TV & Home Theater

[BabyBestBuy]

Which is better LCD or plasma? why?

[BB_Gun]

As you might imagine there is no one-size-fits-all solution or answer. Both technologies offer pros and cons in a few areas.

Until fairly recently, plasma had the better picture, hands-down. But LCD has gotten much better, offering contrast that comes very close to plasma.

But you'll only get that kind of contrast on the better LCDs, which will cost you. Plasma still offers the best picture for the money, and with no motion blur (something many people see on LCDs).

But plasmas run hotter, use more power to run, and are not completely immune to "burn-in"--often seen as a faint image of something left on the screen for long periods. Today's plasmas are highly resistant to this, but not completely immune.

So there are arguments on both sides of the aisle here (and there's a lot more than this). Personally, I still don't think LCD can match plasma for picture quality, but many like the heightened (and unnatural) brightness of LCD.

-BB Gun

[notawanda]

ANY TV isd better when you DON'T buy it at BEST BUY! LCD is cheaper, otherwise I can't see a real difference!

[clean240]

LCD is cheaper??  are you sure about that. You mean Plasmas are cheaper as far as price.

[hockeycanuckjc Trusted Contributor]

I heard that the newer generation of Plasma TVs have solved the issue with burn in's Maybe a BB associate or GS associate can confirm this.

[Aaron-BBY Community Connector]

While many manufacturers have introduced features into their plasma TV models to help reduce the likelihood of image burn occurring, none have been able to eliminate it entirely.  How this is done does vary from model to model, but is most commonly accomplished through the use of adaptive motion technology.  In other words: the image displayed on the screen moves around just enough for individual pixels to change color, but not enough to be detected by human eyes.

Regardless of the protection features that may be included though, it is still highly suggested that owners NEVER leave static images (letterbox formatting, test patterns, etc.) on the screen for prolonged periods!

Hope this helps you out!

Agent Aaron
Geek Squad® Community Connector
Go Ahead.  Use Us.

[bobkatfan]

I prefer LCD, even though Plasma has sharp picture, it doesn't matter wether you have the sharpest picture in the world, every plasma has intense glare in any kind of light. So whats the point of having a very sharp picture if you can't see it.

[Tinker]

As a heads up, Panasonics have an anti-glare screen.

Also, many higher end LCD's have worse glare then plasma's

[Eyeview]

Which is better for hking up to pc to use as a monitor? Would l that cause burn in  if page left on screen. How long for this to happen? 

Bth the Dynex plasma and the LCD  42 in say they have pc inputs. What cord do i need to connect pco r lap toptop. Can i use sound and pc speakers for pc audio using tv as monitor?

thanks

i tried posting to another thread, im new member here, and it posted under somene elses name. I am Eyebiew  my user name.

[SlimJim77]

As many have already pointed out, there are advantages and disadvantages to both technologies.

Some plasma models do feature a computer monitor connection(like my Pioneer plasma), but it really should only be used for short burst of quality PC display.

Those only interested in the best picture quality for movies, sports, gaming etc should strongly consider plasma. Glare is a factor, but a purist won't let that get in the way. That's why man invented shades.

LCDs thrive in bright enviroments. They are also better for those interested in more of a multi media video hub. Game all day....PC all day...no worries. LCD is the more carefree design.