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Panasonic VIERA CX802 vs Panasonic VIERA VT60

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PanasonicVIERA CX802PanasonicVIERA VT60
Overview
Released20152013
Display
PanelLED LCDPlasma
Panel detailPanasonic 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.UK VT65B models are this generation's regional version of the VT60 family. Full HD active-shutter 3D, with two sets of Bluetooth eyewear supplied. Marketed 3000 Hz Focused Field Drive is not entered as native refresh.
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)1920 × 1080 (Full HD)
HDR formatsHDR10None
HDR extrasHDR 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 processingPanasonic lists Studio Master Drive, 4K Studio Master Processing, Local Dimming Pro and Studio Master Colour.NeoPlasma panel and Intelligent Frame Creation; professional calibration controls (exact UK reviews and maker eHELP).
Picture modes–THX 3D and ISF calibration controls described by Expert Reviews; maker eHELP documents professional modes and picture settings.
Motion handlingPanasonic's Intelligent Frame Creation is motion processing, not a stated native panel refresh rate.Native panel refresh is not published in the read UK maker documents and is omitted. Focused Field Drive, input frequencies and mains frequency are separate measures.
Viewing angleAVForums and HDTVTest both found the reviewed 55-inch VA panel best viewed from near the centre.–
Sizes
Sizes40, 50, 55, 65″50, 55, 65″
Largest size65″65″
Gaming
HDMI ports3 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)3 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rateNoneNone
HDMI detailThree 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.Three HDMI inputs; ARC on HDMI2, 3D, Content Type, Deep Colour and x.v.Colour. HDAVI Control 5. SCART/RGB and component/composite inputs through supplied adaptors.
Input lagAVForums measured 39 ms on the 55-inch model.–
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformmy Home Screenmy Home Screen
Speakers–20 W, 2.1 channels
Processor4K Studio Master Processor–
Wi-FiBuilt-in 2.4/5 GHz IEEE 802.11a/b/g/nWi-Fi 4 (802.11n), built-in dual-band
BluetoothBluetooth 3.03.0
Speaker detailThe UK manual specifies 20 W on the 40-inch model and 40 W on the 50-, 55- and 65-inch models.Two front speakers and a 75 mm woofer; 5 W + 5 W + 10 W, 20 W total.
Voice assistants–Voice control through the supplied VIERA Touch Pad Controller; this is the original feature, not a guarantee of continuing online services.
CastingFirefox-based my Home Screen provides network media and internet apps; Freeview Play was added after launch. Service availability may have changed.my Home Screen and APPS List, DLNA, VIERA Remote 2 and Swipe & Share. Built-in fixed-focus 1280 × 720 camera. Legacy apps and communication services depend on their providers.
TV tunersUK DVB-S/S2 Freesat and DVB-T/T2 Freeview HD, plus PAL I analogue reception; two satellite inputs.UK twin terrestrial and satellite inputs; DVB-T/T2 Freeview HD and DVB-S/S2 Freesat, with analogue PAL I and CI Plus. Supports watching one programme while recording another, subject to broadcast and recording restrictions.
USBTwo USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port; SD card slot and USB HDD recording.Two USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port; SD card slot and USB recording.
Ethernet10/100 Ethernet port.RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX; built-in dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN.
Optical audio outOptical PCM and Dolby Digital output; 3.5 mm headphone socket.Fibre-optic PCM/Dolby Digital/DTS output; 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack.
Design and power
SizeTV 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.Without pedestal: 50-inch 1203 × 702 × 50 mm, 26 kg; 55-inch 1318 × 767 × 51 mm, 31.5 kg; 65-inch 1531 × 887 × 51 mm, 42 kg. Raised camera adds 23 mm height. Configuration weights exclude pedestal.
StandSupplied pedestal; VESA mounting holes are 200 × 200 mm on 40 inches and 400 × 400 mm on larger sizes.Included pedestal. With pedestal: 50-inch 1203 × 790 × 301 mm, 31.5 kg; 55-inch 1318 × 855 × 296 mm, 38.5 kg; 65-inch 1531 × 975 × 323 mm, 50.5 kg. Only the 50-inch model has the manual’s ±15° swivel adjustment.
VESA pattern–Maker mounting holes: 400 × 300 mm (50-inch), 500 × 300 mm (55-inch), 684 × 300 mm (65-inch), M8 screws. Preserve the literal 684 mm figure.
Power usePanasonic 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.Original product fiche on-mode average: 199/238/321 W for 50/55/65-inch; standby 0.30 W with no function active, off 0.25 W. Rated power is not supplied by this fiche.
Energy classHistorical UK product fiche ratings are B for 40 inches and A for 50, 55 and 65 inches.C under the original 2013 label scheme.
In the boxStandard 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.Pedestal, N2QAYB000863 remote, N2QBYB000026 Touch Pad Controller, four R6 batteries, electronic Touch Pen/R03 battery, two sets of 3D eyewear, mains lead, AV adaptors and cable accessories. UK bundle is distinct from other regional VT60 versions. Panasonic Malaysia listed a planned 18 April 2013 regional availability date; the exact UK first-sale day and earliest international actual sale are unproved, so release remains 2013.

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