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Which HDTV is better (Toshiba 32RV525R or Sony Bravia KDL- 32S5100)?

I am planning to get a new TV and I am not sure which one is better or more worth it. Both of them are 1080p. Model BrandSONY SeriesBRAVIA ModelKDL-32S5100 Cabinet ColorBlack Display Screen Size32" Recommended Resolution1920 x 1080 Panel8-bit Panel Backlight SystemCCFL Aspect Ratio16:9 Viewing Angle178°(H) / 178°(V) Contrast Ratio3000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio30000:1 Connectivity Input Video CompatibilityPC Input: Analog RGB ATSC, NTSC, QAM Tuner 1080i/p, 720p, 480i/p HDTV CapabilityHDTV Tuner Inside ConnectorsAC Power Input: 1 (Rear) Analog Audio Input(s) (Total): 5 (2 Side, 3 Rear) Analog Audio Input(s) for HDMI: 1 (Rear) Audio Out: 1 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Input(s): 2 (Rear) (1 fixed/1 selectable) Composite Video Input(s): 2 (1 Side/1 Rear - selectable) Digital Audio Output(s): Optical Digital Output - 1 (Rear) HDMI Connection(s) (Total): 3 (2 Side, 1 Rear) HDMI PC Input (see owner's manual for supported timings) PC In (D-Sub) + Audio In (Stereo Mini): 1 (Side) (see owner's manual for supported timings) RF Connection Input(s): 1 (Rear) S-Video Input(s): 1 (Side) USB 1.1: 1 (Rear for Service Only) HDMI3 Power Power SupplyAC 120V, 60 Hz Power Consumption120 W Convenience Regulatory ApprovalsEnergy Star 3.0, VESA Built in Speakers2 x 10W FeaturesAlternate Audio (Digital) Audio Out: Fixed Auto Mute (on no signal) Auto SAP Digital Amplifier: Standard Dolby Digital (for broadcasting) SRS TruSurround XT Sound Mode: Clear Voice, Dynamic, Custom, Standard SteadySound Automatic Volume Control Stereo System: MTS 24p True Cinema Technology 3D Comb Filter 4:3 Default Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE) Auto Wide CineMotion Reverse 3:2 Pulldown Technology Game Mode Picture Mode: Vivid, Standard, Cinema, Custom Video Processing: BRAVIA Engine 2 Technology Wide Mode: Full, Normal, Wide Zoom, Zoom, Full Pixel Backlight Off Mode Dynamic Backlight Control Eco Settings Auto Shut-off BRAVIA Sync BRAVIA Sync Menu Button: (on Remote Control) Channel Block (with password) Channel Jump Channel Labels Channel Surf Control for HDMI (HDMI CEC) Edit Channel Labels Favorite Channel: Standard Favorites Menu: Graphic ID-1 Detection Info Banner: PSIP, XDS Input Skip: Manual Label Inputs Multiple Language Display: English, French, Spanish On-Screen Clock On/Off Timer Parental Control Picture Adjustments Lock Remote Control: RM-YD028 Show/Hide Channels Sleep Timer Start Up BRAVIA Logo Display Theatre Mode (Theatre Button) White Balance: RGB Gain/Bias BRAVIA Link Module support: DMX-DVD; DMX-WL1; DMX-SW1 Closed Captions (CC): Analog, Digital Hotel Mode Menu: External module On-Screen Display: Traditional Dimensions Dimensions31.5" x 23" x 9" with pedestal 31.5" x 21.13" x 3.63" without pedestal Weight28.9 lbs. with pedestal 26.3 lbs. without pedestal (specs from newegg) Model BrandTOSHIBA Model32RV525R Cabinet ColorBlack Display Screen Size32" Recommended Resolution1920 x 1080 PanelCinespeed LCD Panel Backlight SystemCCFL Aspect Ratio16:9 Viewing Angle176°(H) / 176°(V) Response Time8ms Connectivity Input Video CompatibilityPC Input: Analog RGB ATSC, NTSC, QAM Tuner 1080i/p, 720p, 480i/p HDTV CapabilityHDTV Tuner Inside ConnectorsHDMI v1.3 Digital Inputs: 3 ColorStream Component Video Inputs: 2 Front A/V / Rear A/V / Rear S-Video: 1 / 1 /1 High Res PC Input (S-XGA, 15 Pin, D-sub): 1 Analog Audio Out: Variable Dolby Digital Optical Out HDMI3 Convenience Regulatory ApprovalsENERGY STAR Built in SpeakersSpeaker System: Thin-Line FeaturesDynamic Backlight Control: DynaLight Video Processor: 10 Bit Video Scan Rate: 60Hz Cinema Mode 24fps: 3:2 Pull-Down TheaterWide Modes Color Temperature Control Native Mode Sound Enhancement: QSound Mute/Half Mute Auto Aspect Control Sleep Timer HDMI-CEC Gaming Mode Channel Browser Channel Labeling Input Labeling Logo Light On/Off Dimensions Dimensions31.68" x 22.85" x 9.15" with stand 31.68" x 21.02" x 3.39" without stand Weight27.2 lbs. Manufacturer Warranty Parts1 year limited Labor1 year limited

Public Comments

1. go for samsung
2. I've got the Sony Bravia. The quality is definitely worth the price.