- 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
Vizio XVT Series
- 55" 1080p LED-backlit
- 240 Hz
- Internet enabled
#2 in LCD Vizio TVs
Released June, 2010
Rated 80% by by Leo (Mar, 2012)The picture is amazing, the 5.1 sound through Optical is great, Pandora App is graphically appealing but does not let you browse by Genre, and the Blockbuster app won't connect at all, but NetFlix and Amazon apps work great for movies.
Conclusion Check out the Vizio XVT Series
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Vizio XVT Series
55”
LED-backlit
Rated 80% by by Tracy (Aug, 2011)The picture is awesome and I LOVE the remote's ability to control my apple tv (although the one downside of the remote is that it's not backlit and it should be).
size
55"
40"
42"
XVT Series by rod (Feb, 2011)The picture is the BEST, very EZ set up, screen perfect for me in size, and most of all.....my wife loves it!!!!!Buy one of this model from the many picture sizes available and you will be as happy as I am.
XVT Series by Big-Reader--Lynn-Las-Vegas (Aug, 2011)This is a great size TV if you are not into the really big ones, and would like a decent sized screen.
thickness
XVT Series by sbenisch (Jan, 2011)Perfect depth and variety and accuracy of colors, with the blacks being smooth and silky and deep.
XVT Series by Boraxman (Apr, 2011)The picture is excellent and the sound is decent for a TV this size and depth.
Performance Real world tests of Vizio XVT Series
power consumption
XVT Series by c|net (Aug, 2010)We did not test the power consumption of this size in the Vizio XVT3SV series, but we did test the 55-inch model.
XVT Series by Eric-R (Aug, 2011)The picture itself looks bright and crisp and there is no lag when playing intense video games.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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LED -
Amazon Instant Video, Hulu Plus, Netflix, VUDU -
backlight zones are selectively turned off to enhance the picture's contrast -
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access streaming content over the Internet -
1 Watt -
built-in, 802.11n -
keep an eye on two channels at once -
4 -
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240 Hz -
1
cons
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limited color calibration controls; might not display the best picture -
you'll have to go to the theater for 3D videos -
might be harder to access your digital photos, music and video -
55.88 mm -
55.88 mm -
35,017 g -
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None
Reviews Word on the street
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 | Rated by 895 users at amazon.com Rated 80% by by Ayush (May, 2011) Rated 100% by by Richard-Nash (Dec, 2010) Rated 80% by by ellenk (Feb, 2011) |
Panel
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Thad-Yates (Feb, 2011)I was not interested in 3d TV's after learning that it requires 3d glasses and the cost of the 3d glasses.
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by cheapskate (Jul, 2011)The colors are so vibrant and crisp that whatever is in focus seems to pop out of the foreground making the picture look almost 3D.
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Elgreco62 (Feb, 2012)It has a fantastic picture which is so vibrant and almost 3D looking because of the detail.
Picture quality
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by JMART (Jan, 2012)I am not a technically inclined so I won't give you any specification details, but the color on the TV is vivid and outstanding, with guests saying the same thing.
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 60% by by B.-YorkPicture is bright and crisp couldn't ask for better and it always has the correct brightness.
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 40% by by strattt65 (Feb, 2012)There is no comparison in terms of picture clarity, the Samsung is crystal clear while the Vizio is very, very fuzzy.
Content
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by T.-Ready (Jan, 2011)Internet connectivity is better and faster than my XBox and our internet-ready LG Blu Ray player - a delightful surprise.
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 80% by by DG (Nov, 2011)Great picture and the 120 HZ is great for action movies and sports.
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Eric-R (Aug, 2011)This means you can connect to a bluray player or even an xbox 360!!! I have both and it works flawlessly.
Apps
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Joshua--Joshers (Dec, 2011)Was extremely happy with the price of this TV even without the apps it has, but the apps are great.
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Anthony-E.-Tetreault--tonyzany (Jun, 2011)The television has incredible, color, features, Internet apps etc..
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by holymosy (Apr, 2011)This Vizio has a great picture and sound and we really do enjoy watching Netflix, Amazon on demand.
Remote
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Squid (Feb, 2011)Overall it is Very impressive to watch and easy to setup to the internet, expecially with it's unique remote control with key board!
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 80% by by slinkywizard (May, 2011)The TV remote syncs to my DVD player so I can use one remote for both devices.
Vizio XVT Series 55" | Rated 100% by by Rene-E.-Borroto (Nov, 2010)It has a beautiful picture and an awesome keyboard remote.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Vizio M Series 6-way tie: More HDMI ports M Series 47" vs XVT Series 55" |
 | 2 | Sharp AQUOS 830 Series Biggest screen Sharp AQUOS 830 Series vs Vizio XVT Series |
 | 3 | Sony BRAVIA EX523 Series Highest contrast ratio Sony BRAVIA EX523 Series vs Vizio XVT Series |
 | 4 | Sony NSX Series Most USB ports Sony NSX Series vs Vizio XVT Series |
 | 5 | Vizio E Series 4-way tie: Has Wi-Fi E Series 47" vs XVT Series 55" |
 | 7 | Panasonic VIERA U50 2-way tie: Has CEC Panasonic VIERA U50 vs Vizio XVT Series |
 | 8 | Sony HX750 Supports 3D Sony HX750 vs Vizio XVT Series |
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Editions Editions of the Vizio XVT Series
| Price | Edition | Power consumption | Thickness | Size | Manufacturer code | Compare | ||||
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 | | 176 Watts | 255 mm | 47" | XVT472SV | | ||||
 | | 146 Watts | 76 mm | 42" | XVT423SV | | ||||
 | | 74 Watts | 51 mm | 37" | XVT373SV | | ||||
 | | 74 Watts | 51 mm | 32" | XVT323SV | | ||||
 | | 1 Watt | 76 mm | 47" | XVT473SV | | ||||
 | | 1 Watt | 76 mm | 55" | XVT553SV | | ||||
