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Samsung HP-S5053
Created: 08/25/2006
Video description: While the Samsung HP-S5053's picture doesn't rank among the best of the 50-inch plasmas we've reviewed, its sweet style and scads of inputs help it compete.

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Samsung HP-S5053 Review

The good: Deep blacks; excellent connectivity, including two component-video and two HDMI inputs; distinctive glossy finish and hidden speakers.

The bad: Prevalent artifacts and video noise, especially in dark scenes; subpar standard-def processing; no independent input memories.

The bottom line: While the Samsung HP-S5053's picture doesn't rank among the best of the 50-inch plasmas we've reviewed, its sweet style and scads of inputs help it compete.

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Samsung HP-S5053 Specs

Manufacturer: Samsung
Part number: HP-S5053

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