The best 42inch tv for 500-600£

dej · 14 Jan 2013 at 21:38

Need some help picking new tv for my room.

Secret_Window · 14 Jan 2013 at 21:48

I'm looking at a few myself, but my budget is a bit higher than yours. In my research for a new TV, I did see an LG 42LM620T LED TV that would fit your budget. I don't have any experience with it myself, but it seems to be one of the cheaper 42" TVs that I have seen.

There are also Plasmas by both LG, Samsung and Panasonic to consider as well, which fall into your budget. Again, I have no experience with the current models, but I know the Panasonic's are good.

It really all depends on what you want from the TV. Does it need to be 3D, Smart TV, etc?

M1k3H · 14 Jan 2013 at 21:52

after recently buying my first plasma, I can honestly say, I won't be changing back LED/LCD.

the only drawback is supposedly the issue in bright rooms, but all I can say is it is fine as long as the sun is not directly on the TV.

Secret_Window · 14 Jan 2013 at 21:53

M1k3H said:
after recently buying my first plasma, I can honestly say, I won't be changing back LED/LCD.

the only drawback is supposedly the issue in bright rooms, but all I can say is it is fine as long as the sun is not directly on the TV.

Which Plasma?

dej · 14 Jan 2013 at 22:33

Well I would like 3D and smart tv but its not a must, I think with 500-600 at 42 your always gonna get 3d and smart nowadays.

dej · 14 Jan 2013 at 22:35

It's for watching movies and football.

insane200 · 14 Jan 2013 at 22:35

LG 42lm640t can be had for £599, which is a pretty good all rounder tbh, was playing with PQ settings today and got it looking very nice.

dej · 14 Jan 2013 at 22:38

Any input on this tv - http://www.electricshop.com/televisions/lg-42lm640t-42lm640-42-full-hd-3d-cinema-smart-led-tv-with-4x-3d-glasses-plus-free-5yr-warranty/invt/42lm640t/

dej · 14 Jan 2013 at 22:39

insane200 said:
LG 42lm640t can be had for £599, which is a pretty good all rounder tbh, was playing with PQ settings today and got it looking very nice.

Lol I just posted that, it's my top choice I've got couple weeks until payday tho I would like some other people's inputs.

M1k3H · 14 Jan 2013 at 22:44

Secret_Window said:
Which Plasma?

Got the Panasonic 42ut50

El Jimben · 14 Jan 2013 at 22:49

dej said:
Well I would like 3D and smart tv but its not a must, I think with 500-600 at 42 your always gonna get 3d and smart nowadays.

What about the Panasonic Viera TX-L42ET5B? One of Overclockers competitors is selling for £60 over your budget but it does come with 4 pairs of glasses.

dej · 14 Jan 2013 at 23:17

El Jimben said:
What about the Panasonic Viera TX-L42ET5B? One of Overclockers competitors is selling for £60 over your budget but it does come with 4 pairs of glasses.

Good shout, will keep this one in mind thanks

Benihana · 15 Jan 2013 at 09:03

How much does the 42ST50 retail for in the UK (Panasonic Plasma)?

Kei · 15 Jan 2013 at 10:26

You can get the 50" Panasonic UT50 plasma from john Lewis or Tesco within your budget. Needs a room which isn't very bright but it is a fair way ahead of all the LCD/LED tv's I looked at for the same money. If you can find the 42" version, it should be under £500. The ST50 is the model above which adds an anti reflective coating to the screen, but is otherwise identical.