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Panasonic VIERA DX902 vs Samsung QLED Q80R (2019)

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PanasonicVIERA DX902SamsungQLED Q80R (2019)
Overview
ReleasedMarch 20162019
Display
PanelLED LCDLED LCD
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.Quantum-dot LCD with Direct Full Array 6X local dimming on the UK maker tables; AVForums confirmed full-array local dimming on its UK 55-inch test unit.
Resolution3840 × 2160 (4K)3840 × 2160 (4K)
Refresh rate120 Hz–
HDR formatsHDR10HDR10, HDR10+, HLG
HDR extras–Samsung Quantum HDR 1500 is a product label, not a measured 1500-nit figure for every size. Dolby Vision is unsupported.
Screen finish–Ultra Viewing Angle and antireflective Moth Eye treatment in the UK maker tables.
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.Quantum Dot Colour and Samsung's 100% Colour Volume claim in both UK maker tables.
Picture processingStudio Master HCX+ processing and 512 independently dimmed backlight zones. AVForums reports the same zone count for the 65-inch UK model.Quantum Processor 4K, Supreme UHD Dimming, Contrast Enhancer and Picture Quality Index 3700 in the UK maker tables. PQI is not a native refresh rate.
Picture modes–Film Mode and Auto Motion Plus in the UK maker tables.
Motion handlingHDTVTest measured a native 120 Hz panel in the 58-inch set and reported some dark smearing; 3D judder and crosstalk were noticeable.Samsung's UK tables do not publish native refresh Hz. Stuff saw occasional motion smearing in its QE55Q80R test.
Viewing angleBoth independent 58-inch tests found contrast and colour deteriorated away from the centre seat.Ultra Viewing Angle in the UK maker tables; AVForums and Stuff found strong off-axis picture quality.
Sizes
Sizes58, 65″55, 65″
Largest size65″65″
Gaming
HDMI ports4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)4 (0 HDMI 2.1 at 4K 120 Hz+)
Variable refresh rateNoneFreeSync
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 inputs with ARC in the UK maker tables; AVForums confirmed all sockets are on the TV without a One Connect box.
Game features–FreeSync, Auto Game Mode, Dynamic Black Equaliser and Game Motion Plus in the UK maker tables. AVForums measured 13.7 ms input lag on the UK 55-inch model.
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 ScreenTizen
ProcessorStudio Master HCX+Quantum Processor 4K
Speakers40 W40 W, 4.1 channels
Wi-FiBuilt-in dual-band IEEE 802.11a/b/g/nBuilt-in Wi-Fi
BluetoothBluetooth 3.0 for accessories and active 3D glassesBluetooth audio
Speaker detailPanasonic specifies four 10 W speakers, totalling 40 W.Samsung specifies 40 W, 4.1 channels and a woofer in the UK maker tables.
Audio featuresActive-shutter 3D glasses are supported by Bluetooth but sold separately; 3.5 mm headphone socket.Dolby Digital Plus and Bluetooth audio in both UK maker tables.
Voice assistants–Samsung Bixby voice interaction, with Google Assistant and Alexa compatibility listed in the UK maker tables; present-day service support can differ.
CastingPanasonic's my Home Screen 2.0 offers network media, screen mirroring and streaming apps; service availability varies over time.SmartThings, mobile mirroring, Apple AirPlay 2 and Wi-Fi Direct in the UK maker tables.
TV tunersUK DVB-S/S2 Freesat, DVB-T/T2 Freeview HD and PAL I analogue tuners; two satellite inputs.Twin DVB-T2/C/S2 digital tuners, analogue tuner, CI+ 1.4 and UK MHEG 5.
USBTwo USB 2.0 ports and one USB 3.0 port; SD card slot.Two USB inputs in both UK maker tables.
EthernetRJ45 10/100 Ethernet.Ethernet LAN built in.
Optical audio outOptical digital audio output supports PCM and Dolby Digital.One optical 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 stand, width × height × depth from separate UK maker tables: 55-inch 1230.6 × 708.1 × 61.9 mm; 65-inch 1449.5 × 831.2 × 61.9 mm. Configuration weights exclude stand.
StandSupplied angled pedestal; 400 × 400 mm wall-mount holes.Central T stand. With-stand weights from separate UK maker tables: 55-inch 20.9 kg; 65-inch 28.2 kg.
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.Maximum from separate UK maker tables: 55-inch 200 W; 65-inch 245 W.
Energy classB for both UK sizes under the historical Panasonic product fiche.Old UK maker energy scale: B for both sizes. Not today’s A–G scale.
Colours–Carbon Silver front and Eclipse Silver stand in the UK maker tables.
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.Samsung's UK tables list remote control, power cable, manual and e-manual. A precise UK first-sale month was not established.

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