Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - 51" Class - Plasma - 1080p - 600Hz - Smart - 3D - HDTV
Average customer rating
4.6
(65 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 65 reviews
5 Stars
49
4 Stars
12
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Star
3
91%of customers recommend this product.
(
50 out of
55)
Customer Reviews for Samsung - 51" Class - Plasma - 1080p - 600Hz - Smart - 3D - HDTV
Customer Rating
5
Breathtaking!
on July 7, 2011
Posted by: Addicted2HD
from Wilmington, DE
Expertise:Intermediate
This set has stunning picture quality. Incredible contrast and such natural colors. Can't say enough about it. Watching the the hi-def channels on cable is like being in the movies all day every day. But beware the burn-in. On standard-def cable (like my kid's channels) it makes the black bars on the sides and I've already seen it burn in that line at the edge of theblack bar. But I was able to use the built-in tool to erradicate it and now when we watch one of those channels I change the picture to fill up the screen (button is right on the remote). I hate the distortion this causes but my kid does not care. The built-in 3D feature is actually pretty cool. Not as impressive as watching a 3D source of course, but still pretty impressive that it can process a live signal into 3D. Looking forward to football season! The glasses are nice and light and since they are not the rechargable kind they are a lot cheaper than other brands. If you plan on using the apps a lot you should invest in the wireless keyboard. Typing on facebook with the remote is an absolute nightmare. It uses the old flip-phone texting style where each button on the number pad cycles through 3 or four letters until you get the right one. Also the automatic brightness control works very well. But make sure you do not have a light source behind you that you'll be able to see in the reflection of the TV because it makes this radiant rainbow effect and is distracting.
Pros: Bright display, Realistic color
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great 3D Television!
on April 22, 2011
Posted by: SGT337
from Sacramento, CA
I love the picture on this television, the black level on this tv is excellent and it has so many apps like netflix, vudu, facebook, blockbuster, etc. The 3D glasses are also much lighter than glasses that I have tried from Sony and LG but the glasses are not rechargable and connect via bluetooth. Also, the only way to get audio out is through optical outputs which makes using headphones difficult unless you get an expensive pair that have optical connection. Image retention is an issue with this tv, be careful with static images like black bars, but the tv has tools to mitigate the image retention risk. Last things being a plasma this television draws alot of power which is indicated by the thick power cord. This tv is a good value and I highly reconmend this television.
Pros: Inexpensive, great black levels, nice design
Cons: power consumption, image retention
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
4
Design
3
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Knockout
on June 17, 2011
Posted by: bobbymo
from Chicago
Never having owned a HDTV before, and being a BIG classic movie fan, I wanted a TV with very sharp resolution and very black blacks (for those Golden Age black & white films). After viewing LCD, LED and plasma TVs in several stores on a blu-ray loop (IMPORTANT, because most cable and network broadcasting is really rather FUZZY, so you won't get an idea of what the TV can do in terms of sharpness), my eyes told me that the plasmas had the highest level of clarity and resolution.
Why this particular model?
I found the styling on this Samsung PN51D7000 very attractive: classic, unobtrusive, and elegant. It's beautiful. The perfect size for my living room.
I also bought a Samsung Blu-ray player. 3-D movies are amazing, but the all-time winner so far is the digitally restored Wizard of Oz. Truly astonishing in the vibrancy of the colors and the never-before-seen clarity of detail. And this TV allows me to see it ALL!
My friends are sick of me talking about how wonderful this TV is - but it has really changed my life - much for the better.
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Realistic color, elegant styling, razor-sharp resolution, very black blacks, no burn-in
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
FINE TV
on June 6, 2011
Posted by: EnjoythisTV
from St. Petersburg Florida
Expertise:Intermediate
The T.V. was very easy to set up and get going out of the box. The auto link of the wifi for the smart TV set up on the auto search function with no issues. There was a firmware update which is expected since this is a new model. I followed the instructions and there were no problems installing it. The picture is excellent. The suround sound is very good and loud enough for T.V. and movie viewing. I do have a Bose Lifestyle System which I prefer overall. The 3-D movie function works very well and everyone in the family was happy with how well things jump out at us when this function is on and we are wearing the glasses. It should also be noted that there was very little to no glare with the T.V.
Pros: Built-in speakers, Bright display, Realistic color
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Samsung PN51D7000
on February 3, 2012
Posted by: NUC68
from Virginia
Expertise:Intermediate
I've owned this TV for two months and haven't begun to use all the features. Performance was excellent out-of-the-box. Setup was very easy. Have not used the Wireless functions yet so I can't speak for that. However, the picture quality has been great. I use a Polk Sound Bar with the TV but the TV speakers seem to be okay. If there is anything bad about this TV I haven't found it.
Pros: Built-in speakers, Realistic color, Lightweight, easy setup
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
4
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Great features at a great price.
on February 19, 2012
Posted by: ljeqh8
from Missouri
Expertise:Intermediate
I've only been using it for about a month, but so far I am extremely impressed. The level of picture customization is great, and once dialed in this TV has an incredible picture. Also, some people might not care too much for aesthetics of a set, but I can't help but love the brushed metal style and glass frame.
Pros: Inexpensive, Realistic color, picture customization
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Great TV, I am happy I own this
on April 14, 2011
Posted by: Siva
from Fremont, CA
Expertise:Intermediate
I replaced my 46"LED 2010 model with this 2011 Plasma model. I am really really happy with the picture quality of the plasma.. Sound is great. I haven't tried the 3D feature yet.
sofar so good. I have only one issue.. The TV doesnot have all the APP's (the preloaded) that shows on the Samsung website. I was looking for the YUPP TV app and still not being seen. Not sure if it is a compatible issue.. Hopefully this is added at the earliest. At this point that is only my concern..
sofar so good. I have only one issue.. The TV doesnot have all the APP's (the preloaded) that shows on the Samsung website. I was looking for the YUPP TV app and still not being seen. Not sure if it is a compatible issue.. Hopefully this is added at the earliest. At this point that is only my concern..
Pros: Built-in speakers, Inexpensive, Realistic color, 3d
Cons: in compatible app. (yupp tv)
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
4
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
On or Off, a beautiful TV
on June 23, 2011
Posted by: Kyro
from NC
Expertise:Intermediate
One of the first things you notice about this TV is that it looks almost as good off as it does when displaying its magnificient picture. Looking better than your competition while off is definitely nice but obviously it has to perform while on or nothing else matters. The 7000 series is a must own if you are looking for a new plasma, its picture can handle whatever your needs - wether you are someone who likes it bright and unreal or true to life!
There are too many pros for this TV to list... But if there is one con it would be the limited number of video setting presets. The adjustments that can be made are adequate but it would really be nice if it had two User Specific presets that you could add on your own. I would highly recommend this TV.
There are too many pros for this TV to list... But if there is one con it would be the limited number of video setting presets. The adjustments that can be made are adequate but it would really be nice if it had two User Specific presets that you could add on your own. I would highly recommend this TV.
Pros: Realistic color, Lightweight, multi-enviroment capable
Cons: no user specific video settings
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US