Typical price: £1,999
What is it: Fully integrated, high-definition compatible 43-inch plasma TV
What we think: Pioneer's 436SXE is as good as plasma gets
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 5 May 2006
Tags: Pioneer, Pioneer PDP 436SXE, home cinema, film, analogue
We like:
Clean styling; high-definition compatibility; integrated Freeview; state-of-the-art technology; excellent all round performance
We don't like:
Only one HDMI input; no PC input
You might also need:
HDMI, RGB Scart and component cables
CNET UK judgement:
Pioneer's first fully integrated screen has set new standards in plasma picture performance and this is complemented by a stunning design and future-proof specification, aside from the omission of a dedicated PC input
Full review:
Editor's note: The score for this television was adjusted downwards from 9.3 to 9.0 on 21 November 2006 to correctly position the PDP 436SXE in this rapidly improving market. Continue Reading...
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November 19, 2006
Posted by: Andy Smith
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July 4, 2006
Posted by: Andrew Ingham
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