Direct-view cathode ray tube (CRT) Pros: Conventional set, but with a wider screen and higher resolution, making it less expensive and with a bright display. Cons: Weight and depth Screen sizes: 26 to 36 inches Price range: $400 to $2,000 Brand to watch: Toshiba. Other manufacturers turned to new technologies and stopped investing in CRT. Tip: Some HD-ready tube sets are not wide-screen. ««  »»