Plasma displays used ionized gas cells to deliver deep blacks, wide viewing angles, and smooth motion. Once popular for large HDTVs, plasmas were phased out in the mid-2010s as LED/LCD and OLED technologies matured.
A 27-inch TV remains a practical choice for tight spaces and budgets. Modern small TVs offer smart features, Full HD performance, lower running costs, and good durability - ideal for bedrooms, dorms, or as a gaming/secondary display.
Updated guide to big-screen TVs in 2025: compare OLED, QLED/Mini-LED, MicroLED and laser projectors by contrast, brightness, viewing angle, gaming latency, and room lighting.
Plasma TVs are now legacy; today's choices are LED-LCD (including QLED), OLED, Mini-LED and emerging MicroLED. Pick based on room brightness, viewing habits and budget.
Pioneer Elite plasma TVs (notably the Kuro models) earned praise for deep blacks and cinematic picture quality. Plasma is now legacy technology; modern buyers typically choose LED-LCD or OLED, but used Elite sets still appeal to some viewers.