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Philips 55PFL5706

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The Philips 55PFL5706 is worth checking out if you want a smart TV for less.Read more
PFL5706/F7 PhilipsRead more
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Pros

  • clean and easy to navigate
  • Philips has a good viewing angle for an LCD
  • The menu interface is easy on the eyes and simple to use

Cons

  • unresponsive remote
  • of the colors peak early
  • cheap-feeling plastic
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Key specs

  • Flat
  • 55 in
  • 1920, 1080 px
  • 120 Hz
  • no
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Philips 55PFL5706 - Pros & Cons

Philips 55PFL5706

Pros

  • clean and easy to navigate
  • Philips has a good viewing angle for an LCD
  • The menu interface is easy on the eyes and simple to use
  • viewing angle
  • audio
  • and menu interface are good
  • Bright-screen uniformity was fine

Cons

  • unresponsive remote
  • of the colors peak early
  • cheap-feeling plastic
  • The bezel around the screen looks like it could be pulled off if
  • Backing out of apps was also annoying
  • poor color decoding and grayscale
  • inaccurate color
  • lighter black levels
  • and poor video processing
  • lack of a dedicated backlight control
  • missed having picture controls for the video services

Philips 55PFL5706 - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
55 in
Best:
Axen 8682442100917
Screen size: 123 in
IconRefresh rate
120 Hz
Best:
Panasonic TC-P55VT60
Refresh rate: 3000 Hz
IconResolution
1920 x 1080 px
Best:
Samsung QE82Q800TATXXU
Resolution: 7680 x 7320 px

Philips 55PFL5706 - Full Specifications

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Display
Panel designFlat
Screen size55.0 in
Resolution1920 x 1080 px
Refresh rate120.0 Hz
Dynamic Contrast Ratio5,000:1
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Features
Smart Tvno
Parental controlyes
Sleep timeryes
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Connectivity
HDMI portyes
Number of HDMI ports4
Composite port inyes
Number of composite Inputs2
VGA portyes
Digital coaxial portyes
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Body without stand
Height31.37 in
Width51.65 in
Weight58.0 lb
Depth4.33 in
Colour of productBlack
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Viewing distance
Optimal88.0 in
Minimum66.0 in
Maximum138.0 in
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3d technology
3D Supportno
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Network
DLNAyes
Ethernetyes
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Philips 55PFL5706 - Q&A (2)

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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    What are consumers' opinions of Philips TVs?
    carli
    over 1 year ago
    I have had my Philips TV for a few years and I have never had any problems with it.
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    Productz
    over 1 year ago
    Can I watch Netflix on 55PFL5706
    fransisca
    over 1 year ago
    Here are a few ways to determine if you can watch Netflix on your TV: Determine if your TV is a smart TV: Look at the specifications or manual for your TV to see if it has internet connectivity and the ability to access and run streaming apps like Netflix. Check for a Netflix app: If your TV is a smart TV, look for a Netflix app on the TV's home screen or app store. You can also check the manufacturer's website or the TV's manual to see if Netflix is listed as a supported app. Use a streaming device: If your TV is not a smart TV, you can use a separate device like a streaming stick, set-top box, or Blu-ray player with built-in streaming capabilities to access Netflix and other streaming services. To watch Netflix on your TV, you will also need a stable internet connection and a Netflix subscription. Once you have these, you can set up your TV or streaming device and start watching Netflix on your TV.
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Philips 55PFL5706 Philips - Editorial Reviews (2)

Philips 55PFL5706 Philips 55PFL5706/F7 LCD TV Review
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Published: 31.07.2012
Philips 55PFL5706/F7 LCD TV Review

The Philips 55PFL5706 is worth checking out if you want a smart TV for less.

By Josh Fields
8 minute read
Philips 55PFL5706 PFL5706/F7 Philips
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Published: 14.07.2011
PFL5706/F7 Philips

PFL5706/F7 Philips

By David Katzmaier
16 minute read

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