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Panasonic VIERA DX902 vs Panasonic VIERA G10

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PanasonicVIERA DX902PanasonicVIERA G10
Overview
ReleasedMarch 20162009
Display
PanelLED LCDPlasma
Panel detailPanasonic 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.Panasonic's UK TX-P42G10B, TX-P46G10B and TX-P50G10B manual specifies native Full HD NeoPDP plasma panels. Its 600 Hz sub-field drive branding does not establish the native image refresh rate, which is left unpublished here.
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)1920 × 1080 (Full HD)
Refresh rate120 Hz–
HDR formatsHDR10None
Dimming zones512–
Peak brightnessHDTVTest measured 1,310 cd/m² on the 58-inch set; results and picture modes vary by scene and firmware.–
Colour rangeHDTVTest measured 98% DCI-P3 coverage on the 58-inch set.–
Picture processingStudio Master HCX+ processing and 512 independently dimmed backlight zones. AVForums reports the same zone count for the 65-inch UK model.NeoPDP panel with Panasonic Intelligent Frame Creation, colour management and 3D-COMB. The UK set's user menus do not expose white-balance or gamma controls, unlike the European G10E according to HDTVTest.
Picture modes–Dynamic, Normal, Cinema and Game, with separate picture-mode settings and an Eco ambient-light option within each mode.
Motion handlingHDTVTest measured a native 120 Hz panel in the 58-inch set and reported some dark smearing; 3D judder and crosstalk were noticeable.HDTVTest identifies a 600 Hz sub-field drive for the NeoPDP panel; this is a drive technique, not the native frame refresh. It found good motion clarity with Intelligent Frame Creation off and no telecine judder from 1080p/24 HDMI input.
Viewing angleBoth independent 58-inch tests found contrast and colour deteriorated away from the centre seat.–
Sizes
Sizes58, 65″42, 46, 50″
Largest size65″50″
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; HDMI2 supports ordinary Audio Return Channel. The UK manual lists component and composite video inputs, CI+ and an SD card slot.Three HDMI Type A 1.3a inputs with x.v.Colour and VIERA Link HDAVI Control 4. Also two RGB SCART inputs, component video and D-sub PC input; SD card slot for photos. Input timing and PC scanning frequencies are not native refresh specifications.
Input lagHDTVTest 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 ScreenNone (no smart platform)
ProcessorStudio Master HCX+–
Speakers40 W20 W
Wi-FiBuilt-in dual-band IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n–
BluetoothBluetooth 3.0 for accessories and active 3D glasses–
Speaker detailPanasonic specifies four 10 W speakers, totalling 40 W.Two 160 × 40 mm, 6-ohm speakers; 10 W + 10 W at 10% THD.
Audio featuresActive-shutter 3D glasses are supported by Bluetooth but sold separately; 3.5 mm headphone socket.V-Audio Surround, optical PCM/Dolby Digital output, analogue RCA stereo output and 3.5 mm headphone socket.
Software updates–DVB broadcast software updates; no VIERA Cast internet app platform on the UK G10 series.
CastingPanasonic'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 inputs.UK Freesat HD DVB-S/S2 satellite input, DVB-T terrestrial and PAL I analogue UHF. Freesat services use the Ethernet socket; it does not make the television an internet app platform.
USBTwo USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port; SD card slot.–
EthernetRJ45 10/100 Ethernet.RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX for Freesat network services.
Optical audio outOptical digital audio output supports PCM and Dolby Digital.Optical PCM and Dolby Digital output.
Design and power
SizeTV 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.Panasonic TV-only dimensions, width × height × depth: 42-inch 1029 × 661 × 106 mm, 25 kg; 46-inch 1132 × 722 × 106 mm, 29 kg; 50-inch 1218 × 769 × 106 mm, 32 kg. With supplied pedestal: 1029 × 704 × 334 mm, 28 kg; 1132 × 767 × 401 mm, 32 kg; 1218 × 814 × 401 mm, 35 kg respectively.
StandSupplied angled pedestal; 400 × 400 mm wall-mount holes.Pedestal supplied; 42-inch and 46/50-inch use different Panasonic pedestal part numbers. Wall mounting is optional.
Power usePanasonic 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.Panasonic rated power consumption: 350 W (42-inch), 410 W (46-inch), 435 W (50-inch). Standby is 0.4 W without monitor-output recording and 32 W with it. HDTVTest measured 181 W in factory Standard mode and 235 W after calibration on the 42-inch set; these are test conditions, not maker ratings.
Colours–Gloss black bezel with silver lower accent.
Energy classB for both UK sizes under the historical Panasonic product fiche.–
In the boxUK 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.N2QAYB000428 remote, two R6 batteries, pedestal, cable clamper, mains lead, two ferrite cores, cleaning cloth, instructions and guarantee documents. HDTVTest said the UK model was available to buy by 15 April 2009, while What Hi-Fi? had reviewed it on 30 March; these sources do not establish the earliest on-sale month, so the release field uses year precision.

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