Samsung’s 550 Series is a perfect way to step up to Full HD 1080p resolution. A fast 5 ms response rate produces smooth-motion scenes for sports and action movies, and a dynamic contrast ratio of 30,000:1 makes for deep blacks and crisp lines (15,000:1 in 32-inch and 37-inch models).

Samsung LN40A550 Popular Reviews:
cnet reviewed the Samsung LN40A550 and gave out”The 1080p (1920×1080) resolution 5 series adds touch-sensitive controls on the cabinet, three total HDMI inputs (one on the side), and a side-mounted USB 2.0 port. It includes the 32-inch LN32A550P, the 40-inch LN40A550P, the 46-inch LN46A550P, the 52-inch LN52A550P.”
Customer Reviews
by deck797
After much research, purchasing the LN-T4069F, returning the LN-T4069F, and determined to buy for the future, I happened upon this new model just introduced by Samsung. A month ago, I was insistent on purchasing a 120HZ, and without actually experiencing it, did so, much to my chagrin. The picture was jumpy, and the “aura” created by the technology disregards that sweet “space” between viewer and TV. I turned the 120HZ off most of the time, and, with no malice toward Samsung, the option is a huge waste of $500.00, unless you really like being on the set with the actors (try it and you’ll see what I mean), or watch alot of sports. That said, I needed a 40″ that would fit into a certain space (no side speakers) and I also came to realize that a higher contrast ratio and response time were probably the most important factors contributing to a bright, smooth, beautiful picture. (I had the opportunity to compare one of Samsung’s 10,000:1 CR right next to a 30,000:1 at the store…whew!) Granted, “contrast ratio” is different numbers to different manufacturers, but when Samsung ups the ante and raises the price a bit, it’s worth it(the higher end LN40A650 has even more CR and RT, but was over my price cap, has that ghastly 120HZ option, and a distracting reddish border running the top and bottom bezel of the frame itself). As for the 5mS response time, I haven’t really deciphered it yet, and it’s close enough to the 4mS that will probably be industry standard before long. Lastly, I would suspect (I’m not a tech) that Samsung’s DNIe engine is responsible for the upconversion of the standard definition TV signal, that creates a really rich, HD-like SD picture.
By Kevin M. Pahl “K. Pahl” (AnyTown USA)
In my shopping for a TV of course I had to swing by the local Best Buy and asked some questions. Not working on commission they generally just answer your questions without pushing you into the bigger or better… They had only good things to say about Samsung and all of their TV’s.
And for good reason!
This TV is incredibly clear with everything and fun to play with. I hooked up my wife’s laptop just for fun, because it has a video in, and that picture was amazing. I finally got an HD-DVR cable box and it the picture is so incredibly clear.
The sound is even better than the picture quality. I found with many TV’s now they will put great effort in the screen, but forget about the speakers… Not with Samsung. These speakers sing incredibly and greatly enhance the picture you are watching.
Everything is very easy to set up, and the control is very comfortable. The options are every user friendly. The only bad thing is that I have not figured out how to get the picture-in-picture to work with my cable box.
Very satisfied with this purchase, it is well worth the few dollars and hopefully years of great entertainment.
Samsung LN40A550 key Features:
* Full HD 1080p Resolution
* Wide Color Enhancer
* 3 HDMI Inputs
* USB 2.0
* HDMI-CDC