JVC LX-NZ30 vs XGIMI HORIZON 20
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 JVC LX-NZ30MSRP $4,299.95 |  XGIMI HORIZON 20MSRP $1,699 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.47 in |
| Native aspect ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| Pixel shift | Other | — |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.36–2.18:1 | 1.2–1.5:1 |
| Projection distance table | 80″: 2.4–3.84 m · 90″: 2.7–4.32 m · 95″: 2.85–4.56 m · 100″: 3–4.8 m · 110″: 3.3–5.28 m · 120″: 3.6–5.76 m · 130″: 3.9–6.24 m · 140″: 4.2–6.72 m · 150″: 4.5–7.2 m · 160″: 4.8–7.68 m · 170″: 5.1–8.16 m · 180″: 5.4–8.64 m · 200″: 6–9.6 m | — |
| Zoom type | — | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.6× | 1.25×Derived |
| Focus | Manual | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | ±60% | ±120% |
| Horizontal lens shift | ±23% | ±45% |
| Motorized lens shift | No | Yes |
| Focal length | 14.3–22.9 mm | — |
| F-number | 1.81 | — |
| Image size range | 60–200 in | 40–300 in |
| Corner / warp correction | Warp | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) | RGB triple laser |
| Light source detail | Blue laser diode, 105 W x 1, wavelength 449-461 nm, with phosphor | RGB triple laser, with emission bands of 458-472 nm, 519-531 nm and 635-651 nm |
| Light source life | Normal: 20,000 h | — |
| Cool-down time | 120 s | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | — | 3,200 lm |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 3,300 | — |
| Claimed brightness unit | Unspecified | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | — | 20,000:1 |
| Dynamic light control | Laser dimming | — |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 100% | — |
| BT.2020 gamut | — | 110% |
| Gamut metric | — | Area |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 | — |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | — | 8 bit |
| Filmmaker Mode | — | Yes |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | — |
| Picture mode memories | 2 | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
| Tone-mapping brand name | Auto Tone Mapping | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | — | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 240 Hz · 3840×2160: 60 Hz | 1920×1080: 240 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | — | 1920×1080 @ 240 Hz: 1 ms · 1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 2.2 ms · 3840×2160 @ 60 Hz: 3 ms |
| Variable refresh rate | — | HDMI VRR |
| Auto low-latency mode | — | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | — | 24 W |
| Speaker count | — | 2 |
| Audio partner | — | Harman Kardon |
| DTS | — | Yes |
| Audio outputs | — | Optical, 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC |
| HDMI eARC | — | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 × 2160 | — |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.3; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.3 | HDMI 1: HDMI, eARC; HDMI 2: HDMI |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | Yes | — |
| RS-232 | Yes | — |
| LAN control | Yes | — |
| 12 V trigger | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth version | — | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | — | Google TV |
| Casting | — | DLNA, Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | — | 4 GB |
| Storage | — | 128 GB |
| SoC | — | MT9679 |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | — | Yes |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | — | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | — | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | — | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | — | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | — | Type: adjustable_stand |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Normal: 34 dB(A) · Eco: 29 dB(A) | Rated: 28 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement distance | — | 1 m |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–90%RH | — |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,000 m | — |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | — |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 360 W | 180 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | — |
| Networked standby power | 2 W | — |
| Power supply | — | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 405 mm | 298 mm |
| Depth | 341 mm | 190 mm |
| Height | 146 mm | 249 mm |
| Weight | 5.9 kg | 4.8 kg |
| Colours / finishes | Black, White | — |
| Mount hole pattern | Screw: M4 · Screw length mm: 8 | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | RG2 |
| Laser product class | Class 1 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC, CE | IMAX Enhanced |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 2 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 2 yr |
| User manual | https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-4412-11.pdf | https://helpcenter.xgimi.com/hc/en-gb/article_attachments/50404742316697 |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote, Batteries, Power cable, Manual | Power plug, User manual, Warranty card, Remote, Batteries |
| Remote type | IR | Bluetooth |