- 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
Toshiba TL515
- 47" 1080p LED-backlit
- 3D 240 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released February, 2011
Rated 69% by by c|net (Jul, 2011)We appreciated that Netflix and Vudu allows adjustment of most picture parameters, although fine color temperature is excluded.
Conclusion Check out the Toshiba TL515
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Toshiba TL515
47”
LED-backlit
Rated 80% by by Matt-S. (Jul, 2011)Plenty of connectivity options, Netflix works great, love the ability to connect to other computers on my network and play videos and movies.
size
47"
60"
37"
TL515 by R (Dec, 2011)What more can be said after the title... The screen size (42') is in truth much larger than it sounds.
thickness
TL515 by Christian-M.-Mericle--Computer-Geek (Feb, 2012)* Toshiba has better aesthetics (TV is very thin, frame finish is nice, chrome accents are attractive, base of pedestal is glass).
TL515 by Matt-S. (Jul, 2011)The sound is pretty good for such a thin TV, as expected bass is lacking.
Performance Real world tests of Toshiba TL515
power consumption
TL515 by c|net (Jul, 2011)We did not test the power consumption of this size in the Toshiba TL515U series, but we did test the 47-inch model.
TL515 by B.H. (Mar, 2012)Even using the "Smooth" setting on the Film Stabilization Menu, games were smooth and lag free.
black levels
TL515 by Maverik (Dec, 2011)The Black levels are amazing, color is perfect, all in all, an incredible picture.
TL515 by c|net (Jul, 2011)When we set static gamma to reveal full shadow detail (about 8), the bright part of the image washed out; when we lowered it to zero, shadow detail was crushed.
contrast ratio
TL515 by Christian-M.-Mericle--Computer-Geek (Feb, 2012)* Toshiba has much better picture quality (color, deepness of black levels, contrast, clarity, and evenness of backlighting).
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Edge-lit LED -
Netflix, VUDU, YouTube -
Pandora -
Facebook, Twitter -
AVCHD, MPEG2, MPEG4 -
AAC, LPCM, MP3 -
JPEG -
video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room -
0.1521/0.06 -
HDMI CEC -
backlight zones are selectively turned off to enhance the picture's contrast -
enjoy realistic 3D videos at home -
access streaming content over the Internet -
2 -
easier to share and enjoy your digital photos, music and video -
built-in, 802.11n -
0.3045/0.61 -
90 Watts -
4 -
0.0069 cd/sq. m. -
2 -
1 -
1080i content is smoothly rendered at the TV's native resolution -
1 -
1,200 lines -
400 mm x 400 mm -
240 Hz -
1 -
1 -
36 mm
cons
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2.57 -
15.33 -
0.6488/0.33 -
74.8%
Reviews Word on the street
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 | Rated by 149 users at amazon.com Rated 80% by by Travis-J.-Bailey--Travis Rated 100% by by don_juan (Nov, 2011) Rated 80% by by Karnage75 (Feb, 2012) |
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Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by Marty-Cloran (Dec, 2011)The 3D is amazing and the 2D to 3D conversion works better than we had expected although not as good as native 3D.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by Nam-Hoang (Dec, 2011)The passive 3D technology that convert any 2D TV show, movie on DVD, and Netflix into 3D works really well.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 80% by by Christian-M.-Mericle--Computer-Geek (Feb, 2012)I have not yet used full 3D since I haven't connected a 3D Blu-ray player, but the 2D-to-3D conversion adds a nice amount of depth to the picture.
3d
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by tang32 (Jan, 2012)I bought this TV about a week ago and it is perfect for me love everything some short comings the auto dimming switches alot sometimes during daylight times but not bad and I wish there were more apps for the internet but really good picture and the the 3D is good I havent yet watched a 3D Movie if you just watch it on regular movies it adds depth but thats about it so I cant wait to watch a 3D movie... I love It.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 20% by by blondeslover (Mar, 2012)& really cool, switching what ever you are viewing on the TV screen from 2d to 3d feature is really cool but not all that great, at least I had lots of fun with it; I remember watching some show about marine life in the ocean using the 2d to 3d - I had a great time experiencing it, I really like it.4 pairs of glasses for the 3d stuff.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by pdxtodd (Feb, 2012)the Passive 3d is just fine, and the 2d to 3d conversion is enjoyable, but I doubt we'll use it much.
Content
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 60% by by D-St (Nov, 2011)I play fighting games, so every ms counts, in gaming mode I was doing almost just as good as with my old monitor.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 60% by by D.-Huynh (Jan, 2012)Connected to the ps3, it looks good and games play flawless without lag.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by B.H. (Mar, 2012)I would however recommend setting Film Stabilization to "Standard" while playing timing-sensitive games (First Person Shooters, Rock Band, Fighting games, etc.).
Picture quality
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by Nam-Hoang (Dec, 2011)The color is crisp and sound quality is good, but I hooked it up to my surround sound system speakers.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by Gernsheim1 (Jan, 2012)I purchased the 42" Toshiba LED TV a little over a month now and everyone in my house is still enjoying it's crystal clear picture, ease of use, and quick access to the net.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by Jeff (Feb, 2012)The 2D picture is amazing colors look crisp and blacks are dark.
Movies
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 40% by by spgillisHD channels, Blu-ray movies and PS3 display a very clear, quality picture but it is identical to my considerably cheaper and older RCA.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by Mike (May, 2012)Of course I was looking for the best sound system for the money and the best Blu-ray player for the money.
Toshiba TL515 47" | Rated 100% by by don_juan (Nov, 2011)I mostly use this for my ps3 MW3 Fifa 11 Gran Turismo 5, blu ray movies and am %100 satisfied with the picture quality.
Competition What else you should consider
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 | 3 | Panasonic VIERA ST30 Most even colors at default settings Panasonic VIERA ST30 vs Toshiba TL515 |
 | 4 | Panasonic VIERA E3 Uses least power Panasonic VIERA E3 vs Toshiba TL515 |
 | 5 | Panasonic VIERA X3 Rated the best by consumers Panasonic VIERA X3 vs Toshiba TL515 |
 | 6 | Samsung 6500 Series Biggest screen Samsung 6500 Series vs Toshiba TL515 |
 | 7 | LG LS5700 2-way tie: Supports picture-in-picture LG LS5700 vs Toshiba TL515 |
 | 8 | Sony BRAVIA VE5 Series 2-way tie: OK component A/V inputs Sony BRAVIA VE5 Series vs Toshiba TL515 |
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Editions Editions of the Toshiba TL515
| Price | Edition | Size | Black level | CEC | Manufacturer code | Compare | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | | 32" | 0.47 cd/sq. m. | HDMI CEC | 32TL515 | | ||||
 | | 42" | 0.0069 cd/sq. m. | None | 42TL515 | | ||||
 | | 47" | 0.0069 cd/sq. m. | HDMI CEC | 47TL515 | | ||||
 | | 55" | 0.0069 cd/sq. m. | HDMI CEC | 55TL515 | | ||||
