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Samsung PN58A550 comparison

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Samsung PN58A550

Samsung PN58A550
Samsung PN50A550
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Samsung PN50A550
Samsung PN58B650
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Samsung PN58B650
Samsung PN50B650
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Samsung PN50B650
Panasonic TC-P54G10
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Panasonic TC-P54G10
Price $1,449.95 to $3,199.99 $849.95 to $1,500.00 $1,469.95 to $2,139.99 $1,039.00 to $1,499.99 $1,585.00 to $1,758.00
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Average user rating
3.5 stars
4.0 stars
4.0 stars
4.0 stars
4.5 stars
Release date March 15, 2008 March 15, 2009
The Bottom Line CNET did not review the Samsung PN58A550, but we did review the smaller model in the series. Accurate color helps set apart the excellent picture quality of the Samsung PN50A550 50-inch plasma TV. Samsung's PNB650 series can't quite match the best plasmas on the market, but it comes close enough to offer a viable alternative. Samsung's PNB650 series can't quite match the best plasmas on the market, but it comes close enough to offer a viable alternative. Panasonic's 54-inch TC-P54G10 offers superb image quality, plenty of features, and great value, making a strong bid for your big-screen buck.
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Features
Sound EffectsInfo unavailableInfo unavailableSRS TruSurround HD
SRS TruSurround HD
Info unavailable
Input Video FormatsInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable480p
720p
1080i
1080p
Supported Flash Memory CardsInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableSD Memory Card
Multi-channel PreviewInfo unavailableInfo unavailablePicture-in-picture (PIP)
Picture-in-picture (PIP)
Info unavailable
Analog TV TunerInfo unavailableInfo unavailableNTSC
Info unavailableNTSC
WeightInfo unavailableInfo unavailable101 lbs
84.2 lbs
90.4 lbs
Image Aspect RatioInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable16:9
Digital TV TunerInfo unavailableInfo unavailableQAM
ATSC
QAM
ATSC
QAM
ATSC
HDMI Ports Qty1
1
Info unavailable4
3
USB PortYes , 1 port(s)
Yes , 1 port(s)
Yes
Yes , 2 port(s)
Info unavailable
24p TechnologyInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable1080 24p Real Movie
ResolutionInfo unavailableInfo unavailable1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
Motion Enhancement TechnologyInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable600Hz sub-field driving
Info unavailable
Sound Output ModeInfo unavailableInfo unavailableStereo
Stereo
Stereo
Speaker SystemInfo unavailableInfo unavailable2 speakers
2 speakers
2 speakers
Manufacturer WarrantyInfo unavailableInfo unavailable1 year warranty
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
Enclosure ColorGloss black
Gloss black
Platinum black
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
RadioInfo unavailableInfo unavailableNone
None
None
Environmental StandardsInfo unavailableInfo unavailableYes
Yes
Info unavailable
TV TunerInfo unavailableInfo unavailable1x analog
1x digital
Info unavailableInfo unavailable
DVDInfo unavailableInfo unavailableNone
None
None
Dimensions (WxDxH)Info unavailableInfo unavailable55.1 in x 13.2 in x 36.1 in - With stand
48.4 in x 11.4 in x 32.2 in - With stand
51.6 in x 15.3 in x 34.8 in - With stand
PowerInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableAC 120 V
BatteryInfo unavailableInfo unavailableNone
None
None
Remote ControlRemote control - Infrared
Remote control - Infrared
Remote control - Infrared
Remote control - Infrared
Standard remote control - infrared - Infrared
VCRInfo unavailableInfo unavailableNone
None
None
TechnologyPlasma (PDP)
Plasma (PDP)
Plasma (PDP)
Plasma (PDP)
Plasma (PDP)
Diagonal Size58 in - Widescreen
50 in - Widescreen
58 in - Widescreen
50 in - Widescreen
54.1 in - Widescreen
Digital Television CertificationHDTV
HDTV
HDTV
HDTV
HDTV
Progressive ScanInfo unavailableInfo unavailableProgressive scanning (line doubling)
Info unavailableProgressive scanning (line doubling)
HDCP CompatibleYes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Info unavailable
Additional FeaturesInfo unavailableInfo unavailableUltra FilterBright anti-glare technology
CinemaSmooth technology
Medi@2.0
USB 2.0
ToC design
Internet TV
Ultra FilterBright anti-glare technology
CinemaSmooth technology
Medi@2.0
USB 2.0
ToC design
Internet TV
Anti-Reflective filter
Viera Link
Viera Cast
Viera Tools
Viera image viewer
Display Format1080p
1080p
1080p
1080p
1080p
PC InterfaceInfo unavailableInfo unavailableVGA (HD-15)
VGA (HD-15)
Info unavailable
DVRInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableNone
Video InterfaceHDMI
HDMI
HDMI
Component
Composite
HDMI
Component
Composite
HDMI
S-Video
Component
Composite
Product DescriptionSamsung PN58A550P - 58 in Plasma TV
Samsung PN50A550P - 50 in Plasma TV
Samsung PN58B650 - 58 in Plasma TV
Samsung PN50B650 - 50 in Plasma TV
Panasonic TC TC-P54G10 - 54.1 in Plasma TV
Product TypePlasma TV
Plasma TV
Plasma TV
Plasma TV
Plasma TV
Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications Full specifications
Buying choices

Amazon.com Marketplace
$3,199.99
In stock: Yes

Refurb Depot
$1,449.95
In stock: Yes

6th Ave.
$1,899.96
In stock: Yes

Prices from 3 CNET Certified stores

Amazon.com Marketplace
$1,500.00
In stock: Yes

Refurb Depot
$849.95
In stock: Yes

Prices from 2 CNET Certified stores

Amazon.com
$2,039.00
In stock: Yes

B&H Photo-Video
$2,039.00
In stock: Yes

Crutchfield
$2,139.99
In stock: Yes

Prices from 6 authorized stores

Newegg.com
$1,139.00
In stock: Yes

Amazon.com
$1,139.00
In stock: Yes

B&H Photo-Video
$1,139.00
In stock: Yes

Prices from 7 authorized stores

B&H Photo-Video
$1,629.95
In stock: Yes

Crutchfield
$1,699.99
In stock: Preorder

Amazon.com Marketplace
$1,758.00
In stock: Yes

Prices from 7 CNET Certified stores
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