ASUS ZenBeam Latte L1 vs Aurzen BOOM air
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 ASUS ZenBeam Latte L1MSRP $399 |  Aurzen BOOM airMSRP $299.99 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | Single-panel LCD |
| Technology brand | DLP | — |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.23 in | — |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1280 × 720 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.28:1 |
| Projection distance table | 30″: 0.8 m · 40″: 1.06 m · 50″: 1.33 m · 60″: 1.59 m · 70″: 1.86 m · 80″: 2.12 m · 90″: 2.39 m · 100″: 2.65 m · 110″: 2.92 m · 120″: 3.19 m | 40″: 1.13 m · 60″: 1.7 m · 80″: 2.27 m · 100″: 2.83 m · 200″: 5.67 m |
| Zoom type | None | — |
| Focus | Manual | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | — | 0% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | 0% |
| Fixed offset | 100% | — |
| Image size range | 30–120 in | 40–200 in |
| Vertical keystone | -40–40° | -20–20° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | -15–15° |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | R/G/B LED | — |
| Light source life | Normal: 30,000 h | — |
| Life definition | Unspecified | — |
| Warm-up time | 14.3 sMeasured | — |
| Cool-down time | 1.5 sMeasured | — |
| Light-source dimming | — | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | — | 300 lm |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 300 | — |
| Claimed brightness unit | LED lumens | — |
| Brightness by mode | Presentation: 181 lm · Standard: 149 lm · Theater: 108 lm · Eco: 73 lmMeasured | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 400:1 | — |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 120% | — |
| Gamut metric | — | Area |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit | 8 bit |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | — | HDR10, HLG |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 10 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 1 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | Mono |
| Audio partner | Harman/Kardon | Dolby Audio |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | Bluetooth, 3.5 mm |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio out | — | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 2.0 | — |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 37.5–79.98 kHz | — |
| Vertical scan frequency | 24–75 Hz | — |
| VGA input | No | — |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | — |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Android (uncertified) | Google TV |
| Certified OS | No | — |
| Netflix | — | Native |
| Casting | Miracast | Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| SoC | Qualcomm (model not stated) | — |
| Update policy | Product Security Update Support Periods: 3 years (until 31/12/2026) | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | None | When moved |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | — | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | — | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Vertical deg: 5 | Vertical deg: 110 |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 30 dB(A) · Eco: 28 dB(A) | Typical: 26.5 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | — |
| Operating humidity | 20–90%RH | — |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 36 W | — |
| Power consumption by mode | Standard: 17.55 W · Presentation: 21.22 W · Theater: 12.75 W · Eco: 10 WMeasured | — |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | — |
| Power supply | External brick | USB-C |
| Battery capacity | 22 Wh | — |
| Battery runtime | 180 min | — |
| USB-C PD input | — | 65 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Depth | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Height | 131 mm | 260 mm |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 1.23 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | Side | — |
| Colours / finishes | Gray, Black | — |
| Tripod socket | Yes | Yes |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | — | RG1 |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC, CE, UKCA | CE, FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇦🇿 AZ 1 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr |
| User manual | https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Projectors/L1/E25010_ZenBeam_Latte_L1_EM_WEB.pdf?model=L1 | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0720/5109/7892/files/BOOM_air_EN_manual_V1.03.pdf?v=1754388115 |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Carry case, Hdmi cable, Power adapter, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card | Projector, Remote, Power cord, Power adapter, Cleaning kit, User manual |
| Remote type | IR | Bluetooth |