TCL A1s vs TCL PlayCube
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 TCL A1sMSRP $399.99 |  TCL PlayCube | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | Single-panel LCD | DLP |
| Technology brand | — | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | — |
| Chip / panel model | — | TI 0.33" DMD |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 4.45 in | 0.33 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | — |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Optical system description | LCD panel lit by an LED source in a sealed optical path; fixed lens with no optical zoom | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.25:1 | 1.21:1 |
| Projection distance table | 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 · 110″: 3.03 m · 120″: 3.3 m · 150″: 4.13 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 | Auto | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | — |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | — |
| Interchangeable lens | No | — |
| Image size range | 45–150 in | 30–150 in |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | — | Osram 3-color LED |
| Light source life | Rated: 30,000 h | — |
| Life definition | Unspecified | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 600 lm | 750 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 1,500:1 | 1,000,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | — | 99% |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 60 Hz | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 16 W | 5 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | Google TV |
| OS version | Android 11 for TV | Android 11 for TV |
| Netflix | Native | Native |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | 2 GB | — |
| Storage | 16 GB | — |
| SoC | MT9630 | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | When moved | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | — | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Type: handle_stand · Tilt deg: 15 | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Rated: 30 dB(A) | Standard: 26 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement standard | Unspecified | — |
| Noise measurement distance | 1 m | — |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | — |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | — | 100 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Rated: 120 W | — |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Battery capacity | — | 66 Wh |
| Battery runtime | — | 180 min |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 128 mm | 150 mm |
| Depth | 191 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Height | 264 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Weight | 2.57 kg | 1.3 kg |
| Mount hole pattern | — | Thread: 1/4-inch |
| Tripod socket | Yes | — |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG1 | RG2 |
| Safety & market certifications | CE | CE |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 2 yr | — |
| User manual | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0687/7151/2385/files/HXD401300317-Projector_A1S_QSG_EU-11L-v1.8-20250814.pdf | https://web.archive.org/web/20260103154234/https://www.manualslib.com/manual/4099015/Tcl-Playcube-P30d8f.html |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Carrying case, Power plug, Remote control | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide, Power adapter |
| Remote type | Bluetooth | Voice |