As we speak, the G10 has finally arrived and shipped to dealers. RRP = RM6,399. TV ONLY.

The S10's RRP = RM4,499.

Major difference btw the two is the NeoPDP.

Want some feedback as whether the NeoPDP is worth the extra RM2K?

So from the few comments here, can I take it as the NeoPDP technology is mere marketing fluff?

Higher contrast ratio, brighter, slimmer panel, saves energy. The NeoPDP in the G10 is definitely a step up from the S10, no doubt. My concern is whether all these 'improvements' are worth/significant enough to cough up the additional RM2,000.

Hey, Coolguy!

Its 42". The only G10 size in Malaysia (ATM, at least )

Its with the new NeoPDP, the thing thats lacking in the S10, and the one you were waiting for Other than that, the other difference (to S10) is its Sub-field Drive is 50Hz more. I don't think there's anything else major, thats why my question of whether the NeoPDP does justice to my sweat and blood RM2K.

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Added on June 17, 2009, 11:08 amDun worry, I actually do have my own opinion about the NeoPDP, but would just like to hear it from the rest of you guys first

There's no urgency and I do agree that the best way to conclude the 'value' of the NeoPDP is for a live demo, or at least a sneak peak from people like iamsobloodysick, htkaki, tan, etc. Having said that, its either the S10 or the G10 for me, and I heard the S10 promo with BD will end soon, hence ... kan cheong lo, thats why need some invaluable feedback soonest

This post has been edited by Lone*Wolf: Jun 17 2009, 11:08 AM

I doubt the G10 will be that slim, though it would be interesting to see how much slimmer it would be as compared to the S10. I believe the real slim ones will be the 'Z' series, if i am not wrong.

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Added on June 17, 2009, 5:58 pmThanks for yr notes on the NeoPDP. And you are right, this thread is not about whether NeoPDP is a gimmick or what sales strategies Panasonic has. Just a consumer who wants to know whether the main difference btw the S10 and G10 (ie. the NeoPDP) is worth the price difference. I guess until someone has tested the physical unit, we will never know for sure how much more slimmer or brighter it is. So who has one already?

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Added on June 17, 2009, 6:01 pmIf watching Astro only then a CRT would be the best solution. So no, I would be using it for HD output also.

This post has been edited by Lone*Wolf: Jun 17 2009, 06:01 PM

Eh, why only next week? Went to a shop in Gombak early this week and they already carrying the G10 to their shop wor...

Anyway, will be waiting for your feedback on this, this week or next week

BTW, do you know will the S10 promo end?

A direct answer, thank you. May I know why? Due to the price difference? Or the improvements over the older (cheaper) panel is insignificant?

Kuro wins, hands down. BTW, can we narrow down this thread to G10 (NeoPDP) vs S10, pls? Thanks.

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Added on June 20, 2009, 5:47 pmPls do let us know if you happen to see the G10 in action! Particularly whether the NeoPDP makes a RM2K difference or not over the S10


This post has been edited by Lone*Wolf: Jun 20 2009, 05:47 PM

Yeah, I am a bit surprised that most dealers have not displayed the G10 yet, though it has been delivered early last week.

BUT, I am sure the LYN dealers here have gotten the models already, seeing that they are selling it now in the Trade Zone. So any of them care to compare and comment

However....

If the PQ difference the NeoPDP makes is much greater than the price difference, then dealers should sing about it, so to arouse interest and ultimately increasing sales of the G10?

Or maybe not much to say about it ??? ...

I'll give it one more day, and if there's no clear evidence about the fancy panel justifying the fancy price, I'll join the Kelab S10 ...

At last, the shy G10 makes a public appearence!

mm.. Even their rep himself acknowledge the lack of difference? Then again, most sales reps are not AV enthusiasts. What about you, sailou? Whats yr opinion comparing the S10 with the G10?

Yeah, I am now arriving to that conclusion, hence leaning towards the S10

What the flip are you referring to?

Honestly, the reflection in the S10 is much better than the X10. Its negligible and a non-issue if viewing in darker environments. You can't win them all lah.

Yeah, I agree. This is cannibalism at its worse, right? If the S10 is not so strategically priced, the G10 will be a bargain, considering last year's 42" FullHD officially retails at RM7,999.

Then again, you have the luxury to try out this model first hand, any significance difference to the S10 your eyes can see, besides those numbers on the spec sheet?