Samsung's PN50A450 is the V6 Mustang of the flat-screen TV world...it looks the same but cannot compete.
Introduction
Big doesn't have to mean expensive. Although the high-end 1080p resolution has become the de facto standard for most HDTV buyers as prices have fallen, Samsung's PN50A450 plasma-screen TV cuts resolution down to 720p in order to offer more screen real estate for the buck. Unfortunately, this corner cutting shows in the final video quality, which looks grainy and lacks the sizzle of better sets. But those who prioritize price and size over resolution may still find this extremely affordable television to be a good value.
*Note: Samsung is using the model number PN50A460 for the same set at discount retailers.
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by Ryan on December 1, 2008:
“I thought the review was a bit harsh. I've had this set only a short time, but I absolutely love it and don't miss the 1080p. Perhaps that's because I don't use Blu-Ray and I don't play video games on it. I'm certainly not the most discrimating user out...” More...