Panasonic VIERA DX902 vs Panasonic VIERA GT20

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VIERA DX902 compared with VIERA GT20
PanasonicVIERA DX902PanasonicVIERA GT20
Overview
ReleasedMarch 20162010
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.UK TX-P42GT20B Full HD NeoPDP plasma with active-shutter 3D. The advertised 600 Hz subfield drive is not native refresh.
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K) (better)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.Infinite Black filter with THX mode, ISF calibration controls and 2D-to-3D conversion.
Motion handlingHDTVTest measured a native 120 Hz panel in the 58-inch set and reported some dark smearing; 3D judder and crosstalk were noticeable.Intelligent Frame Creation and 24p Smooth Film are processing modes. AVForums observed artefacts with 50 Hz material on its review unit.
Viewing angleBoth independent 58-inch tests found contrast and colour deteriorated away from the centre seat.–
Sizes
Sizes58, 65″42″
Largest size65″ (better)42″
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; HDMI2 supports ordinary Audio Return Channel. The UK manual lists component and composite video inputs, CI+ and an SD card slot.Four HDMI 1.4 inputs support 3D, Deep Colour and x.v.Colour; HDMI2 supports Audio Return Channel. Two SCART, component, composite and VGA inputs are also provided.
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 ScreenVIERA CAST
ProcessorStudio Master HCX+–
Speakers40 W (better)20 W
Wi-FiBuilt-in dual-band IEEE 802.11a/b/g/nOptional wireless LAN adaptor
BluetoothBluetooth 3.0 for accessories and active 3D glasses–
Speaker detailPanasonic specifies four 10 W speakers, totalling 40 W.Two 120 × 35 mm speakers, 10 W each, 20 W total.
Audio featuresActive-shutter 3D glasses are supported by Bluetooth but sold separately; 3.5 mm headphone socket.Optical PCM and Dolby Digital output, analogue stereo output and a 3.5 mm headphone socket.
CastingPanasonic's my Home Screen 2.0 offers network media, screen mirroring and streaming apps; service availability varies over time.VIERA CAST service portal and DLNA home-network playback; launch-era apps may no longer operate.
TV tunersUK DVB-S/S2 Freesat, DVB-T/T2 Freeview HD and PAL I analogue tuners; two satellite inputs.UK DVB-T/T2 terrestrial and DVB-S/S2 satellite for Freeview HD and Freesat HD, plus PAL I analogue.
USBTwo USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port; SD card slot.Two USB 2.0 ports and SD card slot; USB HDD recording and media playback.
EthernetRJ45 10/100 Ethernet.RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX for VIERA CAST and DLNA network media.
Optical audio outOptical digital audio output supports PCM and Dolby Digital.Fibre-optic digital audio 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.Without pedestal: 1029 × 654 × 82 mm, 20.5 kg.
StandSupplied angled pedestal; 400 × 400 mm wall-mount holes.Included pedestal: 1029 × 693 × 308 mm, 23.5 kg with pedestal.
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.Rated 335 W; standby 0.40 W or 32 W with monitor-out recording.
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.Pedestal and remote. Contemporary UK reviews conflict on the number of bundled 3D glasses, so no quantity is asserted.

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