Why were plasma TV discontinued?

Were they better than LCD or led TVs? Others reasons that Plasma was discontinued was because they consume a lot more power than LED/LCD and OLED TVs – they also generate heat. In addition, it is more expensive to include 4K resolution in a Plasma TV, that is why no 4K Plasma TVs were made for consumers.

What killed Panasonic plasma TV?

As industry experts reflect on the demise of yet another class-leading lineup of television sets (just like the critically acclaimed Pioneer Kuro before it), it has transpired that 4K Ultra HD, or lack thereof, was the main factor behind Panasonic’s plasma exit.

What year did Panasonic stop making plasma TVs?

2014
Since manufacturers were focused on making 4k LED TVs, plasma TVs became less available, and by 2014, Panasonic, LG, and Samsung all stopped their plasma production.

Are plasma TVs still made in 2020?

Plasma TV production ended in 2015. However, they are still being used and sold in the secondary market. This information applies to televisions from a variety of manufacturers including, but not limited to, those made by LG, Samsung, Panasonic, Sony, and Vizio.

Are plasma TVs worth buying?

Most definitely, yes. The plasma TVs were better because of many reasons. First and foremost the plasma panel produced brilliant blacks. When black is not black (but a shade of grey), then all other colours get that much washed out.

Do plasma TVs have any value?

The only plasma TVs that still retain some value are the last generation Panasonic top of the line and Pioneer Kuro Elite TVs. Donate it and take the tax write off.

What was the best Panasonic plasma?

Panasonic’s latest television, the ZT60, is the best plasma the company has ever made. It will also be the last plasma panel to come out of the company’s research and development department, which means Panasonic will never make a higher-quality plasma television.