Samsung PN43D450 43-inch HDTV: No-motion-blurs-guaranteed Plasma HDTV

Plasma HDTV technology continues to grow and expand with 600Hz HDTVs such as the Samsung PN43D450. Targeting the mid-range market with bang for you buck prices this HDTV ensures great performance for those discerning users of the fast and the furious.

Design

Going for the standard black frame, the Samsung PN43D450 has a simple design with a uniform matte black bezel. The stand is simple and sturdy while the frame is narrower than previous generations of plasma HDTVs. Samsung attributes the extra inch for the PN43D450's 43” screen to their new Plus One design for a slightly larger screen than other competitors (who generally just stick to 42”). The HDTV fits well within a smaller living room despite its larger real estate and should fit well with most settings. The wide base has a glossy finish so expect some fingerprints or smudges in that area.

Features and Specifications

While the Samsung PN43D450 does pack in a 43” screen it only offers a resolution of 720p for HD movies and images. If you're worried about your HD sports channel this shouldn't be an issue as most HD broadcasts are in 720p HD anyway. The truly awesome aspect of this HDTV is that it offers a massive 600Hz refresh rate through 600Hz subfield motion technology. When coupled together with it's 0.001ms response time, it is the perfect display for those discerning users who want ultra perfect clarity despite the video or action going at 100 miles per second. The HDTV also offers two built-in 10W speakers with surround sound technology.

Specification-wise the Samsung PN43D450 only has two HDMI ports but makes up for it by also having two AV component ports as well. This means you can add your HD channel TV box along with a HDMI capable gaming console and an additional sound system while you're at it. The HDTV also offers a USB port for direct image, music and video replay straight off of a USB flash memory drive.

Performance

As long as you stick to 720p video and images, the quality and depth of the images or video are simply stunning on the Samsung PN43D450. Sports enthusiasts will love this HDTV simply because you can clearly see all the details in your action shots without seen annoying motion blurs at all. Gamers, especially those with gaming consoles will also enjoy this HDTV as it guarantees you great visual performance when you're racing down a track or trying to survive in the modern day battlefield. Sound quality is also above average so you don't get any tinny effects like some other competitor models. The 720p resolution actually makes the whole experience better for those with a small living room as your eyes do not need to adjust despite the larger screen real-estate.

Conclusion

All in all, the Samsung PN43D450 is a great plasma HDTV for the sports enthusiast and gaming console gamer as its 600Hz refresh rate and 0.001 response time combine to make it probably the best buy for this market of users. It's only limitation is it's 720p HD resolution but when used in a small room environment such as an apartment living room, this shouldn't be noticeable. Blu-ray machine and media owners should look elsewhere though.