Panasonic VIERA DX902 vs Panasonic VIERA VT60
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| PanasonicVIERA DX902 | PanasonicVIERA VT60 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Released | March 2016 | 2013 |
| Display | ||
| Panel | LED LCD | Plasma |
| Panel detail | 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. | 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. |
| Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K) (better) | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | – |
| HDR formats | HDR10 | None |
| 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 processing | Studio Master HCX+ processing and 512 independently dimmed backlight zones. AVForums reports the same zone count for the 65-inch UK model. | 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 handling | HDTVTest measured a native 120 Hz panel in the 58-inch set and reported some dark smearing; 3D judder and crosstalk were noticeable. | 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 angle | Both independent 58-inch tests found contrast and colour deteriorated away from the centre seat. | – |
| Sizes | ||
| Sizes | 58, 65″ | 50, 55, 65″ |
| Largest size | 65″ | 65″ |
| Gaming | ||
| HDMI ports | 4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+) | 3 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+) |
| Variable refresh rate | None | None |
| HDMI detail | Four 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 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 lag | 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 platform | my Home Screen | my Home Screen |
| Processor | Studio Master HCX+ | – |
| Speakers | 40 W (better) | 20 W, 2.1 channels |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in dual-band IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), built-in dual-band |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 3.0 for accessories and active 3D glasses | 3.0 |
| Speaker detail | Panasonic specifies four 10 W speakers, totalling 40 W. | 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. |
| Audio features | Active-shutter 3D glasses are supported by Bluetooth but sold separately; 3.5 mm headphone socket. | – |
| Casting | Panasonic's my Home Screen 2.0 offers network media, screen mirroring and streaming apps; service availability varies over time. | 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 tuners | UK DVB-S/S2 Freesat, DVB-T/T2 Freeview HD and PAL I analogue tuners; 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. |
| USB | Two USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port; SD card slot. | Two USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port; SD card slot and USB recording. |
| Ethernet | RJ45 10/100 Ethernet. | RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX; built-in dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n wireless LAN. |
| Optical audio out | Optical digital audio output supports PCM and Dolby Digital. | Fibre-optic PCM/Dolby Digital/DTS output; 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack. |
| Design and power | ||
| Size | 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. | 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. |
| Stand | Supplied angled pedestal; 400 × 400 mm wall-mount holes. | 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 use | 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. | 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 class | B for both UK sizes under the historical Panasonic product fiche. | C under the original 2013 label scheme. |
| In the box | 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. | 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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