Not so long ago, the cost of buying an LCD TV was prohibitive, and most people who wanted a home theater experience chose a plasma TV instead. However, the cost of them has been dropping lately and it is now possible to get yourself a cheap LCD TV that provides a great viewing experience. If you want to buy a cheap LCD TV, it pays to do a little research before committing to a purchase. As with all types of TVs, there are multiple brands, sizes and options to consider. To make your decision a bit easier, make use of the following tips…

Research each brand - All of the big electrical brands have ventured into the LCD TV market, so you will be spoilt for choice. Sony, Samsung and Toshiba are some of the big players, but you will have to pay a premium to get yourself an LCD TV made by one of those companies. You can get some great TVs from the smaller manufacturers, but the quality of them can be a bit hit and miss. Therefore, it is advisable to do some research online before making a final decision.

Choose a sensible screen size - A bigger screen size does not necessarily give you a better viewing experience; it all depends on how far away from your TV you sit. As a rough guide, a 30 inch TV works best if you sit 4 feet from your screen, and a 50 inch TV works best if you sit 12 feet from your screen. A huge TV in a small room will not only look out of place, but you will also be sitting too close to it to get the full benefits.

Do not settle for anything but high resolution - If you are looking for a great quality picture, you will need a high resolution LCD TV. Look for one that is 1024×768 or 1366×768. These are typically available on most high-definition TVs, so you should not have any trouble finding a suitable one. If you have a choice of either a bigger screen or a better resolution, then you are better off opting for a better resolution.

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