Magnavox 13MDTD20
Score: 65/100
Westinghouse WD24HX1201
Score: 54/100Rankings
The Magnavox 13MDTD20 is a 13-inch CRT TV with an integrated DVD player, offering a nostalgic 720p picture and solid durability for retro-gaming or secondary-room use. Its lack of digital tuners, HDMI, and modern smart features, plus its weight, limit its appeal for contemporary primary-room viewing.
The Westinghouse 24-inch HD LED TV is a basic, non-smart set with solid connectivity options and low power draw, suited for secondary-room or dorm use. Its low resolution, weak audio and lack of network features keep it from competing with more feature-rich models.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
13 inches | 23.6 inchesbest | |
— | 60 Hzbest | |
— | 3best | |
— | 1best | |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 28 Wbest |
— | 180 nitsbest | |
— | 6 Wbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(3) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 13 inches | 23.6 inches |
Resolution | 1280x720 | 1366x768 |
Panel Type | CRT | LED |
Professional reviewers highlighted the sharp CRT picture, dependable DVD playback and digital audio output, but criticized the lack of a digital tuner and the unit's weight, limiting its appeal for cord-cutters and true portable use.
Everyday users love the durability and suitability for retro gaming, noting many units still work after years, but complain about missing remote, heavy chassis and inability to receive digital OTA channels.
Professional reviewers note that the Westinghouse model is functional and low-power but suffers from narrow viewing angles, washed-out blacks and a resolution that falls short of Full HD.
Everyday users appreciate the easy setup and compact size, but complain about weak speakers, poor black levels and the absence of built-in smart features.
“Users appreciate the durability and longevity of the unit-many report units still functioning after 15+ years”
“Excellent for retro gaming: the A/V input and low input lag make it ideal for NES, SNES, PlayStation 2, and other classic consoles”
“The volume is terrible - had to buy external speakers right away.”
