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Samsung Plasma Series 6 (2008)
The Series 6 Plasmas from Samsung is the step below the flagship line of plasma televisions and feature a native 1080p resolution. To distinguish this series from the less expensive - and comparable - Series 5 Plasmas Samsung used their unique "touch of color" design which adds a a red-tinted highlight to the exterior of the unit. Other differences included better internal processing, a more advanced anti-glare filter, a fourth HDMI input, and an ethernet port to read and display RSS feeds. The step above the Series 6 is the Series 7 which features the same basic specifications, and beefs up the connectivity options with digital media streaming through the USB Port (Wiselink Pro) and DLNA certification.
MSRP $2,499 - $3,599
Release date May, 2008
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Specs
- 1080p native resolution
- 30,000:1 static contrast ratio | 1,000,000:1 dynamic ratio
- 18-bit color processing
- 100,000 hour panel life
- Two 15watt speakers
- Wiselink USB port
- Inputs: HDMI x 4, Component x 2, Composite x 1
Differences between 550 and 650 models
DNIe Pro - the 5 Series uses the less advanced DNIe+ technology used to process and improve the picture that is displayed.
Ultra Filter Bright - Plasmas can suffer from ambient reflections and glare in well-lit rooms, to deal with this problem plasma manufacturers use different filters to reduce these ambient distractions. Samsung's less expensive plasmas use the Filter Bright technology, while these 6 Series plasmas use the Ultra Filter Bright which Samsung claims will reduce glares and enhance the picture.
Infolink - an ethernet port that lets the television connect to the Internet and display RSS based news information delivered by USA Today.
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Samsung PN50A650
• Samsung PN50A650 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV with RED Touch of Color
• PN50A650 50" Plasma TV
UPC: 036725228368
EAN: 036725228368
MPN: PN50A650T1FXZA
Samsung PN63A650
• Samsung PN63A650 63-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV with Red Touch of Color
• PN63A650 63" Plasma TV
UPC: 036725228382
EAN: 036725228382
MPN: PN63A650T1FXZA
Samsung PN58A650
• Samsung PN58A650 58-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV with RED Touch of Color
• PN58A650T 58" Plasma TV
UPC: 036725228375
EAN: 0036725228375
MPN: PN58A650T1FXZA
Competitors
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MSRP $2,300 - $3,600
Released May, 2008
Pros
- Good connectivity with four HDMI inputs
- More shades of color gradation than many competitors
- Runs much cooler than previous generations
Cons
- 24p mode can introduce flicker
- Heavy compared to LCD's
- high priced
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Panasonic Viera 800 Series
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MSRP $3,099 - $7,000
Released June, 2008
Pros
- Fantastic color reproduction
- Good power consumption compared to other high-end plasmas
- Good noise reduction
Cons
- 24p mode can have flickering issues
- Expensive if you aren't a videophile
- Not THX certified
Samsung Plasma Series 6 (2008)
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Panasonic Viera 850 Series
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MSRP $3,199 - $4,299
Released May, 2008
Pros
- Invisible speaker design works
- Fantastic picture
- Wide volume range
Cons
- Poor manual
- Included remote isn't very good
- THX mode is hit or miss
Samsung Plasma Series 6 (2008)
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LG PG60 Series
MSRP $2,799 - $5,499
Released August, 2008
Pros
- Digital media options remove need for external media streaming device
- Good picture performance (same as other premium plasmas by Samsung)
- Great color reproduction and accuracy
Cons
- Black levels aren't as good as Pioneer's 9G Kuros
- Limited format support with media streaming
Samsung Plasma Series 6 (2008)
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Samsung Plasma Series 7
MSRP $5,000 - $7,000
Released June, 2008
Pros
- Has the deepest black levels
- Media streaming supports many formats
- Thinner cabinet than previous years
Cons
- Runs very warm
- Costs a pretty penny
- VGA input maximum resolution is 1280x1024
Samsung Plasma Series 6 (2008)
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Pioneer 9G Kuro Series
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Pros
- Good picture adjustment options
- RSS feed is somewhat useful
Cons
- Touch of Color bezel can be distracting
- Premium features aren't worth the extra money
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