2 reviews

Samsung PN58B650

$2,333.97 Released March, 2009

The Pros:"Burn-in" and image retention issues common to many plasma screens are virtually non-existent - frozen screen image disappears within seconds. Off-axis color accuracy is remarkable - performs much better than LCD/LED competitors. Overall HD picture quality is top notch - easily rivals competitors from all other leading brands.

The Cons:Some models emit a loud, constant buzzing sound - may be tricky to exchange/refund a faulty unit. Built-in speakers lack depth/clarity - external speaker configuration is highly recommended. Stock brightness/contrast levels are excessively bright - calibration disc is recommended to avoid time-consuming manual adjustment.

The 2009 Plasma 6 Series is Samsung's update to their high-end line of Plasma displays that offer a 1080p resolution alongside extra features such as expanded Internet connectivity. For more information refer to the full Plasma Series 6 report.

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Specifications

native resolution of 1080p
Energy Star 3.0 compliant
Inputs: 4xHDMI, USB, Ethernet
Internet@TV
USB Media format support
- video: 3GPP, MKV, WMV9 and DivX
- audio: MP3
- photo: jpeg

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Pros

2

"Burn-in" and image retention issues common to many plasma screens are virtually non-existent - frozen screen image disappears within seconds
1

Off-axis color accuracy is remarkable - performs much better than LCD/LED competitors
1

Overall HD picture quality is top notch - easily rivals competitors from all other leading brands
1

Seamlessly integrates with Samsung's line of Blu-Ray players - automatic DVD up-conversion (1080p) is quick and seamless
1

Heat levels are relatively low for a plasma - energy-efficient construction style helps to maintain safe unit temperature

Cons

1

Some models emit a loud, constant buzzing sound - may be tricky to exchange/refund a faulty unit
1

Built-in speakers lack depth/clarity - external speaker configuration is highly recommended
1

Stock brightness/contrast levels are excessively bright - calibration disc is recommended to avoid time-consuming manual adjustment