Compare Hisense Vidda C5 vs TCL PlayCube
In this technical comparison between the Hisense Vidda C5 and the TCL PlayCube, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) for the Vidda C5 versus Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) for the PlayCube.
Choosing between these two Projectors models often comes down to your budget, with prices around ~$3,500 USD and $699 / £699.
| Specifications |
Hisense Vidda C5 |
TCL PlayCube |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2025 | September 2025 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions & weight | 293 x 273 x 213 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) | - | Integrated 90° twistable base (Rubik’s Cube style); supports tripod mounting. |
| Noise level | ≤ 26 dB (Liquid-cooled system) | < 28 dB |
| Projection System | ||
| Technology | DLP (0.47" DMD with 3rd-Gen SST Architecture) | DLP (0.33" DMD Chip) |
| Light Source | ||
| Type | Alpha Dual MCL Triple Color RGB Laser | 3-color RGB LED (OSRAM) |
| Lifespan | 25,000 - 30,000 hours | 30,000 hours |
| Image | ||
| Native resolution | 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) | Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) |
| Brightness | 6,800 CVIA Lumens (Approx. 4,500 - 5,200 ISO Lumens) | 750 ISO Lumens (Approx. 930 ANSI Lumens) |
| Contrast ratio | 8,000:1 (Native) / 5,000,000:1 (Dynamic) | 1,000,000:1 (Dynamic) |
| Throw ratio / Distance | 0.84 - 2.0:1 | 1.21:1 / 0.8 m to 4.1 m |
| Screen size | 50" – 300" | 30" to 150" |
| Lens & Adjustment | ||
| Focus | Quad-camera + 3D ToF Auto Focus | ToF Instant Auto-Focus |
| Zoom | 2.38x Lossless Optical Zoom | Digital Zoom |
| Keystone | Omnidirectional Auto Keystone | Auto Vertical & Horizontal (±45°) --- Advanced Features: Auto Screen Alignment, Obstacle Avoidance, and Ambient Light Sensor. |
| Lens shift | ±130% Vertical / ±46% Horizontal (Optical) | - |
| Video | ||
| Max input resolution & FPS | 4K @ 60Hz / 1080p @ 240Hz | 4K Supported |
| HDR support | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, IMAX Enhanced | HDR10, HLG --- Color: 99% Rec.709 coverage |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker | JBL 2.1 System (Dual 8W Full Range + 15W Subwoofer) | 1 x 5W (Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby Audio) |
| Audio out | HDMI eARC / Optical / Bluetooth 5.4 | 3.5mm Headphone Jack; Bluetooth Audio Out |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI / USB | 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x USB 3.0 | 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 7 / Bluetooth 5.4 | Wi-Fi 5 (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Screen casting | AirPlay / DLNA / Miracast | Google Cast (Chromecast built-in), AirPlay, Miracast |
| Smart | ||
| OS | JuUI (Chinese version) / Android-based (Global equivalents) | Google TV |
| App support | MT9681S Processor, 8GB RAM, 1TB Storage | Native Netflix (Certified), YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video, etc. |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | ~240W - 300W | ~65W --- Battery: Built-in 66Wh battery (Up to 3 hours runtime; 2.5 hours in standard mode) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Projector, Bluetooth Remote, Power Adapter, EPP Case | PlayCube Projector, Voice Remote Control, Power Adapter, AC Cord, Manual. |
| Price | ~$3,500 USD | $699 / £699 |
| Full Details | Vidda C5 - Full Specifications | PlayCube - Full Specifications |