Philips NeoPix 244 vs Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen
Bold marks the better figure where both are stated to the same standard. βββ means the manufacturer doesn't state it.
 Philips NeoPix 244 |  Samsung The Freestyle 2nd GenMSRP $799.99 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | Other | DLP |
| Technology brand | β | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | β |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | β |
| Native resolution | 1920 Γ 1080 | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.21:1 | 1.2:1 |
| Projection distance table | β | 30β³: 0.8 m Β· 55β³: 1.5 m Β· 65β³: 1.7 m Β· 75β³: 2 m Β· 100β³: 2.7 m |
| Zoom type | Digital | Digital |
| Focus | Auto | Auto |
| Image size range | β | 30β100 in |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | β |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | single LED W | β |
| Light source life | Rated: 30,000 h | Normal: 30,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | Unspecified |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 250 lm | 230 lm |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | β | 550 |
| Claimed brightness unit | β | LED lumens |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Native on/off contrast | β | 300:1 |
| Dynamic contrast | 3,000:1 | β |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | β | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Max refresh rate | β | 1920Γ1080: 60 Hz |
| Auto low-latency mode | β | No |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 6 W | 5 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | β |
| Audio channels | Stereo | β |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | HDMI ARC, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth |
| HDMI ARC | β | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | β | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio out | β | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | β | 1920 Γ 1080 |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI | Micro HDMI: HDMI |
| Horizontal scan frequency | β | 15.63β79.98 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | β | 24β75.03 Hz |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | β | No |
| USB media playback | Yes | β |
| LAN control | β | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | β | Alexa |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth version | β | BT5.2 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | β | Tizen |
| Netflix | β | Native |
| Casting | Miracast, DLNA | AirPlay 2 |
| Update policy | β | Security updates supported until 31 December 2028 (5 years from initial supply in 2023) |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | β | When moved |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | β | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Type: rotating stand Β· Rotation deg: 180 | Type: cradle_stand Β· Vertical deg: 180 |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | β | Standard: 30 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5β35Β°C | β |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | β | 3,048 m |
| High-altitude mode | β | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | β |
| Rated voltage | 100β240 V | 100β240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50β60 Hz | 50β60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | β | 50 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Operating: 28.42 W Β· Standby: 0.98 W | β |
| Standby power | 0.98 W | 0.5 W |
| Power supply | External brick | USB-C |
| USB-C PD input | β | 50 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 239 mm | 102 mm |
| Depth | 141 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Height | 188 mm | 173 mm |
| Weight | 1.33 kg | 0.83 kg |
| Colours / finishes | β | White |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Safety & market certifications | FCC, CE | β |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | β | π«π· FR 2 yr Β· π¬π§ GB 1 yr |
| User manual | https://www.documents.philips.com/assets/20250921/033366cc012a4b4587fcb35f00f88547.pdf | https://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202411/20241106105937862/BP81-00686A-210_EM_PJFATSCC_NA-SA_ENG-US_241105.0.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Power plug adapters, Power adapter | Remote, Power cord, User manual |
| Remote type | IR | Voice |