If you are looking for a TV best suited for your needs, there are several things you should consider. Firstly, you must decide on the general type of TV: LCD, or Plasma. Both of those types use vastly different methods of projecting your image, and have distinct advantages and drawbacks.
The best Plasma HDTVs are known for their excellent contrast, quality of projected color and excellent motion tracking. Lcds, on the other hand, are much more energy efficient and do not run a risk of screen burn.
Once you have chosen Lcd or Plasma, consider size: bigger is not always better. Certain smaller Tvs outperform their larger counterparts as size is not a good indicator of overall quality. Your best bet would be comparing image quality directly, and taking some time to read reviews on your chosen model of Tv. Also keep in mind that as a rule, plasma tvs come in larger sizes then their lcd competitors.
Another question you must answer before settling on your tv of choice is where you would put it. Fortunately, today’s tvs can fit just about anywhere, from the floor to the wall and everywhere in between. If floor space is at a premium you would have to look for tv brackets to hang from first, though. If you have space on the floor, you might want to look into the many varieties of tv stands available, to give your tv the best possible base and contribute positively to your room’s decor.
Once you are set on the type, size and disposition of your tv, consider price next. The most high quality tvs today can be rather expensive, and you would no doubt want to save as much money as possible while still getting the picture quality and size you are looking for. To that end, online shopping is your best bet as a rule. Online stores can offer much greater discounts on tvs and accessories as they are less expensive to operate; also, you can compare prices and quality among multiple online stores easily and all from the comfort of your home, saving you time and money, as well as keeping you well appraised of upcoming sales and the current state of the tv market.
To save even more money, you might want to consider visiting online auctions dealing in part in Tvs for even better deals, though you may wish to restrict your inquiries to more well established and reputable sellers. Since you are buying a pre owned product, take some time to inspect your purchase before parting completely with your money.