- 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
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U
- 70" 1080p LED-backlit
- 120 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released January, 2012
Rated 74% by by c|net (Mar, 2012)Picture settings: Five tweakable picture modes, a gamma slider, a full color management system and a two-point grayscale control place the 640U squarely in the middle of the pack for adjustability.
Conclusion Check out the Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U
First reviewed March, 2012
Features Key features of the Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U
70”
LED-backlit
size
70"
32"
32"
AQUOS by c|net (Mar, 2012)I performed a hands-on evaluation of the 60-inch Sharp LC-LE640U, but this review also applies to the other screen sizes in the series.
AQUOS by c|net (Mar, 2012)After introducing massive 70- and 80-inch LCDs last year at prices that in context actually deserve the word "affordable," the company will double down on screen size in 2012.
Performance Real world tests of Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U
black levels
AQUOS by c|net (Mar, 2012)The LC-LE640U performs better than what I remember of last year's 830U, thanks primarily to somewhat better uniformity and perhaps deeper black levels.
AQUOS by Brian-A.-Mousseau--powermonkey24 (Jul, 2012)Both of witch had bad clouding and bad black levels that left the picture flat and washed out.
contrast ratio
AQUOS by Dime-Bolt (Oct, 2012)On the other hand, if you are one of these TV nerds that will analyze every megahertz, contrast ratio, dynamic lighting, etc., then go ahead, spend 9 grand on the new Samsung 75" Smart TV, Better you waste your money than me!! lol At the end of the day, ITS A TV, not a down payment on a car.
AQUOS by Metal-Til-Death--Sykopny (Jun, 2012)The picture is crystal clear, and when watching a good quality HD channel or Blu-Ray, the picture is crystal clear with zero issues.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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70" -
Edge-lit LED -
Netflix -
access streaming content over the Internet -
2.18 -
built-in, 802.11n -
4 -
0.0061 cd/sq. m. -
2 -
1 -
1080i content is smoothly rendered at the TV's native resolution -
1 -
1
cons
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0 -
you'll have to go to the theater for 3D videos -
might be harder to access your digital photos, music and video -
39,008 g -
600 lines -
None
Reviews Word on the street
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 | Rated by 17 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by Metal-Til-Death--Sykopny (Jun, 2012) Rated 100% by by Brian-A.-Mousseau--powermonkey24 (Jul, 2012) Rated 80% by by K.-Rivel--Kman (Jan, 2013) |
Picture quality
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 100% by by Dime-Bolt (Oct, 2012)The picture is very "Sharp", and the colors are amazing.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 100% by by William-R.-Merton--Bill-M. (Mar, 2013)"What size is that?!?!" Of course, they compliment the picture quality, too.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 74% by by c|net (Mar, 2012)If you're comparing by content Sharp falls short of most major-name competitors, missing Hulu Plus, Amazon Instant and even Pandora and Napster (the latter two were available on 2011 Sharps).
Panel
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 74% by by c|net (Mar, 2012)The 640U is understated and compact for a large-screen TV.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 100% by by Neutralist (Feb, 2013)I've spent several hundred dollars buying the Sharp 3D glasses and spent some time watching 3D content, but I would've been just as happy with the LC70LE640U.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 74% by by c|net (Mar, 2012)Its interface is simple enough, consisting of a launcher strip across the bottom of the screen.
Sharpness
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 74% by by c|net (Mar, 2012)Navigating among the choices along the main top strip could be snappier, and I prefer overlays to Sharp's method of reducing the picture size to make room for its menus.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 100% by by Neutralist (Feb, 2013)After registering your TV on Sharp website, you will be given an option to purchase Sharp Extended service at a significant discount.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 100% by by Brian-A.-Mousseau--powermonkey24 (Jul, 2012)The images are very sharp and detailed as well.
Content
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 100% by by Brian-A.-Mousseau--powermonkey24 (Jul, 2012)Gaming is also a joy with no screen lag in game mode while playing fasted paced FPS games like MW3.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 100% by by Brian-A.-Mousseau--powermonkey24 (Jul, 2012)The TV can keep up with fast paced sports without pixelation or trailing images.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 100% by by K.-Butler (Oct, 2012)The images are great but I did switch the viewing mode to Gaming as I liked that better.
Apps
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 74% by by c|net (Mar, 2012)Higher-end models like the LC-LE745U series get a "full-screen" interface option with a couple more apps (Hulu Plus and Skype) and a web browser.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 80% by by W.-Warren (Dec, 2012)There's none of the nice user interface that the Plex apps generally have.
Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U 70" | Rated 100% by by M.-Hitesman (Dec, 2012)The Smart TV wireless is wonderful and Netflix streams ok over my crappy dsl connection.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) Most even colors after calibration Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) vs Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U |
 | 2 | Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series Highest contrast ratio Sony BRAVIA NX720 Series vs Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U |
 | 3 | Samsung 6400 Series Most accurate greens Samsung 6400 Series vs Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U |
 | 4 | Vizio E Series 5-way tie: Has Wi-Fi Vizio E Series vs Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U |
 | 5 | Vizio E601i-A3 2-way tie: Has a VESA mount Vizio E601i-A3 vs Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U |
 | 6 | JVC BC3002 Uses least power JVC BC3002 vs Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U |
 | 7 | Samsung 6000 Series (2012) 5-way tie: OK native resolution Samsung 6000 Series (2012) vs Sharp AQUOS LC-70LE640U |
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