XGIMI Aura vs WEMAX Nova vs VAVA 4K: Which One Wins?

XGIMI Aura, WEMAX Nova, and VAVA 4K are both 4K UST projectors.

They are similar in market position and price tag, featuring high resolution, big screen, and ultra-short throw.

What are the differences between them? See the detailed comparison below.

Product Name

XGIMI Aura

WEMAX Nova

VAVA 4K

Product Image XGIMI Aura WEMAX Nova VAVA 4K
Price $2,499.00 $2,699.00 $2,799.99
Our Rating 8.3 8.3 8.3
Brand XGIMI WEMAX VAVA
Category projector projector projector

Optical Parameters

XGIMI AuraWEMAX NovaVAVA 4K
Brand Brand XGIMI WEMAX VAVA
Brand Model Brand Model XGIMI Aura WEMAX Nova VAVA 4K
Brightness (ANSI lumens) Brightness (ANSI lumens) 2,400 ANSI Lumens 2100 ANSI Lumens 1,800 ANSI Lumens
Display Chip Display Chip 0.47''DMD 0.47''DMD 0.47''DMD
Display Technology Display Technology DLP DLP DLP
Standard Resolution Standard Resolution 4K (3840x2160) 4K (3840x2160) 4K
Maximum Supported Resolution Maximum Supported Resolution 4K 4K (3840x2160) 4K
Image Contrast Ratio Image Contrast Ratio 3000:1 3000:1; 1,500,000:1 (Dynamic)
Throw Ratio Throw Ratio 0.233:1 0.233:1 0.23:1
Keystone Correction Keystone Correction 8-Point Keystone Correction 8 Point Keystone Correction Horizontal/Vertical
Lamp Life Lamp Life 20,000 hours 25,000 hours 25,000 hours
Lamp Type Lamp Type Laser Phosphor ALPD Laser Laser
Focus technology Focus technology Electric Focus Manual Focus Electric Focus

Projection Parameters

XGIMI AuraWEMAX NovaVAVA 4K
Product type Product type Laser projector DLP Laser projector
CPU CPU MT9629 T962X-H
RAM ram 2GB 2GB 2GB
Storage Storage 32GB 32GB 32G
Operating System Operating System Android 10.0 AndroidTV 9.0 Android 7.1
content content Disney +, HBO Max, and YouTube YouTubeTV, Disney+, Hulu, Vudu, HBOMax, Peacock, Showtime, etc Limited options
Image Size Image Size,projector1 80-150 inches 80 - 150" 80”-150”
Screen ratio Screen ratio 16:9 16:9 16:9
Screen color Screen color 90% Rec.709 color gamut 100% Rec. 709 Rec.709
Image Technology Image Technology HDR 10 HDR
MEMC MEMC Yes Yes Yes
Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 Yes Yes
3D Stereoscopic film is a type of film that was first introduced in Hollywood on May 24, 1953 when stereoscopic films appeared. Yes Yes Yes
Sound System Sound System Dolby Audio/DTS-HD DTS-HD, and DOLBY Audio Harman Kardon Sound
Projection method Projection method Front Front, Rear, Ceiling
Time to market Time to market 2021 2019

Ports

XGIMI AuraWEMAX NovaVAVA 4K
I/O Connection Ports Connection Ports Audio Out: Mini Jack
Audio Out: Optical
HDMI 2.0 x 3
USB x 1
LAN x 1
Audio Out: Mini Jack
Audio Out: Optical
Composite: RCA
HDMI 2.0 x 3
Audio Out: Mini Jack
Composite: RCA
HDMI x 2
HDMI (HDCP 2.2)
WiFi WiFi Dual-band 2.4/5GHz, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2.4/5GHz Yes
Bluetooth Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0 Yes Yes

Other

XGIMI AuraWEMAX NovaVAVA 4K
Size(HxWxD) Size(HxWxD) 606 x 401 x 139.5 mm 456 x 308 x 91mm 110 cm x 530 cm x 370 mm
Power Usage Power Usage 100V - 240V 300 Watts 100V - 240V 360 W
Noise Level Noise Level < 30dB 32dB 25°C 32 dB
Machine weight Machine weight 11 kg 7.0 KG 10.8 kg
Accessories Accessories Power Plug×1
Warranty Card×1
Manual×1
Remote Control×1
Remote - Bluetooth Voice Input Remote
Remote Battery - AAA x 2 (not included)
Power Cord - Detachable Three Prong
User Manual - English
QSG - TBD
Registration Insert - Yes
1 x Projector
1 x Remote
1 x 1.5m/5ft Power Cable
1 x Cleaning Cloth
2 x AAA Battery
1 x Manual
Warranty Warranty 1 Year 1 year

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