ViewSonic PA503X
Score: 73/100
Samsung Freestyle
Score: 66/100Rankings
The ViewSonic PA503X is a bright 4000-lumen XGA projector with extensive connectivity and low input lag for classroom and meeting rooms. Its XGA native resolution and absence of lens shift limit home-theater appeal, but its durability and lamp life suit educational settings.
The Samsung The Freestyle 1st Gen is a compact LED projector with auto-focus, keystone correction and built-in Tizen streaming, making it extremely easy to set up. Its modest 230 lumens output and 43 ms input lag restrict it to dim environments and casual gaming. Best suited for portable entertainment and quick presentations in low-light settings.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
4,000 lumensbest | 230 lumens | |
22,000 | 100,000best | |
— | 1.2best | |
1.19 meters | 2.654 metersbest | |
5,000 hours | 20,000 hoursbest | |
1.1best | — | |
2 watts | 5 wattsbest | |
1best | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(4) | ||
Resolution | 1024x768 | 1920x1080 |
Native Resolution | 1024x768 | 1920x1080 |
Brightness (lumens) | 4000 lumens | 230 lumens |
Contrast Ratio | 22000 | 100000 |
Projection Geometry(2) | ||
Throw Ratio | 1.96-2.15 | 1.2 |
Throw Distance (meters) | 1.19 meters | 2.654 meters |
Lighting(2) | ||
Lamp Life (hours) | 5000 hours | 20000 hours |
Light Source | UHP/Metal Halide lamp | LED |
Audio(1) | ||
Speaker Power (watts) | 2 watts | 5 watts |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.2 kg | 0.8165 kg |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (watts) | 260 watts | 50 watts |
After‑Sale(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
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Professional reviewers describe the PA503X as a solid budget option for business and education, emphasizing its bright output, SuperColor color processing, and low input lag.
Professional reviewers commend the Freestyle 2nd Gen for its ultra-portable form factor, innovative 180° tilting base, and seamless smart-TV features, noting that the automatic keystone, autofocus and auto-leveling make setup virtually plug-and-play. However, they also point out the modest 230 ANSI-lumens output, standard 1.2 throw ratio and 43 ms input lag as limitations that keep it from competing with brighter or gaming-focused projectors.
Everyday users echo the praise for portability, easy setup and built-in audio, frequently mentioning the tilting base and automatic adjustments as standout conveniences. The dominant criticism revolves around insufficient brightness for well-lit rooms, the need to place the unit several feet away due to its throw ratio, and the mono speaker's lack of stereo depth, with casual gamers also noting the input lag.
