- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
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Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma)
- 51" 1080p Plasma
- 3D 96 Hz
- Internet enabled
Released February, 2011
Rated 80% by by shopland (Sep, 2011)Good overall picture quality, love the slim cabinet (1.25 inches thick)and how it looks on the stand and because this model is a Smart TV with built in wi-fi, I have been watching a lot of Netflix movies (30 day free trial).
Conclusion Check out the Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma)
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma)
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51”
Plasma
Rated 100% by by Scott-D-Shell (May, 2011)We watch a lot of netflix streamed movies, so not having to turn on the xbox to use it is a nice plus.
size
51"
64"
40"
7000 Series (2011 Plasma) by c|net (Oct, 2011)We performed a hands-on evaluation of the 59-inch Samsung PN59D7000, but this review also applies to the other screen sizes in the series.
7000 Series (2011 Plasma) by SuPeRz (Aug, 2011)Gaming on this size screen is not what I would consider ideal, I would pretty much say that a 40" should suffice.
thickness
7000 Series (2011 Plasma) by Dennis-R. (May, 2011)Picture is outstanding out of the box with a few personal tweaks, colors bright and warm, blacks are rich and depth of picture beautiful in 2d.
7000 Series (2011 Plasma) by LCDTVBuyingGuideThe thin 1" brushed charcoal metallic finish lends a very expensive look and the depth of the TV is the same at just 1.4.
Performance Real world tests of Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma)
black levels
7000 Series (2011 Plasma) by B.-Simonds (Apr, 2011)The richness in colors, the black levels, let me say the black levels again.
7000 Series (2011 Plasma) by Melanie-Hill--heavenbound1As far as the tv itself, we did notice that some of the color was washed out and we were not totally pleased with the picture.
contrast ratio
7000 Series (2011 Plasma) by KH (Dec, 2011)blacks are extremely deep, and the contrast ratio, white balance, and color are stunning when watching movies.
7000 Series (2011 Plasma) by Prem (Dec, 2011)The clarity is crisp, colors are perfect, black and white contrast is deep and real.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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Hulu Plus, Netflix, VUDU, YouTube -
Picasa -
Napster, Pandora -
Facebook, Twitter -
AVCHD, MPEG4 -
MP3, WMA9 -
GIF, JPEG, PNG -
video chat with friends from the comfort of your living room -
0.1492/0.06 -
enjoy realistic 3D videos at home -
access streaming content over the Internet -
0.6378/0.33 -
built-in, 802.11n -
0.47 -
2.17 -
4 -
0.0061 cd/sq. m. -
2 -
1 -
1080i content is smoothly rendered at the TV's native resolution -
1 -
29.97 mm -
1 -
38 mm -
82.37%
cons
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SSG-3500CR, 79 dollars -
might be harder to access your digital photos, music and video -
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None
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Reviews Word on the street
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 |  Rated by 170 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by Hammonddave--Hammonddave (Dec, 2011) Rated 100% by by Captain-Kirk--Captain-Kirk (Feb, 2012) Rated 100% by by Mishima-Triad (Dec, 2011) |
Panel
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by K.W. (Aug, 2012)In the Plasma vs. LCD vs. LED LCD debate I went with Plasma because sports were much more enjoyable - for me - to watch.
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by Bryan-O-Brien (Oct, 2011)The picture and features are great, but 3D mode isn't all that useful concidering the programing available and what you pay for glasses.
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by Rojohn--Redwing (Jan, 2012)Positives include very good off angle viewing, deep, rich, lifelike colors, screen uniformity, great setting options, decent sound and very deep blacks.
3d
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by J.-POLLARD (May, 2011)Of course, this is a subjective thing...but I do consider myself a pretty tough critic.3D Quality: I watched Shrek in 3D right after hooking it up.
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by KH (Dec, 2011)I've been watching diretv 3d, 3d movies and i must say its very cool.
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by LCDTVBuyingGuideThe TV recognizes when the 3D glasses are synced and an alert pops up on the screen stating, "3D Glasses are now connected.
Content
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by New-to-Plasma (Dec, 2011)As far as content, I viewed a combination of SD and HD programming on DirecTV, PS3 Blu-Ray, XBOX 360, and 3D Blu-Ray, all using Monster M1000 Series HDMI cables.
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 20% by by PP (Sep, 2011)Watching movies on the PS3 were truly an experience on a large scale display such as this.
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 80% by by B.-Simonds (Apr, 2011)The richness in colors watching blue ray movies is blowing me away and watching the Yankees win is always great!
Type
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 80% by by Daniel-Solis--KudanrtSo it's taking some time to get used to, but I love the big images and beautiful and very accurate colors on this plasma!
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 80% by by Harry-A.-Sturm (Dec, 2011)Samsung PN64D7000 64-Inch 1080p 600 Hz 3D Plasma HDTV (Black)I traded a 50-inch Panasonic Viera Plasma for this Samsung 3D Plasma because I wanted a larger screen with 3D capabilities.
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 60% by by L.-A.-Olvera (Oct, 2011)LED/LCD. The motion is flawless and the color is excellent.
Picture quality
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by TuffyThis TV is much brighter, crisp picture and better sound.
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by alanSJ (Jun, 2012)I suppose if I took the time to adjust the settings to fit my own taste, the picture quality could probably be a little better.
Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" | Rated 100% by by MAXLSU (Mar, 2012)Hands down the best TV of 2011!!! When you take into account picture quality, price and features...no other TV comes close!
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | Samsung 8000 Series (2011 LCD) Highest contrast ratio 8000 Series (2011 LCD) 46" vs 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" |
 | 2 | Samsung 6400 Series Most even colors at default settings 6400 Series 40" (2011) vs 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" |
 | 3 | Panasonic VIERA GT30 2-way tie: Supports ISFccc Panasonic VIERA GT30 vs Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) |
 | 5 | LG LK450 Uses least power LG LK450 vs Samsung 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) |
 | 6 | Samsung 6500 Series 2-way tie: Supports picture-in-picture 6500 Series 55" (2011) vs 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" |
 | 7 | Samsung 550 Series (2011 Plasma) 3-way tie: OK component A/V inputs 550 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" vs 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" |
 | 8 | Samsung PN51E8000-GT-P3113TSY 8-way tie: Supports 3D PN51E8000-GT-P3113TSY 51" vs 7000 Series (2011 Plasma) 51" |
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