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Customer Reviews for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
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Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Model: LN52A550
SKU: 8749269
UPC: 036725228191
Multiple connectors, including a Wiselink USB 2.0 port and 3 HDMI inputs, allow you to connect this 52" flat-panel LCD HDTV to a variety of components with ease. The powerful SRS TruSurround XT sound system delivers crystal-clear lifelike sound for an enriching audio experience. <class="gs_iv">Geek Squad Installation Videos© See how our highly trained Geek Squad Installers can help you get the most out of your home theater. 1999.99
Average Customer Rating:
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Customer Reviews for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Review 1 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
GOOD PICTURE QUALITY, EXCELLENT PRICE
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: 777JR777
from SOUTH SAN DIEGO
on 05/04/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: PRICE, 5MS(REPLACE 120HZ),EASY SET-UP,1080P,MULTIPLE CONNECTORS
What's not so great: NOTHING
IT TOOK ME ABOUT 3 MONTHS TO DECIDED WHAT TO TV TO BUY.
THIS TV HAS EXCELLENT PIC QUALITY, EASY SET UP, YOU CAN'T TELL THE DIFF BETWEEN 120HZ AND 60HZ MUCH. EXCELLENT PRICE , AND EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE @ OTAY RANCH , CA. STORE...
THIS TV HAS EXCELLENT PIC QUALITY, EASY SET UP, YOU CAN'T TELL THE DIFF BETWEEN 120HZ AND 60HZ MUCH. EXCELLENT PRICE , AND EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE @ OTAY RANCH , CA. STORE...
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Outstanding
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: PokerGod
from Ohio
on 03/30/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
1.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Everything but sound
What's not so great: Sound
I just bought this TV three nights ago to replace my 37" Insignia 720p LCD. What a difference. I had been keeping my eyes on these Samsung TVs for a few years, it was my dream TV. My fiancee and I found this as an open item (mint condition, was only on display for a week, and I was able to purchase the extended warranty) when we walked into Best Buy and the price was unbelievable (hundreds less than the current sale price of $1,700). She told me we should buy it and I agreed. Therefore, we bought it.
When I got it home, I set it up within about 10 minutes of turning it on. The menus make navigation very easy. The picture is bright and EXTREMELY detailed. Movies like the Dark Knight and Planet Earth look stunning, my jaw literally dropped a few times over the course of viewing. Digital broadcasts (don't have HD package yet), blu-ray movies, and Xbox 360 games all look ridiculously perfect. Ridiculous. Standard definition broadcasting, as with all large HDTVs, is not good.
The only flaw is the audio quality. I thought about scoring this category as a 0, but it gets some credit for having some type of audio. I know everybody says to not worry about it because we all have surround sound (including me). However, not everybody DOES have surround sound and these reviews are supposed to be based solely on the item at hand, not with possible upgrades. These TVs are expensive, so not everybody will be able to shell out thousands of dollars at once. For those people, be warned that the audio quality is atrocious. The speakers are in the back (as with many HDTVs) and they sound like they are tin cans. There is no bass to speak of. It's certainly one of the worst sounding televisions I've ever owned. However, if you DO plan on buying external speakers or already own some, there will be no worries. With my 5.1 Pioneer, I feel like I'm in a theater.
Features such as 3 HDMI ports and the ability to connect your CPU and other USB devices (including digital cameras) is a nice little touch. Honestly, I'll probably never/rarely use the USB/CPU connections, but the 3 HDMI ports will certainly be used.
Overall, my dream TV did not disappoint my high expectations. It's everything I wanted. If you're in the market for a large HDTV, I would definitely recommend this, especially if you will be connecting surround sound to it. It's perfect.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 3 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
excellent 52 inch lcd
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: rstubbs
from New York
on 03/22/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Features
5.0
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What's great about it: clear sharp images, 5ms refresh rate, just the right size, and price.
What's not so great: sound, but most tvs are like that any ways, home theater will cure that.
excellent 52 inch lcd. I had this tv for over a month now. I have cable hooked up to it, and even the analog channels look good on this tv. the
hd channels are incredible they look so life like and realy clear, I dont
notice much motion blur or slowness, because it does have the 5 ms
refresh rate. thats good enough for me. so no need for 120hz. the sound
is not real bad, but a home theater system will cure that problem, any one
who sees it just goes wow thats nice. I mounted it on the wall looks sweet.
I would recommend it to any one. samsung is the way to go.
hd channels are incredible they look so life like and realy clear, I dont
notice much motion blur or slowness, because it does have the 5 ms
refresh rate. thats good enough for me. so no need for 120hz. the sound
is not real bad, but a home theater system will cure that problem, any one
who sees it just goes wow thats nice. I mounted it on the wall looks sweet.
I would recommend it to any one. samsung is the way to go.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 4 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
The good and the bad
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: DRODOM
from SAN ANTONIO, TX
on 03/13/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
2.0
Features
4.0
What's great about it: Picture Quality, Set Up, Good Locking TV
What's not so great: Sound, Remote
I’ve bought this TV a week ago, and wanted to wait until I got some use out of it before I commented on it. First off, the picture is great and actually turns to awesome when connected to a HD tuner or a blue-ray player. I even connected my PS3 to it and all I want to do is sit around and pick out every single detail that shows up on the clarity and sharpness of the games. The down side of this TV is the sound and the remote. The sound is really bad. My daughter’s 13in little princess tv has 2 times better sound then this tv. Just like everybody else connected a theater system for sound, which is great for watching movies and playing games. But, I don’t need surround sound when I just watching regular tv. When I just use the speakers from this tv, it sounds like an interview on an AM radio station. Changing the sound settings don’t help much. I gave it a "2" only becuae it does have speakers that make a sound. The remote is also a real let down. The functions are good, but it’s not a universal remote so it only works the tv. Not my dvd player, cd player, receiver, or satellite receiver. So now I have to use two remotes to work everything. Over all it a good looking piece of equipment that has great picture quality and is very easy to set up. The sound and the remote control is it only down fall. I would recommend this product only if you don't care about the sound quality.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
GREAT TV
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: R171
from LITHONIA, GA
on 02/23/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: EASY SETUP, GREAT PICTURE
Recently my DLP television went out after 2yrs. Did all the research on LCD compared to Plasma brands. Decided to go with a Samsung which recieved great reviews plus all my friends have this brand. Was going with the 50" plasma that Best Buy has on sale but my living area has alot of windows. I found this 5 series on sale at another electronics store with a great price. So Best Buy priced matched. Got it home easy setup and GREAT picture.... Can't go wrong with this buy...
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 6 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Nice TV
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Bill260
from CT
on 02/13/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Very Good Price
What's not so great: 60 Hz. Refresh rate
I reasearched long and hard to pick out a 52" flat screen and decided on this one. I am not dissapointed.
This flat screen has all of the functions that you could possably need with a beautiful crisp pictue.
I was a little concerned about it only having a 60 Htz. refresh rate but havent seen a problem with pictulation. All in all I would rate this TV a 99% out of 100%.
This flat screen has all of the functions that you could possably need with a beautiful crisp pictue.
I was a little concerned about it only having a 60 Htz. refresh rate but havent seen a problem with pictulation. All in all I would rate this TV a 99% out of 100%.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 7 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Oustanding LCD HDTV
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Rob2
from Dayton, OH
on 02/10/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Easy setup/Picture/functions
What's not so great: Easy to scratch screen needs protective coating
My wife just purchased this TV yesterday for my early Valentines gift, and it is the best surprise ever, I had been looking @ the smaller Samsung plasma that was on sale and would have been satisfied w/that but this TV is OUSTANDING, the "Picture Quality", features and easy setup will have you and your family watching movies in a matter of minutes, don't hesitate like me purchase it I promise you will not be disapointed!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Love our Samsung !!!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Larry57
from Parma,Ohio
on 01/23/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: The picture is AWESOME. The best I have ever seen. You would not be disappointed if you bought one.
We shopped for awhile before we made our decision on this wonderful TV. It has picture that would be very hard to beat at any angle. I would love to have another one in the rec room. I can't say enough positive about it. And we also commend the Sales Team at the Brooklyn, Ohio Best Buy with no pressure sales and a ton of info about the product.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
The Best TV Ive ever seen!!!!!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: DePlamy
from Syracuse NY
on 01/21/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
3.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: The Price!,Features,Contrast Ratio,Matte Screen,Inputs....umm...EVERYTHING!
What's not so great: The built in speakers, but come on who doesnt use 5.1 or higher..oh yea..cavemen!
We starting toying with the notion of buying an HDTV around December 08. Researched with consumerreports.com. Samsung was by far the highest rated. 3 of there models are in the top five. Actually #'s 1,2,3. We originally wanted a 7 or 6 series. But were told that due to the high gloss finish of the screen, wouldn't work in our media room because of the large picture windows. So the sales associate recommended the 5 series beacuse of the matte screen. It had pretty much all the same fatures of the 6 and 7 series. Just not the 120hz refresh rate. But that only affects bluray and certain shows on tv. The 550 was on sale for 1899.00, but they price matched to another retailer for 1699.00!!!!! Plus a free calibration and a $200 gift card to NFL.com. Could it possibly be any better!?!? The most bang for the buck. The best investment ive ever made. The best TV ive ever watched or seen. Also the XBOX 360 is unreal with this TV. Insane graphics! Just go buy it already!!!!!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 10 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Awesome
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: 71Cuda
from Austin
on 01/15/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Size, weight, looks, and easy to configure and set up
What's not so great: Can' think of a thing
Been watching this TV for around a year, reading customer reviews and comparing it to other similar TVs. Saw it drop in price so figured I would take a closer look and watched the set beside an LG, Sony, and Insigna. I was sold on this set but let my wife make the final decision. After some time she selected this Samsung as well stating that the screen did not show as much glare as all the others. Also she liked the detail of the screen (Discovery Earth was playing on each set). I must say that we have another Samsung model TV (56” DLP) and while I have not set to two sets beside each other even our children agree this 52” LCD is better quality.
Now, the audio has been pointed out by others as not so great BUT not sure I would expect much from LCD TV’s today. They are made to blow your socks off with surround and in the next couple of weeks I will buy a sound system that will support that. What I can say is that the audio is absolutely acceptable for general use so if you are in a bind, I would not spend the money on a surround unless you can afford it (not put it on credit card).
Needless to say, we are a very happy “2 Samsung” family and delight in the overall look and feel of this Tv.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
WOW!!!! Now THIS is a t.v.!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Kimigo
from Spring, TX
on 01/15/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: The television is mesmerizing. It really makes watching a movie or anything else a pleasure.
What's not so great: You have to spend $100.00 extra for a Monster power strip that will protect it, and $70.00 for HDMI cables.
I purchased this tv for my husband, who insisted on the 52" model. I thought that was too big and wanted 46". The tv is for him, so I got the big one, and I couldn't be happier. It is like a home theater, rather than just a big tv.We got a Samsung Home Theater System with it and that just put it over the top. The picture is beautiful and can be adjusted to your preferences on brightness and color, among other things. It was also a very reasonably priced tv, compared to others. We just love that thing all around!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 12 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Trust the research and reviews on this one!
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Leopurs
from MI
on 01/01/2009
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Picture, Settings, Price.
What's not so great: Dont complain about sound, we all use surround.
When looking for a TV at the store the feeds dont do any justice to any television. Be prepared to be blown away by this one when you get it home. When we buy a TV of this quality we want to get the full effect. HD from Cable, Satelite, etc. Sound from a good quality digital surround system.This TV delivers on picture and external sound. The picture settings and calibrations are exceptional. Do the research and check out the AVS forums and get the calibration setting for this TV for FREE. www.avsforums do search for the model number of this TV calibration settings. You wont be dissapointed! I was always a Sony fan but now I go for the best, Samsung for TV, Panasonic for Blue Ray, and Pioneer for Audio. Great Job Samsung and Best Buy!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 13 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Great Picture / poor sound
Customer Rating
4.0
Posted by: Norsk129
from Mount Vernon WA
on 11/23/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
2.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Big sreen, great pic, wow movie look great!
What's not so great: the sound very tin can sounding
I don't reget buying! my just going to buy a surround system to make up for the poor sound.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 14 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Awesome Picture!!!!!! Awful Sound??
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Jakerr99
from Luckey, Ohio
on 11/11/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
1.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Picture Quality
What's not so great: Sound is Awful.
This TV is great. I am really glad I took the dive. Everything is perfect. Only one problem: the sound quality. I think instead of speakers they cut the bottom out of 2 tuna fish cans and ran a string between them and stuck them into the speaker holes. My wife knows nothing about, nor cares at all about audio,video etc. Her first words when we turned it on were "Wow, that sounds awful". I adjusted all of the settings. Adjusted the built in equalizer, no go. Ran right out and bought the Sony sound bar. Problem solved. This should'nt really be a problem, though. Most people do buy a surround system.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 15 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Amazing TV
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: GT99
on 10/20/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
3.0
Features
4.0
What's great about it: Great picture, great price
What's not so great: Slow to turn on
The picture quality on this is amazing. Everyone that has seen it has only one thing to say. It is so pretty. It is nice that it has 3 HDMI inputs so I didn't have to buy a hub. The sound quality is good for a TV, but not great compared to external speakers. My only complaint is that it takes a little long to turn on. Not incredibly long, maybe like ten seconds. Overall this is a great TV. I would definitely recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 16 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Who Could Ask For Anything More
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: alliep
from Morrison, TN
on 09/21/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Picture, Sound, It's all Good
who could ask for anything more with a TV like this. Great picture and sound. All you want in a TV you get .
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 17 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Bought it, Love it
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: JohnLa
from Shrewsbury, PA
on 09/20/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
5.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Lot's of inputs, fantastic picture, sleak, modern, ...
What's not so great: Absolutely none.
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Side by side with the 650 and 750, there's no difference in the pictures to my eyes.
They have a few more tiny bells and whistles, but not enough to justify the extra price.
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The upper models for $$$ more have 120hz but I couldn't see it.
Go with the LN52A550.
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It's a Samsung, you know it's great...
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Side by side with the 650 and 750, there's no difference in the pictures to my eyes.
They have a few more tiny bells and whistles, but not enough to justify the extra price.
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The upper models for $$$ more have 120hz but I couldn't see it.
Go with the LN52A550.
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It's a Samsung, you know it's great...
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I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 18 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
Your home theater centerpiece
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: MetsJetsRangersFan
from Long Island
on 09/17/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
4.0
Features
5.0
What's great about it: Large beautiful screen, great for sports, movies and gaming
What's not so great: It's not cheap
Well I couldn't afford a Cadillac so I got the Cadillac of televisions. The LN52A550 is a beautiful television that produces rich colors, deep blacks and has an imperceptible motion blur. The set itself is gorgeous with a thin black bezel and hidden speakers.
Depending upon the room its going in, you'd be much better with this than the 650, the screen has a matte finish that doesn't reflect light and the 120 Hz is nothing more than an overrated selling point.
The only downside is the speakers leave something to be desired. The set was built to produce world class picture, if you can, splurge to hook up a receiver and speakers. If not check out avsforum to get the speaker settings that make due for time being.
All in all, you will be thrilled with your purchase of this gorgeous tv.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 19 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
watch out
Customer Rating
2.0
Posted by: rufusssss
from Rural Georgia
on 09/13/2008
Picture Quality
5.0
Sound Quality
1.0
Features
1.0
What's great about it: Has a great picture
What's not so great: outside antennas users,sound,guide function
If you have an outside antenna the only way to put channels in is to do and auto scan. When you do, it erases all previously programmed channels. This is a serious flaw for people who use an antenna because a weaker stations have to be picked up by turning the antenna rotor. Other t.v.'s have a manual scan to do this but this one does not.
The onboard sound is not good at all.
There is no guide function. This is very helpful because you can look at the upcoming programs on each channel thoughout the day. Don't be fooled. The info button only shows the program playing at the time. Other much cheaper T.V.'s have all these features.
I called Samsung and they seemed to not think it was a big deal but when you pay $2000.00 for a T.V. you would assume it had all the great functions a $500.00 T.V. has.
The picture is great.
The onboard sound is not good at all.
There is no guide function. This is very helpful because you can look at the upcoming programs on each channel thoughout the day. Don't be fooled. The info button only shows the program playing at the time. Other much cheaper T.V.'s have all these features.
I called Samsung and they seemed to not think it was a big deal but when you pay $2000.00 for a T.V. you would assume it had all the great functions a $500.00 T.V. has.
The picture is great.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 20 for Samsung 52" Class / 1080p / 60Hz / LCD HDTV
The best picture for the price
Customer Rating
5.0
Posted by: Thymer
from Cincinnati, Ohio
on 08/08/2008
What's great about it: Huge screen, Plenty of hookups, Price unmatched
What's not so great: I cant take it with me when I have to leave the house
I had a Panasonic 42" but decided to upgrade to a 50+. I researched for a few months and narrowed it down between the samsung lcd, panasonic plasma. After visiting the showroom and seeing them side by side there was no contest. I took the Samsung home and the install was a breeze. Turned it on and I was in heaven. I've not seen another as bright as this one. I actually take it off of dynamic mode at night because its too much. I would recommend this tv to anyone looking for the clearest picture without paying $4000+.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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