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LG LG 50" 50PV450 1080p Plasma HDTV

3.2 (111 reviews)
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LG's 50-inch 1080p plasma delivers deep blacks and blur-free motion with a 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio and 600Hz refresh.

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Overview

The LG 50PV450 is a 50-inch plasma HDTV built for viewers who value picture quality above all else. With Full HD 1080p resolution and a 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, the panel produces the deep blacks and wide color range that plasma technology is celebrated for. The 600Hz Sub Field Driving technology tackles one of the most common complaints with large-screen TVs — motion blur — by breaking each frame into rapid sub-fields that keep fast action looking crisp and fluid. Whether you're watching a football match, an action movie, or playing console games, the motion clarity is a noticeable step up from standard refresh rate displays.

Practical features round out the package. The Intelligent Sensor reads ambient light conditions in your room and automatically adjusts the picture, so colors and brightness look right whether you're watching in a bright living room or a dimmed home theater. For those who prefer hands-on control, Picture Wizard II walks you through calibrating black level, color, tint, sharpness, and backlight. Connectivity includes three HDMI inputs and a USB port that supports playback of video, music, and image files directly from a thumb drive. While it lacks the built-in smart platform found on newer models, the ample HDMI ports make it easy to connect a streaming device, game console, and Blu-ray player simultaneously.

Key Features

50-inch Plasma HDTV panel with Full HD 1080p resolution and 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio

600Hz Sub Field Driving virtually eliminates motion blur, for crystal-clear motion video in sports, games, etc.

Intelligent Sensor automatically optimizes the picture for the lighting and color conditions in the viewing room

Easy self-calibration for key picture quality elements such as black level, color, tint, sharpness, and backlight levels

Enjoy media from connected USB devices with support for a wide range of video, music, and image files

Connectivity technology: 3 HDMI, USB

Specifications

Brand
LG
Model
50PV450
Screen Size
50 inches
Display Technology
Plasma
Resolution
1080p Full HD
Refresh Rate
600Hz Sub Field Driving
Dynamic Contrast Ratio
3,000,000:1
Connectivity
3 HDMI, USB
Special Features
Intelligent Sensor, Picture Wizard II, Smart Energy Saving
Supported Streaming Services
Pandora, Amazon Instant Video

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • 600Hz Sub Field Driving delivers smooth, blur-free motion for sports and fast-paced content
  • 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio produces deep blacks and rich color depth typical of plasma technology
  • Intelligent Sensor automatically adjusts picture quality to match room lighting conditions
  • Three HDMI inputs provide enough connectivity for multiple source devices
  • USB media playback supports a wide range of video, music, and image file formats

👎 Cons

  • Plasma panels consume more power than comparable LED or LCD TVs of this size
  • The 50-inch panel is heavy and bulky compared to modern flat-panel displays
  • No built-in Wi-Fi or smart TV app platform beyond basic streaming services
  • Plasma screens can be susceptible to temporary image retention with static content
  • Limited to 3 HDMI ports, which may be insufficient for users with many devices

Frequently Asked Questions

The 50PV450 outputs Full HD 1080p resolution (1920x1080), providing sharp detail across its 50-inch plasma panel.
It divides each frame into rapid sub-fields, virtually eliminating motion blur during fast-moving content like sports and gaming.
The 50PV450 includes 3 HDMI ports and a USB port for playing media files directly from flash drives or external storage.
It detects the ambient lighting and color conditions in your room and automatically adjusts picture settings for optimal viewing without manual tweaking.
Yes, the built-in Picture Wizard II guides you through self-calibration of black level, color, tint, sharpness, and backlight levels.