PN42B400 vs PN42B450 What's the difference between these 2 TV besides the number of HDMI ports?
485012
I saw a PN50B400 at Wal Mart and noticed that it didn't have a swivel stand like the 450. It had very few connections as well.
485013
Missing Anynet+ (CEC standard) technology, no headphone jack, different color bezel (black and silver glossy instead of red and black), and only 1 set of component ports. In terms of features, nothing's changed. both have the same e-panel tecnology features (look at pn42b450's product page for more info about it).
485014
It's also missing analog outputs, a problem, if like me, you want to use it with an analog receiver. The lack of Filterbright may be a plus, I've seen criticism of the PN42B450, in effect Filterbright didn't do much good and reduced brightness.
485015
Thanks for your response. So... Is there any difference in picture quality?
485016
I'm not sure since I didn't get to see a comparison between the two when I went to Best Buy, but I found out that the PN42B400 model has the same E-panel technology (wide enhancer 2, .001ms response, 600Hz subfield motion, mega dynamic contrast ratio) as PN42B450's, except for the Filterbright antiglare feature. For me, it didn't justify paying an extra $124 just for Filterbright and a few extra ports. Hope that helps!
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If I look at the specs on that one, it appears that the difference is the Intel Quick Sync Video for fast video encodingand the Display Port for driving 4k displays. This might be a newer model. I would go with the NUC D54250WYK if you plan on getting a 4k tv.
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I was soo close to getting the 4081, but then the 750 series came around, and had the usb & lan inputs, plus the 750 has a better viewing angle 178* as opposed to 4081's 170* hdmi ports didn't make any difference to me. I saw the lan input as a possible upgrading futureproofing option (downloading new firmware and such).
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After doing research on both, the difference is that the 250 has 2 HDMI ports and no USB port. The 450 has 3 HDMI Ports and a USB port. The USB port will allow you to hookup a USB HD or thumbdrive and play your media files directly through the TV. You can find this info by googling the for the pdf manuals for both TVs. BTW, If you order a 250 or 450 in the US, it will be NTSC not PAL. So don't worry about that.
1803547
My STR-DN1040 has 8 HDMI inputs and they are all in use and the STR-DN1050 has no new compelling features - more like a downgrade in connections. Guess the 1040 is good for another year at least.
57698
I forgot to mention; I have a separate sound system, so I'm mostly concerned with the picture. How would you compare the picture quality of the two TVs?
1183924
The size of the TVs does not matter. I have one connected to a 55" and another to a 42"...
2028680
I don't know- but I bought two of these TVs and wouldn't buy it again. They are a downgrade from similar Samsungs sold two years ago.
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Comparing the tech specs on Vizio's website:M221NV;Brightness 250 NITS;Component YPbPR jacks;S-Video jack;LED=Edge Lit Razor LED;Viewing angles 170/160 Horz/Vert;HDMI ports on the rear;M220NV;Brightness 450 cd/m2;Component YPbPR jacks=NONE;S-Video jack=NONE;LED=Direct Type LED Backlight Technology;Viewing angles 178/178 Horz/Vert;HDMI ports on the side;So if someone can tell us which of these differences really matter?Note:The photos don't seem to match the tech spec page. The photos for the rear connections look identical. There is no mention of a USB port but the photos show one. Comparing the tech specs on Vizio's website:M221NV;Brightness 250 NITS;Component YPbPR jacks;S-Video jack;LED=Edge Lit Razor LED;Viewing angles 170/160 Horz/Vert;HDMI ports on the rear;M220NV;Brightness 450 cd/m2;Component YPbPR jacks=NONE;S-Video jack=NONE;LED=Direct Type LED Backlight Technology;Viewing angles 178/178 Horz/Vert;HDMI ports on the side;So if someone can tell us which of these differences really matter?Note:The photos don't seem to match the tech spec page. The photos for the rear connections look identical. There is no mention of a... » Read More Comparing the tech specs on Vizio's website:M221NV;Brightness 250 NITS;Component YPbPR jacks;S-Video jack;LED=Edge Lit Razor LED;Viewing angles 170/160 Horz/Vert;HDMI ports on the rear;M220NV;Brightness 450 cd/m2;Component YPbPR jacks=NONE;S-Video jack=NONE;LED=Direct Type LED Backlight Technology;Viewing angles 178/178 Horz/Vert;HDMI ports on the side;So if someone can tell us which of these differences really matter?Note:The photos don't seem to match the tech spec page. The photos for the rear connections look identical. There is no mention of a USB port but the photos show one. « Show Less
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it has PIP and POP. it displays HDMI in one input and any input that is not HDMI in the other. I must say that the POP feature falls short of what could have been possible with this TV. Although the screen would be quite capable of displaying two 4:3 windows side by side, they did not utilize this capability. The screen in POP mode displays two letterboxed 16:9 windows side by side stretching anything broadcast in 4:3 ratio.
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I am using a 42" and a 29" and both work perfectly. The size of the tv's do not matter.....both 1080p will make the switching quicker.....I have this unit more than a month and it works perfectly.
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I agree with M. Barnes. Probably little difference between the two. Check Vizio's webpage at http://store.vizio.com/. Compare the two models tech specs and narrow your choice that way.
1394417
Thanks for the reply. I went with the T260HD which was $50 less. When I get the TV I will post how I like it.
697833
I am certainly no TV guru but, I had purchased the LN40A550 & returned it & bought the LN40A650 & could not be happier! We noticed immediately that the picture looked faded on the 550 & went to one of the local retailers & found that this is a common complaint on these units. They actually had a LN40A550 & LN40A650 side by side in the store & there is a huge difference. We are very impressed with the picture quality regardless of what we are watching. We have had many friends commenting on the awesome picture on this TV. Hope this helps. Les
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Most depends on who you order from mine came with 3 ports but trust me get another brand of tvs.
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I bought a LN52B750 after a great deal of research. Unfortunately, I cannot take anymore of the fake looking/soap opera/camcorder type picture with this tv, especially after adjusting to minimize blurring. Due to headache and visual strain, I even stopped watching this tv and I am sending it back for a plasma. Hope that helps.
53967
both the same specs, i bought the 42LV5500, but couldve saved $20 since the magic motion remote is free by amazon when you buy the 42LV5400 both have the wifi adapter. but i still love my decision, well worth the price. so right now the wise choice is to buy the 42LV5400 and get the special remote for free. this is a $1k tv for $700 not bad not bad