The Freestyle vs EF-100
The Freestyle
2021 · $599 today
7058
EF-100
2021 · $749 today
7157
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why The Freestyle is better
- Weight: 0.83 kg vs 2.5 kg(3.0× less)
- Resolution: 1920x1080 (1080p) vs 1280x720 (720p)(50% more)
Why EF-100 is better
- Contrast Ratio: 2500000:1 (dynamic) vs n/a(Infinity× more)
- Brightness: 2000 lumens vs 550 lumens (equiv.)(3.6× more)
- Throw Ratio: 1.0:1 vs 1.2:1(20% less)
Verdict
No outright leader — they split the dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | The Freestyle | EF-100 |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Brightness | 550 lumens (equiv.) | 2000 lumens● |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 (1080p)● | 1280x720 (720p) |
| Contrast Ratio | n/a | 2500000:1 (dynamic)● |
| Optics | ||
| Throw Ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.0:1● |
| Auto Keystone/Focus | Yes | — |
| Light Source Life | — | 20000 hrs (laser) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Smart OS | Tizen Smart TV | Android TV |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.83 kg● | 2.5 kg |