Plasma vs. LCD TV Technology
Since replacing the "tube" technology of TVs of the past, today's televisions feature plasma or LCD screen technology. While the plasma vs. LCD debate has raged on for years now, knowing the hard facts will help determine which TV is right for your needs.
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Basics
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Plasma screens work by using minuscule plasma gas cells that are charged by electrical voltages to create the TV picture. With LCD, liquid crystals push through the space between two glass panels, which creates the picture based on the varying amount of electrical charge applied to the crystals.
Cost
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The bottom line for many buyers will inevitably be the price of the television. Plasma TVs tend to cost less than LCDs, especially in the 50-inch and larger sizes. However, in the small- to medium-size range, the price difference tends to be very similar.
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Picture Quality
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Plasma televisions are known for producing brighter colors and darker blacks and tend to have better contrast because LCDs are backlit, which causes inevitable pixel leakage. However, with advances in LCD technology emerging to fix this problem, including LCD backlight technology, the gap is closing.
Considerations
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Plasma TVs are also known for working best in low lighting conditions, making them a better choice for a home theater. On the other hand, LCDs have less reflective screens and will work considerably better in bright rooms or outdoor areas.
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