Hisense C3 Ultra vs Hisense C3 Ultra Max
Bold marks the better figure where both are stated to the same standard. “—” means the manufacturer doesn't state it.
 Hisense C3 UltraMSRP $2,999.99 |  Hisense C3 Ultra MaxMSRP $3,999.99 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.47 in |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 0.9–1.5:1 | 0.85–1.7:1 |
| Projection distance table | 65″: 1.3–2.16 m · 100″: 1.99–3.32 m · 120″: 2.39–3.99 m · 150″: 2.99–4.98 m · 300″: 5.98–9.96 m | 65″: 1.22–2.45 m · 100″: 1.88–3.76 m · 120″: 2.26–4.52 m · 150″: 2.82–5.65 m · 300″: 5.65–11.29 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.6× | 2× |
| Focus | Auto | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | ±100% | ±120% |
| Horizontal lens shift | ±35% | ±47% |
| Image size range | 65–300 in | 65–300 in |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | RGB triple laser | RGB triple laser |
| Light source detail | Red + Green + Blue Trichrome Laser (Hisense 'LPU 3.0' RGB triple laser) | Red + Green + Blue Trichrome Laser (Hisense 'LPU 3.0' RGB triple laser) |
| Light source life | Rated: 25,000 h | Rated: 25,000 h |
| Laser wavelengths | R 643 nm, G 530 nm, B 465 nm | R 643 nm, G 530 nm, B 465 nm |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 4,000 lm | 5,000 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Native on/off contrast | 5,000:1 | — |
| Dynamic contrast | — | 5,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Dynamic iris | — |
| Manual iris / aperture | Yes | Yes |
| Colour | ||
| BT.2020 gamut | 118% | 118% |
| Gamut metric | Area | Area |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes | Yes |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 240 Hz | 1920×1080: 240 Hz |
| Variable refresh rate | FreeSync | FreeSync |
| Auto low-latency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 56 W | 56 W |
| Speaker count | 5 | 5 |
| Audio channels | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Audio partner | Devialet | Devialet |
| DTS | Yes | Yes |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Optical | 3.5 mm, Optical |
| HDMI ARC | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1, eARC (ALLM); HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1 (ALLM) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1, eARC (ALLM); HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1 (ALLM) |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Alexa, Control4 | Alexa, Control4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | VIDAA | VIDAA |
| Netflix | Native | Native |
| Casting | AirPlay 2, Miracast | AirPlay 2, Miracast |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | Yes |
| 3D sync method | DLP-Link | DLP-Link |
| 3D formats | Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame packing | Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame packing |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Horizontal deg: 360 · Vertical total deg: 260 | Horizontal deg: 360 · Vertical min deg: -40 · Vertical max deg: 220 |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | 5–35°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 20–80%RH |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 250 W | 360 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Height | 279 mm | 315 mm |
| Weight | 8 kg | 11.7 kg |
| Colours / finishes | Gray | Gray |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: 1/4"-20 · Note: single threaded hole in the base of the gimbal | Thread: 1/4"-20 · Effective thread length mm: 6.7–9 · Note: single threaded hole in the base of the gimbal |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | RG2 |
| Laser product class | Class 1 | Class 1 |
| FDA variance | No.57, dated May 8, 2019 (complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for conformance as a Risk Group 2 product under IEC 62471-5) | Laser Notice No. 57, dated May 8, 2019 |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC, IMAX Enhanced | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 1 yr · 🇦🇺 AU 3 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 1 yr |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Power adapter, Batteries, Remote control, Quick start guide, Warranty card | Projector, Power cord, Power adapter, Batteries, Remote control, Quick start guide, Warranty card |
| Remote type | Voice | Voice |