LG 42" TV

Below is a current list of LG TV models available in the 42" size. This list of models contains LCD, LED and 3D televisions, some models contain a full review by one or more of our editors that grades the TV on picture quality, features and value. Models that don't have a full review will have commentary about the features such as hertz rate, internet connectivity, energy saving features, connections and more. Specifications and pricing are also available.

Generally, the following LG model number series start with the most premium products and go down to the least expensive - the lower the model number the less features and price.

2011 LG Models

LG 42" 42LV5500
When we reviewed the 42" 42LV5500 this year we found it to be a television with a good quality picture and a strong feature set. Color performance was excellent and we enjoyed using the expansive online options with the motion sensitive "Magic Wand" remote.

LG 42" 42LV3700
The 42" 42LV3700 inlcudes most of the features of the LV5500 above but it is a 60Hz panel instead of 120Hz and though it has the Smart TV online feature it does not include the Magic Wand remote. In our review we didn't find the lack of 120Hz to be a large setback for this television.

LG 42" 42LK530
The 42" 42LK530 is what happens when LG takes the features of their higher end LED back lit models and puts them in a television with CCFL back lighting. Expect the same smooth picture with a little less brightness and more contrast falloff when viewed from angles. The full Smart TV internet suite is included.

LG 42" 42LK520
LG's 42" 42LK520 is the LK530 without the Smart TV online entertainment feature. It is the same panel, has the same look and the same picture features but entirely drops connectivity. If online features do not interest you the LK520 shoould be on your list of televisions to look at.

LG 42" 42LK450
Everyone is on the the latest and greatest 3D TVs and LED TVs, but dont underestimate some of these excellent little LCD TVs like the 42" 42LK450 for delivering the best value in the marketplace.

2010 LG Models

LG 42" 42LE7500
For 2010 LG brings us the local dimming LED backlit 42" 42LE7500. LG's TruLED local dimming technology will improve contrast and color performance when compared to traditionally backlit LCDs or edge lit LED televisions.

LG 42" 42LE5500
The new 42" 42LE5500 from LG brings local dimming LED backlighting to smaller sized TVs. The TruLED technology will enhance the performance of the 1080p LCD panel and LG's Picture Wizard will walk you through setting it up for optimum performance.