Hisense PL1 vs LG CineBeam S PU615U
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 Hisense PL1 |  LG CineBeam S PU615UMSRP $1,299.99 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | — | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.47 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 0.25:1 | 0.25:1 |
| Projection distance table | — | 40″: 0.24 m · 50″: 0.29 m · 60″: 0.35 m · 70″: 0.4 m · 80″: 0.45 m · 90″: 0.5 m · 100″: 0.55 m |
| Zoom type | None | None |
| Focus | Motorized | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | 0% |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | 0% |
| Fixed offset | — | 123% |
| Interchangeable lens | — | No |
| Image size range | 80–120 in | 40–100 in |
| Corner / warp correction | 8pt | Warp |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) | RGB triple laser |
| Light source detail | X-Fusion™ Laser Engine | Triple laser: blue 458-472 nm (about 10.4 W), green 519-531 nm (about 6.4 W), red 635-651 nm (about 11.0 W) |
| Light source life | Laser life: 25,000 h | — |
| Laser wavelengths | B 455 nm | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 2,200 lm | 500 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 2,000,000:1 | 450,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | — | Laser dimming |
| Colour | ||
| DCI-P3 gamut | 85% | 154% |
| Gamut metric | — | Area |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 10 bit | — |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes | Yes |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision | HDR10, HLG |
| Tone mapping type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | — |
| Max refresh rate | 3840×2160: 60 Hz | — |
| Auto low-latency mode | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 30 W | 8 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | Stereo |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Optical | HDMI ARC, Bluetooth |
| HDMI ARC | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| HDMI port count | 2 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1 (ALLM); HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1 (ALLM) | HDMI: HDMI (ARC) |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | — | Yes |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | Alexa, Google Home, Control4, HomeKit | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | — |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | webOS |
| Certified OS | Yes | — |
| Netflix | — | Native |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2 | AirPlay 2, Miracast |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | — | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | — | Eco: 25 dB(A) · Normal: 27 dB(A) · High brightness: 29 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 0–80%RH |
| Rated voltage | 120 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 300 W | 73 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | — |
| Power supply | — | USB-C |
| USB-C PD input | — | 65 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 531 mm | 110 mm |
| Depth | 335 mm | 160 mm |
| Height | 120 mm | 160 mm |
| Weight | 8.5 kg | 1.9 kg |
| Tripod socket | — | Yes |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | RG2 |
| Laser product class | Class 1 | Class 1 |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇨🇦 CA 2 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr |
| User manual | — | https://www.lg.com/us/support/product/lg-PU615U.AUSG |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | — | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Power adapter |
| Remote type | Voice | IR |