ASUS ZenBeam Latte L1 vs LG CineBeam PH30N
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 ASUS ZenBeam Latte L1MSRP $399 |  LG CineBeam PH30NMSRP $399 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.23 in | 0.23 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1280 × 720 | 960 × 540 |
| Pixel shift | — | XPR 2-way |
| Addressable resolution | — | 1280 × 720 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.5:1 |
| 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 | 25″: 0.83 m · 30″: 1 m · 40″: 1.33 m · 50″: 1.66 m · 60″: 1.99 m · 70″: 2.32 m · 80″: 2.66 m · 90″: 2.99 m · 100″: 3.32 m |
| Zoom type | None | None |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Fixed offset | 100% | 100% |
| Image size range | 30–120 in | 25–100 in |
| Vertical keystone | -40–40° | -40–40° |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | R/G/B LED | RGB LED |
| Light source life | Normal: 30,000 h | High brightness: 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 | — | 250 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 | — |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | — | 80% |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 400:1 | 100,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 120% | — |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit | 8 bit |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 1 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | — |
| Audio channels | Stereo | Mono |
| Audio partner | Harman/Kardon | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, Bluetooth |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | — | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1080 |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 2.0 | HDMI: HDMI 1.4, HDCP 1.4 |
| 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 | — |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Android (uncertified) | None |
| Certified OS | No | — |
| Casting | Miracast | Miracast |
| RAM | 2 GB | — |
| Storage | 16 GB | — |
| SoC | Qualcomm (model not stated) | — |
| Update policy | Product Security Update Support Periods: 3 years (until 31/12/2026) | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | — | No |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | None | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Vertical deg: 5 | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 30 dB(A) · Eco: 28 dB(A) | Energy saving max eco: 25 dB(A) · Energy saving med: 28 dB(A) · Energy saving min bright: 30 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–90%RH | 0–80%RH |
| High-altitude mode | — | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | — |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 36 W | 42 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 | 0.5 W |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Battery capacity | 22 Wh | 18.7 Wh |
| Battery runtime | 180 min | 120 min |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 90 mm | 129 mm |
| Depth | 90 mm | 129 mm |
| Height | 131 mm | 39.3 mm |
| Weight | 0.59 kg | 0.51 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | Side | — |
| Colours / finishes | Gray, Black | White |
| Tripod socket | Yes | Yes |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | — | RG2 |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC, CE, UKCA | CE, FCC, UL, KC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇦🇿 AZ 1 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 1 yr |
| Light-source warranty | — | 1 year |
| User manual | https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Projectors/L1/E25010_ZenBeam_Latte_L1_EM_WEB.pdf?model=L1 | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_11248.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Carry case, Hdmi cable, Power adapter, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card | Remote, Batteries, User manual, Power adapter, Power cord |
| Remote type | IR | IR |