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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Panasonic TC-P65V10

$2,719.00 to $3,999.00



Enjoy the Internet contents right on your TC-P65V10. With VIERA CAST technology, you can enjoy online content such as videos, photos, weather and stock information through an easy-to-use Web interface that's built into the TV. No extra equipment required.

Manufacturer:Panasonic Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityConnectorsAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesRemote ControlScreen TextDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNTCP65V10
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   65 inch
Contrast Ratio   40,000:1
Digital TV Standard   HDTV Television
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight134.5 lb.
Digital TV Standard   HDTV - HDTV receiver is integrated.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV) • 1080i (HDTV) • 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   1920 x 1080 pixels
Pixel Pitch   0.747 mm
Rear Input ConnectorsS-Video x 1 • Component x 2 • Composite x 2 • HDMI x 4 • RJ-45 x 1
Front Input ConnectorsComposite x 1 • HDMI x 1
Rear Output ConnectorsOptical Digital
Memory Card Slot   SD Card
Audio Type   Surround
Number of Speakers2 Speakers
Speaker Power2 x 20 Watt
Parental Control   V-Chip
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Remote Control   Standard
OSD LanguagesEnglish • French • Spanish
Closed Caption on Mute   With Closed Caption On Mute
Width61.9 in.
Depth3.9 in.
Height38 in.
Weight134.5 lb.
UPC37988242481
Family LinePanasonic VIERA


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Samsung PN58C590

$1,887.00 to $1,900.00



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

Manufacturer:Samsung Product MPNKey FeaturesDisplay CapabilitiesImage QualityAudio FeaturesSpeakersTechnical FeaturesDimensionsMiscellaneous
MPNPN58C590
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
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight84.7 lb.
Broadcast Format Supported   1080p (HDTV)
Built-in Tuner   QAM
Native Aspect Ratio   16:9
Interpolated Aspect Ratio14:9 Enhanced
Display Resolution   1920 x 1080 pixels
Audio Type   Virtual Surround
Speaker Power10 Watt
Energy Star Compliant   Energy Star Compliant
Weight84.7 lb.
UPC36725233409
Family LineSamsung PN


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Sony PFM-42V1

This 42 Plasma monitor is stylish and rugged. PFM42V1A/S is equipped with a WVGA panel (852 x 480 pixels), a 7W digital audio amplifier and picture and picture (1 video and 1 pc) capability.This is a 42 plasma display. This display is intended for high altitude use/locations. This display is available with a silver bezel only.Minimize


Panasonic TC-P42C2


Panasonic's 42-inch VIERA TC-P42C2 Plasma HDTV features a 720p high-definition resolution and 600Hz Sub-field Drive for superb motion clarity. This and other models in the C2 line offer Panasonic's VIERA Image Viewer feature, which enables you to play slideshows of JPEG images stored on SD memory cards.


Samsung PN63C7000


If you're looking for a home-theater, home-office, all around home-entertainment plasma package, Samsung's C7000 series will not disappoint. As a matter of fact, it can't possibly disappoint because that what it was built for.


Panasonic TC-P46S2


The Panasonic TC-P46S2 46" 1080p Plasma TV is the perfect size for a lot of people and a lot of rooms. It's big enough to be your main TV, especially if you have a medium-sized living room.