Pricing/Availability
MSRPs leaked here (1, 2) and at HDGuru.
Official press release here.
2011 PDP Feature Comparison
D4x0 series (768P panel) → D5x0 series (adds 1080P panel, better video processing) → D6500 series (adds better antiglare treatment, advanced calibration options, WiFi, Smart TV) → D7000 series (adds Real Black Filter, metallic bezel) → D8000 series (adds LCE, web browser, QWERTY remote, Skype compatibility, ARC)
Note: Black level will vary according to panel size. An MLL approaching 0.004 fL has been claimed by Samsung engineers (expected for 60-Hz sources across 6-, 7-, and 8-series lineup for 59/64" panels). Chad B has determined that the 64D8000 has a black level below 0.008 fL. CNET has measured 0.0071 fL on the PN59D8000. The higher MLL with Cinema Smooth engaged is related to an increase in the subfield pulse rate (source).
MSRPs leaked here (1, 2) and at HDGuru.
Official press release here.
| Model | Size (") | 2011 MSRP | 2010 MSRP | Availability |
| PN64D8000 | 64 | $3,799.99 | $3,799.99 | Apr-11 |
| PN59D8000 | 59 | $2,999.99 | $2,999.99 | Apr-11 |
| PN51D8000 | 51 | $2,299.99 | $2,299.99 | Apr-11 |
| PN64D7000 | 64 | $3,399.99 | $3,499.99 | Apr-11 |
| PN59D7000 | 59 | $2,599.99 | $2,699.99 | Apr-11 |
| PN51D7000 | 51 | $1,899.99 | $1,999.99 | Apr-11 |
| PN59D6500 | 59 | $2,199.99 | $2,399.99 | Mar-11 |
| PN51D6500 | 51 | $1,599.99 | $1,499.99 | Mar-11 |
| PN64D550 | 64 | $2,699.99 | $2,599.99 | Mar-11 |
| PN59D550 | 59 | $1,899.99 | $1,799.99 | Mar-11 |
| PN51D550 | 51 | $1,299.99 | $1,199.99 | Mar-11 |
| PN51D490 | 51 | $999.99 | $1,099.99 | Mar-11 |
| PN43D490 | 43 | $799.99 | Mar-11 | |
| PN51D450 | 51 | $799.99 | $799.99 | Feb-11 |
| PN43D450 | 43 | $599.99 | $599.99 | Feb-11 |
2011 PDP Feature Comparison
D4x0 series (768P panel) → D5x0 series (adds 1080P panel, better video processing) → D6500 series (adds better antiglare treatment, advanced calibration options, WiFi, Smart TV) → D7000 series (adds Real Black Filter, metallic bezel) → D8000 series (adds LCE, web browser, QWERTY remote, Skype compatibility, ARC)
Note: Black level will vary according to panel size. An MLL approaching 0.004 fL has been claimed by Samsung engineers (expected for 60-Hz sources across 6-, 7-, and 8-series lineup for 59/64" panels). Chad B has determined that the 64D8000 has a black level below 0.008 fL. CNET has measured 0.0071 fL on the PN59D8000. The higher MLL with Cinema Smooth engaged is related to an increase in the subfield pulse rate (source).
| Series | D8000 | D7000 | D6500 | D550 | D530 | D490 | D450 |
| Screen Sizes | 51", 59", and 64" | 51", 59", and 64" | 51" and 59" | 51", 59", and 64" | 51" and 59" | 43" and 51" | 43" and 51" |
| Bezel Design (width) | Brushed Metal / light titanium(1") | Brushed Metal / dark titanium(1") | Brushed Plastic / black (1") | ToC | ToC | High Glossy | High Glossy |
| Cabinet Design (depth) | Ultra-Slim (1.5") | Ultra-Slim (1.5") | Ultra-Slim (1.5") | Slim (2.2") | Slim (2.2") | Slim (2.2") | Slim (2.2") |
| Stand | Quad / chrome | Titan Square / dark titanium | Silver Square | Black Square | Black Square | Black Square | Glossy Square |
| Scan Format | Full HD (1920x1080P) | Full HD (1920x1080P) | Full HD (1920x1080P) | Full HD (1920x1080P) | Full HD (1920x1080P) | HD (1024/1360x768P) | HD (1024/1360x768P) |
| Crystal Full HD engine | Y | Y | Y | Y* | Y* | ||
| Cinema Smooth (4:4 pulldown) | Y | Y | Y | Y | |||
| Adv. calibration (CMS, 10-pt WB) | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| 3D support | Y (1080P) | Y (1080P) | Y (1080P) | Y (1080P) | Y | ||
| Real Black Filter** | Y | Y | |||||
| Local Contrast Enhancer*** | Y | ||||||
| Smart TV / Apps | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Web Browser (w/ QWERTY remote) | Y | ||||||
| Skype compatibility | Y | ||||||
| Audio Out**** | ARC/TOSLINK | TOSLINK | TOSLINK | TOSLINK | TOSLINK | TOSLINK | TOSLINK |
| HDMI Inputs | 4 (ARC via HDMI2) | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Built-in WiFi | Y | Y | Y | ||||
| Allshare | Y | Y | Y | Y |
*Indicated by spec sheet **Micro-louvered antiglare filter which rejects off-axis light to enhance perceived contrast (vertical viewing angles of roughly +/- 45 deg). ***LCE is a video-processing algorithm folded into the Dynamic Contrast control that analyzes different zones on the screen for contrast optimization. Defeatable by setting the dynamic contrast function within advanced settings to off (source). ****Audio Return Channel (ARC) requires Samsung's CEC protocol (Anynet+) to be enabled. DD5.1-channel audio available from internal TV tuner/apps via TOSLINK; 2.1-channel for external components when audio is routed back out through TOSLINK. Note: MJC (motion judder canceller) not carried over from 2010 C-series in North American market. Note: Beginning April 24, Samsung will provide two pairs of 3D active glasses for its entire 3D TV lineup at no additional cost with the purchase of any Samsung 3D LED TV or 3D Plasma TV. Reviews US Models PC Mag - PN51D8000 CNET - Panasonic TC-PVT30 vs. Samsung PND7000/8000: Which is the best TV of 2011 (so far)? CNET - PN59D7000 CNET - PN59D8000 TelevisionInfo.com - PN51D6500 TelevisionInfo.com - PN59D8000 Chad B - PN51D8000/PN64D8000 European Models AVForums - PS64D8000 HDTVTest - PS51D8000 (UK) FlatpanelsHD - PS51D8000 (Denmark) D8000 series
Samsung PN59D8000: 59-inch (spec sheet) Samsung PN64D8000: 64-inch (spec sheet) D7000 series
Samsung PN59D7000: 59-inch (spec sheet) Samsung PN64D7000: 64-inch (spec sheet) D6500 series
Samsung PN59D6500: 59-inch (spec sheet) D5x0 series
Samsung PN59D550: 59-inch (spec sheet) Samsung PN64D550: 64-inch (spec sheet) Samsung PN51D530: 51-inch Samsung PN59D530: 59-inch Samsung PN64D530: 64-inch D4x0 series
Samsung PN51D490: 51-inch (spec sheet) Samsung PN43D450: 43-inch (spec sheet) Samsung PN51D450: 51-inch (spec sheet) Manuals / Software / Firmware http://www.samsung.com/us/support/do...PN51D8000FFXZA http://www.samsung.com/us/support/do...PN51D7000FFXZA http://www.samsung.com/us/support/do...PN51D6500DFXZA http://www.samsung.com/us/support/do...PN51D550C1FXZA http://www.samsung.com/us/support/do...PN51D490A1DXZA http://www.samsung.com/us/support/do...PN51D450A2DXZA Accessories 3D Active Glasses spec sheet SSG-3100GB (battery-operated 3D glasses) manual Wireless charging hub spec sheet
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