ViewSonic PA700W vs PA503X: A Business Projector Comparison for Your Professional Needs

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Introduce​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PA503X​
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Price​	$429.99​	$362.11​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Business​	Business​
Highlight​	Brightness: 4500 Lumens Resolution: WXGA (1280x800p) Optical Zoom: 1.1x Keystone Correction: 40-degree vertical Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours in SuperEco Mode Connectivity: Dual HDMI, VGA, USB inputs, compatible with most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices	Brightness: 4000 Lumens Resolution: XGA Optical Zoom: 1.1x Keystone Adjustment: 40 degree vertical Input Latency: 16ms Lamp Life: Up to 15,000 hours (SuperEco Mode) Connectivity: HDMI, VGA, mini USB, compatible with media players, PCs, Macs, mobile devices

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PA503X​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1.18 Meters - 13.17 Meters​	3.9 Feet - 43 Feet​
Contrast Ratio​	22000:1​	22000:1​
Display Resolution​	1280 x 800 Pixels​	768 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1280 x 800​	1024 x 768​
Brightness​	4500 Lumen​	4000 Lumen​
Display Type​	DLP​	DLP​
Picture Enhancement​	-​	SuperColor​

Features​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PA503X​
Lamp Wattage​	300 Watts​	190 Watts​
Light Source Life​	4000 Hours​	5000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Button Control​	Remote Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Tabletop Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Other Features​	UHP​	Ultra Short Throw​

Connectivity​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PA503X​
Connectivity Technology​	USB, Ethernet, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​	VGA, USB, HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	VGA, Ethernet, HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​	USB, HDMI​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone​	DVD players; Blu-ray players; Amazon FireTV; AppleTV; Google Chromecast; Mac Computers; Windows Computers​

Measurements​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PA503X​
L x W x H​	9.2"L x 12.2"W x 4.5"H​	11.6"L x 8.6"W x 0.2"H​
Item Weight​	6 Pounds​	4.9 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
ViewSonic PA700W​	Pros: • Very affordable price for a bright projector • Great image quality with sharp optics • Versatile mounting options (rightside up or upside down) • Keystone and white balance adjustments available • Good range of inputs • Reliable brand reputation (Viewsonic) • Suitable for bright environments without needing to dim the room Cons: • Reports of fan issues ("Warning Fan Locked") leading to automatic shutdown • Lightweight design may feel cheap to some users • Inaccurate projection size claims; does not reach advertised 200" image at specified distance • Lacks USB input for direct video/photo playback Overall Impression: The Viewsonic PA700W projector offers a compelling package for those seeking an affordable and bright solution for presentations or home use. With its reliable performance and solid image quality, it stands out in the budget projector market. However, potential buyers should be cautious of reported issues and verify projection size capabilities to ensure it meets their specific needs.
ViewSonic PA503X​	Pros: • Amazing quality for the price • Brightness significantly superior to competitors (3600 lumens) • Easy focus adjustment with no softness at the edges • Suitable for larger screen sizes (110 inches easily accommodated) • Great for outdoor movie nights, allowing for earlier start times • Reliable performance over 6 years with no issues • Works well with Netflix and other input sources, including cell phones Cons: • Refresh rate slower compared to modern equipment, noticeable only when specifically looking for it • Reds may appear slightly off in color accuracy • Requires a longer throw distance (19 feet) compared to some other projectors • Initial setup can be cumbersome if transitioning from older equipment Overall Impression: The ViewSonic PA503S stands out as a top choice for those looking to enhance their home theater experience, especially for outdoor movie nights. With its remarkable brightness, excellent image quality, and solid build, it offers significant value for its price point. While there are minor drawbacks in terms of color accuracy and setup distance, the overall performance makes it a worthy investment for movie enthusiasts.