Plasma TV HDTVs
Plasma televisions offer excellent, cinematic high-definition quality at low, affordable prices. Don't be mistaken: plasma TVs are not old fashioned or obsolete. Videophiles consider them to be the superior HDTV technology in terms of image quality. Relative to LCD panels, they're heavier, draw more power, and can sometimes suffer from screen glare, but you simply can't beat the price on these big-screen plasma TVs.
TVs We Considered But Didn't Pick
62-Inch Plasma
Samsung PN63B550
| A | is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions. |
| B | is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look. |
| C | means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered. |
| D & F | indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets. |
Big Screen, Small Budget
Panasonic VIERA 50" Plasma 720p
| A | is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions. |
| B | is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look. |
| C | means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered. |
| D & F | indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets. |
42-inch Plasma
Panasonic TC-P42G10
| A | is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions. |
| B | is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look. |
| C | means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered. |
| D & F | indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets. |
Panasonic TC-P46G10
| A | is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions. |
| B | is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look. |
| C | means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered. |
| D & F | indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets. |
Panasonic TC-P50G10
| A | is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions. |
| B | is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look. |
| C | means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered. |
| D & F | indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets. |
LG 60PS80
| A | is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions. |
| B | is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look. |
| C | means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered. |
| D & F | indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets. |
LG 50PS80
| A | is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions. |
| B | is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look. |
| C | means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered. |
| D & F | indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets. |
50-inch Plasma
Samsung PN50A450
| A | is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions. |
| B | is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look. |
| C | means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered. |
| D & F | indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets. |
Panasonic TC-P54Z1
| A | is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions. |
| B | is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look. |
| C | means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered. |
| D & F | indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets. |
