Epson Lifestudio Grand Plus vs Optoma GT3500HDR
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 Epson Lifestudio Grand PlusMSRP $3,799.99 |  Optoma GT3500HDRMSRP $1,799 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | 3LCD | DLP |
| Technology brand | 3LCD | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 3 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.62 in | — |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 Ă— 1080 | 1920 Ă— 1080 |
| Pixel shift | Other | — |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | — |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | Zone | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 0.16–0.4:1 | 0.25:1 |
| Throw reference point | Lens | — |
| Projection distance table | 80″: 0.28 m · 90″: 0.32 m · 100″: 0.35 m · 110″: 0.39 m · 120″: 0.43 m · 130″: 0.47 m · 150″: 0.54 m | 85″: 0.53 m · 90″: 0.56 m · 100″: 0.61 m · 110″: 0.67 m · 120″: 0.73 m |
| Zoom type | Digital | Digital |
| Zoom ratio | 2.5× | — |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | — | 0% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | 0% |
| Fixed offset | — | 120% |
| Focal length | 2.3 mm | 3.7 mm |
| F-number | 1.8 | 2.44 |
| Image size range | 80–150 in | 80–130 in |
| Vertical keystone | — | -5–5° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | -5–5° |
| Corner / warp correction | Warp | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | Blue laser diode, 449-461 nm, light source output up to 115.2 W | DuraCore Laser |
| Light source life | Normal: 20,000 h · Quiet: 20,000 h | Rated: 30,000 h |
| Life definition | 50% brightness | — |
| Light-source dimming | — | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 4,000 lm | — |
| Colour light output (CLO) | 4,000 lm (colour) | — |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 3,800 |
| Claimed brightness unit | — | Unspecified |
| Brightness by mode | Dynamic: 4,081 lm · Standard: 3,533 lm · Cinema: 3,302 lm · Natural: 3,028 lmMeasured | — |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | — | 75% |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 5,000,000:1 | 500,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Laser dimming | — |
| Colour | ||
| Gamma / EOTF presets | — | 2.2, 2.4 |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 10 bit | 30 bitDerived |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | 6-axis |
| Greyscale control points | 13 | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Tone mapping type | Dynamic | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | — |
| Max refresh rate | 3840×2160: 120 Hz · 1920×1080: 120 Hz | 1920×1080: 120 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | — | 1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 8.6 ms · 1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 17 ms · 3840×2160 @ 60 Hz: 17 ms |
| Auto low-latency mode | Yes | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 20 W | 15 W |
| Speaker count | 3 | 1 |
| Audio channels | 2.1 | Mono |
| Audio partner | Bose | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI ARC, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI ARC | Yes | No |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 4096 Ă— 2160 | 4096 Ă— 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1, 48 Gbps, HDCP 2.3 (ALLM); HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1, 48 Gbps, HDCP 2.3, eARC (ALLM); HDMI 3: HDMI 2.0, 18 Gbps, HDCP 2.2 (ALLM) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0 |
| Horizontal scan frequency | — | 15–140 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | — | 24–120 Hz |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| RS-232 | — | Yes |
| LAN control | — | Yes |
| Wired IR input | Yes | — |
| PJLink class | — | Class 1 |
| Control ecosystem drivers | — | Crestron |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | None |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | — |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | None |
| OS version | Google TV with Gemini | — |
| Netflix | Native | — |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | No | Yes |
| 3D sync method | — | DLP-Link |
| 3D formats | — | Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | None | — |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | — |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Quiet: 23 dB(A) · Normal: 32 dB(A) | Min: 27 dB(A) · Max: 34 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 0–80%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,048 m | 3,048 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | — |
| Power consumption (max) | 363 W | 173 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Normal: 350 W · Eco: 217 W | Bright: 173 W · Eco: 119 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby power | 2 W | — |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 695 mm | 327 mm |
| Depth | 341 mm | 328 mm |
| Height | 145 mm | 110 mm |
| Weight | 12.4 kg | 3.9 kg |
| Ingress protection | — | IP6X |
| Colours / finishes | Black, White | White |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M4 · Screw length mm: 9 | — |
| Air filter | Replaceable | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | RG2 |
| Laser product class | Class 1 consumer laser product (RG2 per IEC/EN 62471-5) | Class 1 (Risk Group 2) |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 2 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr |
| User manual | https://download2.ebz.epson.net/sec_pubs_visual/eai/projectors/pdf/useg/EN/UsersGuide_EHLS970_EN_EAI.pdf | https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/import/Documents/2b071968-2260-4f13-b1f5-cd54bcb1686f.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Power adapter, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide | Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide |
| Remote type | Voice | IR |