Panasonic Viera TC-L32X30

Works well for the kitchen or a small room, but not meant to go toe-to-toe with the latest and greatest.

Stripped of advanced features like internet or 3D so you can add a second TV to your home at a reduced price.

The Samsung UN32D4000 is a conundrum, cobbling together some enticing, technological buzzwords but failing to deliver on some of the basics. It features LED backlighting, something people love without understanding what it is or how it works. On the other hand, it's limited to a 720p resolution.