ViewSonic PS502X vs PS502W: A Comparison of Short Throw Projectors for Your Home or Office Setup

[Serena Anderson]

Introduce​

Parameter	ViewSonic PS502X​	ViewSonic PS502W​
Picture​	​	​
Price​	$499.99​	$411.99​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Business​	Education​
Highlight​	Brightness: 4000 Lumens Resolution: XGA Throw Ratio: 0.62 Screen Size: 100 inches from 4 feet (1.24 meters) Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours in Eco mode Connectivity Options: HDMI, USB, VGA, and more​	Brightness: 4000 Lumens Resolution: WXGA Throw Ratio: 0.52 Keystone Adjustment: Vertical Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours in SuperEco Mode Color Wheel: 6 segment Connectivity: Dual HDMI, USB Type A, supports various media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	ViewSonic PS502X​	ViewSonic PS502W​
Screen Size​	60 Inches - 300 Inches​	1E+2 Inches - 3E+2 Inches​
Throw Distance​	2.4 Feet - 12.3 Feet​	N/A - 3.76​
Contrast Ratio​	15000:1​	15000:1​
Display Resolution​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​	800 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1024 x 768​	1280 x 800​
Brightness​	4000 Lumen​	4000 lumen​
Display Type​	DLP​	LCD​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	SuperColor Technology​	-​

Features​

Parameter	ViewSonic PS502X​	ViewSonic PS502W​
Video Encoding​	-​	-​
Lamp Wattage​	240 Watts​	-​
Light Source Life​	4000 Hours​	4000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control​	Button Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Ceiling Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Short Throw​	HDMI Connectivity, USB Connectivity​

Connectivity​

Parameter	ViewSonic PS502X​	ViewSonic PS502W​
Connectivity Technology​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​	HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​	-​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Television, Tablet, Smartphone​	Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet​

Measurements​

Parameter	ViewSonic PS502X​	ViewSonic PS502W​
Dimensions L x W x H​	9.2"L x 12.2"W x 4.5"H​	-​
Item Weight​	9 Pounds​	6.3 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
ViewSonic PS502X​	Pros • Affordable compared to leading brands • Great for various applications, including Christmas displays and golf simulators • Durable and holds up well during travel • Easy to adjust keystone and image size • Good performance for short throw distance Cons • Menu settings can be confusing • Brightness is only okay • Freezing issues may occur with older devices • Requires a considerable distance for short throw projection Overall Impression The product is a solid choice for consumers seeking an affordable projector for various uses, such as holiday displays and golf simulations. While it has some minor drawbacks, including menu navigation and occasional freezing, its durability and ease of use make it a great option for both casual and more demanding applications.
ViewSonic PS502W​	Pros: • Excellent image quality for the price range • Good value when priced under $600 • Short throw capability, providing flexibility in placement Cons: • Not an ultra short throw projector, requiring more distance to the projection surface Overall Impression: This projector offers impressive quality and value, making it a solid choice for anyone looking for a reliable projector in its price category. Just be mindful of the distance requirements for optimal performance.