OVR ANGL SD RMT
OVR ANGL SD RMT

THE GOOD
Relatively inexpensive; produces a deep shade of black; accurate initial color temperature; solid connectivity with three HDMI inputs; handsome, understated exterior.

THE BAD
Color decoding accentuates red; inaccurate primary color of green; ineffective noise reduction.

THE BOTTOM LINE
Panasonic's TH-42PX80U 42-inch plasma sets the picture quality-to-value standard for entry-level plasma TVs.

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Average CNET Reader Rating: 8.7 out of 10

CNET Reader Reviews

  1. March 13, 2008 09:45

    4.5/5
    Let me start by saying I have worked for a major electronics retailer as a home theater specialist since late 2006 and have heard my fair share of promises from plasma venders trying to compete with the latest LCD technology, so when a Panasonic rep...  read more »

    - Graviti

  2. April 11, 2008 08:40

    5.0/5
    *With exorbitant prices for minimal returns.

    After researching various publications and material (1) and through personal observation (2), I was convinced that this set would provide the maximum quality for a reasonable price. There are certa...  read more »

    - rastafria

  3. October 6, 2008 08:52

    5.0/5
    from a guy who likes tvs (have lcd micro display, 2 lcd flat panels, an older crt and this being the second plasma) - i'd say panasonic gives the best value for the money. researched consumer reports and cnet before purchasing and am very happy with...  read more »

    - edwinagustin


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