LG CineBeam PU700R vs TCL PlayCube
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 LG CineBeam PU700RMSRP $1,699.99 |  TCL PlayCube | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Chip / panel model | — | TI 0.33" DMD |
| Chip / panel diagonal | — | 0.33 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | — |
| Native resolution | — | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel shift | Other | — |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.21:1 |
| Projection distance table | 60″: 1.62 m · 120″: 3.26 m | 30″: 0.8 m · 40″: 1.07 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 · 120″: 3.21 m · 135″: 3.61 m · 150″: 4.13 m |
| Zoom type | None | — |
| Focus | Motorized | Auto |
| Fixed offset | 100% | — |
| Image size range | 60–120 in | 30–150 in |
| Corner / warp correction | Warp | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | RGB LED | Osram 3-color LED |
| Light source life | High brightness: 30,000 h | — |
| Life definition | Unspecified | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | — | 750 lm |
| ANSI lumens | 1,000 lm | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 150,000:1 | 1,000,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | — | 99% |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | — |
| Tone mapping type | Dynamic | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 5 W | 5 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | — |
| Audio channels | Mono | — |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | — |
| Audio outputs | — | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI ARC | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 4096 × 2160 | — |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 2.1, 24 Gbps | — |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | Yes | — |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | HomeKit | — |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth version | — | 5.1 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | webOS | Google TV |
| OS version | webOS 22 | Android 11 for TV |
| Netflix | — | Native |
| Casting | AirPlay 2 | Chromecast built-in |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | — | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | — | Yes |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Typical: 29 dB(A) | Standard: 26 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 0–80%RH | — |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 140 W | 100 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | — |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Battery capacity | — | 66 Wh |
| Battery runtime | — | 180 min |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 164 mm | 150 mm |
| Depth | 144 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Height | 307 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Weight | 3.1 kg | 1.3 kg |
| Colours / finishes | White | — |
| Mount hole pattern | — | Thread: 1/4-inch |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | RG2 |
| Safety & market certifications | — | CE |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 1 yr · 🇩🇪 DE 3 yr | — |
| User manual | https://gscs-b2c.lge.com/open/downloadFile?fileId=gdXsVxLtvg8TK1xdUfslw | https://web.archive.org/web/20260103154234/https://www.manualslib.com/manual/4099015/Tcl-Playcube-P30d8f.html |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Magic Lighting Remote, Two AA Batteries, AC-DC Adaptor, Power cord, Owner's Manual | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide, Power adapter |
| Remote type | Voice | Voice |