LG 52LBX Review: 52″ 1080p LCD TV

Up for review: The LG 52LBX. If you’re looking into your first HDTV and looking to go big, the LG 52LBX is a great mix of features and affordability. With stunning images, no dead pixels and no audio issues, this LCD TV is a great package. The 52LBX is the largest model from the LBX series, popularly known as Opus.

Equipped with TruMotion drive, XD Engine® image processing, Super IPS and TruColor technology, the 52LBX delivers smoother, sharper, clearer images. The Intelligent Eye technology of the 52LBX coordinates the light levels emitted with those in your living room to maximize your viewing experience. The price range of this of this TV is $1,599.95 – $1,799.77.

This high-end LCD TV can carry both uncompressed high-definition (HD) video and uncompressed multi-channel audio in all full HD formats including 720p, 1080i and even 1080p thanks to its 3 HDMI connections with LG SimpLink® HDMI. No matter what your incoming media content is, the HDMI systems automatically configure to display that content in the most effective format.

LG 52LBX Features and Specifications Review:

Display
Diagonal Size 42 inch, 16:9 Widescreen LCD HDTV
LCD Display Technology S-IPS
Resolution 1920 x 1080
Display Format 1080p (FullHD)
120Hz Refresh Rate Yes
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 10000:1
Brightness (cd/m2) 500 cd/m2
Color Gamut 92% (NTSC)
Pixel Response Time 5 ms
Viewing Angle 178 degrees
Viewing Angle (Vertical) 178 degrees

Additional Features
XD Engine technology, MP3 playback, Parental control, 3:2 pull down compensation, JPEG photo playback, V-Chip, Intelligent Room Illumination Sensor (IRIS), Video noise reduction

TV Tuner
Reception System NTSC-M
dbx Noise Reduction Yes
Digital TV Tuner QAM, ATSC

Video Features
Input Video Formats 1080p, 480i, 1080i
Program Guide Features Favorite channel, Auto programming
Parental Channel Lock Yes

Audio System
Audio Controls Treble, Bass, Balance, Sound mode
Speakers Included 2 speakers
Surround Mode Yes
Sound Effects SRS TruSurround XT

Connections
Connector Type 3 x HDMI ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) – Rear, 1 x Serial ( 9 pin D-Sub ) – Rear, 1 x Audio line-in ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) – Rear, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) – Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (coaxial) ( RCA phono ) – Rear, 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) – Rear, 1 x Composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) – Side, 1 x RGB input ( 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15) ) – Rear, 1 x Remote control ( Mini-phone 3.5 mm ) – Rear, 1 x S- Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) – Side, 2 x Component video input ( RCA phono x 3 ) – Rear, 1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) – Side, 1 x Audio line-out ( RCA phono x 2 ) – Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) ( TOSLINK ) – Rear, 2 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) – Rear

Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support 1 year warranty
Service & Support Details Limited warranty – Parts and labor – 1 year


Although some reviews rave about the exterior display of this HDTV, the sloping edges of the screen are especially problematic as they mirror the screen image as well as any ambient light sources effectively. The swivel stand’s silver color is what makes the look a bit out of place. With one bright element smack in the middle of an otherwise pure black field it generates too much attention.

But these minute flaws are overshadowed with its many advanced features: 120Hz display panel, XD Engine, USB Media Host- you name the high-end feature and this LCD TV has it. Its HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable. This Interface is also fully backward-compatible with DVI. With so many advance features at such an economic price, the LG 52LBX TV can give other highly priced HDTV a run for their money.

YouReviewElectronics.com gives LG 52LBX 8/10 stars!