Plasma TV: Best HDTV Televisions

Best Rated Plasma TVs Including the Popular LG 50PG30

Below is an updated list of the top rated Plasma TVs on the market today. We gathered information from the top testers and sellers in the television business - Consumer Reports and Amazon. We then gathered our information and selected and listed only the best selling models in all size ranges. Our information will help you get a clear sense of what plasma TV attributes are most important to you. For example, is menu functionality and remote control and important? Is the highest 1080p resolution important to you? Is the sound quality important? And finally, you will know which plasma TV manufacturer is creating the most realistic viewing experience with the best picture quality. If you need further product information, then please click on the listed models.

Samsung PN63C550 Type: 63-inch model

This 63-inch 1080p plasma TV from Samsung -- along with its 3D sibling (also Rated), the largest plasma TV tested is among the best TVs in our Ratings, with overall excellent picture quality. Though it lacks the 3D capability and access to online content found on the C8000 series models (the 63-inch PN63C8000 model is also in our Ratings), it is a DLNA-compliant model that can access photos, movies, and music stored on a PC via a network connection. It includes AllShare, a proprietary technology that lets you connect to compatible mobile phones, computers, camcorders, digital cameras and other devices and view that content (such as phone text messages) on the TV.

LG Infinia 60PK950 Type: 60-inch model

This 60-inch 1080p plasma TV from LG, part of its design-centric Infinia line, is among the best big-screen sets tested, with excellent picture quality across the board. It's loaded with features, including THX certification and LG's NetCast online service, which provides access to streaming movies from CinemaNow, Netflix, and Vudu. It's Wi-Fi ready (it requires an optional Wi-Fi adapter) and will accept an optional wireless media module that can wirelessly send video and audio to the TV. Also, it's DLNA-compliant so you can view digital photos stored on a PC via a home network.

Samsung PN58C550 Type: 58-inch model

This 58-inch 1080p plasma TV from Samsung delivers a lot of screen and excellent HD picture quality for the money, making it a Best Buy. The TV, offered in a charcoal/black Touch of Color finish, was very good with standard-def fare. Though it lacks the 3D capability and access to online content found on the C8000 series models (the 50-inch PN50C8000 model is also highly Rated), it is DLNA-compliant model that can access photos, movies and music stored on a PC via a network connection, and it includes AllShare, a proprietary technology that lets you connect to compatible mobile phones, computers, camcorders, digital cameras and other devices and view that content (such as phone text messages) on the TV.

Panasonic Viera TC-P54G25 Type: 54-inch model

This 54-inch 1080p plasma TV, from Panasonic's step-up G25 series, delivers excellent high-def picture quality, though we did notice some banding on scenes. The set has a lot of features, such as Skype videophone capability (when used with an optional camera), THX certification, and access to online content, including streaming movies from Amazon and Netflix. The TV is Wi-Fi-ready -- it accepts an optional wireless dongle. Its performance with standard-def fare was very good, though a notch below the best sets. Thanks to a recent price drop, it's now a Best Buy.

LG Infinia 50PK750 Type: 50-inch model

This 50-inch 1080p plasma TV, from LG's flagship Infinia series, delivers excellent picture quality with both HD and standard-def programs. The ultra-slim (2.2 inches deep) set has a lot of features, including access to its NetCast online service, with streaming movies from CinemaNow, Netflix and Vudu. The TV is Wi-Fi-ready (an optional dongle is required), and it can stream HD video wirelessly (using the WirelessHD format) when paired with an optional wireless media kit (which includes a transmitter and receiver). The THX-certified TV comes with Nero MediaHome 4 Essentials software, and it's DLNA-compliant, so you can view digital photos, music and videos stored on a PC via a home network.

Panasonic Viera TC-P46G25 Type: 46-inch model

This 46-inch 1080p plasma TV from Panasonic has excellent HD picture quality and a few extra features, including THX certification and the company's Viera Cast online service, with access to streaming movies from Amazon and Netflix, Pandora Internet radio, and the Skype videophone service (when used with an optional camera).

Panasonic Viera TC-P42U2 Type: 42-inch model

This 42-inch 1080p plasma TV from Panasonic, in the company's entry-level 1080p line, delivers excellent overall picture quality but not a lot of extra features. Still, it's well priced for its performance and resolution.

More On The LG 50PG30

New from Life's Good Electronics is the LG 50PG30 50 inch 1080p plasma hdtv - The LG plasma 1080p is their least expensive plasma TV. Never heard of Life's Good before? LG is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. LG competes very strongly against the more well known models such Samsung and Panasonic as evidenced by the specification sheet. It also matches up excellent against the models mentioned above for its picture controls, sleek styling and features. If you have shopped around and are now ready to buy we strongly suggest you check the latest prices. Click here for more information on the LG 50PG30.

As new technologies take over, they present consumers with a number of evolving television choices. There are now many more choices than just the picture-tube sets of your childhood. Whether you want a small set for the kitchen counter or a large one for watching the big game, we can help you to compare TVs in a variety of sizes and price ranges.