LG CineBeam PH30N vs TCL C1
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 LG CineBeam PH30NMSRP $399 |  TCL C1MSRP $249.99 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | Single-panel LCD |
| Technology brand | DLP | — |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.23 in | 3 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 960 × 540 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel shift | XPR 2-way | — |
| Addressable resolution | 1280 × 720 | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.5:1 | 1.27:1 |
| Projection distance table | 25″: 0.83 m · 30″: 1 m · 40″: 1.33 m · 50″: 1.66 m · 60″: 1.99 m · 70″: 2.32 m · 80″: 2.66 m · 90″: 2.99 m · 100″: 3.32 m | 40″: 1.15 m · 45″: 1.26 m · 50″: 1.38 m · 60″: 1.65 m · 70″: 1.92 m · 80″: 2.19 m · 90″: 2.47 m · 100″: 2.74 m |
| Zoom type | None | None |
| Focus | Manual | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | — | 0% |
| Fixed offset | 100% | — |
| Interchangeable lens | — | No |
| Image size range | 25–100 in | 40–120 in |
| Vertical keystone | -40–40° | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | RGB LED | — |
| Light source life | High brightness: 30,000 h | Rated: 10,000 h |
| Light-source dimming | Manual steps | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | — | 230 lm |
| ANSI lumens | 250 lm | — |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | 80% | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 100,000:1 | 1,500:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 1 W | 8 W |
| Audio channels | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Bluetooth | 3.5 mm |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | 3840 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 1.4, HDCP 1.4 | HDMI: HDMI 2.1 |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth version | — | 5.1 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | None | Google TV |
| OS version | — | Android 11 for TV |
| Certified OS | — | Yes |
| Netflix | — | Native |
| Casting | Miracast | Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | — | 2 GB |
| Storage | — | 16 GB |
| SoC | — | MT9630LAATAB-2GRAM |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | No | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | — | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | — | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | — | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | — | Type: gimbal · Tilt deg: 285 |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Energy saving max eco: 25 dB(A) · Energy saving med: 28 dB(A) · Energy saving min bright: 30 dB(A) | Rated: 30 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | — |
| Operating humidity | 0–80%RH | — |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | — |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 110–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 42 W | — |
| Power consumption by mode | — | Rated: 65 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | — |
| Power supply | External brick | — |
| Battery capacity | 18.7 Wh | — |
| Battery runtime | 120 min | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 129 mm | 145 mm |
| Depth | 129 mm | 138 mm |
| Height | 39.3 mm | 231 mm |
| Weight | 0.51 kg | 1.77 kg |
| Colours / finishes | White | Gray |
| Tripod socket | Yes | — |
| Sealed optical engine | — | Yes |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | RG1 |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, FCC, UL, KC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 1 yr | — |
| Light-source warranty | 1 year | — |
| User manual | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_11248.pdf | https://www.manualslib.com/manual/3972435/Tcl-C10l3f.html |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote, Batteries, User manual, Power adapter, Power cord | Remote, Ac power cord, Aaa batteries, Quick start guide |
| Remote type | IR | Voice |