LCD vs Plasma Continued
POWER CONSUMPTION
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Because LCDs and LEDs use florescent backlighting or the newer light emitting diode technology to produce images, they require substantially less power to operate than plasmas do. In the past LCD TVs consumed about half the power of plasma TVs. However, just as LCD manufacturers have worked on that technologies weaknesses, the same is try of Panasonic and Samsung imroving plasma TVs. Power consumption is down in plasma but the edge still goes to LCD and especially some of the newer LED LCD TVs.
ADVANTAGE: LCD and especially LED backlit LCD TVs. How much will it save you? Our best test yields about $1.5 in savings per month in favor of an 52" LED LCD over a 50" plasma.
PRICE AND VALUE
Plasma TVs have generally enjoyed lower pricing per size vs. LED LCD TVs. While flourescent backed LCDs have nearly caught up with plasma in the 42" size, plasma still dominates in the larger size ranges prices. When comparing comparable Tier 1 Quality LED LCD with Tier 1 Plasma, the larger the size, the more the price savings by purchasing plasma. In the 50" size range a plasma currently sells for a 30% to 40% discount, while a 60" plasma may yield 40% savings. Resolution is no longer an issue due to the fact that most all TVs 46" and larger are full HD 1920 X 1080 (1080p) resolution.
Our value ratings continue to be reason that plasma TVs generally receive higher marks in our overall TV ratings. See the full Comparison Ratings Chart here.
ADVANTAGE: Plasma, especially in larger size TVs.
LCD vs Plasma Scorecard
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For the explanations behind this scorecard please see the first page of our LCD vs Plasma article.
See also:
LCD TV Misconceptions: Six common myths about LCD Displays
Common Misconceptions About Plasma TVs
Plasma TV Screen Burn-In: Is It Still a Problem?
LCD TV Lifespan: How Long Do LCD Displays Last?
