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.
Plasma TVs once offered deep blacks and wide viewing angles at large sizes. New production largely ended by the mid-2010s, so today plasmas are only a used/refurbished option. Learn what made them popular, what to check if you buy one, and modern alternatives to consider.
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.
A concise 2025 guide to choosing a digital wall clock: display types, connectivity, accessibility, power options, and buying tips to match your room and routine.
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.
A modern home theater package centers on 4K HDR displays, immersive Dolby Atmos/DTS:X audio, and smart connectivity. Choose between full speaker systems or soundbars based on room size and budget; prioritize display and sound quality and use calibration tools for best results.
CRT HDTVs used cathode ray tubes to display high-definition signals (commonly 720p and 1080i). Once a competitive, lower-cost alternative to early plasma and LCDs, CRT HDTVs declined as flat panels became thinner, larger, and more energy efficient. Today CRTs survive mainly in retro-gaming and niche professional uses.
Flat-panel TVs now dominate living rooms, while modern DLP projectors - improved by LED/laser light sources and 4K/HDR support - serve home theaters, portable systems, and cinemas.