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Panasonic VIERA AX902 vs Panasonic VIERA CX802

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PanasonicVIERA AX902PanasonicVIERA CX802
Overview
Released20142015
Display
PanelLED LCDLED LCD
Panel detailPanasonic specifies an LED LCD panel with Local Dimming Ultra. AVForums identifies the reviewed 55-inch panel as IPS with full-array direct backlighting and 128 zones; that zone count is not claimed for the 65-inch size. Panasonic's 3000 Hz Backlight Scanning claim is not a native refresh rate.Panasonic specifies LED LCD with Local Dimming Pro. AVForums identified a VA panel and 18 direct-lit dimming zones on its 55-inch sample; these findings are not claimed for every size.
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)3840 × 2160 (4K)
HDR formatsNoneHDR10
HDR extras–HDR support was added by Panasonic's later firmware upgrade for the 50-, 55- and 65-inch UK CX802B models. The 40-inch model was excluded.
Picture processingStudio Master Drive, Local Dimming Ultra, Studio Master Colour, 4K Pure Direct and Intelligent Frame Creation Pro. The 55-inch zone count is reported by AVForums, not the UK manual.Panasonic lists Studio Master Drive, 4K Studio Master Processing, Local Dimming Pro and Studio Master Colour.
Picture modesDynamic, Normal, Cinema, THX Cinema, THX Bright Room, True Cinema, Monitor, Custom, Professional 1 and Professional 2; BT.1886 gamma is available.–
Motion handlingHDTVTest found clear motion with Intelligent Frame Creation enabled but mild 24p judder; AVForums preferred turning interpolation off for films.Panasonic's Intelligent Frame Creation is motion processing, not a stated native panel refresh rate.
Viewing angleThe reviewed 55-inch IPS panel retained contrast and colour better off-axis than many contemporary VA LCDs according to HDTVTest.AVForums and HDTVTest both found the reviewed 55-inch VA panel best viewed from near the centre.
Sizes
Sizes55, 65″40, 50, 55, 65″
Largest size65″65″
Gaming
HDMI ports4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)3 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rateNoneNone
HDMI detailFour HDMI inputs support 4K and 3D; HDMI2 supports ordinary Audio Return Channel. The UK manual also lists DisplayPort for 4K, one SCART, component and composite inputs, CI+ and an SD card slot. HDTVTest confirmed full HDMI 2.0 bandwidth and HDCP 2.2 on the reviewed 55-inch unit.Three HDMI inputs support 4K and active 3D; HDMI 2 supports Audio Return Channel. Panasonic's HDR firmware instructions require an HDMI HDR setting for compatible inputs. SCART, component, composite and CI+ are also provided.
Input lagAVForums measured 90 ms in Game mode on the 55-inch set; HDTVTest measured 87 ms on its separate 55-inch sample.AVForums measured 39 ms on the 55-inch model.
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformmy Home Screenmy Home Screen
ProcessorQuad Core Pro54K Studio Master Processor
Speakers18 W–
Wi-FiBuilt-in dual-band IEEE 802.11a/b/g/nBuilt-in 2.4/5 GHz IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
BluetoothBluetooth 3.0 for accessoriesBluetooth 3.0
Speaker detailPanasonic specifies 4 W + 4 W stereo drivers and a 10 W woofer.The UK manual specifies 20 W on the 40-inch model and 40 W on the 50-, 55- and 65-inch models.
Audio features3.5 mm headphone socket and Bluetooth accessory support.–
CastingPanasonic's my Home Screen platform supports network media, TV Anywhere, screen mirroring and streaming apps; service availability varies over time.Firefox-based my Home Screen provides network media and internet apps; Freeview Play was added after launch. Service availability may have changed.
TV tunersUK DVB-S/S2 Freesat, DVB-T/T2 Freeview HD and PAL I analogue tuners; two satellite dish inputs.UK DVB-S/S2 Freesat and DVB-T/T2 Freeview HD, plus PAL I analogue reception; two satellite inputs.
USBTwo USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port support media and recording to a registered drive; SD card slot.Two USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port; SD card slot and USB HDD recording.
EthernetRJ45 10/100/1000 Ethernet for network services and local sharing.10/100 Ethernet port.
Optical audio outFibre-optic PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS output.Optical PCM and Dolby Digital output; 3.5 mm headphone socket.
Design and power
SizeTV only: 55-inch 1238 × 741 × 59 mm and 26 kg; 65-inch 1457 × 864 × 60 mm and 35 kg. With pedestal: 55-inch 1238 × 740 × 283 mm and 40 kg; 65-inch 1457 × 863 × 356 mm and 52 kg.TV only, W × H × D: 40-inch 899 × 518 × 46 mm; 50-inch 1121 × 652 × 46 mm; 55-inch 1237 × 719 × 54 mm; 65-inch 1456 × 842 × 61 mm.
StandSupplied rear-weighted pedestal. Panasonic lists 400 × 400 mm wall mounting holes.Supplied pedestal; VESA mounting holes are 200 × 200 mm on 40 inches and 400 × 400 mm on larger sizes.
Power usePanasonic product fiche on-mode average: 210 W for 55 inches and 229 W for 65 inches; 0.30 W standby and off mode for both.Panasonic product fiche on-mode averages: 74 W at 40 inches, 88 W at 50 inches, 112 W at 55 inches and 140 W at 65 inches.
Energy classC for UK 55-inch and B for UK 65-inch under the historical Panasonic product fiche.Historical UK product fiche ratings are B for 40 inches and A for 50, 55 and 65 inches.
ColoursBlack glass front with silver edge trim.–
In the boxStandard and touchpad remotes, two pairs of passive 3D glasses, pedestal, mains lead and instructions. Panasonic's 2014 UK model list and manual confirm 55- and 65-inch AX902B sets; the distinct 85-inch TX-85X942B is excluded. Exact first-sale month remains unconfirmed; contemporary UK coverage places availability in November 2014.Standard and touchpad remote controls; active 3D glasses are not included according to AVForums. Exact UK first-sale month remains unconfirmed; the series was on sale by June 2015.

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