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Panasonic VIERA AX902 vs Panasonic VIERA DX902

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PanasonicVIERA AX902PanasonicVIERA DX902
Overview
Released2014March 2016
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 an LED LCD panel with full-array local dimming. HDTVTest identifies a 120 Hz VA LCD panel in the reviewed 58-inch set; Panasonic's 3000 Hz Backlight Motion Rate is not the native refresh rate.
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Refresh rate–120 Hz
HDR formatsNoneHDR10
Dimming zones–512
Peak brightness–HDTVTest measured 1,310 cd/m² on the 58-inch set; results and picture modes vary by scene and firmware.
Colour range–HDTVTest measured 98% DCI-P3 coverage on the 58-inch set.
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.Studio Master HCX+ processing and 512 independently dimmed backlight zones. AVForums reports the same zone count for the 65-inch UK model.
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.HDTVTest measured a native 120 Hz panel in the 58-inch set and reported some dark smearing; 3D judder and crosstalk were noticeable.
Viewing angleThe reviewed 55-inch IPS panel retained contrast and colour better off-axis than many contemporary VA LCDs according to HDTVTest.Both independent 58-inch tests found contrast and colour deteriorated away from the centre seat.
Sizes
Sizes55, 65″58, 65″
Largest size65″65″
Gaming
HDMI ports4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)4 (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.Four HDMI inputs; HDMI2 supports ordinary Audio Return Channel. The UK manual lists component and composite video inputs, CI+ and an SD card slot.
Input lagAVForums measured 90 ms in Game mode on the 55-inch set; HDTVTest measured 87 ms on its separate 55-inch sample.HDTVTest measured 38 ms in Game mode on its 58-inch sample. AVForums measured 42 ms on a separate 58-inch sample; these are review measurements, not a Panasonic specification.
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformmy Home Screenmy Home Screen
ProcessorQuad Core Pro5Studio Master HCX+
Speakers18 W40 W
Wi-FiBuilt-in dual-band IEEE 802.11a/b/g/nBuilt-in dual-band IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
BluetoothBluetooth 3.0 for accessoriesBluetooth 3.0 for accessories and active 3D glasses
Speaker detailPanasonic specifies 4 W + 4 W stereo drivers and a 10 W woofer.Panasonic specifies four 10 W speakers, totalling 40 W.
Audio features3.5 mm headphone socket and Bluetooth accessory support.Active-shutter 3D glasses are supported by Bluetooth but sold separately; 3.5 mm headphone socket.
CastingPanasonic's my Home Screen platform supports network media, TV Anywhere, screen mirroring and streaming apps; service availability varies over time.Panasonic's my Home Screen 2.0 offers network media, screen mirroring and streaming apps; service availability varies over time.
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, DVB-T/T2 Freeview HD and PAL I analogue tuners; 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.
EthernetRJ45 10/100/1000 Ethernet for network services and local sharing.RJ45 10/100 Ethernet.
Optical audio outFibre-optic PCM, Dolby Digital and DTS output.Optical digital audio output supports PCM and Dolby Digital.
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: 58-inch 1297 × 759 × 64 mm, 27.5 kg; 65-inch 1457 × 844 × 64 mm, 34.5 kg. With stand: 58-inch 1297 × 804 × 334 mm, 32.5 kg; 65-inch 1457 × 888 × 334 mm, 42.5 kg.
StandSupplied rear-weighted pedestal. Panasonic lists 400 × 400 mm wall mounting holes.Supplied angled pedestal; 400 × 400 mm wall-mount holes.
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 average: 183 W for 58 inches and 226 W for 65 inches; 0.50 W standby and 0.30 W off mode.
Energy classC for UK 55-inch and B for UK 65-inch under the historical Panasonic product fiche.B for both UK sizes under the historical Panasonic product fiche.
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.UK manual lists a remote control, pedestal, mains lead and instructions; 3D glasses are optional. AVForums reported DX902 was already on sale in UK retailers on 2 March 2016; Panasonic's exact first-sale date was not found, so release precision is March 2016.

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