Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - 40" Class / 1080p / 120Hz / LCD HDTV
Average customer rating
4.9
(17 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 17 reviews
5 Stars
15
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
0
1 Star
0
94%of customers recommend this product.
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16 out of
17)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - 40" Class / 1080p / 120Hz / LCD HDTV
Customer Rating
4
Kaput after 14 months
on July 20, 2009
Posted by: Wacky
from Virginia
I've been ecstatic with this TV. Love the picture quality which has been incredible. There is a little more glare on the screen than I would like. However, today I received a message on my screen that reads "Check Fan 1", and learned that I have to take down the TV and pay to ship it to a service center. This occurred only 2 months after my 1 year warranty expired. We'll see how long and expensive the repair is. This has been a major disappointment on such a new TV.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
3
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Worth the money
on May 24, 2009
Posted by: Tommunism
from Houston, TX
Expertise:Expert
I'm very happy with the purchase. This model is truly beautiful in design and picture quality. I was hoping the ethernet port would be more handy as it's only there for the infoLink function. It would be nice if it could be used to automatically update firmware. Samsungs are also more expensive than other brands, but the picture quality is better than others. I will definitely be sticking to Samsung HDTVs unless I see something better. So far I haven't seen anything better.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
4
Design
5
Value
3
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great Color and Sharpness
on December 19, 2009
Posted by: beesknees
from Chicago
Expertise:Intermediate
I chose this LCD out of all the options at my local big box store. We were able to put this one side-by-side with its contenders, and I could really see the superior color and image sharpness this Samsung possesses. I wasn't sure about the red along the outside casing, but it's been pleasing and doesn't intrude on the viewing experience at all.
This is my second LCD from this brand, the first purchase was the Samsung LN-T4061F - 40" High Definition 1080p LCD TV, a little over a year before.
You should not be disappointed!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
TV DIed
on January 31, 2010
Posted by: month15
After having this tv for only 15 months it died -- 3 months after the warranty period ended and the day before new years day. Fortunately I had purchased a rather expensive extended warranty. Three weeks after the problem was diagnosed and the parts ordered the TV was again functional . The repair person said if I didnt have the warrantly I would be looking for a new TV - hard to believe after 15 months of use. TV was not abused --- no kids - no games- few movies and surge protected
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
5
Performance
1
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Excellent Purchase
on February 25, 2010
Posted by: HappyViking
from Rockaway, NJ
Expertise:Expert
I have this unit for almost 18 months and I love it. Being an engineer I am very picky on electronic equipment. I did my homework before purchasing this unit. It has surpassed all my expectations. Everyone who has viewed it were very impressed. I am glad I purchased this unit.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
The cable guy knows
on November 15, 2008
Posted by: Ribbels22
from Milford De
Expertise:Expert
I made the mistake of purchasing my first lcd thinking that they were all the same.BIG MISTAKE!!! Then i went to work for the cable company.I go to alot of houses and see people make the same mistake i did.This samsung has been by far the best tv i have ever seen for picture quality and price.With its outstanding 500001 contrast ratio it delivers super crisp images on my high def channels and blue ray player.And with the infolink feature i can get breaking news and weather with the touch of a button without having to search channels for the morning weather or waiting for a commercial to end.More than ample hdmi connections as well as composite .Easy to navigate menu freatures and setting options.I would highly recommend this lcd to anyone wanting the total high def experience
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
All 1080P televisions are NOT the same!
on November 27, 2008
Posted by: HemisphereDancer
from Miami, Florida
Two years ago I purchased a Samsung LN3251 because Consumer Reports spoke so highly of it. The beginning of this year I bought the LN40A650 w/Touch of Color on ConsumerReport's recommendation again. People who came to our home and saw the picture were amazed. Breathtaking was a common exclamation. "Just Breathtaking" people said.
To save almost five-hundred dollars when we split-up, I bought the LN40A550 because the salesperson said, and I quote... "All 1080P sets are the same.", but this picture just didn't Pop & Sizzle with excitement like the LN40A650. I called Samsung to find out if I didn't have a setting properly hooked up and found out why the picture just wasn't as WOW!! as the A650...All 1080P sets aren't the same!
I learned the LN40A650 has SAMSUNG’s Ultra Clear Panel. Colors are more vibrant compared to regular 1080P sets.. The brighter, clearer picture will amaze you. Tired of annoying glare getting in the way of your sports watching? The Ultra Clear Panel technology enhances contrast and reduces reflection so you can enjoy an overall outstanding viewing experience. I still don't really understand what it is but It's Incredible! So why didn't I notice it in the store?
I hung up the phone and drove straight to the store, returned the 40A550 and bought the 40A650 again and discovered the reason. The signal they were feeding to their video department was a BlueRay signal. They all looked good, and they all looked the same. (Hard to compare like that) But, when I tell you spending the extra money is worth it, you won't have a single moment of buyers remorse. If you don't believe me, and really-anyone can write a review here and you won't know if they really are who they say they are. Buy a Samsung with the Ultra Clear Panal, hook it up in your home and see. It's worth the trouble and the extra money, you won't believe your eyes!
I may never be able to commit to getting married, but I'm going to commit to getting a Samsung LN55A950 by the time the SuperBowl airs. Ultra Clear Panel is simply Breathtaking, simply breathtaking.
Well, that's this mans opinion anyway.
To save almost five-hundred dollars when we split-up, I bought the LN40A550 because the salesperson said, and I quote... "All 1080P sets are the same.", but this picture just didn't Pop & Sizzle with excitement like the LN40A650. I called Samsung to find out if I didn't have a setting properly hooked up and found out why the picture just wasn't as WOW!! as the A650...All 1080P sets aren't the same!
I learned the LN40A650 has SAMSUNG’s Ultra Clear Panel. Colors are more vibrant compared to regular 1080P sets.. The brighter, clearer picture will amaze you. Tired of annoying glare getting in the way of your sports watching? The Ultra Clear Panel technology enhances contrast and reduces reflection so you can enjoy an overall outstanding viewing experience. I still don't really understand what it is but It's Incredible! So why didn't I notice it in the store?
I hung up the phone and drove straight to the store, returned the 40A550 and bought the 40A650 again and discovered the reason. The signal they were feeding to their video department was a BlueRay signal. They all looked good, and they all looked the same. (Hard to compare like that) But, when I tell you spending the extra money is worth it, you won't have a single moment of buyers remorse. If you don't believe me, and really-anyone can write a review here and you won't know if they really are who they say they are. Buy a Samsung with the Ultra Clear Panal, hook it up in your home and see. It's worth the trouble and the extra money, you won't believe your eyes!
I may never be able to commit to getting married, but I'm going to commit to getting a Samsung LN55A950 by the time the SuperBowl airs. Ultra Clear Panel is simply Breathtaking, simply breathtaking.
Well, that's this mans opinion anyway.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
4
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
One of the best LCDs in its class
on December 4, 2008
Posted by: qualiformance
Samsung LN40A650 is a very solid LCD with the top of the line specs. I did research on many of the LCDs in its class- Sony, LG...- but Samsung's 650 series tops all in terms of design, quality, specifications, and PRICE! The video quality of this TV's phenomenal...it takes watching TV to a whole new level, gaming as well. For anyone out there who's looking to purchase an LCD ~40in, this is one the best LCDs w/120hz technology in the market today.
one thing I wish Samsung would look into regarding its TV products is a universal remote...the remote for this TV's nicely designed but only functions as a remote for the TV. I also own a Toshiba, and it came with an universal remote that's very functional and easy to use. Other than this, THIS TV's AWESOME!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US