ViewSonic PA700W vs PS502W: Which is the Best Educational Projector Under $500?

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Introduce​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PS502W​
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Price​	$429.99​	$411.99​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Business​	Education​
Highlight​	Brightness: 4500 Lumens Resolution: WXGA (1280x800p) Optical Zoom: 1.1x Vertical Keystone Correction: 40 degrees Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours in SuperEco Mode Connectivity: Dual HDMI, VGA, USB​	Brightness: 4000 Lumens Resolution: WXGA Throw Ratio: 0.52 Keystone Adjustment: Vertical Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours (SuperEco Mode) Color Wheel: 6 segment Connectivity: Dual HDMI, USB Type A, compatible with most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PS502W​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​	1E+2 Inches - 3E+2 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1.18 Meters - 13.17 Meters​	N/A - 3.76​
Contrast Ratio​	22000:1​	15000:1​
Display Resolution​	1280 x 800 Pixels​	800 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1280 x 800​	1280 x 800​
Brightness​	4500 Lumen​	4000 lumen​
Display Type​	DLP​	LCD​

Features​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PS502W​
Lamp Wattage​	300 Watts​	-​
Light Source Life​	4000 Hours​	4000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Button Control​	Button Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Tabletop Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Other Features​	UHP​	HDMI Connectivity, USB Connectivity​

Connectivity​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PS502W​
Connectivity Technology​	USB, Ethernet, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​	HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	VGA, Ethernet, HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​	-​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone​	Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet​

Measurements​

Parameter	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PS502W​
L x W x H​	9.2"L x 12.2"W x 4.5"H​	-​
Item Weight​	6 Pounds​	6.3 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
ViewSonic PA700W​	Pros • Bright image quality, even in well-lit environments • Affordable price point • Lightweight and portable design • Multiple mounting options and adjustments available • Good reliability from a reputable brand Cons • Reports of "Warning Fan Locked" error causing shutdown • Lighter weight may feel cheap compared to heavier units • Image size may not meet advertised specifications • No USB support for direct video/photo playback Overall Impression The Viewsonic PA700W projector offers an excellent value with its bright image quality and affordability, making it a solid choice for conferences and presentations. While there are some concerns regarding durability and image size accuracy, its reliable performance and versatility make it a commendable option for users seeking a budget-friendly projector.
ViewSonic PS502W​	Pros • Best quality for the price range under $600 • Short throw capability, suitable for smaller spaces • Factory renewed option available Cons • Not ultra short throw, requires some distance from the projection surface Overall Impression This projector offers excellent value and quality, especially when purchased under $600. Its short throw feature makes it versatile for various room sizes, though users should be mindful of the required distance for optimal projection.