Full Review
Introduction
The Panasonic TC-P42X3 ($599 MSRP) is an entry-level 720p plasma screen that performs fairly well for what it is. It won’t dazzle anyone, but despite its below-average color performance the TC-P42X3 isn’t a bad buy.
Editorial Note: This is a review of the Panasonic Viera TC-P42X3. Test results are for this model, but should indicate the general performance of other sizes in the TC-PxxX3 series. The TC-PxxX3 series includes the following models: TC-P42X3, TC-P46X3 and TC-P50X3. Read here for more details on series differences.
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Blacks & Whites
A great black level and contrast ratio, but it struggles with producing a bright screen. Read More... |
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Color Accuracy
Decent color performance, with some odd RGB curves. Read More... |
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Motion
Average motion performance, but no major issues to report. Read More... |
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Viewing Effects
A great viewing angle, but a low native resolution of 720p. Read More... |
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Calibration
Learn about the calibration settings for the Panasonic Viera TC-P42X3. Read More... |
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Page 7
Connectivity
With a limited amount of ports, the TC-P42X3 eschews many legacy analog ports for internet features. Read More... |
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Audio & Menus
Decent audio quality and basic menus, with an informative manual. Read More... |
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Multimedia & Internet
Several internet options with local media playback. Read More... |
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Page 10
Power Consumption
Very low power consumption for a plasma screen. Read More... |
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Vs. Samsung PN50C550
 We compare the TC-P42X3 to the PN50C550. Read More... |
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Vs. Panasonic TC-P42GT25
 We compare the TC-P42X3 to the TC-P42GT25. Read More... |
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Vs. Vizio E321VL
 We compare the TC-P42X3 to the E321VL. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Panasonic Viera TC-P42X3. Read More... |
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Series Comparison
Read about the difference between the models in the TC-PxxX3 series Read More... |
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Page 16
Photo Gallery
See photos of the Panasonic Viera TC-P42X3 Read More... |
Part 17
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Panasonic Viera TC-P42X3. Add your comments... |
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