Which sits closer to the screen, the XGIMI Aura or XGIMI Aura 2?

The XGIMI Aura 2 has the shorter throw, so it can be placed closer for the same image size.

Which is cheaper, the XGIMI Aura or XGIMI Aura 2?

The XGIMI Aura 2 is typically cheaper, around $2,469 at street price.

Head-to-head

XGIMI Aura vs XGIMI Aura 2

Side-by-side comparison of the XGIMI Aura and XGIMI Aura 2: throw ratio, brightness, resolution, input lag and price — plus which one to buy.

Quick verdict

The XGIMI Aura and XGIMI Aura 2 are both ultra-short-throw projectors in a similar price range. The XGIMI Aura is brighter — 2,400 vs 2,300 lumens. The XGIMI Aura 2 can sit closer to the screen (throw ratio from 0.18 vs 0.23). The XGIMI Aura 2 costs less — about $2,469 vs $2,499.

Spec	XGIMI Aura	XGIMI Aura 2
Throw ratio	0.23	0.18
Brightness	2,400 lumens	2,300 lumens
Resolution	4K UHD	4K UHD
HDR	Yes	Yes
Light source	laser	laser
Input lag	—	—
Price	~$2,499	~$2,469

Throw distance: XGIMI Aura vs XGIMI Aura 2

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

Screen	XGIMI Aura	XGIMI Aura 2
80″	1.4 ft	1.0 ft
100″	1.7 ft	1.3 ft
120″	2.0 ft	1.6 ft
150″	2.5 ft	2.0 ft

Which should you buy?

• Choose the XGIMI Aura if a brighter picture in ambient light matters most.
• Choose the XGIMI Aura 2 if you want to spend less for similar core performance.