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sGt HarDKorE · Jun 28, 2009, 01:03 PM

So I'm looking to buy a flat screen TV, and I have a few questions, but first let me tell you how I will use it. It will be used to play games on (xbox 360 atm) and to watch movies. I want the best HD possible which I think is 1080p? Im looking at some tv's on best buy's site, and I'm confused on what's better: Plasma or HD? I am really concerned for the quality of games, as that's the most important part to me. Also, how many Hertz do I want? I see 60hz to 600hz and so on. So please fill me in :)

Here is one of the ones I'm checking out: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....=1218079754471

Any useful info on it would be appreciated

twinkiedooter · Jun 28, 2009, 02:35 PM

I don't know much about plasma but I prefer the LCD screens as they are more energy efficient. Also, my son (age 25) is an avid gamer and plays a lot of video games suggested that you not get such a large screen as it would be almost impossible for you to properly play your Xbox games. Unless, of course, you are used to such a large screen to play your games on. He has a 27" Panasonic CRT type model TV that he plays his games on and the only games that he would like a wider screen would be the Grand Theft Auto type games to make it easier to see the roadway.

Would suggest you find a friend who has such a large screen and try and play a few of your favorite games on before investing that kind of money.

I personally find the larger screens hard to watch - even movies. But then, that's just me.

You also need to go into the store and look at the picture quality of each maker and see what seems crisper to you. That's what I did when I was shopping for a LCD for my bedroom. I ended up with a LCD from Sharp and am very happy with it.

N0help4u · Jun 28, 2009, 02:40 PM

I don't know that brand
My favorite brands are
Toshiba
Philips
JVC
Sony
Sharp

I like HD best

ballengerb1 · Jun 28, 2009, 04:10 PM

PCWorld did a nice article that should help you. How to Buy a Flat-Screen HDTV - PC World I bought a Visio plasma from Costco and now wish I had gone LCD. I don't have the article at hand that explains there are only 4-5 actually manufacturers and you would only recognize 1 of their names. Oops I lied, found it. http://www.plasmatvbuyingguide.com/p...makeswhat.html

Stringer · Jun 28, 2009, 05:21 PM

I have a 42' Panasonic in my family room that is a plasma and I love it.

I am planning on building a home theater in my basement and I too am looking for a giant screen, LCD or plasma, not sure either. Or I may use a front ceiling projector system with a pull down screen. So I will be investigating the best types also.