Samsung PN58C7000YF Review » Ratings Guide | ||
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Model | Size | MSRP | 1080 | Net | Wi-Fi | 3D | Price | Energy | Design | Best- Seller |
Samsung PN58C7000YF Plasma HDTV |
58″ | $2699 | ● | ● | ● | ● | $47 | 5.8 | 12 |
Samsung PN58C7000YF Review » Key Feature Ratings | ||
Price | The cost of this Plasma TV is $47 per inch of screen size. This is more expensive than average and is priced in the top 12% of new TVs. | |
ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR qualified. This HDTV uses about 40% less electricity than standard televisions. | |
Efficiency | Estimated annual energy use is 5.8 kWh per inch of screen size. This TV is ENERGY STAR, but it is less efficient than your average ENERGY STAR TV. | |
Design | Incorporates 12 key design features that make a difference. This HDTV has more key features than average and ranks in the top 9% of new TV designs. | |
Best-Seller | This TV is not a top best-seller at a national store including Amazon, Best Buy, Sears, and Wal-Mart. – Samsung PN58C7000YF Review | |
Resolution | Designed with 1080p resolution, the highest definition available. Provides nearly twice the resolution of 720p, and allows you to fully utilize 1080p videos or programming. | |
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 PN58C7000YF Review | |
DLNA | DLNA certified (Digital Living Network Alliance) for some TV inputs to promote hassle-free connectivity and sharing of digital content between home electronics. | |
3D | 3D television. You can view 3D content from select video games, Blu-ray discs, and even some 3D programming that is available. Does not include 3D glasses (about $150). | |
Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi capable, but does not include a built-in receiver or external adaptor. Purchase an external adaptor and you can access your home wireless internet service. | |
Internet | You can access internet videos and streaming content via widgets and applications. A wide variety of internet content is available, but you don’t have browser search capability. | |
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 HDTV is ultra-thin with a depth of only 1.4″. Provides a sleek look, especially if you can wall mount-it. – Samsung PN58C7000YF 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 are rated at 30 watts of total output power, which is less than average. – Samsung PN58C7000YF Review | |
HDMI | Provides 4 HDMI inputs so that you can connect a cable box and other devices such as a DVD player, video game console, and PC. |
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