Hi bros... I was also in the market to upgrade my Toshiba Regza LCD and was looking at 40" - 54" LCDs. As I ventured deeper and deeper into the salespersons' information superhighway, I found out that the plasma TVs of today beats the basic LCDs at similar prices. Initially was almost decided on the Sony Bravia 40" V-series (RRP RM4,199; after discount+rebate was RM3,500); but then when queuing for payment, walked another round and the Panasonic Viera plasma TVs caught my fancy. For one thing, they looked very sleek and modern; and the piano-finish made it look more stylish than many LCDs in the market.

The 42" Viera were affordable enough at RRP RM3,199 before discount; but there were so many models ie 42X28K, 42A28K and 42X20. I was confused as the price differences were just between RM200 per model; until the Outlet Manager cleared the air (hence my sharing as I see many forumers confused with the models too).

42X28K : The most common plasma TV for the Malaysian market, currently under the Lumix promotion between RM2,799 - RM2,999. Entry-level but packs excellent bang-for-buck features. Note the oval pedestal stand that swivels side-to-side by 15 degrees.



42A28K : Very similar to the above model, but supposedly with better sound reproduction. Thicker by 1 mm and lighter by 1 kg. May cost a premium of RM200 compared to the 42X28K. International code external of Malaysia is 42X20 (Asia) or 42C2E (Europe). Note that the pedestal stand is the Euro-series C type that is more premium and stylish, but non-swivellable.




The Viera contrast beats the Samsung 4-series easily, although Samsung and LG have better prices from RM2,199 ono (with free HDMI DVD player). Hope this helps in your hunt for your plasma TVs. Good luck!

This post has been edited by panasonicviera: May 10 2010, 02:19 AM