The TX-P42G15B isn't a TV to annoy, but equally it won't thrill you either. This plasma from Panasonic is merely outclassed by its rivals
The LG 42SL8000 delivers punchy, high-contrast images from all sources
A slim set that offers stable and detailed pictures, but for £1300 you can do better
JVC has come up with a challenger for the best top-end TVs – if only it was a little more affordable
Utterly brilliant. £1500 might sound a tad pricey but this is one of the most exciting sets we've seen in years
The Panasonic TX-P42S10 is part of its new range of plasma TVs that offer solid and enjoyable, if not class-leading, performance
The Toshiba 42XV635D's a respectable performer, but there are cheaper sets that offer more
This PVR television has many strong points, although the price-tag may put a few people off
A price drop of £250 means that the LG42LH5000 is very good value for money, but arch-rival Samsung does it better for less
The Panasonic TX-P42V10 is bristling with features, including a Freesat tuner, and only a slight lack of fine detail with Blu-ray lets it down
It's hard to believe that a 40 inch LCD television could be this cheap, but cheap it is, and with great performance and useability too