Choosing the right TV - Blu-ray Forum

mozg · 08-19-2009, 08:30 AM

I`m going to buy my first TV and have about 2000$. What is the best buy for such money. I want a TV not less than 40`. It will be used for watching films, both DVD and Blu-ray and for playing X-box 360. I thought about Philips 42pfl4703, maybe smth better or even plasma??

Maswov · 08-19-2009, 09:36 AM

Generally plasma is cheaper for a comparable size LCD. Price aside I prefer plasma over LCD anyway so for me the choice is easy. There are some really good plasmas to be had within your budget.

mozg · 08-19-2009, 11:12 AM

so can you name the TV`s for me to consider ?

xneox · 08-19-2009, 12:35 PM

Panasonic TC-P54G10 - Tiger Direct - $1648 shipped.

That's the best display you're going to find under $2K, bar none.

I say that because the TC-P50V10 is still just over $2K pretty much everywhere. If the V10 creeps under $2K shipped, it will be the best display available under $2K.

Still, some may choose the 54" G10 just to have a larger display, and that's a fine choice.

mozg · 08-19-2009, 05:26 PM

thanks, man
I`ve read about new panas. TV`s - they are really great.. but our prices in Russia are...... hm... rather high

more than 3000$ for that TV...

maybe smth else cheaper ?

xneox · 08-19-2009, 05:40 PM

Shit, no clue for Russia. Good luck.

MrRoy · 08-19-2009, 07:42 PM

Since you are going to play games, personally I would recommend an LCD. Sony is my first choice, some prefer Samsung. You need to take a look at choose what looks better for you.

xneox · 08-19-2009, 07:47 PM

New Panny Plasmas are fine for games after break-in. I have a "Game Mode".

MrRoy · 08-19-2009, 10:29 PM

That break-in period is what turns me off to Plasma's. I don't want a tv that i have to baby for 100-150hrs after i get it.

Bluubyu · 08-19-2009, 10:43 PM

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Originally Posted by MrRoy

That break-in period is what turns me off to Plasma's. I don't want a tv that i have to baby for 100-150hrs after i get it.

+1, go LCD there are displays out there that are comparable if not better than plasma these days. Of course the plasma boys will not doubt intercede on this one.

xneox · 08-19-2009, 11:29 PM

Whatever fellas. No skin off my nose. I'm not the only one who says plasmas spank LCD. Throw a virtual rock and you'll hit a review that says the same.

As for 'babying' the tv during break in...if you'd rather settle for an inferior picture for the LIFE of your tv, and pay MORE for it, just because you can't wrap your brain around a couple weeks of overnight images...well, again...it's your money.

Beta Man · 08-20-2009, 12:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Bluubyu

+1, go LCD there are displays out there that are comparable if not better than plasma these days. Of course the plasma boys will not doubt intercede on this one.

You're the one going on the offensive.

OP, I have a couple of LCDs, but prefer Plasmas myself.... PQ should be the main concern, and the black levels of Plasmas $-to-$ can't be beat.

I'm not sure what's in russia though...... but if you were looking at a Phillips 42", I would recommend trying to find a Panasonic, Samsung, or Sony within your price range at the 42" or up size.... regardless of what technology you go with (LCD/Plasma)

That T.V. he linked is a 54", and although much above your budget, it's 12" larger than what you were looking for...... so perhaps look for that model in a smaller size

rded · 08-20-2009, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

You're the one going on the offensive.

OP, I have a couple of LCDs, but prefer Plasmas myself.... PQ should be the main concern, and the black levels of Plasmas $-to-$ can't be beat.

I agree! Plasmas are still king when it comes to PQs and black levels.

My_Two_Cents · 08-20-2009, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by MrRoy

That break-in period is what turns me off to Plasma's. I don't want a tv that i have to baby for 100-150hrs after i get it.

pffffffffffftttttttt.... Run the images off an SD card for a week straight and you're done. What's so hard and/or time-consuming about that?

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Originally Posted by Bluubyu

+1, go LCD there are displays out there that are comparable if not better than plasma these days. Of course the plasma boys will not doubt intercede on this one.

Someone always has to start, don't they?

To the OP: Even though prices are higher in Russia, I would imagine they are comparably higher all around, meaning you can get a plasma with a better picture than an LCD for a lot less money. If the G10 is too expensive, look at the S10 models. You won't regret your purchase later.

Bluubyu · 08-20-2009, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by xneox

Whatever fellas. No skin off my nose. I'm not the only one who says plasmas spank LCD. Throw a virtual rock and you'll hit a review that says the same.

As for 'babying' the tv during break in...if you'd rather settle for an inferior picture for the LIFE of your tv, and pay MORE for it, just because you can't wrap your brain around a couple weeks of overnight images...well, again...it's your money.

See you plasma gurus always get upset when someone says there might be a display out there that might be better "in a lay person's opinion" than a plasma. Reviews...whatever, do you actually think the average person has seen or will see what a reviewer sees in a tv? I doubt it.

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Originally Posted by Beta Man

You're the one going on the offensive.

How's that? All I'm saying is is that I believe in my opinion that there aren't to many tv's that can spank my display and it's...wait for it...an LCD

To the OP I personally believe your eyes will be the defining choice when it comes to your choice for a display happy hunting.

xneox · 08-20-2009, 01:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Bluubyu

do you actually think the average person has seen or will see what a reviewer sees in a tv? I doubt it.

Guess that makes me above average. Thanks for the compliment!

Reviews are important because they allow a person who doesn't have a ton of time to do all the research themselves to make a smart, informed purchase. That's how I ended up with a Panasonic plasma...well, that, and I compared it to a Samsung LCD and saw that there really was no contest.

Bluubyu · 08-20-2009, 01:13 AM

I agree that reviews are important as to build quality, display etc. But what I'm trying to say is that most people are going to go with their gut and what they believe is the better set from what they see. Most people won't just buy a set based on reviews without seeing it perform. Now of course if money is not an issue than....

Bluubyu · 08-20-2009, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by xneox

That's how I ended up with a Panasonic plasma...well, that, and I compared it to a Samsung LCD and saw that there really was no contest.

Oh yeah...well mine is prettier and has a cuter remote nanananana...

xneox · 08-20-2009, 01:39 AM

Lol...nice.

Since you bring up remotes, I'm kinda pissed Panasonic abandoned the universal remote...my 800u remote was, but the V10 stick is a one-trick pony.

Bluubyu · 08-20-2009, 01:41 AM

That's a bummer, I actually don't use mine, got the Harmony One remote and love it.

08-19-2009, 08:30 AM	#1
mozg Junior Member Member since:Aug 2009	Choosing the right TV I`m going to buy my first TV and have about 2000$. What is the best buy for such money. I want a TV not less than 40`. It will be used for watching films, both DVD and Blu-ray and for playing X-box 360. I thought about Philips 42pfl4703, maybe smth better or even plasma?? Last edited by mozg; 08-19-2009 at 08:57 AM.

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08-19-2009, 09:36 AM	#2
Maswov Active Member Member since:Mar 2009 Location:Sattahip, Thailand Blu-ray collection:91	Generally plasma is cheaper for a comparable size LCD. Price aside I prefer plasma over LCD anyway so for me the choice is easy. There are some really good plasmas to be had within your budget.

08-19-2009, 11:12 AM	#3
mozg Junior Member Member since:Aug 2009	so can you name the TV`s for me to consider ?

08-19-2009, 12:35 PM	#4
xneox Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Hartford, CT	Panasonic TC-P54G10 - Tiger Direct - $1648 shipped. That's the best display you're going to find under $2K, bar none. I say that because the TC-P50V10 is still just over $2K pretty much everywhere. If the V10 creeps under $2K shipped, it will be the best display available under $2K. Still, some may choose the 54" G10 just to have a larger display, and that's a fine choice.

08-19-2009, 05:26 PM	#5
mozg Junior Member Member since:Aug 2009	thanks, man I`ve read about new panas. TV`s - they are really great.. but our prices in Russia are...... hm... rather high more than 3000$ for that TV... maybe smth else cheaper ?

08-19-2009, 05:40 PM	#6
xneox Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Hartford, CT	Shit, no clue for Russia. Good luck.

08-19-2009, 07:42 PM	#7
MrRoy Senior Member Member since:Jan 2008 Home Theater Gallery:5 Blu-ray collection:39	Since you are going to play games, personally I would recommend an LCD. Sony is my first choice, some prefer Samsung. You need to take a look at choose what looks better for you.

08-19-2009, 07:47 PM	#8
xneox Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Hartford, CT	New Panny Plasmas are fine for games after break-in. I have a "Game Mode".

08-19-2009, 10:29 PM	#9
MrRoy Senior Member Member since:Jan 2008 Home Theater Gallery:5 Blu-ray collection:39	That break-in period is what turns me off to Plasma's. I don't want a tv that i have to baby for 100-150hrs after i get it.

08-19-2009, 11:29 PM	#11
xneox Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Hartford, CT	Whatever fellas. No skin off my nose. I'm not the only one who says plasmas spank LCD. Throw a virtual rock and you'll hit a review that says the same. As for 'babying' the tv during break in...if you'd rather settle for an inferior picture for the LIFE of your tv, and pay MORE for it, just because you can't wrap your brain around a couple weeks of overnight images...well, again...it's your money.

08-20-2009, 01:13 AM	#17
Bluubyu Active Member Member since:Apr 2008 Location:Scottsdale, Arizona Home Theater Gallery:3 4K collection:7 Blu-ray collection:208	I agree that reviews are important as to build quality, display etc. But what I'm trying to say is that most people are going to go with their gut and what they believe is the better set from what they see. Most people won't just buy a set based on reviews without seeing it perform. Now of course if money is not an issue than....

08-20-2009, 01:39 AM	#19
xneox Expert Member Member since:Jan 2009 Location:Hartford, CT	Lol...nice. Since you bring up remotes, I'm kinda pissed Panasonic abandoned the universal remote...my 800u remote was, but the V10 stick is a one-trick pony.

08-20-2009, 01:41 AM	#20
Bluubyu Active Member Member since:Apr 2008 Location:Scottsdale, Arizona Home Theater Gallery:3 4K collection:7 Blu-ray collection:208	That's a bummer, I actually don't use mine, got the Harmony One remote and love it.

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