Samsung HLT5087SAX 50-Inch Slim LED Engine 1080p DLP HDTV
Samsung HLT5087SAX 50-Inch Slim LED Engine 1080p DLP HDTV
Enjoy better pictures with the Samsung’s HL-T5087 DLP HDTV. The piano black bezel is just 0.6-inch wide so the slim depth lets it fit where others won’t. The energy-efficient 61-inch screen features a powerful, long-lasting LED light engine that turns on almost instantly. Full HD 1080p resolution and Samsung Cinema Smooth technology deliver a wide range of brilliant colors, with bright images and crisp definition. The blackest blacks, brightest whites and nuanced tones are yours with a 10000:1 dynamic-contrast ratio. Hidden speakers deliver clear, robust SRS TruSurround XT sound. The 120Hz switching speed and Game Mode keep gamers marveling at the lifelike action. A wide range of audio, video and HDMI inputs allow digital connectivity to Cable/Satellite boxes, Blu-ray players, AV receivers and more.
Please note: Samsung recently changed the suffix on this TV from HLT-5087X-XAA to HLT-5087SAX. The change was not technical in nature and there is no difference other than the suffix in the model number.
Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5
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Review
After nearly 5 months of ownership, I have yet to find a flaw. The picture is far brighter than most DLP’s I’ve viewed and will rival LCDs and plasmas, minus the high power consumption and the heat generated by these flat screens. If you take the time to fiddle with the audio controls and customize it, the built-in speakers can also provide good sound (although if you had a tv this good, you’d really want to pair it with at least a 5.1 surround system). I hope Samsung continues to evolve the DLP LED series because from what I’ve seen, this is a truly worthwhile technology.
By J. F. Sarile, Winnetka, CA United States
Summary - Best TV for the Money
[Updated 2008-11-20 01:07:38]