Plasma TV Vs. LCD TV
Plasma and LCD televisions look quite similar. They are close to the same dimensions and provide a good viewing experience. However, plasma and LCD TVs are very different in their technology.
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Plasma TV Technology
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The plasma TV contains neon-xenon gases sealed in plasma form. The screen consists of individual pixel cells, which produce light when electronic pulses excite the gases.
LCD TV Technology
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Liquid crystals are put tightly between two transparent layers. The crystals allow or block light from a light source in the TV to form images.
Contrast Ratio
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Contrast is the difference between the whites and the blacks. LCD TVs are usually brighter than plasma TVs, which makes them a good choice for a brightly lit room. Plasma TVs generally have blacker blacks, which look better in dimly lit rooms.
Screen Finish
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Most plasma TVs have a glossy screen, and LCD TVs have a matte screen. This makes LCD screens more resistant to glare from sunlight or lamps.
Energy Consumption
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Most LCD TVs use less energy than the same screen size plasma TVs.
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