- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Samsung 5500 Series
- 32" 1080p LED-backlit
- Internet enabled
Released February, 2011
by c|net (Mar, 2011)This model and all other 2011 plasmas (aside from the D450) have CinemaSmooth processing for what the company promises is correct 1080p/24 cadence, and it says that engaging CS no longer affects black level performance.
Conclusion Check out the Samsung 5500 Series
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Samsung 5500 Series
32”
LED-backlit
Rated 100% by by H.-phil-Chen (Dec, 2011)This is far better quality down the each pixel plus with other brands you just won't get that sleak look from that awesome bezel.
size
32"
60"
59"
5500 Series by Bob (Oct, 2011)WMC(WindowsMediaCenter) integrates perfectly, makes Impressive, Stunning MultiMedia presentations...Gotta give it 5 Star++ , an Excellent, versatile, all round Hi Quality LED flat screen display!
5500 Series by c|net (Mar, 2011)Below we gather all of the estimated selling prices and availability info we were given about Samsung's plasma and LED-based LCD TVs series, along with top-level features differences.
Performance Real world tests of Samsung 5500 Series
power consumption
5500 Series by Maki-Michii (Jun, 2011)I did no measured lag test but it suffices that i don't really notice any lag playing black ops.
contrast ratio
5500 Series by Leann-Mcclellan--Lmc (Apr, 2011)It takes some getting use to the brightness of the color, even after adjusting and playing with the settings, but it is a solid t.v. with a decent picture.
5500 Series by H.-phil-Chen (Dec, 2011)Everything is crisp and you don't need to color correct anything.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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access streaming content over the Internet -
LED -
JPEG -
easier to share and enjoy your digital photos, music and video -
3,000,000:1 -
Anynet+ -
2 -
2 -
4 -
1 Watt -
32" -
1 -
1080p -
88.48% -
30 mm -
1 -
1 -
7,212 g
cons
Sortable isn't aware of anything this item does poorly.Reviews Word on the street
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 |   Rated by 33 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by N.-Navia (Sep, 2011) Rated 60% by by J.-Larrinaga (Jan, 2012)  |
Panel
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by J.-Hardy-IV (Aug, 2011)The design is quite attractive as others have said, nice and thin edge lit LED and the I don't mind the glossy surfaces compared to the matte of the Hanns-G.
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by didsomeresearch (May, 2011)Cnet really likes the quality of Samsung screens.
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by didsomeresearch (May, 2011)I wanted an LED screen because they are thin and sleek, this one has a great look.
Picture quality
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by J.-Hardy-IV (Aug, 2011)I love the super whites and dark blacks that it produces at its default brightness levels.
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 60% by by Sen (Dec, 2011)Picture quality with this TV is very good.
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by neubs (Jul, 2011)As far as picture quality, I do not miss the 120hz as much as I thought I would.
Video
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by lpifly (Dec, 2011)You can even use a traditional, non HDMI computer monitor hookup if you don't have HDMI.
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 20% by by David-A.-Meise (Aug, 2011)The feature is not availble on the 40" while using the HDMI mode that is required for the best picture.
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by J.-Hardy-IV (Aug, 2011)After troubleshooting w/ Samsung and lurking on AMD forums I found that the default 'picture mode' for HDMI is not optimal for computer connection.
Hdmi
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by J.-Hardy-IV (Aug, 2011)One oddity I'm still working out though is the inability of it to sleep in HDMI mode, there are options to have the TV turn itself completely off if there is no signal for a time, but I want it to go to sleep mode rather than have to power it up manually myself.
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by Cheshire-Pinky (Dec, 2011)It was a breeze to set up (took about 20 minutes to hook up - used an HDMI cable [you'll need to purchase one] - quick and easy; set preferences; and hook up the DVD player with the adapter provided with the TV).
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by didsomeresearch (May, 2011)The HDMI inputs are just behind the beveled edge facing out to the right side, so if the cords going in are relaxed, they are visible from the side.
Ports
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by lpifly (Dec, 2011)The USB port is a nice addition that gives you all the function of hooking up your computer, without hogging your computer.
Samsung 5500 Series 32" (2011) | Rated 100% by by H.-phil-Chen (Dec, 2011)This LED has amazing contrast qualities , doesn't give off heat and has a millions inputs and outputs in the back.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 2 | Samsung 6000 Series (2012) 4-way tie: Fastest refresh rate 6000 Series (2012) 55" vs 5500 Series 32" (2011) |
 | 3 | Samsung 6100 Series (2012) 2-way tie: Supports 3D 6100 Series (2012) 40" vs 5500 Series 32" (2011) |
 | 4 | LG LS5700 Supports ISFccc LG LS5700 vs Samsung 5500 Series |
 | 5 | Samsung 5300 Series 3-way tie: Has Wi-Fi 5300 Series 46" (2012) vs 5500 Series 32" (2011) |
 | 6 | Samsung 6300 Series 3-way tie: Most USB ports 6300 Series 40" (2011) vs 5500 Series 32" (2011) |
 | 7 | Samsung 6500 Series 2-way tie: Supports 3D 6500 Series 59" (2011) vs 5500 Series 32" (2011) |
 | 8 | Pioneer PDP-6020FD Biggest screen Pioneer PDP-6020FD vs Samsung 5500 Series |
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Editions Editions of the Samsung 5500 Series
| Price | Edition | Size | Supports 3D | Usb ports | Manufacturer code | Compare | ||||
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 | | 32" |  | 2 | UN32D5500 | | ||||
 | | 40" |  | 3 | UN40D5500RFXZA | | ||||
