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Panasonic TC-P46G10

$949.00 to $1,503.00



If you demand the best from your viewing experience, the new G10 Series of Plasma HDTVs was created just for you. They boast cinema-quality movie reproduction, clear, smooth sports and gaming actioneven Web entertainment. All made possible by our Neo PDP technology, which delivers sharp, detailed images, deep blacks and remarkable brightness, and all with lower power consumption.Minimize

Manufacturer:Panasonic Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsSpeakersTechnical FeaturesDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNTC-P46G10
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Screen Size   46 inch
Contrast Ratio   40,000:1
Digital TV Standard   HDTV Television
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight64 lb.
Digital TV Standard   HDTV - HDTV receiver is integrated.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Built-in Tuner   ATSC • NTSC • QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Rear Input ConnectorsComposite x 1 • HDMI x 2 • Audio (RCA) x 1
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1 • HDMI x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 1
Speaker Power10 Watt
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Weight64 lb.
Family LinePanasonic VIERA


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Samsung PN58B550

$1,418.00 to $1,509.00



As much as we love plasmas' image quality here at CNET, there's no denying that they're power hogs . However, at CES 2009 we've seen several plasma manufacturers showing off new energy-efficient panels. Like Panasonic's NeoPDP plasmas, the Samsung PNB550 series of plasmas claim to consume nearly 50 percent less energy compared to past models. Here are the full details.Minimize

Manufacturer:Samsung Product MPNKey FeaturesCombo FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlScreen TextDimensionsWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPNPN58B550T2FXZA
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
LCD Response Time   0.001 ms
Screen Size   58 inch
Digital TV Standard   HDTV Television
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight84.7 lb.
Playable File FormatsJPEG
Digital TV Standard   HDTV - HDTV receiver is integrated.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   ATSC • NTSC • QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Rear Input ConnectorsComponent x 2 • HDMI x 3 • USB Port
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1 • HDMI x 1
Audio Type   Virtual Surround
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 15 Watt
Parental Control   V-Chip
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Standard
OSD LanguagesEnglish • French • Spanish
Width55.8 in.
Depth2.9 in.
Height34.1 in.
Weight84.7 lb.
Overall Warranty1 Year
Included AccessoriesRemote Control
UPC036725229334
Family LineSamsung PN


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LG 42PQ30

$600.00 to $1,037.00



The PQ30 Series uses advanced panel technology such as 600Hz Sub Field Driving for superior performance in an HD resolution display. HD performance, a robust feature set and energy savings make this series a standout.

Manufacturer:LG Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlScreen TextDimensionsWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPN42PQ30R
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
Screen Size   42 inch
Contrast Ratio   1,500:1
Display Resolution   1024 x 768 pixels
HDCP SupportWith HDCP Support
Weight50 lb.
Broadcast Format Supported   720p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   ATSC • NTSC • QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio14:9 Enhanced
Comb Filter   3DYC / 3D Digital
Display Resolution   1024 x 768 pixels
Brightness   1500 cd/m²
Adjustable Color Temperature   With Adjustable Color Temperature
Rear Input ConnectorsS-Video x 1 • Component x 2 • Composite x 1
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1
Rear Output ConnectorsOptical Digital
Audio Type   Virtual Surround
MTS Stereo   SAP / MTS Stereo
Audio Leveler   With Audio Leveler
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 10 Watt
Parental Control   V-Chip
Sleep Timer   With Sleep Timer
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Standard
OSD LanguagesEnglish • French • Spanish • Korean
Channel Labels   With Channel Labels
Width40.6 in.
Depth3.2 in.
Height25.9 in.
Weight50 lb.
Overall Warranty1 Year
Included AccessoriesRemote Control
UPC719192175211


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Samsung PN58C7000


Samsung's C7000 Series plasma flat panel HDTVs deliver stunning performance, unparalleled design, and several innovations that expand the HDTV experience with its 3D feature. Samsung's E3-Panel combined with our Clear Image Panel technology provides a stunning high contrast picture at any angle.


Panasonic TC-P65S1


Panasonic's VIERA S1 series Plasma HDTVs are perfect for sports and cinema-quality movies. The Neo PDP technology delivers sharp, detailed images, deep blacks and remarkable brightness, and all with lower power consumption.


Panasonic TC-P42G10


G10 Series Plasma HDTVs meet the high standards set by the Lucasfilm THX Certified Display Program, to faithfully recreate the visual ambience intended by the original movies creators. If you love movies and demand cinema-quality images in your home, this is the HDTV for you.


Samsung PN58B550


As much as we love plasmas' image quality here at CNET, there's no denying that they're power hogs . However, at CES 2009 we've seen several plasma manufacturers showing off new energy-efficient panels. Like Panasonic's NeoPDP plasmas, the Samsung PNB550 series of plasmas claim to consume nearly 50 percent less energy compared to past models. Here are the full details.Minimize