Excellent monitor and very adequate TV
920313
I read the above reviews before ordering my 910MP.  In the end, I listened to the positive reviews and attributed the negative to people expecting something for nothing.  I have been happy with any Samsung product I have purchased and this is no exception.  The PIP feature is wonderful.  The full size picture is not high definition but looks fine if you back off a couple of feet. This is just what I expected after the research I did and I consider this unit a wonderful value at $400!
4690654
This is a fine TV. The picture is great and viewable from most angles.

Pros:
Great Picture
Decent internal speakers
Nice stand, though mine is now on the wall.

Cons:
Only 2 HDMI ports
Most ports are located in the center of the back, where many wall-mounts have backing plates
The Optical audio port exits straight out, which is a problem as the cable is not very flexible
External audio is not controlled by the TV remote

  This is a great TV for the price. My mother has had hers on all day for years with no problems.

  The first one I ordered arrived DOA, the screen was shattered by poor handling by FedEx. As usual Amazon shipped another immediately.

  The only problems I've had concern the optical audio. The Toslink adapter works fine but the fiber-optic cable is stiff and doesn't like to bend in the small space between the mount and the wall, resulting in occasional loss of signal. It would have been much better to have the port at an parallel to the back instead of straight out. It's also tough to get the connections made after the TV is on the wall. I wish the connections were not in the middle of the back, but this isn't an issue if it's not mounted on a wall. I think the stand is stylish and very stable - you don't want this TV falling over.

  The main thing I wish is that I'd gotten a bigger one!
40089
Overall, extremely satisfied with this monitor since I only paid $150 for it at Best Buy. If it's on sale below $200, I'd say go for it. It's great for watching YouTube, movies, and playing games on casually or semi-competitively. Coming from a 2009 IPS display, this blows it out of the water in terms of contrast and overall picture quality. If I had room on my desk, I'd be picking up another one.

Good:
- Color reproduction is amazing. Was pretty accurate out of the box.
- Good contrast levels and a built-in dynamic contrast setting if you're into that.
- High range of brightness levels. Gets bright enough that it's actually kind of irritating to use at max in a dark room. Lowest setting is dim, but still keeps a good quality picture.
- Buttons are on the bottom right side of the monitor. Good tactile feedback and easy to find and use.
- The stand is metal, about 7 inches deep/wide, and extremely sturdy. The display shakes very little even when jiggling the corner of the screen by hand. The stand never budges a bit.
- Semi-gloss coating on the display. Nowhere near as reflective as a full gloss display and doesn't have that washed out look of a matte coating. Reflections might be somewhat of a problem in an office environment, but at home, it's a non-issue.

Neutral:
- 2 HDMI and 1 VGA are the only connectors. Would have been nice to have DVI or DP instead of VGA. No idea why companies are still including it as an option. I can't even remember the last graphics card or laptop I saw that had VGA output on it.
- The panel has a 7ms response time, so if you're an extremely competitive gamer, I'd look somewhere else.
- "Borderless" display. The same gimmick that companies have been using the past few years where there's hardly any bezel, but about a 5mm black frame around the screen on the inside. Still looks nice though.

Bad:
- Very small amount of backlight bleeding on the bottom right half of the screen in one small spot that isn't apparent unless the entire screen is black. Not really a con, just throwing it out there for reference.
- There is a bit of ghosting when doing the UFO test on Blur Busters, but none noticeable in Dota 2, Battlefield 4, Diablo 3, or Witcher 3. There is a built-in blur reduction setting which seems to work a little bit, but if turned all the way up it causes overshooting.
4073523
Great monitor for the price and gaming period!
580980
I needed to replace the tv in the master bedroom.  Since the tv needed to sit on an antique dresser, a 26" was a bit too big and I started looking for smaller models.  I am extremely pleased with this television!  The picture is great, the automatic light adjustment is quite useful since sometimes I watch with the lights on and sometimes with them off, and the black cabinet is much nicer than the rpevious silver ones (I waited several months to be able to purchase this in the black instead of the previous model in the silver).

Two drawbacks are the lack of a second HDMI connection, and because of the way my digital cable and other units had to be connected, some of the television features (e.g. savingfavorite digital and analog channels) are not functional (perhaps, however, there is an alternate way of connecting that would eliminate this problem).
1958960
After striking out with a Samsung P2070, I returned it and a purchased this Acer.  I couldn't have been happier. Plugged it in and it automatically adjusted itself perfectly.  No tweaking, no messing with resolution settings, simple and excellent. The integrated speakers are adequate, and I love the HDMI input. I have both a Mac and PC, and like the multiple inputs so I can plug them both in at the same time and switch between the laptops easily. My only nag -- wish it had USB and headphone jack on it.  However, for the $'s, this is a fantastic monitor!
1542399
The display that this monitor presents is very nice. Images are crystal clear and bright. Plenty of viewing modes to choose from which is also a plus.  I've noticed no input lag after several days of use with it, a feature that the manufacturer proudly touts on the box. The speakers installed in it sound tinny due to their size. The monitor also has just about every kind of connectivity port you could possibly need. HDMI, DVI, USB 3.0, etc. I was even able to charge my phone with it, another feature the manufacturer seems pretty proud of. And hey, that's not a bad feature to have included, even if it seems somewhat extraneous. As someone else pointed out on here, the monitor casing itself does admittedly feel kind of flimsy. It's easily adjustable in terms of viewing position but it sort of feels like they used cheap material when you're holding it. No biggie but somewhat noticeable.

I can easily recommend this monitor for its image quality, connectivity options and viewing options. Gamers should appreciate this.
2801238
Great display for a reasonable price.  So far, this UHD (3840 x 2160) 4K monitor has met all my expectations (I've been using for it for only the last 10 days).  The screen is very sharp and clear, the stand sturdy and easily adjustable, and the display control puck is handy for changing monitor settings.  I use this monitor mainly for CAD work, so I cannot attest to its gaming qualities.  I do recommend a high-quality DisplayPort 1.2-compliant cable for connections with your computer.  I am presently using an Accell UltraAV B142C-010B-2 DisplayPort to DisplayPort 3-m-long cable.  When selecting a cable, keep in mind that the video input ports on the monitor are located on the far right-hand side, which may require a longer cable if your computer is located on the left side of your desk.
2916513
Fantastic resolution , a pleasure to watch TV...easy set up of the TV too
3422997
I am very satisfied with this television.

It was very well packaged, and has flawless picture quality.

It has enough HDMI ports(3), as well as old school composite, component, and 15-pin d-sub.
4783427
The dual inputs on this monitor are ideal for consolidating one's workspace. I have two desktops (one running Linux Mint, the other Fedora) sharing this monitor, and the easy-to-reach, well-labeled input toggle button makes for easy switching between machines.

I've had none of the video issues that some other reviewers have experienced; viewing angle is good, colors are balanced, and the image is sharp. The monitor's stand feels solid, much more so than monitors with less-featured stands. I've used all the features without incident, though I can't say I use the swivel feature much.

For the record, both machines using this monitor have fairly good graphics cards (512MB Radeons). With these, I've edited graphics, gamed, watched video, and streamed video without incident.

I've had great success using it to replace my television, though I did not buy it for that purpose alone. While researching monitors, I considered the purchase of a DVI-capable HDTV instead of a dedicated computer monitor. I'd advise anyone looking for an HDTV with computer connectivity to consider seriously the purchase of this or similarly-spec'd monitor instead. Dedicated monitors like this one have a recommended resolution better-suited for viewing from just 1 or 2 feet, the distance at which you sit from a computer workstation. The DVI-capable HDTVs, however, tend to offer large screens without increasing their resolution accordingly. Consequently, all my friends using HDTVs as computer monitors have to work in resolutions much lower than is comfortable. If you're looking for a screen to multitask computer and video, you should seriously consider getting a good computer monitor and a tuner card for your PC rather than an HDTV.
4818209
If you're looking at this tv, you're probably like me - dreading to shell out cash to get a decent picture. My last tv was a 65" LG that cost 4 times and I don't even miss it. This is one of the few "major" purchases that has left me with no regrets.

It is really impressing me for the value. I've owned it for 2 months now and it spends approx 12 hours a day turned on. I have it connected to my computer so I use it extensively for watching tv, playing FPS games like CS:GO, video editing, photo editing, and everything else.

I've run numerous tests and calibrations to get the optimal picture and this TV comes quite close to being able to show the full contrast range. The picture is very bright (strong backlighting), there is minimal clouding (I only ever notice it on startup), and light leaking is only noticeable on a full black image if you're looking for it.

Since this is my computer monitor, I do sit quite close to it, about 5ft away, and I've never seen any image defect or pixelated images. Text looks clear.

I can't comment on sound quality as I run audio out to an amp/speaker setup. I can complain though that there isn't RCA out and the 3.5mm audio jack is placed in such a way that I had to find a cable that wasn't too big since the clearance behind/below the jack was kind of small. As long as you don't try to shove a large heavy-duty cable in there, it will be fine.

Overall, if you don't want to spend money but do want a tv, I'd recommend this to you if you were a friend.

Oh, P.S. Yeah, I never heard of TCL either :P
4541918
Great TV with above average screen. The thin bezel really makes this TV a joy to watch. Minus one star for having to manually adjust the color and other settings. A DVD for setting color and other settings is really necessary when buying this to really get the best experience.
993168
I bought this TV from Amazon about one month ago and have used it for watching a variety of programming (both HD and SD) and gaming.

I did a fairly substantial amount of research on HDTVs and basically learned that, until OLED or SED become commercial, there's not a "perfect" solution.  Each technology has its own inherent advantages and disadvantages, and each company has its own ideas about implementation of those technologies and differentiating features.

To my eye, I found that this TV had the best overall "picture quality" of any that I examined - although picture quality is a subjective measure, and different people are put-off by different components.  I'm annoyed by the muddiness of DLPs (introduced by wobulation - not sure if there's a "true" 1080 / non-wobulated DLP out there - TI didn't feature one on their website, as far as I could find, although technology evolves), the visible pixels on plasma, which I see at even reasonable viewing distances, and the various LCD issues.  This TV has vivid colors that need to be toned down from the stock settings, excellent contrast, superior sharpness, and pixels that aren't easily visible (you can see them from 2 - 3" away but that's a little close for normal viewing).

However, there are trade-offs:  some DLPs allegedly can reproduce "reference standard" color, as can some plasma, and both plasma and LCD have a far more elegant form factor.  I found the JVC SXRD-equivalent (HD-ILA) to be inferior to my eye, appearing not as sharp displaying the same material, although whether inherent in the display or due to poorer video processing from inferior source material I don't know.  There is a minor "silk-screen" effect, inherent in all rear-projectors, but it doesn't bother me - I prefer it to the grid on plasma, for example.

I have found the Sony video processing to be excellent - of course, the quality of the source material is exposed because the TV can't "make up" missing information - but so far, I haven't found an upconverting DVD player to be necessary (might be nice, of course).  SD and some DVD material on TVs with inferior video processing looks REALLY bad, so this is something that's worth evaluating carefully.  If you are using a standard-def console for gaming, game mode is necessary - there is a lag from the processing that is noticeable, despite what CNET said.

The feature set is rich, with many inputs, all of which are easy to access.  Each input carries its own settings, too, so you can optimize one for cable, one for gaming, one for DVD, one for HDDVD/BluRay etc.  The VGA input seems to work fine with my video card, but your mileage here may vary.  I've read different reports.  The only issue with the inputs is a lack of random access; you have to cycle through, and there are 9 of them.

If you can tolerate 20" of depth (about the same as a 27" old-school CRT) - and if extreme-angle viewing, particularly vertical, isn't an issue, I would recommend this unit without reservation.  One other caveat is that, because this is a rear-projector, there is a warm-up cycle - it doesn't just flick on, it takes a few seconds to turn on and a few minutes to warm up.  I've heard that the guys who optimize these things wait at least 30 minutes for the set to warm before jimmying with the settings, but I've found it viewable after 2 or 3 minutes.

Oh yeah - the Amazon ordering process was easy, and the price was right.  Stay away from big-box retail unless they're running a special; specialty retail might have some value in terms of educated sales force etc., but big-box is both useless and expensive.

cdg
1150458
I bought this TV as an update to an aging 42" Hitachi plasma from 2008.  I am pleased to say that after a brief calibration, the color accuracy and shadow detail is just as good as the Hitachi was, only with far better resolution and clarity.  Motion blur is minimal, and I primarily use the TV for playing videogames so take it from me, it can definitely handle quick transition.  Whatever you do, don't leave the manufacturer's settings in place... ESPECIALLY that goofy "local dimming" function.  (Good grief, it prevents you from discerning any shapes or detail in a dark scene.  Just turn it off.)

I opted for this model rather than the "Smart" model, since I already have a couple of streaming content compatible devices and didn't feel like wasting money.

Basically what I'm saying is that this TV offers a "good picture" as your grandpa would say, for what I would consider a small entry fee.  I highly recommend this TV to anyone looking for an above average level of performance for the price range.
4038352
I bought this tv because I was looking for a great deal on a tv with some good specs. Luckily, I found this gem on sale and couldn't be happier.

It is pretty thin which is something I don't care about but it is impressive. It has 240 Hz which is very noticeable when watching sports. I think the refresh rate performs even better than some plasma tv's that I have seen.

When I'm watch HD content the picture is very clear. It's an LED screen and unlike some other LED tv's that I have seen, the lights are directly behind the screen instead of on the sides which is nice. When a tv uses LED lights on the sides of the screen, the picture is lighter around the edges and darker towards the center, especially at night. Even though the screen is back-lit, it is not entirely uniform. When there is a really dark or light scene in the movie or show that you are watching, you can see some areas of the screen that are more lit than others. It's not really noticeable, but I am very nit-picky. The other 99.9% of the time the screen lighting looks uniform.

The sound is more than adequate when it comes to actual volume level. I usually have it around 17 out of 100.

The picture settings menu is pretty basic which will be fine for the average user, but if you are like me and want to calibrate your screen, you may feel underwhelmed with the menu.

The screen is very bright! I have the brightness set at 47 out of 100 so I don't think you'll have issues there.

The two year warranty is awesome and covers both parts and labor.

I got this tv for $400 bucks. I lucked out because $400 bucks is at the top of my price range. But if I had $900 to spend, I would get this tv over any other brand that you'll find right now in the 500-900 dollar range. You won't find another tv with this good picture, 240Hz, LED, great sound, two year warranty in that price range. So even at the price it is at right now =$550, it is definitely worth the price and is a bargain.
2334622
Had this TV for about 3 weeks now and I will say that I am very satisfied. Few things about this TV that I want to point out:

-This TV has an on button and that's it. No volume, no Channel buttons, so if/when you eventually lose the remote, you will be screwed atleast until you replace it. I've gone on 30 minute hunting trips for this remote especially when I move this TV to the room. The remote is pretty small and slick, which isn't really a complaint in itself, but for some reason it's really easy to lose.

-This is a good TV if you are going to be moving it around, either transporting it between rooms, to someone else's house, etc. It's extremely lightweight, as noted by the UPS guy. When moving to the living room, it looks a bit small, like you could have gone up a size or two, but when moved to a bedroom it's a very good size. You could probably get away with a 40" in the room, but it would not be as smooth for transporting, so if that's what you're going to be doing this is a very good choice.

-I was not to keen on the feet of the television when ordering and would have much preffered a one stand base. Having owned it for 3 weeks now, I can say they are unexpectedly sturdy. If a having a base stand vs feet is a concern of yours like it was for me, I  can tell you it hasn't made much of a difference in my experience.

-The speakers. The sound is the absolute bottom of the barrel, which is pretty much expected with most of all TVs with speakers on the back panel. However, remember what you're buying. This is a good budget TV for the the price but if you are an audio snob like me you will eventually have to buy a sound bar or some kind of speaker set.

-The 1080p content is very crisp. The edge lit dimming looks somewhat odd if you are looking at it from the side(mostly on dark background). Almost thought my TV was busted the first time I noticed this. In this sense it kind of mimics a computer or laptop monitor. It looks completely fine when sitting in front.

-Bought this TV for gaming and I must say this is probably the best aspect of the TV. All the game mode does is alter with the brightness, contrast etc settings, just like you can change to calibrated or vivid movies, and they even have have a computer setting.  The lag is very minimal on this TV in fact I can't say I've noticed any at all, making it exceptionally good for online gaming.

-the Smart aspect of this TV leaves much to be desired. The apps, are very basic,  only ones of any real value being Netflix, Hulu plus and the Radio apps. There's is pretty much nothing there when it comes to apps and it doesn't look like they'll be adding more anytime soon. If you're buying it for this feature you'll probably have to invest in a Roku/chromecast/fire stick at some point if you want to get the most out of the "Smart" experience.

Overall, I am very satisfied with my purchase, although I was probably going to be satisfied in some fashion regardless since I am upgrading from an old CRT. I can't in good conscious give this review 5/5 because of the sound, but if that doesn't bother you very much or are planning to upgrade the sound or already have speakers, for $250 this is probably the best deal you're going to find honestly.