Differences Between LCD And Plasma TVs

There are many televisions on the market today, with several different types of displays. However, the two types of television most often discussed are the LCD (or Liquid Crystal Display) television and the Plasma TV. Each of these two types has its own unique advantages and drawbacks.

An LCD television uses individual lights to create an image on the screen. TVs with LCD imaging have a relatively long life span, lasting an average of 15 years with regular use. LCD TVs are much lighter than traditional televisions and generally even slightly lighter than most Plasma TVs. LCD televisions are known for the high levels of brightness they can achieve, but contrast and black levels are where an LCD TV typically loses to a Plasma television.

As mentioned before, the LCD uses individual lights to create the images, therefore it must block out these lights to create black. Also on the negative side of LCD televisions is the pixels. When the viewer is watching a fast paces show, such as a sporting event or an action film the image will often be unclear and look pixelated.

When you are purchasing a plasma television you will be getting the best brightness and contrast rates out of any television on the market. The plasma televisions are available in thirty seven inches and larger, and the prices are competitive to other television of the same size. When you are watching a program on a plasma television you will also have a clear picture no matter where you are in the room, unlike the LCD that you need to watch directly from the front.

The one negative aspect to the plasma television is that it will stamp an object onto the screen if it is immobile for a long period of time. Therefore, if you are watching a broadcast channel, that keep it's logo in the corner, and you leave the television on throughout the day you may still see the logo even after you change the channel. This is the main reason that computer screens utilize LCD technology and not plasma.

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