To preface, this tv is a replacement for the UN55B8000 LED I had that malfunctioned. So this review should provide a good perspective for those debating between LED and Plasma like I was.

Overall, the PN59D6500 is an excellent tv. It displays an amazing picture with deep blacks and beautiful colors. It just has a few issues which keep it from being perfect.

Picture: The picture is great, especially for my primary usage which is bluray movie watching. In a dark environment watching a bluray movie I don't think any other tv out there can touch it. It's like being in a state-of-the-art movie theatre but better. The image is just so deep and rich. Really awesome. For this environment, it's no contest superior to the LED.

During the daytime, it's a different story. I would say that the picture is very very good, but it's just not as bright as an LED. The whites on it are dull in comparison and you just don't get that pop that is easy to see at any... Read more

I think you would be hard pressed to find a better value on a 55-60 inch tv than what Amazon is offering. If you are like me you have narrowed your search down to 2 or 3 TV's and you are trying to determine which one will be perfect for your needs. I hope this review will help you in determining whether this tv is right for you.

Before I pulled the trigger on this TV I had a few main concerns that I was worried about.
*I was concerned about the Plasma Buzz that is normal for plasma TV's
*I was concerned about the glossy surface being too reflective of the 6 windows I have in my living room.
*I was concerned that the tv would not be bright enough for my circumstances since I don't have it in a darkened "theater" room

BUZZING:
I have read horror stories about people who buy plasma tv's and complain about a buzzing that emits from the TV and makes watching/enjoying movies difficult. I am happy to report that, while there is a buzzing that... Read more

This TV is awesome. I conducted research on the LCD and LED T.Vs on the market and they don't come close to the picture this T.V has. Setup was easy and the TV looks amazing. The smart TV function is fun to use and worth the added increase in price. The 3D is the best i'v seen on any TV. Plasma is still the king of TVs. Way to go Samsung!!! By the way: NO BUZZING!!!