If you’re looking to finally upgrade to a flat panel TV, you’ll find out that there are a lot of different options out there. You have LCD and Plasma flat panels, CRT TV’s, rear projection and front projection options.
If you start looking at the specifications and features of LCD and plasma TV’s, you’ll probably notice that they change quite a bit; from resolution to refresh rate to the number of colors. However, the different features may or may not matter to you. This research will help you decide.
The most popular type of HDTV available today is LCD technology. Most companies that make HDTV’s have dozens of different LCD models and only a few or even zero Plasma models. Chances are you have used a LCD monitor at home or at work.
The most noticeable difference between a plasma TV and a LCD tv is the screen. With a plasma TV, you’ll usually get a pretty blinded glare if you have big windows or overhead lighting. However, LCD TV’s have an anti glare screen that prevents glare from being an issue.
A lesser down disadvantage of Plasma TV’s is their power consumption. A plasma TV requires much more energy than most LCD TV’s of a similar size. The cost of ownership increases and so will your monthly electricity bill.
However, Plasma TV’s do have their place and some advantages. The biggest advantage is the quality of the picture. Plasma HDTV’s produce a better picture with richer colors and deeper blacks. The best LCD tv compared to the best Plasma TV will still not quite compare.
We mentioned previously that Plasma HDTV’s sometimes have an issue with light reflecting off of the screen. This is only a problem depending on where you put the television. If your TV will be in the basement in your theater room, a Plasma is a perfect option.
Most people find that LCD TV’s are the best for them because of where it will be placed in their home and the slight price advantage. Some people with theater rooms or dark rooms will prefer a plasma for the better picture quality. Do your homework before spending a lot on a HDTV.
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