While they certainly have their Pro’s there are a couple of distinct disadvantages of a plasma TV that you need to understand. Educating yourself about these flat screen televisions will certainly aid you in making your final decision.

Disadvantage # 1: Does size matter?

Plasma TV’s are readily available in sizes 42" to 65". But what if you wanted something smaller? Perhaps your room space or furniture will onlyallow a 37" TV? Or perhaps you want to put one in the bathroom so you can watch the news while soaking in the tub? Well then a plasma is not going to work. You are probably going to have to get an LCD TV.

Disadvantage # 2: Sunlight…Natures gift…The plasma’s curse

Does your TV viewing room have a lot of sunshine coming through your windows? While this is a ideal thing to keep a room cheerful, sunshine is the arch enemy of the plasma. Why? Simply put it is because the plasma screen is made of glass and can reflect a whole lot of light. What does this mean for you? Besides an annoying glare it possibly also mean a washout of color. Even ambient lighting can cause a contrast ratio reduction, especially in black colors produced on the screen. So if plan on buying a plasma TV then look for room darkening curtains that you can use during TV watching times. Don’t forget to turn off those lamps and overhead lights. Here is a suggestion you may want to get a plasma with a glare reducing shield. Remember every little thing will help. Another suggestion is to purchase a LCD.

Disadvantage # 3: Were you planning on hooking up to your computer?

Do you like the idea of downloading movies and watching them on your TV? In effect your TV becomes a huge computer monitor! Add to this the use of an external hard drive to store hundreds of your favorite movies and it is apparent that you want a TV that can attach to your computer to get a HD picture. I am sorry to say some plasma TV’s are not equipped to do this. So here is my idea. Do your research first. Some of the newer models will allow you to do this. Your other option is to get the next model up from the one you are looking at to get this feature. Your other choice is to buy a LCD TV.

After reading this article you might think I don’t like Plasma TV’s and favor LCD TVs. That is not necessarily the case because they both have their benefits and advantages. If you would like to read about the differences between a Plasma and LCD feel free to read our website article.