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Samsung LE55B651
| Specifications | |||
| Screen size | 55 inches (139 cm) | ||
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | ||
| HD compatibility (1080i/720p) | Yes | ||
| HD Ready certification | Yes | ||
| Brightness | NC | ||
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| Contrast ratio | NC |
| Viewing angles (H+V) | 178 ° / 178 ° |
| Response time | NC |
| Sound level | 2 x 10 Watt RMS |
| Connectivity | VGA • HDMI (x4) • SCART (x2) • Component • Composite |
| Dimensions (LxHxW) | 1310.8 x 894.8 x 308 mm |
| Weight | 37.2 kg |
| Type | LCD |
| 3D | no |
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Vincent Lheur
Updated: September 17, 2009 - Test date: September 14, 2009
Updated: September 17, 2009 - Test date: September 14, 2009
This model is the 55'' version of the 32'' TV that we tested in our labs, the Samsung LE32B651.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Everything we said in the original article holds true--the only thing that's different is the size!
The only exception is that some manufacturers fit different sized televisions with panels from different sources. In that case, our comments are only valid for the panel that we originally tested. Contrast, black levels, colour handling and ghosting are all subject to change from one panel to another.
Manufacturers who do fit the same panel in all of the TVs in a range can expect the same results across the whole range. The only factor which could be prone to slight variation is the brightness, producing slightly different contrast. According to our own tests, and assurances from manufacturers, the results of one TV can accurately be applied to others in the range.
Pluses
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Overall good image quality
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Low energy consumption
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Multimedia player and access to online content
Minuses
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Narrow viewing angles
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A little too much ghosting
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Average sound quality
With the B651, Samsung has a very average TV, without any major failings. It doesn't have the same features as some high-end models, but it could certainly handle the basics.
