Which sits closer to the screen, the Dangbei DBOX02 or ViewSonic LS711HD?

The ViewSonic LS711HD has the shorter throw, so it can be placed closer for the same image size.

Which is cheaper, the Dangbei DBOX02 or ViewSonic LS711HD?

The ViewSonic LS711HD is typically cheaper, around $899 at street price.

Head-to-head

Dangbei DBOX02 vs ViewSonic LS711HD

Dangbei DBOX02 vs ViewSonic LS711HD: throw ratio, brightness, resolution, input lag and price, side by side — and which to buy.

Quick verdict

The Dangbei DBOX02 and ViewSonic LS711HD are both standard-throw projectors in a similar price range. The ViewSonic LS711HD is brighter — 4,200 vs 2,450 lumens. The ViewSonic LS711HD can sit closer to the screen (throw ratio from 0.49 vs 1.27). The ViewSonic LS711HD costs less — about $899 vs $949.

Spec	Dangbei DBOX02	ViewSonic LS711HD
Throw ratio	1.27	0.49–0.5
Brightness	2,450 lumens	4,200 lumens
Resolution	4K UHD	1080p
HDR	Yes	No
Light source	laser	laser
Input lag	—	49.5 ms
Price	~$949	~$899

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Throw distance: Dangbei DBOX02 vs ViewSonic LS711HD

How far each projector must sit from the screen for the same image size.

Screen	Dangbei DBOX02	ViewSonic LS711HD
80″	7.4 ft	2.8–2.9 ft
100″	9.2 ft	3.6–3.6 ft
120″	11.1 ft	4.3–4.4 ft
150″	13.8 ft	5.3–5.4 ft

Which should you buy?

• Choose the ViewSonic LS711HD if a brighter picture in ambient light matters most.
• Choose the ViewSonic LS711HD if you want to spend less for similar core performance.