TCL A1s vs XGIMI Halo+ (New)
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 TCL A1sMSRP $399.99 |  XGIMI Halo+ (New) | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | Single-panel LCD | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | — |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 4.45 in | 0.33 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | — |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| Addressable resolution | — | 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 | 1.2:1 |
| 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 | — |
| Zoom type | None | Digital |
| Focus | Auto | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | — |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | — |
| Interchangeable lens | No | — |
| Image size range | 45–150 in | 40–200 in |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | — | LED |
| Light source life | Rated: 30,000 h | Expected: 25,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | Theoretical |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 600 lm | 700 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 1,500:1 | — |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | — | HDR10, HLG |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 60 Hz | — |
| Input lag (rated) | — | 1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 27 ms |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 16 W | 10 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio channels | — | Stereo |
| Audio partner | — | Harman Kardon |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth |
| HDMI ARC | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | — | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | — | HDMI: HDMI 1.4 |
| USB media playback | 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 | — |
| Netflix | Native | Native |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | DLNA, Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| SoC | MT9630 | CA53x4 1.35GHz |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | — | No |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | When moved | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Type: handle_stand · Tilt deg: 15 | — |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Rated: 30 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 | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | — | 90 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Rated: 120 W | — |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Battery capacity | — | 59.45 Wh |
| Battery runtime | — | 150 min |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 128 mm | 114 mm |
| Depth | 191 mm | 145 mm |
| Height | 264 mm | 172 mm |
| Weight | 2.57 kg | 1.6 kg |
| Tripod socket | Yes | Yes |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG1 | RG2 |
| Safety & market certifications | CE | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 2 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 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://helpcenter.xgimi.com/hc/en-gb/article_attachments/38825369684633 |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Carrying case, Power plug, Remote control | Power plug, Manual, Warranty card, Remote control, Aaa batteries |
| Remote type | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |