LCD Vs. LED for HDTV
LCD and LED television sets are both high-definition and capable of producing clear images. LED panels are technically the same as LCD, but use a different method of backlighting.
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History
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LCD technology had been around for many years, and LED technology is newer and more advanced.
Types
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Both LCD and LED are available in a range of sizes, from 15 to over 60 inches. Both are flat panels, meaning they are only a few inches thick.
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Features
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LED televisions have slightly better quality and higher contrast ratio, but this comes at a premium. LEDs also have a wider viewing angle, which means the image is still clear when viewed from the side.
Price
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When comparing both at a similar size, the LED will usually be more expensive.
Considerations
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According to PC World, an LED television will have a longer lifespan, due to the nature of light emitting diodes compared to the fluorescent tubes found in LCDs.
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