Pros

  • Great connected features and good image quality
  • Nice user interface
  • Good media playback features

Cons

  • A bit skimpy on inputs
  • Very high energy consumption
  • No 3D support
  • So-so audio

At A Glance

The Samsung Series 6500 PN58C6500TFXZA delivers good image quality and great connected-TV features at a reasonable price; but it hogs energy, lacks 3D support, and skimps on inputs.

Manufacturer’s Description

Samsung's new C6500 Series Plasma flat-panel HDTVs represent our finest innovations in design and performance. Samsung's new E3-Panel combined with our Clear Image Panel technology provides a stunning high-contrast picture at any angle. It's not just the images on screen that capture your attention the Ultra Slim cabinet is only 1.5 deep and designed with a stylish vibe. Samsung's new Internet@TV connectivity package offers customizable online content via user-friendly widgets and networking capability via the DLNA standard, as well as playback of your camera and camcorder via USB. Four advanced HDMI inputs featuring Samsung's Anynet+ technology make system control of compatible A/V devices, like a Blu-ray player or Home Theater system, a one-touch operation. If you're looking for the best Full HD 1080p performance with advanced styling and Internet connectivity, Samsung's new C6500 Series Plasma HDTVs are designed with this in mind.

The Specs

Display
Broadcast Format Displayed 1080p
Display size 58.0 inches
Contrast ratio 5000000:1
Display type Plasma
Aspect ratio 16:9
Resolution 1080p pixels
Refresh rate 600.0 Hz
Ports and Connections
Available Interfaces
  • Component Video
  • Composite Video
  • Digital Optical
  • Ethernet
  • USB
  • VGA
HDMI 4

Performance

Lab Tests 2D
Brightness and Contrast Rating Good
Brightness and Contrast Score 3.2
Color Quality Rating Good
Color Quality Score 3.4
Detail Rating Good
Detail Score 3.4
Motion Rating Good
Motion Score 3.2
Power Usage
Green Rating Fair
Green score 63