Plasma vs. LCD

MTK · 07-25-2006, 11:46 PM

I've been doing some research on Plasma vs. LCD. I'd like to get a 32" Plasma or LCD. Just wondering what some recommended brands/models are.

Is there a huge difference between Plasma and LCD?

I've found a deal that looks pretty good:

Buy.com - Philips USA 32PF7320A Widescreen DCR LCD TV with Pixel Plus - 32PF7320A

Is Phillips junk? Seems to have good reviews overall on Amazon.

I'd love to get hooked up before football season. I don't want to break the bank either, budget of somewhere around $1000 - $1500.

saden1 · 07-26-2006, 02:23 AM

Plasma TVs have more vibrant colors and sharpness. They also don't suffer from flickering issues (annoying on older models). If that's not an issue for you go with LCD otherwise definitely go with Plasma.

As for Philips, I can't attest to their quality but I can for Panasonic. Their quality is top notch and you really do get a great bang for your buck.

Hail2theskins · 07-26-2006, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by saden1

They also don't suffer from flickering issues (annoying on older models).

I thought that was the whole appeal of LCD is that they dont flicker, such as with LCD computer screens, they dont flicker so they are better for your eyes

saden1 · 07-26-2006, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Hail2theskins

I thought that was the whole appeal of LCD is that they dont flicker, such as with LCD computer screens, they dont flicker so they are better for your eyes

I don't know about new LCDs but old LCDs had piss poor refresh rates (~30 hertz) and the higher the resolution the more noticeable it was. They also suffer from trailing artifacts when things are moving quickly.

MTK · 07-27-2006, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by saden1

I don't know about new LCDs but old LCDs had piss poor refresh rates (~30 hertz) and the higher the resolution the more noticeable it was. They also suffer from trailing artifacts when things are moving quickly.

Yeah that used to be the main issue with LCDs, I don't think it's as much of an issue anymore and it's only improving with the newer models.

BigSKINBauer · 07-26-2006, 02:30 AM

but don't plasmas get messed up really easy? Especially when watching sports and they got the ticker on the bottom like in the final four tourney and the bar above the ticker gets burned into the screen?

saden1 · 07-26-2006, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by BigSKINBauer

but don't plasmas get messed up really easy? Especially when watching sports and they got the ticker on the bottom like in the final four tourney and the bar above the ticker gets burned into the screen?

It depends on the quality of the TV. If you have an Apex Plasma or Whatever Brand TV, you get what you paid for. There are also instances where screens slip by QA and you have a defective product on your hands. The omen is on you to make sure the TV doesn't have artifacts. If it does return the sucker and try again.

BigSKINBauer · 07-26-2006, 03:11 AM

sadly i won't have that problem in my dorm. I do think my friend is bringing a small LCD though. For football games I am going to come home and watch them in my uncle's 10 person movie theater room, or atleast thats the plan, i think i won't want to make the trip. I watched the redskins cowboys games in there last week and it was amazing.

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That Guy · 07-26-2006, 06:20 AM

plasma is better. some LCDs still look bad for fast motion or huge screen sizes, though they're MUCH better than they were 5 years ago. DLP is also good, but make sure you go in and look at the thing before you buy it (old DLPs were WAY too dark).

plasmas do end up dimming after 10 years (less if you watch them a ton), but they have no real drawbacks besides that. philips is a good electronics company and when i visit costco they seem to be fine. for 1500$ you can get a decent 42" too.

summary: I vote plasma

TheMalcolmConnection · 07-26-2006, 08:29 AM

But who wants to replace a $5000 TV after 10 years?

Schneed10 · 07-26-2006, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

I've been doing some research on Plasma vs. LCD. I'd like to get a 32" Plasma or LCD. Just wondering what some recommended brands/models are.

Is there a huge difference between Plasma and LCD?

I've found a deal that looks pretty good:

Buy.com - Philips USA 32PF7320A Widescreen DCR LCD TV with Pixel Plus - 32PF7320A

Is Phillips junk? Seems to have good reviews overall on Amazon.

I'd love to get hooked up before football season. I don't want to break the bank either, budget of somewhere around $1000 - $1500.

I'm looking at Consumer Reports, and I can tell you that Phillips does not rate very well. Sony dominates the top of their charts in the LCD group, with Sharp and Panasonic also representing themselves very well.

724Skinsfan · 07-26-2006, 09:12 AM

IF your looking for best overall value I think best bang for the buck right now are LCD projection tv's.

cpayne5 · 07-26-2006, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by 724Skinsfan

IF your looking for best overall value I think best bang for the buck right now are LCD projection tv's.

That's what I'm leaning towards at the moment.

EXoffender · 07-26-2006, 03:42 PM

The Phillips TVs I've seen all have wickedly reflective screens. Go with Panasonic.

EEich · 07-26-2006, 09:14 AM

The lead tech guy here at ESPN was recently asked what he'd buy for his home... he replied that he really liked the Samsung DLP products.
I also hear good things about the Panasonic and Toshiba stuff.

07-25-2006, 11:46 PM	#1
MTK \m/ Join Date: Feb 2004 Age: 52 Posts: 99,832	Plasma vs. LCD I've been doing some research on Plasma vs. LCD. I'd like to get a 32" Plasma or LCD. Just wondering what some recommended brands/models are. Is there a huge difference between Plasma and LCD? I've found a deal that looks pretty good: Buy.com - Philips USA 32PF7320A Widescreen DCR LCD TV with Pixel Plus - 32PF7320A Is Phillips junk? Seems to have good reviews overall on Amazon. I'd love to get hooked up before football season. I don't want to break the bank either, budget of somewhere around $1000 - $1500. __________________ Support The Warpath! \| Warpath Shop

07-26-2006, 02:23 AM	#2
saden1 MVP Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Seattle Age: 46 Posts: 10,069	Re: Plasma vs. LCD Plasma TVs have more vibrant colors and sharpness. They also don't suffer from flickering issues (annoying on older models). If that's not an issue for you go with LCD otherwise definitely go with Plasma. As for Philips, I can't attest to their quality but I can for Panasonic. Their quality is top notch and you really do get a great bang for your buck. __________________ "The Redskins have always suffered from chronic organizational deformities under Snyder." -Jenkins

07-26-2006, 02:30 AM	#6
BigSKINBauer Pro Bowl Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Washington, DC Age: 37 Posts: 5,688	Re: Plasma vs. LCD but don't plasmas get messed up really easy? Especially when watching sports and they got the ticker on the bottom like in the final four tourney and the bar above the ticker gets burned into the screen?

07-26-2006, 03:11 AM	#8
BigSKINBauer Pro Bowl Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Washington, DC Age: 37 Posts: 5,688	Re: Plasma vs. LCD sadly i won't have that problem in my dorm. I do think my friend is bringing a small LCD though. For football games I am going to come home and watch them in my uncle's 10 person movie theater room, or atleast thats the plan, i think i won't want to make the trip. I watched the redskins cowboys games in there last week and it was amazing. here is something cool btw Got earphones, but what about eyephones? \| News.blog \| CNET News.com

07-26-2006, 06:20 AM	#9
That Guy Living Legend Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: VA Age: 42 Posts: 17,620	Re: Plasma vs. LCD plasma is better. some LCDs still look bad for fast motion or huge screen sizes, though they're MUCH better than they were 5 years ago. DLP is also good, but make sure you go in and look at the thing before you buy it (old DLPs were WAY too dark). plasmas do end up dimming after 10 years (less if you watch them a ton), but they have no real drawbacks besides that. philips is a good electronics company and when i visit costco they seem to be fine. for 1500$ you can get a decent 42" too. summary: I vote plasma

07-26-2006, 08:29 AM	#10
TheMalcolmConnection I like big (_\|_)s. Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Charlottesville, Virginia Age: 43 Posts: 19,264	Re: Plasma vs. LCD But who wants to replace a $5000 TV after 10 years? __________________ Regret nothing. At one time it was exactly what you wanted.

07-26-2006, 09:12 AM	#12
724Skinsfan Playmaker Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Roanoke, VA Posts: 3,508	Re: Plasma vs. LCD IF your looking for best overall value I think best bang for the buck right now are LCD projection tv's. __________________ "I hope I'm getting better. I hope you haven't seen my best." - Jim Zorn

07-26-2006, 03:42 PM	#14
EXoffender The Starter Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Norfolk, Va Posts: 1,046	Re: Plasma vs. LCD The Phillips TVs I've seen all have wickedly reflective screens. Go with Panasonic.

07-26-2006, 09:14 AM	#15
EEich The Starter Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bristol, CT Age: 61 Posts: 1,001	Re: Plasma vs. LCD The lead tech guy here at ESPN was recently asked what he'd buy for his home... he replied that he really liked the Samsung DLP products. I also hear good things about the Panasonic and Toshiba stuff.

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