Samsung PN51E450
Manufacturer: Samsung Part number: PN51E450A1FXZA
Where to buy
*Total price for the Samsung PN51E450 are estimated and may vary slightly based on exact tax, shipping, manufacturer rebate or any sale/promotion on the merchant site.
show CNET editors' review
Samsung PN51E450 price range: $527.99 - $556.00
- Reviewed by: Ty Pendlebury
- Edited by: David Katzmaier
- Reviewed on: 09/17/2012
The good: The inexpensive Samsung E450 series plasma TV is a well-rounded performer with deep black levels for the money and decent shadow detail. Color saturation is one of the TV's high points. The E450 uses less power than most plasmas its size.
The bad: The image washes out quite a bit in normal room lighting. The picture processing suffers from poor compatibility with 24p and 1080i material, and this could be symptomatic of the TV's low 720p resolution. Color accuracy is fairly poor.
The bottom line: The Samsung E450 series plasma may not be perfect, but you won't find another TV that performs this well for this low a price.
Read CNET's full review
show User reviews
Write Review Showing opinion 1 to 2 out of 2
-
-
9 stars
Most attractive eye appealing picture in its price rang
by LouMigs on August 2, 2012
Pros: Very good Picture quality, vibrant color, inky blacks, eye pleasing picture compared with other TV's in this price range. Can fix the reddish skin tones in Dynamic mode by lowering sharpness to 35 and changing color and brightness to 50 each.
Cons: No anti glare coating. Only 3 picture settings. Can only adjust advanced options in Movie setting mode. NO side inputs. Not Full HD 1080p. Factory setting Dynamic picture mode sometimes produces reddish skin tones, Depending on content.
Summary: Screen too reflective if you are going to watch primarily in brightly lit room. This is my bedroom TV so it is not a big factor but when watching during ...
Read more
Summary: Screen too reflective if you are going to watch primarily in brightly lit room. This is my bedroom TV so it is not a big factor but when watching during the day you see reflections in the screen. Can be quite distracting but you have to spend alot more for a plasma with anti reflective coating. Or you can drop screen size and get a LCD with a Matte screen. I was considering exchanging for the Panasonic TC-P50U50 or LG50PA5500 or LG50PA6500 mainly b/c for an extra 100 dollars I can upgrade to Full 1080p but I am very happy with the set with the exception of the reflections during day time viewing. The other sets will have reflection issues as well. Not sure if they would be better or worse. Considering I am happy with the picture I am not sure if it is worth all the trouble to exchange. I did prefer the Samsung PN51E450 in the store hence why I bought it. I would get more settings with the other sets and full HD but I mainly watch with my cable box at night in the bedroom. I have been watching more daytime tv since buying it though. Other side note is that I own a Panasonic Plasma TC-P65VT30 which is their flagship TV for 2011. I find myself going back and forth between family room and bedroom to compare the picture on cable and I have to say the E450 is pretty close in pic quality with cable content. I even prefer the E450's picture with 480p content.IguesstheE450 720p TV handles the picture better I Dunno. I am very satisfied for $497 compared to $2750 for Panny TC-P65VT30
Show less
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
-
3 stars
Burned in images before 2 years.
by bradrahaman on July 13, 2012
Pros: Sharp picture initially.
Cons: Burned in images before 2 years.
Customer service does not attempt to offer anything for a defective product and has no retention department.
0 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
Showing opinion 1 to 2 out of 2
See pricing
show Specifications
- Manufacturer: Samsung
- Part number: PN51E450A1FXZA
- Bottom Line: The Samsung E450 series plasma may not be perfect, but you won't find another TV that performs this well for this low a price.
General
- TV type Plasma
- Screen size 51 in
- Color Charcoal black
Features
- TV features Wide Color Enhancer Plus,
ConnectShare Movie,
Slim frame design,
Auto volume leveler,
Down Firing + Full Range speaker,
Eco Sensor,
Game mode,
Auto channel search,
SRS TheaterSound Video
- Technology Plasma (PDP)
- Native resolution 1024 x 768
- Resolution 720p
- Motion Enhancement Technology 600Hz Subfield Motion
- Progressive Scan Progressive scanning (line doubling)
TV Tuner
- TV tuner presence Yes
- Digital TV tuner ATSC,
QAM Audio
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in - 10 Watt
- Surround mode Yes
- Sound effects SRS TheaterSound
- Total output power 20 Watt
Connectivity
- HDMI ports qty 2
- Input/Output connections 2 x HDMI input (19 pin HDMI Type A),
1 x Component video input,
1 x Composite video input,
1 x Digital audio output (optical) (TOSLINK),
1 x USB 2.0 (4 pin USB Type A) - Video interface HDMI,
Component,
Composite Convenience
- V-chip control Yes
Remote Control
- Type Standard remote control
- Second remote control type None
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & support 1 year warranty
- Service & support details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year
Stands & Mounts
- Stand included Included
- Stand design Tabletop
- Flat panel mount interface 400 x 400 mm
Power
- Power device Power supply
- Power consumption stand by / sleep 0.3 Watt
Environmental Standards
- ENERGY STAR version 5.3
Dimensions & Weight
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 46.9 in x 2.2 in x 27.8 in - Without stand
- Weight 43.2 lbs
Sustainability
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Yes
- Greenpeace policy rating (Nov 2011) 4.1
- Greenpeace policy rating (Nov 2012) 4.2
See pricing
Manage updates with the Download App
Dell Home and Home Office 
Since 1979!. Money Back Guarantee! 
