Pros
- Decent price for the size and feature selection
- Good built-in audio and image quality
Cons
- Relatively few Internet services supported
- Interface and remote need a redesign
At A Glance
The Sharp LC-40LE835U delivers lots of features, decent video, and above-average audio. It falls short in Internet offerings, however, and its interface and remote could use a makeover.
Manufacturer’s Description
With the introduction of the LE835 Series 3DTV, Sharp once again reinforces its leadership in LCD and LED technology. Sharp's proprietary Quattron? System produces the brightest 3DTV images with reduced crosstalk blurs and Spacious 3D Sound to complete the 3D experience. Additionally, the proprietary AQUOS LED system comprised of the X-Gen LCD panel and UltraBrilliant LED, with a newly enhanced Active Contrast algorithm, enables an incredible dynamic contrast ratio of 8,000,000:1 for excellent picture quality.
The Specs
| Display |
|---|
| Broadcast Format Displayed |
1080p |
| Display size |
40.0 inches |
| Contrast ratio |
8000000:1 |
| Display type |
LCD with LED backlighting |
| Aspect ratio |
16:9 |
| Horizontal viewing angle |
176.0 â |
| Vertical viewing angle |
176.0 â |
| Response time |
4.0 |
| Resolution |
1080p pixels |
| Refresh rate |
240.0 Hz |
| Ports and Connections |
|---|
| Available Interfaces |
- Component Video
- Composite Video
- Ethernet
|
| HDMI |
4 |
Performance
| Lab Tests 2D |
|---|
| Brightness and Contrast Rating |
Good |
| Brightness and Contrast Score |
3.2 |
| Color Quality Rating |
Good |
| Color Quality Score |
3.1 |
| Detail Rating |
Good |
| Detail Score |
2.9 |
| Motion Rating |
Very Good |
| Motion Score |
3.9 |
| Power Usage |
|---|
| Green Rating |
Very Good |
| Green score |
92 |
