BenQ MW632ST vs NEC ME331X
MSRP $649 | MSRP $1,079 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key differences | ||
| White light outputANSI | 3,200 lm ANSI | 3,300 lm ISO (Max power, Bright mode) · 3,300 lm ANSI |
| Native resolution | WXGA (1280 × 800) | 1024 × 768 |
| Throw ratio | 0.72–0.87:1 | 1.3–2.2:1 |
| Fan noise | Normal 33 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A) | Normal 36 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) |
| Price | MSRP $649 | MSRP $1,079 |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 1.6–1.9 m | 2.6–4.5 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | 3,200 lmDerived | 3,300 lmDerived |
| White light outputANSI | 3,200 lm ANSI | 3,300 lm ISO (Max power, Bright mode) · 3,300 lm ANSI |
| Brightness by mode | — | Max 3,300 lm · Normal 2,475 lm · Eco 1,980 lm |
| Eco brightness | — | 60%Derived |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | 3LCD |
| Chip / panel diagonal | — | 0.63 in |
| On-screen resolution | WXGA (1280 × 800)Derived | 1024 × 768Derived |
| Native resolution | WXGA (1280 × 800) | 1024 × 768 |
| Native aspect | 16:10Derived | 4:3Derived |
| Contrast | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 13,000:1 | 12,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast method | — | Dynamic iris |
| Colour | ||
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | 10 bit | 10 bit |
| Calibration | ||
| Picture mode memories | — | 7 |
| 3D | ||
| 3D | Yes | — |
| 3D formats | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | Lamp | Lamp |
| Lamp power | 190 W | 235 W |
| Replacement lamp | 5J.J9V05.001 | NP43LP |
| Light-source life | 4,000 h normal · 6,000 h eco · 10,000 h super eco · 6,500 h dynamic | 4,000 h max · 5,000 h normal · 9,000 h eco |
| Warm-up time | 30 s | 6 s |
| Cool-down time | 90 s | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 0.72–0.87:1 | 1.3–2.2:1 |
| Image size | — | 30–300 in |
| Projection offset | 105% | 116%Derived |
| Zoom | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.21×Derived | 1.69×Derived |
| Focal length | 22.04–24.14 mm | 17.5–29 mm |
| Aperture (f-number) | 2.56–2.68 | 1.7–2.1 |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Autofocus | — | No |
| Vertical lens shift | — | None |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | None |
| Vertical keystone | 30° | 30° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | 30° |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Corner correction | — | 4-corner |
| Interchangeable lens | — | No |
| Lens material | Glass | — |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | 2 × HDMI 1.4 | 2 × HDMI |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 2Derived | 2Derived |
| Newest HDMI version | HDMI 1.4Derived | — |
| Other video inputs | VGA, + Composite | VGA |
| Max input resolution | WUXGA | WUXGA |
| Audio inputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, + RCA |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| Control ports | RS-232 | RS-232 |
| PJLink | — | Class 1 |
| Control-system drivers | — | Crestron |
| Horizontal scan | 15–102 kHz | 15–100 kHz |
| Vertical scan | 23–120 Hz | 50–120 Hz |
| Smart platform | ||
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 20 W |
| Speakers | 1 | 1 |
| Layout | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI audio return | NoneDerived | NoneDerived |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 287 × 233 × 114 mm | 339 × 259 × 109 mm |
| Weight | 2,600 g | 2,900 g |
| Orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Ceiling mount | M4, 20–25 mm screws | — |
| Dust filter | — | Replaceable |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 5–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–90%RH | 20–80%RH |
| Altitude | 3,000 m · high-altitude mode | 2,600 m · high-altitude mode |
| Power draw | Normal 305 W · Eco 220 W | Max 309 W · Normal 230 W · Eco 193 W |
| Standby | Up to 0.5 W | 0.45 W |
| Networked standby | — | 2.3 W |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | Normal 33 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A) | Normal 36 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Marks | — | FCC, UL |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr (light source 1 yr or 2,000 h) | 🇪🇺 EU 3 yr (light source 6 mo or 1,000 h) · 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| User manual | https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR/UserManual/MW632ST/MW632ST_UM_EN_231229092226.pdf | https://sharp-displays.jp.sharp/support/webdl/dl_service/data/manual/en/me361w/ME361W_manual_ENG_v3.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | + Power cord, Remote, + Remote batteries, Quick start guide, User manual, + Warranty card, VGA cable | Remote, Quick start guide, User manual, VGA cable |
| Remote | IR | IR |