Trying to decide between the KDL55NX720, KDL55HX729 and KDL55HX820. Please help.

reallly? a poll to decide which tv you should buy

have you looked at the owners threads for each one yet

BTW, it has been 16 hours since you started this thread and your first bump of "Anyone" which you deleted was posted even earlier than that.

Buy the one that that meets your needs, requirements and budget.

Some of the best information can be gathered by reading all you can find about the individual TVs in which you may be interested, including the many threads here on the AVS Forum, reviews from other web sites, and by auditioning each one in person at a local electronics store (or stores).

In the years I've been on this Forum, I would venture to say that nearly everyone who initiates a poll thinking they will get a wealth of information more often than not winds up disappointed with the results, especially in the lack of responses.

All of the models you have listed are fine TVs, so I really don't think there is any wrong answer. If you do your research, due diligence, or whatever you want to call it, you'll likely be happier making your own decision than picking from a few responses in a poll.

Good luck to you.

Well, aesthetics vs. features/price.

Then go with one of the others.

Drive to a Sonystyle Mall location and cross compare and pick based upon your eyeballs - it's the one place you should be able to see them side-by-side instead of anyone here giving testimonials that may not match your viewing preferences. Would you buy an auto without taking it for a ride?

Well.......I have to say it's not an easy answer. I know what I want and I couldn't even decide. There are so many variables to consider, let alone your personal preferences. I really couldn't decide, there are so many differences......I just figured if I get the most expensive one I could afford that would be a good strategy so I did that and got the 55HX929. I'm happy with my decision. Good luck with yours, if you're anything like me and like to research your purchases, you're going to need it!

Yeah, the moment I see someone bump their own thread with "anyone?" and it's been less than about 3 days, I'm done with the thread.

You know, it's pretty darned irritating when some of us try to give you good advice and you basically slap us all in the face because it's not in the form you wanted.

I selected the 820 to even out your poll

Was the poll helpful?

You might not have the answer you wanted yet because it is entirely possible that nobody else is in your situation.

If it were me, I would do as the one poster said and actually go and, you know... LOOK AT THEM... and then pick one based on what I see. If you've already looked at the owners threads for these models and know what kind of highs and lows to expect, that would be the next logical step, dontcha think? Seems like a pretty simple strategy to me. Why base your decision on someone else's opinion?

If I told you to pick the one with the highest price tag (even if they are all in your budget) just because I thought that one was best just based on its price, would you? This is one reason why threads/polls like this are pointless.

^^ +1

One problem in comparing things in store is that... you can never judge the full potential of the display given the stores haven't properly calibrated it and/or only provides a low-feed signal. Plus, say the HX929 (which WE ALL can agree upon, is the best LCD for 2011) and perhaps the settings were off putting and another set $1000 less may look better given that it was "brighter".

For the average consumer, who usually wouldn't know the difference between an LED-LCD and a CCFL-LCD, whichever looks good and CHEAP is probably what their going to get. They most definitely may base their decision on the picture quality in store displays. To make matters worse, most of the displays look all the same to some people!

Opinions from other people, a bandwagon or whatnot, is quite very useful. Especially so for televisions.

Though whichever has edge-local dimming, I would suggest. The differences between the sets you provided are very minor and you will be very happy with any of them. Also check into the features you need. For starters, you will be fine with a 120hz, if you are stuck between "120hz vs 240hz".

Good luck

Based on the poll, best bet is to buy all three, test them in your home and return the two that you don't like.

And... you know what they say about opinions.

^ This.

Your best bet is to read the owners threads to get impressions of each displays strengths and weaknesses. Some may prefer form over function...some may choose by picture quality alone and some may prefer a combination of both...glossy or matte? Your question is as subjective as the opinions you are going to receive. It's a little like asking, "what do I like best, chocolate, strawberry or vanilla"?

chocolate

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I am in a simular situation deciding between tv's. I am looking at the 55NX810 at a great price (last years model), the 55nx720 or the 55nx820. I was considering the 55hx729 but I like the monolithic design better. I am not near a sony store so I cannot view these side by side. I can only see the 55nx720 and the 55nx810 in different stores. I have talked to sony many times to get a reading on the different specs that these sets have and what I have found is the differences are small in actual viewing differences. According to sony especially in 3d that people can see differences because of everyone has different preceptions, some real some not.

I am very concerned with the motion flow capability because I watch alot of sports but I have been told that you cannot see the difference between 120hz and 240hz. In regards to the specs the new motion flow XR240 is a 120 hz panel with software that uses backlight blinking to give the effect of 240. The XR480 is a 240 hz panel uses backlight blinking to give the effect of 480 According to Sony you need to keep in mind that the motion effect is a combination of the refresh rate of the panel, the speed of the processing engine and the backlight blinking used. Sony stated the their new X reality processor is faster then their previous Bravia Engine 3 which should create better motion effects for the new models

Like I said I have been unable to see these sets side by side to see if the differences are worth paying extra. I am confronted with a great deal on the 55nx810 vs the 55nx720 (500 more) vs the 55nx820 (600 more) and since I cannot see the side by side it is hard to decide . I have read the threads but still does not give me the information that I need to make the correcy decision. If any one could add any info or experiences I woud appreciate it. Thanks.

Perhaps look at a brand other than Sony. You may find another TV that meets your needs/budget/aesthetics and eliminate all this frustration/confusion.

IMHO, if you base your purchase of a new TV solely on internet reviews/opinions, by the time you parse through all of the BS, a new(er) option will be available. IOW, you'll never make a decision.

Be a man! Pull the trigger! Enjoy!