Plasmas are the go-to choice of discerning videophiles everywhere, and this is the best-performing model made by the king of plasma itself. 'Nuff said. See all sizes in the series.

$1,950-$2,100

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Does your giftee have high-end tastes and insist on a daddy chair right in the middle of the screen? If so, reward him or her with this insanely expensive LCD. See all sizes in the series.

$3,850-$4,500

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For the video aficionado who wants an LED-powered LCD that doesn't require another mortgage, this LG comes up strong. Its reference-level color only heightens the appeal.

$1,750-$2,000

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Excellent plasma performance for a price that's not sky-high distinguishes this popular Panasonic. And when you get bored of what's on TV, you can always fire up YouTube.

$1,140-$1,600

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If paying the premium for LED just doesn't seem prudent this holiday season, consider this standard-backlit Samsung. The picture will still please video sticklers.

$1,685-$2,700

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Sony adds Netflix on demand to a list of interactive video and content options that seems a mile long. If you like your Web video served up on the big screen, it's worth considering.

$1,230-$2,000

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Netflix? Check. Vudu? Check. YouTube? Check. Yahoo widgets? Check. This holiday season, the interactive-heavy LG can mark more than one present off your list.

$1,300-$1,600

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