The Pioneer PDP436SXE a superb tv. So it’s a pity that such a great set is superseded by newer technology after only a few months of it being in the market.

When it made it’s way in March 2006, the 43 inch plasma boasts the best picture quality in a plasma. In fact, the CNET editor in UK gave a rare, 9.1/10 outstanding rating to it.

With the introduction of newer 1080p sets, this great unit will be another great unit that is only capable of handling 1080i signals, despite doing it superbly well.

Performance:
Outstanding black color level mesmerized even the most fussy critics. The brightness of 1100cd/m2 and it’s 2HD digital video processing feature promise a picture quality second to none. In fact, you’ll be impressed with the picture quality no matter if it comes from a dvd, playstation or HD transmission. They look realistic, motions are smooth and edges are completely clean from jagged pixels.

Like most plasma shipped in the early 2006, the PDP436SXE however, only has a HDMI input and lack a DVI connection.

Overall, this is such a great set when it was released. Unfortunately it enjoys only a temporary fame because most plasma shipped nowadays are going for 1080p resolution with at least 2 HDMI and for better price.

For a great picture, this model should be in your shortlist. However, for the benefits of future connectivity, it’s not a model of our choice.

p/s Studies have shown that the difference between 1080i and 1080p resolutions are not going to be much. In fact, it’s so hard for our eyes to tell the difference.

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