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 MPN MPN | PN58B550T2FXZA | Key Features 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 | Weight | 84.7 lb. | Combo Features Playable File Formats | JPEG | Display Capabilities Digital TV Standard | HDTV - HDTV receiver is integrated. | Broadcast Format Supported | 1080p (HDTV) | Built-in Tuner | ATSC • NTSC • QAM | Native Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | Image Quality Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels | Connectors Rear Input Connectors | Component x 2 • HDMI x 3 • USB Port | Front Input Connectors | Composite x 1 • HDMI x 1 | Audio Features Audio Type | Virtual Surround | Speakers Number of Speakers | 2 Speakers | Speaker Power | 2 x 15 Watt | Technical Features Parental Control | V-Chip | Energy Star Compliant | Energy Star Compliant | Remote Control Remote Control | Standard | Screen Text OSD Languages | English • French • Spanish | Dimensions Width | 55.8 in. | Depth | 2.9 in. | Height | 34.1 in. | Weight | 84.7 lb. | Warranty Overall Warranty | 1 Year | Miscellaneous Included Accessories | Remote Control | UPC | 036725229334 | Family Line | Samsung 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 MPN MPN | 42PQ30R | Key Features 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 Support | With HDCP Support | Weight | 50 lb. | Display Capabilities Broadcast Format Supported | 720p (HDTV) | Built-in Tuner | ATSC • NTSC • QAM | Native Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | Interpolated Aspect Ratio | 14:9 Enhanced | Image Quality Comb Filter | 3DYC / 3D Digital | Display Resolution | 1024 x 768 pixels | Brightness | 1500 cd/m² | Adjustable Color Temperature | With Adjustable Color Temperature | Connectors Rear Input Connectors | S-Video x 1 • Component x 2 • Composite x 1 | Front Input Connectors | Composite x 1 | Rear Output Connectors | Optical Digital | Audio Features Audio Type | Virtual Surround | MTS Stereo | SAP / MTS Stereo | Audio Leveler | With Audio Leveler | Speakers Number of Speakers | 2 Speakers | Speaker Power | 2 x 10 Watt | Technical Features Parental Control | V-Chip | Sleep Timer | With Sleep Timer | Energy Star Compliant | Energy Star Compliant | Remote Control Remote Control | Standard | Screen Text OSD Languages | English • French • Spanish • Korean | Channel Labels | With Channel Labels | Dimensions Width | 40.6 in. | Depth | 3.2 in. | Height | 25.9 in. | Weight | 50 lb. | Warranty Overall Warranty | 1 Year | Miscellaneous Included Accessories | Remote Control | UPC | 719192175211 |
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| LG 60PG3000$2,900.00 to $3,800.00

This 60" screen offers high definition resolution for your favourite films and TV programmes, and uses 100 Hz scanning to reduce lag by calculating frames at 100 images per second, instead of 50 or 60. The 60PG3000 also comes with an XD Engine image enhancer and a digital comb filter, making graphics seem lifelike, as well as three HDMI sockets and two scart jacks for adding a multimedia hard drive, a DVD recorder or a games console.Minimize
Manufacturer:LG Product MPN MPN | 60PG30FC | Key Features Flat Panel Type | Plasma TV | Aspect Ratio | Widescreen (16:9) | Broadcast Format Displayed | 720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV) | Screen Size | 60 inch | Contrast Ratio | 20,000:1 | Digital TV Standard | HDTV-Ready Television | Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels | Weight | 91.93 lb. | Display Capabilities Digital TV Standard | HDTV-Ready - Requires separate receiver to view HDTV signals. | Broadcast Format Supported | 720p (HDTV) | Built-in Tuner | PAL | Native Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | Image Quality Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels | Brightness | 1500 cd/m² | Connectors Rear Input Connectors | Component x 1 • HDMI x 3 • Audio (RCA) x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 3 • 1 x D-Sub (RGB PC) • 21-pin SCART x 2 • Audio (Mini Jack) x 1 | Front Input Connectors | S-Video x 1 • Composite x 1 • Audio (RCA) x 3 | Audio Features Audio Type | Virtual Surround | Speakers Number of Speakers | 2 Speakers | Speaker Power | 2 x 10 Watt | Technical Features Parental Control | With Parental Control | Sleep Timer | With Sleep Timer | Remote Control Remote Control | Standard | Dimensions Width | 48.23 in. | Depth | 14.33 in. | Height | 31.1 in. | Weight | 91.93 lb. | Miscellaneous UPC | 719192173170 |
Tags:lg, 60pg3000,
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The Panasonic TC-P42G25 42" 1080p Plasma TV may be exactly what you're looking for. Its 42" diagonally measured screen straddles the line between midsize and large sets. If you'll be viewing it from about five to ten feet away you'll find you're close enough to enjoy a good-sized picture but far enough away that you can enjoy the image without noticing the individual pixels that create it.Minimize

The TH-65PF12UK display shares the same Panasonic plasma essentials as the 11-series 1080p model - superior image quality, flexible plug-in architecture, and world-class support - while adding some additional enhancements.

This Samsung PN58C550, with Mega Dynamic Contrast Ratio makes sure every frame is saturated with dense, rich color. Samsung is also ENERGY STAR compliant so you are assured that your 58 -inch plasma HDTV is helping the environment by using less enery while saving you money.

You’ll quickly feel like you’re a part of the action with the LG50PQ30 50” High Definition Plasma TV. The sheer size of this beauty will make you never want to leave its sight. An incredible 2,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio and 1365 x 768 resolution will enhance your visuals on-screen, providing superb high-quality definition. Plus, 600Hz Sub-field Driving Technology will take you to the heart of every speedy action with razor sharp clarity.You’ll be blown away by the clear substance and efficient performance the LG50PQ30 50” High Definition Plasma TV has to offer.Minimize