Samsung UN50EH6000 50" LED HDTV

Although it's cheaper than Samsung's ultrathin edge-lit models, the EH6000 series's value proposition is hurt by mediocre picture quality.

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  The Samsung UNEH6000 series costs less than some other TVs that use LED backlights. Its color accuracy, video processing, and bright-room picture are very good, and it has better screen uniformity than many edge-lit LED models.

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  Lighter black levels hamper the EH6000's picture quality compared with many TVs, including less expensive models. Its connectivity suite is anemic with just two HDMI inputs, and at this price numerous TVs offer apps and Smart TV functions that this Samsung doesn't.

For the price I paid ($798), this TV was a fantastic deal for the holidays. While the 2 HDMI ports is not ideal, if you have a home theater audio receiver with hdmi outs, it shouldn't be an issue. If you have a console, computer, or streaming device hooked up to this, no need for smart tv features.

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  Great picture and sound. Easy to use remote. Light weight.

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  Only 2 HDMI inputs. Base does not swivel.