Best Plasma TV Overall
Plasma TVs deliver great bang for the buck, offering deeper black levels than comparable LCDs at a lower cost. Plasmas are very attractive and newer models feature anti-glare technology that improves viewing performance in brightly lit rooms. Here’s our picks for the top plasma TVs overall, factoring in features, performance, and value. Image quality is largely based upon on black level performance, color accuracy, and grayscale (color temperature) accuracy. One downside to plasmas that should be noted is that they are less energy efficienct than comparable LCD TVs.
Panasonic VIERA TC-P50G10 50" Plasma TV
Why it's best: This HDTV offers outstanding picture quality, largely due to its excellent black level performance. Additionally, the THX mode automatically adjusts picture settings for optimal viewing, delivering extremely accurate color temperature (grayscale) and primary colors. However,... learn more
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Panasonic VIERA TC-P50V10 50" Plasma TV
Why it's a best pick: The Panasonic TC-P50V10 performs even better than the highly acclaimed TC-P50G10, making it one of the best – if not the best – performing HDTVs on the market. This sleek plasma TV offers exceptional picture quality with extremely deep black levels, accurate colo... learn more
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Panasonic Viera TH-58PZ800U 58" Plasma TV
Why it's a best pick: This massive 58" plasma performs on par with the best Plasmas on the market today but costs much less. Exceptional picture quality, with 1080p resolution, deep black levels, and accurate color reproduction. Its THX mode calibrates settings in seconds, and brings movie t... learn more
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Samsung PN50B650 50" Plasma TV
Why it's a best pick: The Samsung PNB650 50” plasma is a worthy alternative to Panasonic’s G10 or V10 series plasmas because of its excellent overall picture quality and nearly flawless color accuracy. While the Samsung can’t match the Panasonics when it comes to black level per... learn more
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Panasonic VIERA TC-P50X1 50" Plasma TV
Why it's a best pick: If you're looking to spend under $1000, the Panasonic TC-P50X1 is the best available option, offering great performance at an excellent price. This HDTV delivers very impressive black level performance that matches or exceeds many more expensive competitors. While the panel ... learn more
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Leave a CommentI like the Panasonic Viera TH-58PZ800U 58" Plasma TV, and woud probably upgrade to it as I had good experience with Panasonic.
Panasonic is killing the market right now it seems..I 've been shopping for a new flat screen and I have to agree, i think the viera is the one i will be purchasing.
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People tend to confuse terminology with regards to television let's take for example the ?plasma television?. Well technically there is no such thing as a plasma television what you are actually referring to is the display and actually a plasma display panel (PDP) is only one of several types of flat panel displays now commonly used for large TV sets or displays.
Technically, a plasma TV is the well-known integration of a PDP, tuner, power supply and the commonly requisite input ports such as HDMI, and are rated as class a or class b devices for use. So, technically, you're misinformed.
I agree with your main point - people are often confused by terminology.
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For the money, this is a very good TV. The picture is great, works well with ps3 for bluray.
I have seen this TV at a friend's home. It has a good picture but it is vastly overpriced. You don't need to buy a Panasonic at that price to get a great picture.
It is obvious that your ratings and web site are "Panasonic related".
Thanks for the feedback. You can definitely get a great picture from lower priced plasmas. The Panasonic PX80U series and Samsung A450 series both have great picture quality and can be purchased for around $1000 for the 50" and $700 for the 42". The Vizio 720p models have a very tough time competing because they simply don't perform as well and sell for around the same price.
If you do a side-by-side comparison between the Panasonic TH-50PZ800U and other plasmas, you'll see it is not only superior to lesser expensive units, but comes very close to the more expensive Pioneer Kuro, which is considered to be the best plasma TV money can buy. Its THX mode is also a major advantage because it allows you to achieve a professional-level calibration (color temp very close to 6500K, accurate primary colors, correct brigthness and contrast settings) without hiring a professional or messing around with complicated settings.
The new Vizio XVT-series plasma that will sell for $1600 looks like it will be a serious contender, and I'm looking forward to judging its picture quality and overall performance in person.