Sony VPL-XW8100ES vs ViewSonic PX703HDH
 MSRP $35,999 |  ViewSonic PX703HDHMSRP $699 | |
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| Key differences | ||
| White light output | — | 3,500 lm ANSI |
| Native resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) | 1080p (1920 × 1080) |
| Throw ratio | 1.34–2.87:1 | 1.13–1.47:1 |
| Lowest input lag | 13 msDerived | — |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | — |
| Light source | Laser (phosphor) | Lamp |
| Fan noise | 26 dB(A) | Normal 31 dB(A) · Eco 27 dB(A) |
| Price | MSRP $35,999 | MSRP $699 |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 3.0–6.4 m | 2.5–3.3 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | — | 3,500 lmDerived |
| White light output | — | 3,500 lm ANSI |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | Up to 3,400 lm | — |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | LCoS | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.61 in | — |
| Panel alignment | Zone-by-zone | — |
| On-screen resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160)Derived | 1080p (1920 × 1080)Derived |
| Native resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) | 1080p (1920 × 1080) |
| Native aspect | 16:9Derived | 16:9Derived |
| Colour wheel segments | — | 6 |
| Contrast | ||
| Dynamic contrast | — | 12,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast method | Light-source dimming | — |
| Colour | ||
| Colour gamut | DCI-P3 95% | — |
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | — | 10 bit |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, Custom | — |
| Colour temperature presets | D93, D65, D55, Custom | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | — |
| Tone mapping | Dynamic | — |
| Tone mapping (maker name) | XR Dynamic Tone Mapping | — |
| Calibration | ||
| Colour management (CMS) | 6-axis | — |
| Picture certifications | IMAX Enhanced | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D | No | Yes |
| 3D formats | — | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | Laser (phosphor) | Lamp |
| Emitter | Blue laser + phosphor | — |
| Lamp power | — | 203 W |
| Light-source life | Up to 20,000 h | 5,000 h normal · 20,000 h super eco |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.34–2.87:1 | 1.13–1.47:1 |
| Image size | 60–300 in | 30–300 in |
| Zoom | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 2.14×Derived | 1.3×Derived |
| Aperture (f-number) | 2.5–3.24 | — |
| Focus | Motorised | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | ±85% | — |
| Horizontal lens shift | ±36% | — |
| Motorised lens shift | Yes | — |
| Lens memory slots | 5 | — |
| Vertical keystone | — | 40° |
| Corner correction | 4-corner | — |
| Interchangeable lens | No | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | — |
| Frame interpolation at 4K | Yes | — |
| Max input refresh | 1080p: 120 Hz · 4K UHD: 120 Hz · DCI 4K: 120 Hz | — |
| Max refresh at 1080p | 120 HzDerived | — |
| Max refresh at 4K | 120 HzDerived | — |
| Input lag | Up to 1080p: 120 Hz 13 ms · 4K UHD: 120 Hz 21 ms | — |
| Lowest input lag | 13 msDerived | — |
| Gaming features | ALLM | — |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | 2 × HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3, 48 Gbps) | 2 × HDMI 1.4 (HDCP 1.4) |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 2Derived | 2Derived |
| Newest HDMI version | HDMI 2.1Derived | HDMI 1.4Derived |
| Max input resolution | DCI 4K | WUXGA |
| Audio inputs | — | 3.5 mm |
| Control ports | RS-232, + Wired IR, + 12 V trigger | RS-232 |
| Control-system drivers | Control4, Crestron, Savant | — |
| Horizontal scan | 26.97–270 kHz | 15–102 kHz |
| Vertical scan | 23.98–120 Hz | 23–120 Hz |
| Smart platform | ||
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | — | 10 W |
| Speakers | 0 | 1 |
| Layout | — | Mono |
| Audio outputs | — | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI audio return | — | NoneDerived |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 460 × 517 × 210 mm | 312 × 222 × 108 mm |
| Weight | 14,000 g | 2,600 g |
| Colours | — | White |
| Orientations | Table, Ceiling | Table, Ceiling, + Rear |
| Ceiling mount | — | M4, screws ≤ 8 mm |
| Exhaust | Rear | — |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 20–80%RH | 0–90%RH |
| Altitude | High-altitude mode | 3,000 m |
| Power draw | Max 420 W | 300 W |
| Standby | 0.3 W | Up to 0.5 W |
| Networked standby | 0.5 W | — |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | 26 dB(A) | Normal 31 dB(A) · Eco 27 dB(A) |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | — | 3 yr (light source 1 yr) |
| User manual | https://helpguide.sony.net/vpl/xw8100/v1/en/index.html | https://www.viewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/projector/PX703HDH/PX703HD_PX703HDH_UG_ENG.pdf |
| Spare parts | — | Lamp RLC-123 |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, + Remote batteries, Quick start guide, + Lens cap | Power cord, Remote, Quick start guide |