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NexiGo Aurora Pro
XGIMI AURA 2
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Native Resolution
Pixel Shift 4k
Imaging Technology
DLP
Light Source
Laser
Native Resolution
Pixel Shift 4k
Imaging Technology
DLP
Light Source
LED + Laser
Our Verdict
NexiGo Aurora Pro
XGIMI AURA 2
The XGIMI AURA 2 and NexiGo Aurora Pro are closely matched. While the XGIMI is a bit better overall, the NexiGo is an attractive alternative for those who prioritize image pop over accuracy; its pre-calibration accuracy is far worse than the XGIMI, but its contrast is noticeably better, and it has a far wider color gamut Still, the XGIMi is brighter, and has a fully functioning smart OS. In contrast, the NexiGo's smart OS is barebones, and the unit requires a smart dongle if you want to access any streaming apps.
Variants
- Aurora Pro (Black)
- AURA 2 (Moonlight Sand)
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Main Differences for
Movies
Movies
Threshold
Movies
7.9
8.0
Pre-Calibration Color Accuracy
4.8
8.5
Contrast
8.8
7.8
Color Gamut
9.6
7.9
Brightness
7.7
8.1
Full Comparison
Picture Quality
Brightness
7.7
8.1
Brightness Measurement Picture
White Light Output
1,257 lm
1,732 lm
Color Light Output
1,190 lm
1,777 lm
Brightness Uniformity
98%
90%
Screen Brightness
122 cd/m²
166 cd/m²
Contrast
8.8
7.8
APL Native Contrast
1% APL Native Contrast
2,517 : 1
791 : 1
5% APL Native Contrast
1,128 : 1
765 : 1
10% APL Native Contrast
668 : 1
541 : 1
15% APL Native Contrast
472 : 1
381 : 1
25% APL Native Contrast
296 : 1
229 : 1
50% APL Native Contrast
147 : 1
119 : 1
Pre-Calibration Color Accuracy
4.8
8.5
Pre White Balance Picture
Pre Gamma Curve Picture
Pre Color Picture
White Balance dE
8.92
1.66
Color dE
4.27
2.24
Gamma
2.25
2.16
Color Temperature
6,505 K
6,730 K
Picture Mode
Cinema Pro
Custom
Color Temp Setting
D65
Warm
Gamma Setting
2.2
2.2
Post-Calibration Color Accuracy
7.9
8.6
Post White Balance Picture
Post Gamma Curve Picture
Post Color Picture
White Balance dE
2.83
1.62
Color dE
2.80
2.25
Gamma
2.17
2.17
Color Temperature
6,551 K
6,513 K
White Balance Calibration
11 point
2 point
Color Calibration
Yes
Yes
Picture Mode
Cinema Pro
Custom
Color Gamut
9.6
7.9
Gamut Picture - Rec. 709
Rec. 709 xy
99.86%
94.26%
Rec. 709 uv
99.72%
93.86%
Gamut Picture - Rec. 2020
Rec. 2020 xy
92.21%
65.36%
Rec. 2020 uv
90.20%
78.43%
Design
Imaging
Style Picture
Imaging Technology
DLP
DLP
Light Source
Laser
LED + Laser
Spectral Power Distribution
Optics
Optical Zoom
No
No
Focus
Manual Focus
Auto Focus
Keystone
Manual Keystone
Auto Keystone
Aspect Ratio
16 : 9
16 : 9
Minimum Throw Ratio
0.23
0.18
Maximum Throw Ratio
0.23
0.18
Horizontal Lens Shift
N/A
N/A
Vertical Lens Shift
N/A
N/A
Portability
4.0
4.5
Dimension Picture
Height
5.3" (13.5 cm)
5.7" (14.4 cm)
Width
21.5" (54.6 cm)
20.1" (51.0 cm)
Depth
16.1" (41.0 cm)
10.6" (27.0 cm)
Weight
22.5 lbs (10.2 kg)
17.6 lbs (8.0 kg)
Noise
7.1
8.0
Noise @ Maximum Brightness Video
Noise @ Maximum Brightness
52.5dBA
47.2dBA
Inputs
Inputs & Connectivity
Inputs Picture
HDMI
3 (2x HDMI 2.0, 1x HDMI 2.1)
3 (3x HDMI 2.0)
HDMI 2.1 Rated Speed
48Gbps
No HDMI 2.1
USB Data Ports
3
3
Audio Out 3.5mm
1
1
Digital Optical Audio Out
1
1
Wi-Fi
Yes
Yes
Ethernet Speed
100Mbps
100Mbps
Supported Resolutions
7.3
7.3
Native Resolution
Pixel Shift 4k
Pixel Shift 4k
4k @ 60Hz
Yes
Yes
4k @ 120Hz
No
No
1440p @ 60Hz
Scaled
Scaled (Forced)
1440p @ 120Hz
No
No
1080p @ 60Hz
Yes
Yes
1080p @ 60Hz @ 4:4:4
Yes
Yes
1080p @ 120Hz
No
No
1080p Maximum Refresh Rate
60 Hz
60 Hz
Input Lag
7.1
7.1
4k @ 60Hz
19.9
19.7
4k @ 60Hz Outside Game Mode
36.4
144.5
4k @ 120Hz
N/A
N/A
1080p @ 60Hz
19.8
19.8
1080p @ 60Hz Outside Game Mode
36.5
144.6
1080p @ 120Hz
N/A
N/A
1080p @ Max Refresh Rate
19.8
19.8
HDR Format Support
HDR10
Yes
Yes
HDR10+
Yes
No
Dolby Vision
Yes
Yes
HLG
Yes
Yes
Audio Passthrough
ARC/eARC
Yes (eARC)
Yes (eARC)
eARC: Dolby Atmos Over Dolby Digital Plus
Yes
Yes
eARC: Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
Yes
Yes
eARC: LPCM 7.1 Over Dolby MAT
Yes
Yes
eARC: Dolby TrueHD 7.1
Yes
Yes
eARC: DTS:X Over DTS-HD MA
Yes
No
eARC: DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1
Yes
No
eARC: LPCM Channels (Bitstream)
2.0
2.0
ARC: Dolby Digital 5.1
Yes
Yes
ARC: DTS 5.1
Yes
Yes
Optical: Dolby Digital 5.1
Yes
Yes
Optical: DTS 5.1
Yes
Yes
3D
3D Support
Yes
Yes
Features
Smart Features & Sound
Smart OS
Android
Android
Cast Capable
Yes
Yes
Speaker(s)
Yes
Yes
In The Box
In The Box Picture
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