Panasonic Viera TC-P65VT25

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14 Reviews | About the ZDNet Score

With both 2D and 3D sources, Panasonic's flagship TC-PVT20/25 series plasma TV delivers outstanding overall picture quality.

Reviews

  • 8.7

    CNET Review

    June 16, 2010 | 2:51 AM PDT

    The Good: Superior black-level performance and excellent shadow detail; accurate primary colors in THX mode; great color saturation; effective antireflective screen; reproduces 1080p/24 cadence properly; VieraCast provides access to select Internet services and improved customization; solid 3D picture quality; includes 3D glasses.

    The Bad: Relatively expensive; last year's Panasonic plasmas lost black-level performance over relatively short periods of time; non-adjustable grayscale in THX mode; some artifacts in 1080p/24 mode; fewer streaming services and apps than the competition; uses more power than LCDs and newer plasmas.

    The Bottom Line: With both 2D and 3D sources, Panasonic's flagship TC-PVT20/25 series plasma TV delivers outstanding overall picture quality.

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  • 9.0

    alaTest.com

    May 26, 2012 | 12:00 AM PDT

    Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 167 reviews of Panasonic TC-P-VT25 Series Plasma TV (50", 54", 58", 65") from international magazines and websites.

    The Verdict: Experts rate this product 80/100 and users 84/100. Comparing these reviews to 405247 other TVs reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 90/100 = Excellent.

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  • 8.0

    hometheaterreview.com

    August 31, 2010 | 12:00 AM PDT

    Review Summary: Black is beautiful and there may be no better blacks than with the Panasonic line of plasma HDTVs. This set, sold exclusively through Best Buy, also comes in sizes of 65, 58, 54 and 50 inches respectively and comes with one pair of glasses....

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  • 8.0

    youreviewelectronics.com

    June 30, 2010 | 12:00 AM PDT

    Review Summary: Panasonic Viera TC-P50VT25 Plasma TV. An improvement over the VT10 line of the previous year, the VT25 series includes the 3D feature along with highly developed technology. The 600 Hz sub field drive is the main reason for the superb picture quality...

    The Verdict: Bottom-line: It doesn’t matter how beautiful the picture was if it only lasted 5 days, 5 months, or especially 5 days after the warranty period expired. Given that I haven’t found another 3D TV that doesn’t have an issue with ghosting (double-image),...

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  • 8.0

    youreviewelectronics.com

    June 29, 2010 | 12:00 AM PDT

    Review Summary: Panasonic Viera TC-P54VT25 Plasma TV. Panasonic has taken on the development of the Plasma TVs with fervor and it enters 2010 with even more improved versions of the HDTVs. The people are demanding more value for their money and Panasonic is making all...

    The Verdict: It was found that the picture quality of this TV was much better than the LCD TVs released this year and having 3D technology. The reason was found to rest with the 600 Hz sub field drive that this TV has. This allows each eye to view a resolution of...

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  • 8.0

    youreviewelectronics.com

    June 28, 2010 | 12:00 AM PDT

    Review Summary: Panasonic Viera TC-P58VT25 Plasma TV. Among the scores of LCD TVs presented at CES this year, it was this Plasma model from Panasonic which stole the show. The manufacturer has not put a lot of emphasis in making the TV too thin but the overall look...

    The Verdict: Just got this TV recently I’m really picky with my TV;s I need the accurate vivid vibrant colors with high contrast no ghosting and deep blacks. wish I could afford a used Kuro but Panasonic was the next best choice, I did my research and compared ...

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  • 8.0

    youreviewelectronics.com

    June 27, 2010 | 12:00 AM PDT

    Review Summary: Panasonic Viera TC-P65VT25 Plasma TV. Panasonic had its share of glory this year at CES when it introduced the new VT25 series of Plasma TVs. This series has the most talked about 3D technology together with an Infinite Black Pro panel. It also has a...

    The Verdict: The inclusion of Skype services seems to be well timed by Panasonic this year. It will help people to view their dear ones and talk to them on the big TV screen itself instead of peering into the computer screens. This feature has been included in this...

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  • No Rating

    televisioninfo.com

    January 8, 2010 | 12:00 AM PST

    Review Summary: The TC-P65VT25 is the flagship HDTV from Panasonic, featuring a 65-inch, plasma display and 3D capability. The P65VT25 comes with one set of glasses, which you'll need to wear in order to view any 3D images on the TV. In addition to 3D, the TC-P65VT25...

    The Verdict: Panasonic promised to roll out a number of 3D products this year, so the TC-P65VT25 is a fairly expected release. With a number of manufacturers releasing 3D HDTVs this year the TC-P65VT25 appears to have a lot of stiff competition. As a result, it may...

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  • No Rating

    best-3dtvs.com

    November 30, -0001 | 12:00 AM PST

    Review Summary: Panasonic VIERA TC-P50VT25 50-inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV, Black

    The Verdict: The Panasonic TC-P50VT25 features a number of novel technological innovations that enable fundamental improvements in the performance of this plasma panel over last years premium Plasma TVs. With improved black levels, color accuracy, glare reduction,...

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  • No Rating

    best-3dtvs.com

    November 30, -0001 | 12:00 AM PST

    Review Summary: The TC-P65VT25 is a 65 inch 3D ready TV that is part of Panasonic's flagship Viera VT25 series of Plasma TVs. This is the largest Panasonic 3D TV that has currently been announced. The VT25 is an upgrade over the VT10 line of Panasonic TVs from 2009....

    The Verdict: The Panasonic TC-P65VT25 features a number of novel technological innovations that enable fundamental improvements in the performance of this plasma panel over last years premium Plasma TVs. With improved black levels, color accuracy, glare reduction,...

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  • No Rating

    best-3dtvs.com

    November 30, -0001 | 12:00 AM PST

    Review Summary: The TC-P58VT25 is a 58 inch 3D ready TV that is part of Panasonic's flagship Viera VT25 series of Plasma TVs. This is the second largest Panasonic 3D TV that has currently been announced. The VT25 is an upgrade over the VT10 line of Panasonic TVs from...

    The Verdict: The Panasonic TC-P58VT25 features a number of novel technological innovations that enable fundamental improvements in the performance of this plasma panel over last years premium Plasma TVs. With improved black levels, color accuracy, glare reduction,...

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Price Range: $2799.00 - $2799.00

  • Manufacturer: Panasonic
  • Part number: TC-P65VT25

General

  • Product type
    Plasma panel
  • Diagonal size
    65 in

Video

  • Technology
    3D
  • 3D Technology
    Yes
  • Resolution
    1920 x 1080
  • Display format
    1080p
  • Refresh rate
    600Hz
  • Image aspect ratio
    16:9
  • 24p technology
    24p Cinematic Playback
  • Progressive Scan
    Progressive scanning (line doubling)
  • Widescreen
    Widescreen
  • Widescreen modes
    Full, Normal, Conventional 4:3, Just, Zoom
  • Image contrast ratio
    5000000:1
  • HDCP compatible
    Yes
  • Supported DTV resolutions
    720p, 480p, 1080p, 1080i

TV Tuner

  • TV tuner presence
    Yes
  • Digital TV tuner
    ATSC, QAM
  • Analog TV tuner
    NTSC
  • TV tuner reception system
    NTSC

Audio

  • Speaker(s)
    2 x Right/left channel speaker - Built-in, 1 x Subwoofer - Built-in
  • Analog video input signals
    NTSC
  • Surround mode
    Yes
  • Sound effects
    BBE ViVA HD3D
  • Total output power
    30 Watt
  • Audio controls
    Balance, Bass, Treble

Network & Internet Multimedia

  • Connectivity
    Wired
  • Internet streaming services
    VIERA CAST, Amazon Video on Demand, Netflix, YouTube, Pandora, Picasa

Convenience Features

  • 3D additional details
    3D glasses included
  • Additional features
    Motion Pattern Noise Reduction, Skype Ready, THX certified, JPEG photo playback, VIERA Cast, x.v.Color, AVCHD movie playback, 3D Color Management, MPEG2 movie playback, Anti-reflective filter, ISF Calibration Ready, Game mode, Infinite Black Pro Panel, Crosstalk Reduction Technology, High-speed 3D Drive Technology, Frame Sequential Technology, VIERA Tools, Pixel Orbiter, Deep Color, Full HD 3D ready, VIERA Link, VIERA Image Viewer
  • Additional features
    3D compatible, Pro setting user menu, 96 Hz refresh rate, Pre-discharge control technology
  • Closed captioning
    Yes

Connectivity

  • Input/Output connections
    3 x HDMI (19 pin HDMI Type A), 1 x HDMI (19 pin HDMI Type A) - Side, 1 x Composite video input (RCA phono) - Side, 1 x Composite video input (RCA phono), 1 x Audio line-in (RCA phono x 2) - Side, 3 x Audio line-in (RCA phono x 2), 1 x VGA input (15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15)) - Side, 2 x Component video input (RCA phono x 3), 1 x Serial, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) (TOSLINK), 2 x USB, 1 x Network (RJ-45)
  • Video interface
    HDMI, Component, Composite
  • HDMI ports qty
    4
  • PC interface
    VGA (HD-15)

DVD

  • DVD player type
    None

Power

  • Power device
    Power supply - Internal
  • Power device nominal voltage
    AC 120 V

Stands & Mounts

  • Stand included
    Included
  • Stand design
    Tabletop
  • Stand features
    Swivel

Dimensions & Weight

  • Dimensions (WxDxH)
    62.2 in x 16.4 in x 40.2 in - With stand
  • Weight
    120.2 lbs

Dimensions & Weight (Shipping)

  • Width (Shipping)
    68.1 in
  • Depth (Shipping)
    15.7 in
  • Height (Shipping)
    47.2 in
  • Weight (Shipping)
    147.7 lbs

Sustainability

  • CNET Labs: Operational power consumption
    236.66 Watt
  • CNET Labs: Calibrated power consumption
    443.42 Watt
  • CNET Labs: Power consumption Stand by / Sleep
    0.14 Watt
  • CNET Labs: Estimated Annual Energy Cost
    97.32 US Dollars
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified
    Yes
  • Greenpeace policy rating (Nov 2011)
    3.6

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