In this technical comparison between the Hisense PX4-Pro and the TCL PlayCube, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 4K UHD (via Pixel Shifting) for the PX4-Pro versus Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) for the PlayCube.
Choosing between these two Projectors models often comes down to your budget, with prices around ~$3,999 - $4,200 and $699 / £699.
| Specifications |
Hisense PX4-Pro |
TCL PlayCube |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | January 2026 | September 2025 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions & weight | ~550 x 296 x 120 mm | 96.6 x 96.6 x 149.8 mm (3.8× 3.8× 5.9 in); 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs) |
| Mount (Ceiling / Desk) | Desk (UST placement) | Integrated 90° twistable base (Rubik’s Cube style); supports tripod mounting. |
| Noise level | ≤ 28 dB | < 28 dB |
| Projection System | ||
| Technology | DLP (0.47" DMD) with LPU 3.0 Digital Laser Engine | DLP (0.33" DMD Chip) |
| Light Source | ||
| Type | TriChroma (Pure RGB Triple Laser) | 3-color RGB LED (OSRAM) |
| Lifespan | 25,000+ hours | 30,000 hours |
| Image | ||
| Native resolution | 4K UHD (via Pixel Shifting) | Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) |
| Brightness | 3,500 ANSI Lumens | 750 ISO Lumens (Approx. 930 ANSI Lumens) |
| Contrast ratio | 6,000:1 (Native via new IRIS system) | 1,000,000:1 (Dynamic) |
| Throw ratio / Distance | 0.20:1 | 1.21:1 / 0.8 m to 4.1 m |
| Screen size | 80" – 200" (Massive expansion for UST) | 30" to 150" |
| Lens & Adjustment | ||
| Focus | Motorized / Auto Focus | ToF Instant Auto-Focus |
| Zoom | Fixed (Digital 8-point geometric adjustment) | Digital Zoom |
| Keystone | Auto Keystone & Wall Alignment | Auto Vertical & Horizontal (±45°) --- Advanced Features: Auto Screen Alignment, Obstacle Avoidance, and Ambient Light Sensor. |
| Lens shift | No | - |
| Video | ||
| Max input resolution & FPS | 4K @ 120Hz / 1080p @ 240Hz | 4K Supported |
| HDR support | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, IMAX Enhanced | HDR10, HLG --- Color: 99% Rec.709 coverage |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker | 40W - 50W Harman Kardon / Dolby Atmos system | 1 x 5W (Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby Audio) |
| Audio out | HDMI eARC / Optical / Bluetooth 5.3 | 3.5mm Headphone Jack; Bluetooth Audio Out |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI / USB | 2x HDMI 2.1 (Full VRR/ALLM), 1x HDMI 2.0 (eARC) | 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 6E / Bluetooth 5.3 | Wi-Fi 5 (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Screen casting | Google Cast / AirPlay 2 / Miracast | Google Cast (Chromecast built-in), AirPlay, Miracast |
| Smart | ||
| OS | Google TV (Native Netflix, YouTube, etc.) | Google TV |
| App support | Full Google Play Store access | Native Netflix (Certified), YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video, etc. |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | ~250W | ~65W --- Battery: Built-in 66Wh battery (Up to 3 hours runtime; 2.5 hours in standard mode) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Projector, Backlit Voice Remote, Power Cord, Cleaning Kit | PlayCube Projector, Voice Remote Control, Power Adapter, AC Cord, Manual. |
| Price | ~$3,999 - $4,200 | $699 / £699 |
| Full Details | PX4-Pro - Full Specifications | PlayCube - Full Specifications |