Does anyone know when the 240 Hz version of this TV will become available I am looking to by a 55 inch LCD, but wonder whether to wait until the 240 HZ version is available. Does anyone know if this is going to happen anytime soon. Alternatively, do people observed noticeable differences between 120 vs 240 Hz? Does anyone know when the 240 Hz version of this TV will become available I am looking to by a 55 inch LCD, but wonder whether to wait until the 240 HZ version is available. Does anyone know if... » Read More Does anyone know when the 240 Hz version of this TV will become available I am looking to by a 55 inch LCD, but wonder whether to wait until the 240 HZ version is available. Does anyone know if this is going to happen anytime soon. Alternatively, do people observed noticeable differences between 120 vs 240 Hz? « Show Less
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There is no 240 Hz model of the 650 and there will never be for this years model at least. The next closest model to have a 240Hz is the 750 series. And between them both u may see a difference but only if you are a really connoisseur, save ur money and wait for the 240Hz next year when they improve the technology more.
1969645
Currently there are no Samsung 55 inch LCDs with a 240 Hz refresh rate. The closest is the B750, but it only comes in 52 inches.
1969646
If you are waiting, you should wait for the LED backlit version since that should be better than the 55B650 and the prices should hopefully come down by next year.
1135964
120/240 is just marketing buzz. It's a frame doubler, not truly 120hz. If you send 120 frames per second to the TV, it drops frames just like a 60hz set would. There are definitive tests proving this on the official thread on avsforum.com
981650
Not an expert, but I believe the refresh rate was increased to 120HZ to get better resolution to the screen. If you go to 3D, from what I see, is engineered to 240HZ, and show even better resolution. So, I think it's something that's engineered into TVs, and is reflected by the various pricing.
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As of today, no 4K TV manufacturer has claimed a 240HZ refresh rate. Surprisingly even cnet has miss spec'd this TV as having 240Hz. Nowhere in the specs of this TV does Samsung claim 240Hz. Samsung advertises this TV as 1200 clear motion, which, to be honest, is a made up number and all TV manufacturers will be using some made up marketing number this year on their TV's. So, for now, there is no 240Hz 4K TV's. That being said, don't let that stop you because technically there is so little difference between the 120Hz and 240Hz effect on liquid crystals that no one can tell the difference even if they say they can. The motion improvements on these TV's all takes place in the video processing, frame creation and strobing back lights.
1592806
hey man bottom line go bigger that 120mhz is a gimmick I have this tv, you will NOT go wrong with the 46". Believe me! I had the same debacle as you. 46" is the way to go
1977205
Not sure, but here's some insight regarding victor's answer that may clarify things. Now I can't say for certain but it would seem mathematically impossible for a 240hz TV to have a 12ms response time. 240hz means the picture is refreshed 240 times a second. It would follow that the response time would have to be less than 4.16ms (1000ms / 240hz = 4.167ms/hz). So one of the stats is lying. Is the refresh rate 240hz or is the response time 12ms?? O_o
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I'm about to order this TV, but I'm getting confused! So, to see less blurring while watching action sports, I have to switch the TV to "movie" option to activate the 120hz? I've owned the 40" 550 model for two days, and it's going back. I watched one period of hockey yesterday and got a headache from the blurring. But does the 120hz noticeably change that while watching sports??? Seems like lots people are on both sides of the fence on that issue, and I'd hate to spend $300 more for this TV and have basically the same problem (I realize that all LCDs have this issue to some extent). Thanks for the input! I'm about to order this TV, but I'm getting confused! So, to see less blurring while watching action sports, I have to switch the TV to "movie" option to activate the 120hz? I've owned the 40" 550 model for two days, and it's going back. I watched one period of hockey yesterday and got a headache from the blurring. But does the 120hz noticeably change that while watching sports??? Seems like lots people are on both sides of the fence on that issue, and I'd hate to spend $300 more for this TV and have basically the same problem (I realize that all LCDs have this issue to some... » Read More I'm about to order this TV, but I'm getting confused! So, to see less blurring while watching action sports, I have to switch the TV to "movie" option to activate the 120hz? I've owned the 40" 550 model for two days, and it's going back. I watched one period of hockey yesterday and got a headache from the blurring. But does the 120hz noticeably change that while watching sports??? Seems like lots people are on both sides of the fence on that issue, and I'd hate to spend $300 more for this TV and have basically the same problem (I realize that all LCDs have this issue to some extent). Thanks for the input! « Show Less
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Jedi Master: I have the same concern about one of my Samsung TVs. The screen reads 1920x1080i, 60Hz. I'm aware that in the US, all electricity is at 60Hz, so I wonder why Samsung would have made this spec so prominent on the display, when instead it could have put the refresh rate instead. Any ideas?
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I've had my 52" 650 since memorial dday weekend...and coming from the video industry, it's the best screen around. For thos of you comparing the 650 vs 750 vs 850; check the technical details even at a store. I walked into the CC & BB locally and yes they were all set up side by side; but since the local store wanted to sell more 850s, it was "tuned" better. The default settings have changed including the brightness level; so when you are comparing TV screens; make sure that the identical output; down to the connection is being used and that both units are identically tuned, i.e. brightness, contrast, presets...99% of the time you will find them not to be. The best tuned TV this week will not be the one next week!
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I can only comment on the M3D550KD because that's what I own. The price difference is very close, so I consider the price as not a factor. The 240MHZ refresh rate was a big deal for me and I still think it's worth having. The picture is very smooth on DVD's and Blue Ray. HDTV is really nice as well. Standard definition is noticably worse, but I guess that's why they went to HD. The 3D is really cool. I didn't buy the TV for 3D, but it's one of my favorite features now. I've owned it for several months with no problems. Bottom line, if it was stolen off my wall, I'd buy another one to replace it. I can only comment on the M3D550KD because that's what I own. The price difference is very close, so I consider the price as not a factor. The 240MHZ refresh rate was a big deal for me and I still think it's worth having. The picture is very smooth on DVD's and Blue Ray. HDTV is really nice as well. Standard definition is noticably worse, but I guess that's why they went to HD. The 3D is really cool. I didn't buy the TV for 3D, but it's one of my favorite features now. I've owned it for several months with no problems. Bottom line, if it was stolen off my wall, I'd buy another one to... » Read More I can only comment on the M3D550KD because that's what I own. The price difference is very close, so I consider the price as not a factor. The 240MHZ refresh rate was a big deal for me and I still think it's worth having. The picture is very smooth on DVD's and Blue Ray. HDTV is really nice as well. Standard definition is noticably worse, but I guess that's why they went to HD. The 3D is really cool. I didn't buy the TV for 3D, but it's one of my favorite features now. I've owned it for several months with no problems. Bottom line, if it was stolen off my wall, I'd buy another one to replace it. « Show Less
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Take a look at http://reviews.cnet.com/4520-6449_7-6792632-1.html as it explains there's a lot more to the 120Hz TVs than just the 120Hz. The real change is in the anti-judder feature which is a personal preference issue. The article is 1.5 yrs old but worth a read.
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Good info, totally makes sense. Im excited for the 3D and all that but I am also looking forward to the 240Hz in 24" and at the price as there is currently nothing like that now. Will probabaly have to use a different Blu-Ray player for movies to have that smooth look to them as I don't think the PS3 can play movies past 60Hz. Still curious how it looks. I personally like smaller HD screens and am curious how it will look.
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I'd like to ask you a question about the 24p content. I produce videos in 24p, and although I'm very creative, I'm not a tech guru. Thus, I've been trying to witness the difference between TV's out there that claim to have good 24p playback capabilities, as we produce several things at that frame rate. Have you seen them side by side? Does the lower Hz level really make a big difference? I've seen the 8000 in action, but never checked the Hz level and didn't compare it to the 7000. Thanks in advance for your help.
816550
Good question. One thing you might want to consider is what I just found out yesterday... a salesman showed me what happens when you watch a standard def. digital broadcast on a top-of-the-line Sony LCD with 120hz compared with the Samsung 40A650. Wow, what a difference! Nobody ever mentions what standard def. looks like on these 1080p LCD sets. The Sony was terrible, the Samsung was fine. It's the pixelation of edges during movement problem. I guess the 120hz motion control only works in HD mode on most sets (that's what the saleman said), while Samsung's works in standard mode, too. So, go to a store that will show you what the picture looks like on the 46A550 in standard def mode. I would also want to compare the contrast ratio between the 2 sets, as the 40A650's is pretty hard to beat.
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No clue. I bought the 46" version and it is 60Hz only. The 55" apparently is 120Hz, at least according to the specs. I doubt the refresh rate is selectable
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UPDATE: I was able to get in touch with a Vizio rep with some detailed info. He stated that the first round of shipments to Amazon have been completed and that they have them in stock. He said that Vizio will give them the green light to go live very shortly....no later than the middle of August. He confirmed the demand is extremely high for the 553....can't wait. I have the TV stand ready/Blu-Ray player ready and DirecTV on speed dial.
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It really depends. Nowadays, there are TV manufacturers which releases 120Hz TV. Means that the refresh rate is double compared to the 60Hz. The real difference or he most noticeable between the two is when watching fast action like sports or car racing on HD. Watching non-HD broadcast, under 60Hz images are just the same with 120Hz. Bottomline depending on your eyes/brain that can handle images that will look much better, maybe worse or basically no difference at all. Hope this helps. -Ely