NEC NP-M403H vs ViewSonic PG706HD
 MSRP $2,599 |  MSRP $849 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key differences | ||
| White light output | 4,000 lm ISO (Bright mode) | 4,000 lm ANSI |
| Throw ratio | 1.2–2.1:1 | 1.5–1.65:1 |
| Fan noise | Max 36 dB(A) · Normal 30 dB(A) · Eco 30 dB(A) | — |
| Price | MSRP $2,599 | MSRP $849 |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 2.7–4.6 m | 3.3–3.7 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | 4,000 lmDerived | 4,000 lmDerived |
| White light output | 4,000 lm ISO (Bright mode) | 4,000 lm ANSI |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.65 in | 0.65 in |
| On-screen resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080)Derived | 1080p (1920 × 1080)Derived |
| Native resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080) | 1080p (1920 × 1080) |
| Native aspect | 16:9Derived | 16:9Derived |
| Colour wheel segments | — | 6 |
| Contrast | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 10,000:1 | — |
| Dynamic contrast method | Dynamic iris | — |
| Colour | ||
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | 10 bit | 10 bit |
| Calibration | ||
| Picture mode memories | 7 | 2 |
| 3D | ||
| 3D | Yes | Yes |
| 3D formats | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, + Frame sequential |
| 3D glasses sync | DLP-Link | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | Lamp | Lamp |
| Lamp power | 270 W | 245 W |
| Replacement lamp | NP30LP | RLC-120 |
| Light-source life | 3,500 h max · 5,500 h normal · 8,000 h eco | 4,000 h normal · 20,000 h dynamic |
| Light output control | Steps | — |
| Constant brightness mode | Yes | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2–2.1:1 | 1.5–1.65:1 |
| Image size | 30–300 in | 30–300 in |
| Zoom | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.75×Derived | 1.1×Derived |
| Focal length | 18–30.6 mm | — |
| Aperture (f-number) | 2.4–3.2 | — |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Autofocus | No | — |
| Vertical keystone | 30° | 40° |
| Horizontal keystone | 25° | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | 2 × HDMI | 2 × HDMI 1.4 |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 2Derived | 2Derived |
| Newest HDMI version | — | HDMI 1.4Derived |
| Other video inputs | VGA | VGA, + Composite |
| Max input resolution | WUXGA | 1080p |
| Audio inputs | 3.5 mm, + RCA, + Microphone | 3.5 mm |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| Control ports | RS-232 | RS-232 |
| PJLink | Class 1 | — |
| Control-system drivers | Crestron | Crestron, + AMX |
| Horizontal scan | 15–100 kHz | 15–102 kHz |
| Vertical scan | 50–120 Hz | 23–120 Hz |
| Smart platform | ||
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 20 W | 10 W |
| Speakers | 1 | 1 |
| Layout | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI audio return | NoneDerived | NoneDerived |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 368 × 291 × 108 mm | 312 × 222 × 108 mm |
| Weight | 3,700 g | 2,800 g |
| Colours | — | White |
| Orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Built-in stand | — | Foot |
| Ceiling mount | — | M4, screws ≤ 8 mm |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | — |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 0–90%RH |
| Altitude | 2,400 m · high-altitude mode | 3,000 m |
| Power draw | Max 335 W · Normal 278 W · Eco 246 W | 355 W |
| Standby | 0.4 W | Up to 0.5 W |
| Networked standby | 2.9 W | — |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | Max 36 dB(A) · Normal 30 dB(A) · Eco 30 dB(A) | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Marks | FCC, UL | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇪🇺 EU 3 yr (light source 6 mo or 1,000 h) · 🇺🇸 US 3 yr | 3 yr (light source 1 yr) |
| User manual | https://sharp-displays.jp.sharp/support/webdl/dl_service/data/manual/en/m403w/M403W_manual_ENG.pdf | https://www.viewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/Projector/PG701WU_PG706WU_PG706HD/PG701WU_PG706WU_PG706HD_UG_ENG.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, VGA cable, Carry case, Software CD | — |
| Remote | IR | — |