WEMAX S5 vs XGIMI Elfin Flip Plus
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 WEMAX S5MSRP $1,099 |  XGIMI Elfin Flip PlusMSRP $499 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | — | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | — | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | — | 0.23 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.21:1 | 1.2:1 |
| Zoom type | Digital | Digital |
| Focus | Auto | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | 0% |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | — |
| Image size range | 60–120 in | 40–200 in |
| Vertical keystone | — | -40–40° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | -40–40° |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Laser (phosphor) | LED |
| Light source detail | ALPD laser | — |
| Light source life | Rated: 30,000 h | Rated: 25,000 h |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 500 lm | 500 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | — | 4,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 100% | 121% |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | Area |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Input lag (rated) | — | 1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 20 ms |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 6 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio channels | — | Stereo |
| Audio partner | Dolby Audio | — |
| DTS | — | No |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Bluetooth | HDMI ARC |
| 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 2.0 |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Linux | Google TV |
| Netflix | Native | Native |
| Casting | — | Chromecast built-in, DLNA |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 8 GB | 32 GB |
| SoC | — | MT9630 |
| Update policy | — | Security updates until 2027 |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | — | No |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | When moved | Continuous |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | — | Yes |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 30 dB(A) | Rated: 28 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement distance | — | 1 m |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 30–85%RH | — |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 5,000 m | — |
| Operating orientations | — | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | — | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | — | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | — | 65 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Rated: 65 W | — |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | — |
| Power supply | External brick | — |
| USB-C PD input | 65 W | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 175 mm | 226 mm |
| Depth | 175 mm | 71 mm |
| Height | 48 mm | 235 mm |
| Weight | 0.83 kg | 1.1 kg |
| Tripod socket | Yes | — |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG1 | — |
| Laser product class | Class 1 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, FCC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr |
| User manual | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0335/7261/8376/files/WEMAX_S5_User_Manual.pdf?v=1753439417 | — |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote control, Power adapter, Batteries | Remote, Batteries, Power plug, Manual, Warranty card |
| Remote type | — | Bluetooth |