Dangbei DBOX02 Pro vs Sony VPL-HW65ES
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 Dangbei DBOX02 ProMSRP $1,599 | Sony VPL-HW65ES MSRP $3,999 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | LCoS |
| Technology brand | DLP | SXRD |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.61 in |
| Native aspect ratio | β | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | β | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 Γ 2160 | β |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | β | Zone |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.27:1 | 1.36β2.16:1 |
| Projection distance table | 80β³: 2.2 m Β· 100β³: 2.8 m Β· 120β³: 3.37 m Β· 150β³: 4.2 m | 80β³: 2.4β3.83 m Β· 100β³: 3β4.79 m Β· 120β³: 3.61β5.76 m Β· 150β³: 4.52β7.2 m Β· 200β³: 6.04β9.61 m |
| Zoom type | Digital | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | β | 1.6Γ |
| Focus | Auto | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | Β±71% |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | Β±25% |
| Motorized lens shift | β | No |
| Focal length | β | 18.7β29.7 mm |
| F-number | β | 2.52β3.02 |
| Image size range | 40β300 in | 40β300 in |
| Lens memory | β | 0 |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | β |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | RGB triple laser | Lamp |
| Light source detail | LaserVibe laser engine using blue and red lasers | Ultra high pressure lamp, 215 W (replacement LMP-H210) |
| Lamp wattage | β | 215 W |
| Light source life | β | Low: 6,000 h |
| Laser wavelengths | R 640 nm, G 530 nm, B 460 nm | β |
| Light-source dimming | β | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 2,000 lm | β |
| ANSI lumens | β | 1,800 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | β | 120,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | β | Dynamic iris |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 108% | β |
| Gamut metric | Area | β |
| Colour temperature presets | β | D93, D65, D55, Custom |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | β | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit | β |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | β | 6-axis |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | β |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | 1920Γ1080: 240 Hz | β |
| Input lag (rated) | β | 1920Γ1080 @ 60 Hz: 21 ms |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 24 W | β |
| Speaker count | 2 | β |
| DTS | Yes | β |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth | β |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | β |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | β |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | β |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 Γ 2160 | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1 (eARC): HDMI 2.1, eARC; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 1: HDMI 1.4; HDMI 2: HDMI 1.4 |
| Horizontal scan frequency | β | 19β72 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | β | 48β92 Hz |
| VGA input | β | No |
| USB media playback | Yes | β |
| RS-232 | β | Yes |
| LAN control | β | Yes |
| Wired IR input | β | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | β | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | β | Control4, Crestron |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | β |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | β |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | β |
| Netflix | Native | β |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | β |
| RAM | 2 GB | β |
| Storage | 32 GB | β |
| SoC | Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A55 CPU with Mali-G52 GPU | β |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | Yes |
| 3D sync method | β | RF |
| 3D formats | Side-by-side, Top-bottom | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, 2D β 3D |
| Glasses included | β | 0 |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | β |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | β |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | β |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | β |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Type: gimbal Β· Pan deg: 360 Β· Tilt deg: 120 | β |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 24 dB(A) | Low: 22 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement distance | 1 m | β |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0β40Β°C | 5β35Β°C |
| Operating humidity | β | 35β85%RH |
| High-altitude mode | β | Yes |
| Operating orientations | β | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100β240 V | 100β240 V |
| Rated frequency | β | 50β60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 110 W | 310 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Off: 0.5 W Β· Standby: 0.5 W Β· Networked standby: 2 W | β |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.4 W |
| Networked standby power | 2 W | 1 W |
| Power supply | External brick | β |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 263 mm | 407 mm |
| Depth | 216 mm | 464 mm |
| Height | 247 mm | 179 mm |
| Weight | 4.8 kg | 9 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | β | Front |
| Colours / finishes | Dark grey | Black, White |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M25 Β· Depth mm: 10 Β· Holes: 1 | β |
| Air filter | β | Washable |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | β |
| Laser product class | Class 1 | β |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, UKCA, FCC | β |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | πΊπΈ US 1 yr | πΊπΈ US 3 yr |
| User manual | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0582/1127/0815/files/DBOX02Pro_20250630.pdf | β |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote, Batteries, Power adapter, Power cable, Manual, Screw release plate | Remote rm pj28, Aa batteries 2, Power cord, Lens cap, User manual cd, Quick start guide |
| Remote type | Bluetooth | IR |
| 3D glasses in box | β | 0 |