I'm looking to buy a new TV - less than 40" in size and I'm wondering which of the 3 types should I go for? Is HD worth the extra money and what exactly is the difference in LCD and Plasma in terms of viewing pleasure?
Thansk
2007-07-13 21:16:00 · 7 answers · asked by NB99 2 in Consumer Electronics ➔ TVs
ps - I am not particularly techie so don't need super advanced stuff. i just want a tv that's good to watch and won't need to be replaced next year....
2007-07-13 21:19:15 · update #1
LCD vs. PLASMA:
* LCD lasts up to twice as long as Plasma.
* LCD does not have "Burn In" issues as Plasma. This is where a shadow is permanently burnt into a spot where you continually display the same segment of an image like a "Stock Ticker" or Time for example.
* Plasma has the edge on contrast ratio measured before the anti-glare glass is added to the raw panels. As for all manufacturers be wary of their often misleading CR claims.
* LCD often has the blackest blacks.
* LCD models are available in higher screen resolutions.
* LCD is quieter and lighter.
* Plasma can be made in larger sizes, LCD Smaller.
* LCD can double as a computer monitor without "Burn-In".
* Plasma can have a wider viewing angle up to 180 degree vs. 170 for the latest LCD models.
* Plasma has had a faster pixel response time. New Sharp LCD models have "Quick Shoot technology" (<16ms = around 60hz on a PC monitor) Plasmas are around 16-25MS, so LCD has already caught up.
* LCD's use much lower voltages internally (12V) and generate much less heat, Plasmas (300V) often need a fan to dissipate the heat. Fans = Noise, Heat = more power consumption than LCD. LCD pixels don't need power to show black, Plasmas do.
* More heat (Plasma) = More problems.
The easiest way to shorten components life is to heat them then cool them.
* We have LCD watches because of LCD's low power consumption. LCD's use half the power of Plasmas.
2007-07-13 22:11:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
maximum lcd's and plasmas are extreme definition, so the question is extra between lcd and plasma. It relies upon on countless factors. Do you reside at a extreme elevation? Many plasmas won't paintings at extreme elevations. Does your room get lots of solar? Plasmas have a shinier demonstrate screen, which will reason lots of glare with lots of domicile windows. lcd's do not supply off as lots glare, so they do extra effective with gentle. My very own determination is lcd.
2016-10-21 05:56:16 · answer #2 · answered by cracchiolo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Plasma is the best but at nearly three times the price it's not worth it unless your building a high tech home theater system. For normal TV veiwing a LCD will be more than satisfactory. LCD's, like plasmas, are high-def televisions. So they are compatible with your favorite shows that are broadcast in high-def. Hope this helped. Have a good day.
2007-07-13 21:27:06 · answer #3 · answered by CrossTwnTraffic 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Less than 40"? LCD is the best choice. For a comparison, check this out: http://plasmatvbuyingguide.com/plasmatvreviews/plasma-vs-lcd.html
Is HD worth the money? If you don't get an HD set now, you will have to by Feb, 2009 when non digital broadcasts cease and there won't be much to watch except digital broadcasts.
2007-07-14 00:43:20 · answer #4 · answered by Mr. Peachy® 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
well plasma delivers the best picture. it has problems though. plasmas only last 10 years, and if u leave a solid image on it for a long time they can get burn-in, where the image burns on the screen and u cannot get it off. all theses tvs are HD. lcds do a good job with image quality, and they have a good black level. go with an lcd.
2007-07-14 04:04:38 · answer #5 · answered by Jake 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
LCD are the most problematic free , the technology has been around longer then the others.
2007-07-13 21:34:10 · answer #6 · answered by give me TRUTH 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
plasmas the best
2007-07-13 21:19:50 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋