Samsung LN46B640 46″ 1080p LCD HDTV

Sep 16th, 2009 | By Simon

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As we enter the fourth quarter of 2009, we’re finally starting to see the products Samsung unveiled to us at CES. There are certainly a wide number of models available and it can be confusing to most consumers. How do I know if I want a 6 series or a 7 series? If you’re lucky enough to have an unlimited budget go to the top end and don’t look back. Unfortunately, most of us can’t do that.

I’ve been asked by many friends if the 2008 models currently on sale are a good buy and my answer is: it depends. If you’re looking for a basic TV and only plan on watching Cable/Digital TV with the occasional movie in between go for what’s on sale as you’ll be happy with it. However, the B640 offers so much more. If you plan on watching more than just the odd HD movie or will be centering your entertainment system around a new TV then seriously consider the B640 as the baseline for comparison.

Samsung 46B640

The pitfall of being more expensive and slower to load is one I’m willing to compromise on for the improved WiseLink, included InfoLink and overall stunning picture quality.

Advantages

  • Amazing picture quality

  • 2008’s high end Series A features included
  • WiseLink upgraded to include movie playback

Disadvantages

  • More expansive than typical LCD HDTVs

  • Very slow start up

I’d like to thank Samsung Canada for making this review possible.

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  1. HDTV Christmas September 17th, 2009 4:27 am

    Nice looking blog. Which template are you using? Nice post as well!

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  2. The Daily Technology News October 2nd, 2009 2:39 pm

    Just hope that more channels could start broadcast in HD. But it’s probably quite expensive to buy all the new equipment needed.

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  3. Grace Hall October 4th, 2009 10:48 pm

    Don’t think we can get the LN46B640 in the UK. This looks like the nearest version to it: http://www.buydigital.tv/Product-show.asp?BigClass_Id=11&SmallClass_Id=300.

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  4. CZ November 28th, 2009 5:22 pm

    Nice review. I just purchased a 640 for the USB. However, mine does not produce sound when playing avi or mp4 from USB. How did you generate the avi file in the first place? Thanks!

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  5. Mike Knowles JR December 30th, 2009 2:53 am

    Nice writeup!

    Wish I had seen this page before I ordered my tv today. Got the same samsung at best buy this afternoon. Out of stock, but delivering it to me tomorrow at noon.

    Thanks.

    -Mike

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  6. Fanny Fadel January 1st, 2010 10:43 pm

    Would you happen to know what’s the spece between the bottom of the TV and the stand? I am wondering if the receiver can fit in this space. I bought that TV, it wasn’t delivered yet, but don’t know if the receiver can fit between the TV and the stand. Thanks for a response.

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  7. Simon January 2nd, 2010 8:15 pm

    Fanny Fadel wrote:

    Would you happen to know what’s the spece between the bottom of the TV and the stand? I am wondering if the receiver can fit in this space. I bought that TV, it wasn’t delivered yet, but don’t know if the receiver can fit between the TV and the stand. Thanks for a response.

    Off the top of my head I can’t remember but it would only be in the range of 1.5″ or so

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