A clear sign Vizio has become a huge player in HDTVs is that virtually every TV they release gets a CNET review. The GV52L is no exception, as it gets a thorough review from HD guru David Katzmaier. Check out the excellent review.

He gives the television an average rating and points out that plasmas in similar price range deliver better picture quality (but not 1080p). As always, these reviews should be taken in context, as David reviews $6,000 HDTVs alongside consumer sets like Vizios. A helpful quote from Katzmaier comes from his review of a 50-inch Vizio plasma:

“As you can see by reading user opinions on CNET, most people who buy an HDTV, any HDTV, are thrilled with their purchase. They cite numerous reasons, but one of the most common, at least for buyers of Vizio TVs and other bargain brands, is value”

As you always get what you pay for. But sometimes you can make your dollar go a little farther, and HDTV sets like Vizio and Westinghouse are a good way to do that.