| Samsung PN42C450B1D Review » Ratings Guide | ||
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| Model | Size | MSRP | 1080 | Net | Wi-Fi | 3D | Price | Energy | Design | Best- Seller |
| Samsung PN42C450B1D Plasma HDTV |
42″ | $599 | $14 | 4.9 | 3 | √ |
| Samsung PN42C450B1D Review » Key Feature Ratings | ||
| Price | The cost of this Plasma TV is $14 per inch of screen size. This is less expensive than average and is priced in the bottom 13% of new TVs. | |
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR qualified. This HDTV uses about 40% less electricity than standard televisions. | |
| Efficiency | Estimated annual energy use is 4.9 kWh per inch of screen size. This TV is ENERGY STAR, but it is less efficient than your average ENERGY STAR TV. | |
| Design | Incorporates 3 key design features that make a difference. This HDTV has less key features than average and ranks in the bottom 13% of new TV designs. | |
| Best-Seller | Rated highly by consumers and is a best-seller at a national store including Amazon, Best Buy, Sears, and Wal-Mart. – Samsung PN42C450B1D Review | |
| Resolution | Equipped with 720p high-definition resolution. While this is not the highest resolution available, it may be adequate on smaller TVs or if you don’t need to connect a PC. | |
| Side Inputs | Includes side inputs that allow you to conveniently plug-in some devices without having to reach behind the TV. | |
| LED | LED technology is only available on LCD televisions. It is not designed for use on Plasma TVs. | |
| Local Dim | Local dimming technology is only available on LCD televisions with LED backlighting. | |
| Frame Rate | This TV has a 600 Hz sub-field drive. Plasma TVs have near instantaneous pixel response times and excellent viewing of fast moving video. | |
| THX | Like most HDTVs, this is not THX certified. THX generally indicates that the TV will have high-quality picture performance. – Samsung PN42C450B1D Review | |
| DLNA | Not DLNA certified (Digital Living Network Alliance). DLNA promotes interoperability between electronic devices, which makes sharing digital content easier and more convenient. | |
| 3D | This Samsung television is not 3D ready. 3D TVs allow you to view 3D content from select video games, Blu-ray discs, and programming, but are much more expensive. | |
| Wi-Fi | This Samsung HDTV is not Wi-Fi capable. You cannot wirelessly connect to your home-based internet network. | |
| Internet | Internet access is not available with this TV. You cannot view streaming internet videos, widgets, or applications that are available with many brands. | |
| DVD Player | Like most televisions, this Samsung TV does not have a built-in DVD or Blue-ray player. Most consumers purchase these items separately. | |
| Depth | This Samsung television has a thin profile with a depth of only 2.7″. Slim TVs are attractive and more suitable for wall mounting. – Samsung PN42C450B1D Review | |
| Frame | Standard, multiple-level design with some space between the screen and the bezel. Single-level designs can provide a seamless look that is preferred by some consumers. | |
| Speakers | Speakers provide 20 watts of total output power, which is about average. – Samsung PN42C450B1D Review | |
| HDMI | Provides 3 HDMI inputs so that you can connect a cable box and two other devices such as a DVD player and video game console. Do you need to connect a PC as well? | |
| Samsung PN42C450B1D Review » Features & Specs |
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