I am going to by a TV, it is better a plasma or a LCD?

Answer 1

Both have their good and bad points. There is no "better" only compromises.

http://www.audioholics.com/education/display-formats-technology/display-technologies-guide-lcd-plasma-dlp-lcos-d-ila-crt/display-technologies-guide-lcd-plasma-dlp-lcos-d-ila-crt-page-11

http://www.tomshardware.com/2005/03/09/lcd_or_plasma_/

Answer 2

LCD flatscreens are a lot lighter than Plasma TVs which weigh over a 100 lbs. Nevertheless, LCD flatscreens may have limited viewing angles and can suffer from dead pixels. While Plasma TVs are very suspectible to ghosting which is the result of having a fixed image inadvertently left on the screen for a long period of time. This fixed image will literally remain as a ghost image backgrounded to the screen. Usually the solution is to install a floating screen savers which is activated when the screen is not active.

And then there are rear projection LCD's and DLP's which use mirror panels and color wheels to filter and project a very large screen image [ranging from 65" to 72" diagonally measured]. The major concern is replacement cost of lamps which usually cost between $200 - $300 and last any number of hours depending on how the TV is shut off. Failing to properly shut down either LCD or DLP units which involves leaving on the main fan running for some 20 minutes -- will result in early failure of projection lamps. And there's the added concern regarding the use of "organic" material which make up the LCD panels/mirrors and usually causes the blue panel to fade over a period of time. So you may have to look forward to purchasing a new LCD projection TV. But getting back to DLP projection TV, there is the issue of viewers seeing the dreaded "rainbow effect" which are color flashes appear in highly contrasty dark scenes. Their sighting can cause headaches and is quite annoying to the viewers. And a possible cure is to choose a color wheel which operates faster than 3X; say 4X which seems to be the threshold speed that virtually eliminates the rainbow effect.

And finally, we should also consider the "ultimate, best" TV technology: "Front Projection."

You may well want to check out another technology: DLP front projection which produces a movie-like experience of HD television, DVDs, videos and games. And according to Consumer Reports, "front projection has a superior image -- better than CRT's, LCDs or plasma."

Check out the reviews for a "92" DLP generated [front projection] TV image at amazon.com by submitting the search query: "Infocus SP4805." There are any number of customer submitted pictures of projected HDTV image(s) along with other high-quality regular DVD-movie images projected on bare white wall surfaces. And the price for a refurbished ScreenPlay 4805 is about $550 with lamps costing around $330 which will last around 4,000 hours. Also check out various reviews at Consumer Reports [November 2005 & December 2006] in which front projection is rated "superior" to plasma, lcd.

Good luck!

Answer 3

It depends on where you are putting the tv. Lighting in the room is important. LCD's are more versatile. Newer Plasmas do not have as much "burn in" issues, however, if you are planning to hook up a gaming system to the TV, get a LCD. Plasmas will get the burn in if you have repetitive screens, like games do. Best Buy offers consultations at the locations with Magnolia Hi Fi in them. I don't know where you live, but just go check them out.

Answer 4

Both are great wall mountable technologies!

Plasma; Lifespan 60,000 hours, Heavy, Reflective screen, Better,sharper, more vivid image, burn in potential if static image is left on too long. More fragile.

LCD; Lifespan 60,000 hours, Light weight, non-reflective screen, still an amazing picture, motion blurr , image retention potential (kinda like burn in),

Note: The lifespan is for the display PDP Panel itself not the electronics; meaning buying a quality unit will ensure a good product; reliable.

Reliable Brands;
Sony#1
Toshiba#2
Mitsubishi#2.5
Panasonic
Hitachi
Pioneer#1 (in Plasma)


Unreliable Brands;
Samsung
Philips/Magnavox
All Walmart Products
Insignia
Apex
Vizio

Answer 5

Both have good and bad sides. Plasma have possibility for burn out. But I rather get my first one by paying less and try it out at Philips outlet. Otherwise go to circuit city and discuss with the HDTV sales folks and then purchase the TV online or at Cosco

http://www.mandrekar.com/item3.php?mid=69

Answer 6

hello dear, my i suggest you to go to the Q&A at cnet.com
or best yet you can read up on all LCD's vs plasma por's and con's at pcworld.com these are two of the best sites for all electronics. ..hey maybe they'll give me a price break for the ad..ha..ha.. good luck, Jake C

Answer 7

check out "dlp hdtv 1080p...just as clear as plasma or lcd and very very competitive to both. was just quoted 50" dlp 1080p for around $1389 delivered.check out lcd and plasma prices.

Answer 8

LCD not plasma, they burn out to easily

Answer 9

I think plasma is not up to standards and can "burn" images in your TV screen. Ask your local dealer to give you information on both and if he/she won't then you know your answer.