Dangbei DBOX02 Pro vs Sony VPL-XW5100ES
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 Dangbei DBOX02 ProMSRP $1,599 | Sony VPL-XW5100ES MSRP $9,999.99 | |
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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 resolution | — | 3840 × 2160 |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | — |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | — | Zone |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.27:1 | 1.38–2.21:1 |
| Throw reference point | — | Lens |
| Projection distance table | 80″: 2.2 m · 100″: 2.8 m · 120″: 3.37 m · 150″: 4.2 m | 60″: 1.82–2.92 m · 80″: 2.44–3.91 m · 100″: 3.06–4.89 m · 150″: 4.6–7.36 m · 200″: 6.13–9.82 m · 300″: 9.21–14.75 m |
| Zoom type | Digital | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | — | 1.6× |
| Focus | Auto | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | ±71% |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | ±25% |
| Motorized lens shift | — | No |
| F-number | — | 2.5–2.99 |
| Image size range | 40–300 in | 60–300 in |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | RGB triple laser | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | LaserVibe laser engine using blue and red lasers | Laser diode (Z-Phosphor laser light engine) |
| Light source life | — | Up to: 20,000 h |
| Laser wavelengths | R 640 nm, G 530 nm, B 460 nm | — |
| Light-source dimming | — | Continuous |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 2,000 lm | — |
| ANSI lumens | — | 2,200 lm |
| Colour light output (CLO) | — | 2,200 lm (colour) |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 2,200 |
| Claimed brightness unit | — | Unspecified |
| Brightness by mode | — | Cinema film 1: 1,982 lm · Cinema film 2: 1,897 lm · Reference: 1,918 lm · Tv: 1,982 lm · Photo: 1,813 lm · Game: 1,918 lm · Bright cinema: 2,108 lm · Bright tv: 2,024 lm · User: 1,939 lm · IMAX Enhanced: 1,939 lmMeasured |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic light control | — | Laser dimming |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 108% | — |
| Gamut metric | Area | — |
| Colour temperature presets | — | D93, D65, D55, Custom |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | — | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit | 10 bit |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | — | 6-axis |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Tone mapping type | — | Dynamic |
| Tone-mapping brand name | — | XR Dynamic Tone Mapping |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 240 Hz | 1920×1080: 120 Hz · 3840×2160: 120 Hz · 4096×2160: 120 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | — | 3840×2160 @ 120 Hz: 12 ms · 3840×2160 @ 60 Hz: 21 ms |
| Auto low-latency mode | — | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 24 W | — |
| Speaker count | 2 | 0 |
| DTS | Yes | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth | — |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 × 2160 | 4096 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1 (eARC): HDMI 2.1, eARC; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3 |
| USB media playback | Yes | No |
| RS-232 | — | Yes |
| LAN control | — | Yes |
| Wired IR input | — | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | — | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | — | Control4, Crestron |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | — |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | — |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | — |
| Netflix | Native | — |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | — |
| RAM | 2 GB | — |
| Storage | 32 GB | — |
| SoC | Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A55 CPU with Mali-G52 GPU | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | No |
| 3D formats | Side-by-side, Top-bottom | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | — |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | — |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | — |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Type: gimbal · Pan deg: 360 · Tilt deg: 120 | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 24 dB(A) | Rated: 24 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement distance | 1 m | — |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 5–35°C |
| Operating humidity | — | 20–80%RH |
| High-altitude mode | — | Yes |
| Operating orientations | — | Table, Ceiling |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | — | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 110 W | 295 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Off: 0.5 W · Standby: 0.5 W · Networked standby: 2 W | — |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.3 W |
| Networked standby power | 2 W | 0.5 W |
| Power supply | External brick | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 263 mm | 460 mm |
| Depth | 216 mm | 472 mm |
| Height | 247 mm | 200 mm |
| Weight | 4.8 kg | 13 kg |
| Colours / finishes | Dark grey | Black, White |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M25 · Depth mm: 10 · Holes: 1 | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | — |
| Laser product class | Class 1 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, UKCA, FCC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| User manual | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0582/1127/0815/files/DBOX02Pro_20250630.pdf | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_12666.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote, Batteries, Power adapter, Power cable, Manual, Screw release plate | Remote, Batteries, Lens cap, Power cord, Setup guide |
| Remote type | Bluetooth | Backlit |