JMGO N1S Ultra vs Optoma UHZ50

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	JMGO N1S Ultra MSRP $2,499	Optoma UHZ50 MSRP $2,799
Display system
Imaging technology	DLP	DLP
Technology brand	—	DLP
Number of imaging devices	1	1
Chip / panel model	—	4K UHD HSSI DMD X1, S451
Chip / panel diagonal	—	0.47 in
Native aspect ratio	16:9	16:9
Native resolution	—	1920 × 1080
Pixel shift	—	XPR 4-way
Addressable resolution	3840 × 2160	3840 × 2160
Optical system description	—	Blue laser phosphor light engine with a yellow phosphor wheel and a colour wheel
Optics
Throw ratio	1.2:1	1.21–1.59:1
Projection distance table	84″: 2.26 m · 180″: 4.79 m	40″: 1.07–1.41 m · 60″: 1.61–2.11 m · 70″: 1.88–2.46 m · 80″: 2.14–2.82 m · 90″: 2.41–3.17 m · 100″: 2.68–3.52 m · 120″: 3.21–4.22 m · 150″: 4.02–5.28 m · 180″: 4.82–6.34 m · 200″: 5.36–7.04 m · 250″: 6.7–8.8 m
Zoom type	Digital	Optical
Zoom ratio	—	1.3×
Focus	Auto	Manual
Vertical lens shift	0%	0–10%
Horizontal lens shift	0%	—
Motorized lens shift	—	No
Fixed offset	—	105%
Focal length	—	12.81–16.74 mm
F-number	—	1.94–2.23
Interchangeable lens	No	—
Image size range	40–300 in	34.1–302 in
Vertical keystone	—	-30–30°
Horizontal keystone	—	-30–30°
Corner / warp correction	4pt	Warp
Light source
Light source type	RGB triple laser	Laser (phosphor)
Light source detail	MALC triple color laser optics	Laser
Light source life	Normal: 30,000 h	Rated: 30,000 h
Life definition	—	50% brightness
Constant brightness mode	—	Yes
Cool-down time	—	10 s
Light-source dimming	—	Manual steps
Brightness
ISO light output	2,800 lm	—
Claimed brightness (non-standard)	—	3,000
Claimed brightness unit	—	Unspecified
Brightness by mode	—	Cinema: 1,194 lm · Hdr sim: 1,684 lm · Game: 1,677 lm · Reference: 1,053 lm · Bright: 2,503 lm · User: 1,909 lmMeasured
Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner)	95%	80%
Contrast & black level
Dynamic contrast	1,600:1	2,500,000:1
Dynamic light control	—	Laser dimming
Colour
BT.2020 gamut	110%	—
Gamma / EOTF presets	—	2.2, 2.4, 2.6
Bit depth / 'number of colours'	10 bit	10 bit
Calibration & picture control
Colour management system	—	6-axis
Greyscale control points	11	—
ISF certified	—	Yes
HDR
HDR formats	HDR10	HDR10, HLG
Tone mapping type	—	Adjustable
Motion & gaming
Frame interpolation (MEMC)	Yes	Yes
Max refresh rate	—	1920×1080: 240 Hz · 2560×1440: 120 Hz · 3840×2160: 60 Hz
Input lag (rated)	—	1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 17 ms · 1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 8.6 ms · 1920×1080 @ 240 Hz: 4.4 ms · 3840×2160 @ 60 Hz: 16.9 ms
Auto low-latency mode	—	No
Audio
Speaker power	20 W	20 W
Speaker count	2	2
Audio channels	Stereo	Stereo
Audio partner	Dynaudio	—
DTS	Yes	Yes
Audio outputs	3.5 mm, HDMI eARC	3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI eARC
HDMI ARC	—	Yes
HDMI eARC	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth audio out	Yes	—
Inputs, control & connectivity
Max input signal	3840 × 2160	4096 × 2160
HDMI port count	2	3
HDMI ports (feature-level)	HDMI (eARC): HDMI 2.1, eARC; HDMI: HDMI 2.1	HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2, eARC (ENHANCED GAMING LOW LATENCY); HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2; HDMI 3: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2 (PUREMOTION)
Horizontal scan frequency	—	15.38–91.15 kHz
Vertical scan frequency	—	24–120 Hz
USB media playback	—	Yes
RS-232	—	Yes
LAN control	—	Yes
Wired IR input	—	Yes
12 V trigger	—	Yes
Control ecosystem drivers	—	Alexa, Google Home
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6	Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth version	5.2	—
Ethernet	No	Yes
Firmware / software
Smart OS	Google TV	Android (uncertified)
Netflix	Native	Native
Casting	Chromecast built-in	—
RAM	2 GB	—
Storage	32 GB	16 GB
3D
3D support	Yes	Yes
3D sync method	—	DLP-Link
3D formats	—	Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential
Setup automation
Autofocus	When moved	—
Auto keystone	Yes	Yes
Screen fit / alignment	Yes	—
Obstacle avoidance	Yes	—
Eye-protection sensor	Yes	—
Integrated stand / gimbal	Vertical deg: 135 · Horizontal deg: 360	—
Acoustic noise
Fan noise (sound pressure)	Stated max: 26 dB(A)	Typical: 27 dB(A) · Max: 29 dB(A)
Environment & power
Operating temperature	0–40°C	0–40°C
Operating humidity	—	10–85%RH
Altitude / high-altitude mode	—	3,000 m
High-altitude mode	—	Yes
Operating orientations	Ceiling, Rear	Table, Ceiling, Rear
Rated voltage	100–240 V	100–240 V
Rated frequency	50–60 Hz	50–60 Hz
Power consumption (max)	180 W	230 W
Power consumption by mode	—	Bright 100 pct 110vac: 240 W · Bright 100 pct 220vac: 230 W · Eco 80 pct 110vac: 185 W · Eco 80 pct 220vac: 175 W
Standby power	—	0.5 W
Power supply	External brick	—
Physical & installation
Width	236 mm	337 mm
Depth	241 mm	265 mm
Height	203 mm	119 mm
Weight	4.5 kg	4.8 kg
Colours / finishes	—	White
Safety & compliance
Photobiological risk group	RG2	RG2
Laser product class	Class 1	Class 1 (IEC 60825-1:2014)
FDA variance	—	Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 as a Risk Group 2 LIP; see Laser Notice No. 57, dated May 8, 2019
Safety & market certifications	CE, FCC	CE, FCC
Support & ownership
Warranty	🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 2 yr	—
User manual	https://global.jmgo.com/cdn/shop/files/JMGO_N1S_Ultra_User_Manual.pdf	https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/import/Documents/c60e8ce7-6032-45ec-a343-21f52fef801c.pdf
In the box
Box contents	Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Power adapter, Quick start guide, Allen wrench	Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide, Wifi dongle
Remote type	Bluetooth	Backlit