Products reviews

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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Samsung PN50C450

$719.00 to $800.00



The PN50C450 PDP flat panel HDTV by Samsung offers great value and features smartly wrapped in an attractive and accented "piano key black" cabinet.

Manufacturer:Samsung Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlDimensionsWarrantyMiscellaneous
MPNPN50C450
Flat Panel Type   Plasma TV
Aspect Ratio   Widescreen (16:9)
Broadcast Format Displayed   720p (HDTV) • 480p (EDTV) • 480i (SDTV)
LCD Response Time   0.001 ms
Screen Size   50 inch
Display Resolution   1386 x 768
Weight56.2 lb.
Broadcast Format Supported   720p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   ATSC • NTSC • QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio14:9 Enhanced
Display Resolution   1386 x 768
Audio Type   Virtual Surround
MTS Stereo   SAP / MTS Stereo
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 10 Watt
Parental Control   V-Chip
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Standard
Width47.3 in.
Depth2.7 in.
Height28.4 in.
Weight56.2 lb.
Overall Warranty1 Year
UPC36725233102
Family LineSamsung PN


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Panasonic TH-58PF12UK

$2,371.00 to $3,690.00



The Panasonic TH 58PF12UK 58" Widescreen Plasma 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.

Manufacturer:Panasonic Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlScreen TextDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNTH58PF12UK
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   58 inch
Contrast Ratio   40,000:1
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight105.8 lb.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   NTSC
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio14:9 Enhanced
Comb Filter   3DYC / 3D Digital
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Pixel Pitch   0.669 mm
Brightness   1400 cd/m²
Output Color16.9 million colors
Adjustable Color Temperature   With Adjustable Color Temperature
Audio Type   Stereo
Audio Leveler   With Audio Leveler
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 8 Watt
Picture in Picture   With PIP
Sleep Timer   With Sleep Timer
Remote Control   Standard
OSD LanguagesEnglish • German • French • Italian • Espanol
Width55.1 in.
Depth3.9 in.
Height33.2 in.
Weight105.8 lb.
Included AccessoriesRemote Control Batteries • Remote Control • Power Cord
UPC37988242825
Family LinePanasonic TH


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Panasonic TH-50PD12


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Samsung PN58C590


The Samsung PN58C590 58" 1080p Plasma HD starts pleasing the senses even before you power it up by simply being a beautiful object.


LG 50PS60C


When used in public areas, these HDTVs can be easily programmed by the installer to have the TV turn on at a specified channel/volume level, set the minimum/maximum volume, lock out the control panel/remote, set the aspect ratio, and return to a factory reset.


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.