Compare OSCAL PV800 Pro vs TCL C1
In this technical comparison between the OSCAL PV800 Pro and the TCL C1, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) for the PV800 Pro versus Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) for the C1.
Choosing between these two Projectors models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $299 / €299 and $249 / £249.
| Specifications |
OSCAL PV800 Pro |
TCL C1 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | November 2025 | October 2025 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions & weight | 280 x 241 x 109.5 mm; 2.6 kg (5.7 lbs) | 138.4 x 145.2 x 230.7 mm; 1.77 kg (3.9 lbs) |
| Mount (Ceiling / Desk) | Tabletop, Tripod, or Ceiling/Floor Mount | Integrated 285° Rotatable Gimbal (supports Floor, Desk, and Ceiling projection without a tripod); 1/4" screw mount included. |
| Noise level | < 35 dB (Silent cooling system with aluminum plate) | < 30 dB |
| Projection System | ||
| Technology | 5-inch Single LCD Panel (Fully Sealed Optical Engine) | 1x 3" LCD TFT Panel (Fully Sealed Optical Engine) |
| Light Source | ||
| Type | LED | LED |
| Lifespan | 50,000 hours | Up to 30,000 hours |
| Image | ||
| Native resolution | Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) | Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) |
| Brightness | 1,400 ANSI Lumens | 230 ISO Lumens |
| Contrast ratio | 4,000:1 | 1,500:1 (Native) / 2,000:1 (Dynamic) |
| Throw ratio / Distance | 1.29:1 / Approx. 1.2 m to 5.5 m | 1.25:1 to 1.27:1 / 1.15 m to 3.3 m |
| Screen size | 40" to 200" | 40" to 120" (Best at 80"–100") |
| Lens & Adjustment | ||
| Focus | Smart Auto-Focus | Automatic Focus |
| Zoom | 50% – 100% Digital Zoom | Digital Zoom (No Optical Zoom) |
| Keystone | 6D Auto-Keystone (Vertical/Horizontal/Rotation) --- Advanced Features: Auto-Obstacle Avoidance and Auto Screen-Alignment | Automatic (Vertical & Horizontal) --- Advanced Features: Auto Screen-Fit, Auto Obstacle Avoidance, and Eye Protection mode. |
| Video | ||
| Max input resolution & FPS | 4K Supported (3840 × 2160 px) | 4K UHD @ 60fps (Decodes and downscales to 1080p) |
| HDR support | HDR10+ --- CPU/GPU: Quad-core Hi3751 V352 / Mali-450 MP2 | HDR10 |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker | 1 x 8W Hi-Fi Stereo Speaker (75mm driver, 360° sound output) | 1 x 8 Watt (with Dolby Audio support) |
| Audio out | 3.5mm Headphone Jack; Bluetooth Audio | 3.5mm Headphone Jack; Bluetooth (supports Two-Way Bluetooth to use the projector as a wireless speaker) |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI / USB | 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x USB 2.0 | 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 6 (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.0 | Wi-Fi 5 (Dual-band 2.4/5GHz), Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Screen casting | Chromecast built-in (via Google TV) | Google Cast (Chromecast built-in), AirPlay/DLNA via third-party apps |
| Smart | ||
| OS | Google TV --- Voice Control: Google Assistant via remote | Google TV |
| App support | Official Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video, etc. (10,000+ apps) | Official Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+ (Access to 10,000+ apps via Google Play Store) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | 120W --- Protection: Automatic NTC temperature-controlled shutdown | 65W (Standard) --- Battery: 60 Wh (Internal battery provides ~2 hours of runtime in portable mode) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | PV800 Pro Projector, Voice Remote Control, AC Power Cord, HDMI Cable, User Manual | TCL C1 Projector, Remote Control, 2x AAA Batteries, AC Power Adapter/Cable, Quick Start Guide |
| Price | $299 / €299 | $249 / £249 |
| Full Details | PV800 Pro - Full Specifications | C1 - Full Specifications |