Samsung LN32B650 LCD TV Review

The smallest representative of the B650 series from Samsung, Samsung LN32B650 displays decent image quality and great connectivity options. It also offers the ability to access web streaming content, which is less encountered in models of this caliber. Samsung LN32B650, although it does not sport a large screen, is still able of offering a great watching experience. This 32 inch LCD TV is gifted by the manufacturer with competitive dejudder processing and color decoding, which makes it a very good deal for someone that desires a mid range HDTV with all the perks in place.

Note: The LN32B650 review on this page, covers only the most important aspects of this 32 inch LCD TV. If you would like to find out a bit more, especially about design and connectivity options, you can also check out Samsung LN55B650 review (55 inch). Both TVs are from Samsung Series 6 (B650) and share the same features and characteristics.

Features

• 1080p
• 120Hz refresh rate
• 4 HDMI
• Web streaming
• 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
• 2 USB ports
• Dejudder processing
• Wide Color Enhancer 3

Performance

For an LCD TV that is so little, Samsung LN32B650 really has good performance. Although it does not sport ink like blacks, it has great accurate colors, and the video processing capabilities are very good. It is also a pleasant experience to watch standard definition content on this particular content, as it presents solid noise reduction features, and a crisp image, regardless of the video source.

Black Levels

On the not so bright side of Samsung LN32B650, the black levels on this series are not on par with those that are not found on the best LCD TVs on the market. In the long fight of LCD TV versus plasma, black levels have always been the card up the plasma’s sleeve. Now, LCD TV manufacturers are fighting to narrow the gap, and, series by series, they bring out better black levels. As far as Samsung LN32B650 is concerned, its black levels are as expected from a mid range product.

Color Accuracy

Samsung has gifted its B650 series with great color decoding capabilities, which is noticeable in the Samsung LN32B650’s performance, as well. The model presents accurate, vivid colors, that make for a great looking, detailed image. Except for the blue tinge that mars darker areas when they are shown on the screen, color accuracy for Samsung LN32B650 is close to perfection.

Video Processing

As mentioned earlier, video processing capabilities are great, and that is especially because of the dejudder processing that does an excellent job. Watching high definition content on this 1080p LCD TV is, indeed, a pleasure, and there are little, if none, differences between this model, that sports 120Hz refresh rate, and models with higher refresh rate (240Hz), that were launched a little later.

Bright Light

Samsung LN32B650 does not behave well under bright light condition, as the glossy screen is not capable to fight off reflections as it should. If you watch TV with your curtains up, you will soon notice the reflections affecting the screen, so it is best to place your Samsung LN32B650 in a room that does not receive direct light on a constant basis.

Standard Definition (SDTV)

Samsung LN32B650 does well with standard definition content, and it is a very reliable piece of equipment if you intend to watch TV programs and other SD video sources. The image does not look blurred or softened, but very detailed, which is a great plus for this particular B650 LCD TV model.

Conclusion

When you are looking for a small screen HDTV, it is worth taking a look at Samsung LN32B650. It has some great features, it also has good connectivity options, and the image quality is above what would be expected from a mid range product. On the other hand, it lacks an S-video input, and its black levels are not that great, so take these little bits of info into consideration, when you go shopping.