By Mark Walters

Are you considering purchasing a new TV? Then you may be confused about the different types on the market right now. LCD TVs and Plasma Screen TVs are both types of slim line, superior image quality, flat screen televisions but which one would suit your needs better? Below are some suggestions to help you choose between the two types of TV, one thing for sure is that most of us don’t want to replace our TV too often so quality as well as price are important considerations.

LCD’s are generally heavier than Plasma screen TVs so if you are planning to wall mount your TV then the Plasma may be the wiser option. A lighter TV is also more portable and can be moved between rooms more easily if necessary. However if you are considering buying a TV for the bedroom LCD TVs are generally considered to be better because they work well in rooms where the lighting is dimmer. Plasma screen TVs have a brighter picture shine and work better in rooms where the lighting is stronger. LCD TVs also come in varying sizes and can be fitted into smaller areas of space whereas the Plasma types usually have screens of 32 inches or more.

The color accuracy is generally considered to be better on Plasma TVs than LCDs, as is the contrast ratio. This means that the quality of the images is higher, rendered by the deeper levels of black. Plasma TVs also have a higher grey scale level and this also enhances the quality of the color accuracy on the screen, with LCD TVs white light is filtered. With a Plasma TV color is produced at the light source and this gives images color accuracy and also color vibrancy.

LCD TVs have a longer display life than the Plasma versions. Most can reach around 100,000 hours as opposed to the 60,000 hours of a Plasma TV. Plasma TVs also generate more heat than LCD TVs and use more power because they use phosphors to create images. LCD’s also work better at high altitudes whereas plasmas can perform poorly at higher altitude levels. An LCD TV is also less susceptible to getting ‘burn-in’ on any static images.

When it comes to choosing between a Plasma TV and an LCD TV you are essentially choosing a competing technology with both offering many similar important features. It is the way the image is delivered that makes the difference and for a non-techie type of person it may just be size, cost and initial reaction to the image quality that is the deciding factor. Other people enjoy mulling over the technical features and these will be the deciding factors for them.

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