Panasonic DP-UB420 vs Sony UBP-X700U
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Choosing between the Panasonic DP-UB420 and Sony UBP-X700U? Both compete in the Disc Player segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The Panasonic DP-UB420 scores higher in form factor, room fit. The Sony UBP-X700U leads in value.
These two Disc Player options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the Panasonic DP-UB420 is the stronger choice — it leads in 2 of 3 scored dimensions. The Sony UBP-X700U makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Panasonic DP-UB420
Sony UBP-X700U
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Player Type | UHD_BLURAY | UHD_BLURAY |
| Max Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Video Upscaling | Yes | Yes |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| 3D Support | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Decoders | Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X |
| Audio Output | 7.1 | 7.1 |
| SACD Playback | No | Yes |
| Disc Types | CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, BD-ROM, BD-R, BD-RE, UHD BD | CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, BD-ROM, BD-R, BD-RE, BD-RE DL, UHD BD, SACD |
| HDMI Outputs | 1 | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.0a | 2.0a |
| Optical Out | No | No |
| Coaxial Out | No | Yes |
| 7.1 Analog Out | No | No |
| USB Ports | 0 | 1 |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No | Yes |
| Streaming Apps | Yes | Yes |
| Streaming Services | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube | Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Hulu, VUDU, Spotify, Pandora |
| Voice Assistants | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant | |
| Power Draw | 29W | 15W |
Key Differences
- HDR Formats: Panasonic DP-UB420 at HDR10, HLG vs Sony UBP-X700U at HDR10, Dolby Vision. Dolby Vision adds dynamic metadata that adjusts brightness scene-by-scene. HDR10 is the baseline. HDR10+ is Samsung's alternative to Dolby Vision.
- HDMI Outputs: Panasonic DP-UB420 at 1 vs Sony UBP-X700U at 2
- Power Draw: Panasonic DP-UB420 at 29W vs Sony UBP-X700U at 15W
- Audio Decoders: Panasonic DP-UB420 at Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS vs Sony UBP-X700U at Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X
- SACD Playback: Panasonic DP-UB420 at No vs Sony UBP-X700U at Yes
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Sony UBP-X700U if you want:
- + better power draw
Specifications sourced from manufacturer datasheets and verified against retailer listings. Prices updated hourly from authorized retailers. Scoring uses our open methodology — products are never ranked, promoted, or suppressed based on affiliate commission rates.
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