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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 10-watt speakers
- Inputs: HDMI x 3, Component x 2, Composite x 1
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Samsung PN50A530
• Samsung PN50A550 50-Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV
• PN50A550 50" Plasma TV
UPC: 036725228085
EAN: 036725228085
MPN: PN50A550S
Competitors
MSRP $2,699.00
Released March, 2008
Pros
- Panasonic is a known and trusted plasma manufacturer
- High contrast ratio
- Long lasting panel life
Samsung PN50A530
vs.
Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ85U
MSRP $1,699.00
Released June, 2008
Pros
- Great picture quality. No standout problems
- Fantastic price/performance ratio
- 10-bit panel
Cons
- High power consumption (540W on average)
- Blacks could be better
- High operating temperature
Samsung PN50A530
vs.
Vizio VP504
MSRP $2,299.00
Released March, 2008
The Series 5 from Samsung is their entry-level line of plasma displays that feature a native 1080p resolution. For more information refer to the full Plasma 5 Series report. 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 10-watt speakers Inputs: HDMI x 3, Component...
Samsung PN50A530
vs.
Samsung PN50A550
MSRP $2,500.00
Released March, 2008
Samsung PN50A530
vs.
Panasonic Viera TH-50PZ80U
MSRP $2,499.00
Released May, 2008
The PG30 Series from LG is their 2008 entry level line of plasma televisions that feature a native 1080p resolution. For more information refer to the full LG PG30 Series report. Specs 1080p native resolution 30,000:1 contrast ratio 1000 cd/m2 brightness Two 10-watt speakers (20-watts total) ISFccc Calbration Ready Clear voice Inputs: HDMI x 3, Component...
Samsung PN50A530
vs.
LG 50PG30
Reviews
November 13, 2008
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0 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- full 1080p
- attractive bezel
- good contrast ratio
- inexpensive for such a large TV
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July 31, 2009
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Pros
Did not agree with any pros
Cons
- The con listed above is wrong. The PC VGA input is on the back (15-pin DSUB)
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PN, 50, A, 530, PN50, 50A, A530, PN50A, 50A530, PN50A530
