Isn't the Samsung 550 much better value than the 630? Many reviews indicate that the 120Hz feature on the Samsung 630 (or the 650) doesn't do much for the viewer. In that case, isn't the Samsung 550, without the 120Hz feature, a much better value? It's about $300 to $400 cheaper. Isn't the Samsung 550 much better value than the 630? Many reviews indicate that the 120Hz feature on the Samsung 630 (or the 650) doesn't do much for the viewer. In that case, isn't... » Read More Isn't the Samsung 550 much better value than the 630? Many reviews indicate that the 120Hz feature on the Samsung 630 (or the 650) doesn't do much for the viewer. In that case, isn't the Samsung 550, without the 120Hz feature, a much better value? It's about $300 to $400 cheaper. « 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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The A630 has 40000 dynamic resolution and the A550 has 30000 dynamic resolution. The higher resolution supposedly gives it better PQ but I don't know how they compare watching them side by side. Other then the 120Hz I don't know what other differences they have. If you go to Samsung.com you can pull them both up and compare them.
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The TV manufacturers have come up with a new way to confuse you. Now they have some 120hz tv's with a 240 motion something or other. It's another stabilizing feature I suppose. Under extreme conditions, the 240hz will probably have a steadier picture on high speed action scenes. I haven't come a across a scene yet where it blurred. Most people are startled at the beautiful picture my 50 inch has and the price was very reasonable. I'm going to buy the 75 inch model of this same tv soon.
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For all practical purposes, no. The sets are almost identical, although Samsung advertises a different contast ratio for each: the 530 at 20k to 1; the 550 at at 30k to 1; and the 540 at 35k to 1. Contrast ratio specs are dubious at best and such slight differences would not be apparant, perhaps not even to the most discriminating viewer. All these sets have a fast response time (5ms) and good, solid black levels. Any one of them will produce a spectacular picture. Newer 40-inch sammys have higher contrast ratios and claim a 4ms response time (for more money of course). I still don't think you could tell the difference. Go to the Samsung website. You can compare specs on any three sets of your choice.
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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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47LW5600 is actually $999, about $400 cheaper than the 6500. It seems the only difference between the 5600 and 6500 is the 6500 has 240 hz refresh vs 120 hz on 5600 - that wasn't as important to me.I have seen the 5700 also for about $1000 - but it does not have wifi capability. It does come with a stripped-down 3D BD player so you end up having to trade wifi connectivity for Blue-ray - guess it just depends what's more important to you. That's why I ended up going with the 5600 - I wanted smart tv to stream movies. I'll pick up a BD player at a later time.
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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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I just bought 7, yes 7, TVs and returned all of them except the Samsung 500 which is the one I chose to keep. Want to know why? Weighs a little more than 35 lbs, I could Calibrate it myself, cost $600 to the door and the pic is unbelieveable. Contrast ratio is "only" 40,000:1 but it works for me. The one bummer for others maybe that it only has two HDMI ports but since I'm not a gamer I don't care. Can't figure out why you want a glossy screen but my advice to you is buy the TV from a big box store and take it back till you find the one you love. I think I may write a book about my experiences! I must be honest and tell you I am tired but happy with my purchase. I just bought 7, yes 7, TVs and returned all of them except the Samsung 500 which is the one I chose to keep. Want to know why? Weighs a little more than 35 lbs, I could Calibrate it myself, cost $600 to the door and the pic is unbelieveable. Contrast ratio is "only" 40,000:1 but it works for me. The one bummer for others maybe that it only has two HDMI ports but since I'm not a gamer I don't care. Can't figure out why you want a glossy screen but my advice to you is buy the TV from a big box store and take it back till you find the one you love. I think I may write a book about... » Read More I just bought 7, yes 7, TVs and returned all of them except the Samsung 500 which is the one I chose to keep. Want to know why? Weighs a little more than 35 lbs, I could Calibrate it myself, cost $600 to the door and the pic is unbelieveable. Contrast ratio is "only" 40,000:1 but it works for me. The one bummer for others maybe that it only has two HDMI ports but since I'm not a gamer I don't care. Can't figure out why you want a glossy screen but my advice to you is buy the TV from a big box store and take it back till you find the one you love. I think I may write a book about my experiences! I must be honest and tell you I am tired but happy with my purchase. « Show Less
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Great question. I can't find any customer reviews for the 630 model. I heard it described as "semi-matte." Which is why its contrast ratio dropped to 40,0000:1 from the 650's 50,000:1. I'll let you know more when I get it.
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Its a very good question. Looks like this TV is 480Hz compared to 553 (240Hz) and probably has functioning USB ports (according to specs at least). Other than that I see no real difference for 2D pics.And there is the chance by implementing 3D, some 2D quality is compromised. (Of course it may have corrected some of 55s's issues also)I guess we have to wait to see whether 554 is better in 2D than 533. However if you are not interested in 3D, I don't see it being worth $500 extra .. However I think the prices for the 554 will be coming down further in the coming weeks/holiday season. Its a very good question. Looks like this TV is 480Hz compared to 553 (240Hz) and probably has functioning USB ports (according to specs at least). Other than that I see no real difference for 2D pics.And there is the chance by implementing 3D, some 2D quality is compromised. (Of course it may have corrected some of 55s's issues also)I guess we have to wait to see whether 554 is better in 2D than 533. However if you are not interested in 3D, I don't see it being worth $500 extra .. However I think the prices for the 554 will be coming down further in the coming... » Read More Its a very good question. Looks like this TV is 480Hz compared to 553 (240Hz) and probably has functioning USB ports (according to specs at least). Other than that I see no real difference for 2D pics.And there is the chance by implementing 3D, some 2D quality is compromised. (Of course it may have corrected some of 55s's issues also)I guess we have to wait to see whether 554 is better in 2D than 533. However if you are not interested in 3D, I don't see it being worth $500 extra .. However I think the prices for the 554 will be coming down further in the coming weeks/holiday season. « Show Less
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As others have said it is FAR LESS glossy than the 650. We have a very bright room and I didn't like the reflections on our old tube TV so I knew we couldn't handle a glossy screen. I am thrilled with the 630. It doesn't remove the reflections entirely, it basically makes them more diffuse and dimmer.Luckily, the big-box store we went to had the 630 and the 650 right next to each other so it was easy to see the difference. There is no doubt that the glossy screen on the 650 improves the black level and color a little, but in a bright room it is a necessary trade off. If you can control the light in your room and don't mind the redder bezel on the 650, you might be happier with that. As others have said it is FAR LESS glossy than the 650. We have a very bright room and I didn't like the reflections on our old tube TV so I knew we couldn't handle a glossy screen. I am thrilled with the 630. It doesn't remove the reflections entirely, it basically makes them more diffuse and dimmer.Luckily, the big-box store we went to had the 630 and the 650 right next to each other so it was easy to see the difference. There is no doubt that the glossy screen on the 650 improves the black level and color a little, but in a bright room it is a necessary trade off. If you can... » Read More As others have said it is FAR LESS glossy than the 650. We have a very bright room and I didn't like the reflections on our old tube TV so I knew we couldn't handle a glossy screen. I am thrilled with the 630. It doesn't remove the reflections entirely, it basically makes them more diffuse and dimmer.Luckily, the big-box store we went to had the 630 and the 650 right next to each other so it was easy to see the difference. There is no doubt that the glossy screen on the 650 improves the black level and color a little, but in a bright room it is a necessary trade off. If you can control the light in your room and don't mind the redder bezel on the 650, you might be happier with that. « Show Less
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I looked at both and bought the 750....for the price (and difference) you are really looking at how important a super thin TV is to you, if saving $2 a month on your energy bill makes that big of a difference, or if you are that nuts about LED, for $800 I wasn't. 200,000 to 1 as a Dynamic contrast ratio is more than enough (you can't really tell much more of a difference). If you really wanna get the LED and are willing to spend that kind of money get the 8000 (even thinner and edge lit led). Because of the models above and below it, and price differences I don't see the 7000 making much sense unless you find a unique deal that only has that set on sale. I looked at both and bought the 750....for the price (and difference) you are really looking at how important a super thin TV is to you, if saving $2 a month on your energy bill makes that big of a difference, or if you are that nuts about LED, for $800 I wasn't. 200,000 to 1 as a Dynamic contrast ratio is more than enough (you can't really tell much more of a difference). If you really wanna get the LED and are willing to spend that kind of money get the 8000 (even thinner and edge lit led). Because of the models above and below it, and price differences I don't see the 7000... » Read More I looked at both and bought the 750....for the price (and difference) you are really looking at how important a super thin TV is to you, if saving $2 a month on your energy bill makes that big of a difference, or if you are that nuts about LED, for $800 I wasn't. 200,000 to 1 as a Dynamic contrast ratio is more than enough (you can't really tell much more of a difference). If you really wanna get the LED and are willing to spend that kind of money get the 8000 (even thinner and edge lit led). Because of the models above and below it, and price differences I don't see the 7000 making much sense unless you find a unique deal that only has that set on sale. « Show Less
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Hmm,, I looked at both. I liked the 630 more. I was able to keep the price within $99 of the 530 when I got mine at Circuit City. It was just prior to them announcing they were shutting down. I think they were willing to deal on certain items. They matched the Amazon price in December and I was very happy with the deal. Although I always forget Amazon has the edge after taxes, but I got it the day I looked at it so to me it was worth the extra $. The 120HZ is a constant on the LN52A630. It's not to be confused with the Auto Motion Plus feature. The AMP is great for sports and documentary type programs or anything in a live format like news and such. For movies I'd turn it off. Both were nice sets, but for NOT much more $$ at the time I bought, I'd say the 630 was the better value.
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I had the same concerns as you regrading Hz. There is a CONSIDERABLE difference that you can notice between 60Hz and 120HZ when watching fast paced movies (fast n furious) or sports. However, there is less of a difference when you move from 120Hz to 240Hz. I've read that the 650B series/model is the same as the 850A series, except the 850A is just somewhat slimmer/thinner. I opt'ed for the 750B because I got a great price from SEARS ($1999.00) and I compared it to Sony's XBR9 series and I liked the Sammy better. Also, I was reading the blogs and although the 850A is a great TV, the majority of comments stated the 750 is the way to go. So you are aware, BB was selling the 850A for $1899.00 on their web-site. I had the same concerns as you regrading Hz. There is a CONSIDERABLE difference that you can notice between 60Hz and 120HZ when watching fast paced movies (fast n furious) or sports. However, there is less of a difference when you move from 120Hz to 240Hz. I've read that the 650B series/model is the same as the 850A series, except the 850A is just somewhat slimmer/thinner. I opt'ed for the 750B because I got a great price from SEARS ($1999.00) and I compared it to Sony's XBR9 series and I liked the Sammy better. Also, I was reading the blogs and although the 850A is a great TV,... » Read More I had the same concerns as you regrading Hz. There is a CONSIDERABLE difference that you can notice between 60Hz and 120HZ when watching fast paced movies (fast n furious) or sports. However, there is less of a difference when you move from 120Hz to 240Hz. I've read that the 650B series/model is the same as the 850A series, except the 850A is just somewhat slimmer/thinner. I opt'ed for the 750B because I got a great price from SEARS ($1999.00) and I compared it to Sony's XBR9 series and I liked the Sammy better. Also, I was reading the blogs and although the 850A is a great TV, the majority of comments stated the 750 is the way to go. So you are aware, BB was selling the 850A for $1899.00 on their web-site. « Show Less
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I don't watch many 3D items, but it is ok. It takes a bit of adjusting for each 3D movie. In either 3D, or 2D, the higher the Hz, the better the action scenes will look. The 240 Hz is less blurry than 120 Hz, which is less blurry than 60Hz. If you are going to watch a lot of fast action sports, action movies, etc, get the highest Hz you can afford. The 600 Hz refresh rate of a Plasma screened TV will be even better. I watch few sports, or action movies, so I didn't need more than 60Hz for my viewing. I watch mostly murder mysteries, and the like, with little fast action. Some of the more cartoon-y 3D stuff is faster paced, and is not as good in 60 Hz as it would be in 120 Hz, or 240 Hz, or 600 Hz. I watch mostly 2D stuff, but have the 3D capability for when I want it. The price I paid for my Sceptre HDTV was very reasonable, and the set has been functioning very well so far. For fast action movies, get as many Hz as you can afford. Sceptre offered some slightly more expensive models with 120 Hz,and 240 Hz, but I don't watch enough fast action stuff to make it worth my buying such for my typical use. You may be different. If you tend to watch sports, movies like Rambo, Die Hard, etc, you should have higher than 60 Hz...the higher the better.
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I have this TV and the TOC is there; it's just very subtle on the 630. I compared it to the 850 and the difference is that the frame of the 630 blocks most of the light that passes through from the back, keeping the red tinting faint. The 850's frame has a lip where the plastic is much thinner (and clear) so the light passes through from the back much easier and the red shows up more vividly. Take a flashlight and shine it through the sides of the 630 frame around the screen and you'll see the red tint.
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Given the price difference and comparable features and specs, save the money and get the 69F. However, if I were you, I'd get the new 650 series since they have higher contrast ratio, faster response time and 120hz refresh rate. Compare for yourself.
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Then you'll be fine with the 60Hz. The best thing to do is stop in a store and see if you can notice the difference between 60 & 120Hz. But read some reviews on the 60Hz and you'll see that there's no mention of blurry pictures, etc. Save your money and just get the 60! That's my .02. Good Luck!