Panasonic VIERA DX902 vs Panasonic Z95B

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VIERA DX902 compared with Z95B
PanasonicVIERA DX902PanasonicZ95B
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2016June 2025
Display
PanelLED LCDOLED
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.Primary RGB Tandem (four-layer) WOLED
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Refresh rate120 Hz144 Hz (better)
HDR formatsHDR10Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HDR extras–Dolby Vision IQ, HDR10+ Adaptive, Filmmaker Mode
Dimming zones512–
Peak brightnessHDTVTest measured 1,310 cd/m² on the 58-inch set; results and picture modes vary by scene and firmware.About 2,200 nits in calibrated HDR mode and close to 400 nits full-screen (FlatpanelsHD, 65″)
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.ThermalFlow cooling; Auto AI picture and sound optimisation
Motion handlingHDTVTest measured a native 120 Hz panel in the 58-inch set and reported some dark smearing; 3D judder and crosstalk were noticeable.–
Viewing angleBoth independent 58-inch tests found contrast and colour deteriorated away from the centre seat.–
Sizes
Sizes58, 65″55, 65, 77″
Largest size65″77″ (better)
Gaming
HDMI ports4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)4 (2 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+) (better)
Variable refresh rateNoneHDMI VRR, FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible
Auto low latency mode–Yes
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.HDMI 1 and 2: 4K 144 Hz, VRR, G-Sync Compatible, FreeSync Premium (HDMI 2 also eARC/ARC); HDMI 3 and 4: 4K
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.Just over 14 ms without VRR (FlatpanelsHD, 65″)
Game features–Game Mode Extreme, Game Control Board, RPG and FPS game sound modes
Smart TV and sound
Smart TV platformmy Home ScreenFire TV
ProcessorStudio Master HCX+HCX Pro AI Processor MK II
Speakers40 W5.1.2 channels
Dolby Atmos–Yes
eARC–Yes
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.360° Soundscape Pro tuned by Technics with line array, upward- and side-firing speakers; 160 W (55″), 170 W (65″), 180 W (77″)
Audio featuresActive-shutter 3D glasses are supported by Bluetooth but sold separately; 3.5 mm headphone socket.Dolby Atmos; Space Tune automatic room calibration; beam-forming array speakers; 3.5 mm headphone/subwoofer output
Voice assistants–Alexa, hands-free through built-in microphones or via the remote's Alexa button
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.–
USBTwo USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port; SD card slot.3 (1 × USB 3.0, 2 × USB 2.0)
EthernetRJ45 10/100 Ethernet.Yes
Optical audio outOptical digital audio output supports PCM and Dolby Digital.Yes
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.–
StandSupplied angled pedestal; 400 × 400 mm wall-mount holes.Swivel pedestal stand (55″, 65″)
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.–
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.–

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