Samsung PN51D7000

A 51-inch plasma HDTV with 3D video support, the Samsung PN51D7000 ($1,597.99 list) offers an even further reduced bezel presence, video playback from USB devices and more. More features are included like SRS TheaterSound audio, networking with DLNA devices and a contrast ratio in the millions.

Design and Features
The PN51D7000 comes in Samsung's Plasma +1, its trademark reduced bezel which allows for bigger screen sizes within smaller frames than normal. Thanks to that, this glossy black frame measures just 1.5 inches thing, and rests on a similarly-styled stand with the company's signature touch of clear plastic that swivels to support its viewing angle. In addition to two built-in speakers, this model sports four HDMI inputs, two USB ports, component video inputs, a VGA port, an HD 15 pin D-Sub PC port and more.

This Samsung model packs a 15 million to 1 contrast ratio along with a 600Hz subfield motion drive, or the company's way of measuring refresh rate. It also sports a response time of .001 millieseconds. Of course, this all supports the plasma display's 1,920 by 1,080 resolution. Users can enjoy 2D converted to 3D content as well, but with optional glasses.

Thanks to built-in Wi-Fi, the PN51D7000 can access Samsung Smart TV, the company's suite of web apps like video portals Netflix and Hulu as well as social networks such as Facebook and Twitter. And through ConnectShare Movie, users can playback video content from USB devices like digital cameras and thumb drives.