ASUS ProArt Projector A1 vs Epson Home Cinema 3800
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 ASUS ProArt Projector A1 | Epson Home Cinema 3800 MSRP $1,699.99 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | 3LCD |
| Technology brand | DLP | 3LCD |
| Number of imaging devices | β | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.65 in | 0.61 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 Γ 1080 | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| Pixel shift | β | 4K PRO-UHD |
| Addressable resolution | β | 3840 Γ 2160 |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | β | Zone |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.3β1.56:1 | 1.32β2.15:1 |
| Projection distance table | 60β³: 1.73β2.07 m Β· 70β³: 2.01β2.42 m Β· 80β³: 2.3β2.76 m Β· 90β³: 2.59β3.11 m Β· 95β³: 2.73β3.28 m Β· 100β³: 2.88β3.45 m Β· 120β³: 3.45β4.14 m Β· 150β³: 4.32β5.18 m | 40β³: 1.16β1.89 m Β· 60β³: 1.75β2.85 m Β· 80β³: 2.35β3.81 m Β· 100β³: 2.95β4.77 m Β· 120β³: 3.54β5.74 m Β· 150β³: 4.44β7.18 m Β· 200β³: 5.93β9.58 m |
| Zoom type | β | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.2Γ | 1.62Γ |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | β | Β±60% |
| Horizontal lens shift | β | Β±24% |
| Motorized lens shift | β | No |
| Fixed offset | 83% | β |
| Focal length | β | 18.2β29.2 mm |
| F-number | β | 1.49β1.77 |
| Lens elements | β | 12 |
| Image size range | 40β200 in | 40β300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -40β40Β° | -30β30Β° |
| Horizontal keystone | -40β40Β° | -30β30Β° |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | Lamp |
| Light source detail | R/G/B LED | UHE (Ultra High Efficiency) lamp |
| Lamp wattage | β | 250 W |
| Light source life | Max: 30,000 h | High: 3,500 h Β· Medium: 4,000 h Β· Eco: 5,000 h |
| Light-source dimming | β | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | β | 3,000 lm |
| ANSI lumens | 3,000 lm | β |
| Colour light output (CLO) | β | 3,000 lm (colour) |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 800:1 | 100,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | β | Dynamic iris |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 98% | β |
| DCI-P3 gamut | 82% | β |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | β |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | 30 bit |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | 6-axis |
| Picture mode memories | β | 10 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | β | HDR10, HLG |
| Tone mapping type | β | Adjustable |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | β | Yes |
| Interpolation at 4K | β | No |
| Max refresh rate | 1920Γ1080: 120 Hz | 3840Γ2160: 60 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | β | 3840Γ2160 @ 60 Hz: 20 ms |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 20 W |
| Speaker count | β | 2 |
| Audio channels | β | Stereo |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, Bluetooth |
| HDMI ARC | β | No |
| HDMI eARC | β | No |
| Bluetooth audio out | β | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 Γ 2160 | 4096 Γ 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0 | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2 |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15β101 kHz | β |
| Vertical scan frequency | 24β120 Hz | β |
| VGA input | Yes | β |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | β | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | β | 3.0 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | β | None |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | Yes |
| 3D sync method | DLP-Link | RF |
| 3D formats | Frame sequential, Frame packing, Top-bottom, Side-by-side | Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame packing |
| Glasses included | β | 0 |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | β | None |
| Auto keystone | Yes | No |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 32 dB(A) Β· Eco: 28 dB(A) | High: 35 dB(A) Β· Eco: 24 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0β40Β°C | 5β35Β°C |
| Operating humidity | 10β90%RH | 20β80%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | β | 3,048 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | β | 100β240 V |
| Rated frequency | β | 50β60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 370 W | β |
| Power consumption by mode | β | High: 406 W Β· Medium: 376 W Β· Eco: 309 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 405 mm | 410 mm |
| Depth | 283 mm | 330 mm |
| Height | 99 mm | 157 mm |
| Weight | 5.7 kg | 6.9 kg |
| Colours / finishes | Black | β |
| Mount hole pattern | β | Thread: M4 Β· Screw length mm: 9 |
| Air filter | β | Replaceable |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | β |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC | FCC, UL |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | β | πΊπΈ US 2 yr |
| Light-source warranty | β | 90-day limited lamp warranty |
| User manual | https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Projectors/A1/E18284_ProArt_A1_LED_Projector_EM_WEB.pdf | https://files.support.epson.com/docid/cpd5/cpd57551.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Hdmi cable, Power cord, Remote control, Wifi dongle, Carrying bag, Aaa batteries, Calibration report, Quick start guide, Warranty card | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide, Lens cover |
| Remote type | β | Backlit |
| 3D glasses in box | β | 0 |