XGIMI AURA vs AURA 2 4K Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector, What Changes Does It Have?

By Bill Gustin - 2024-09

The ultra short throw laser projector XGIMI AURA 2 released in September 2024 has gotten much attention. In terms of performance, what's the difference between AURA 2 and AURA since they both belong to the types of UST laser projectors? This blog could give you the answer.

XGIMI AURA 2 4K ultra short throw laser projector supports Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced Visuals, and Dolby Atmos.

Quick Overview: AURA and AURA 2 4K Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector for Sale at XGIMI

XGIMI AURA 4K Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector

AURA - 4K UST Laser Projector - lateral side

AURA

$1,799.99

The Best 4K Experience: Advanced ALPD technology delivers staggeringly crisp 4K UHD and life like colors for unforgettable movie nights.
Fits Into Any Home Decor: Features XGIMI’s award-winning sleek build, transforming any room into a high-end theater.
Exceptional Brightness: Packed with bright 1800 ISO Lumens to perfectly illuminate your content with stellar detail any time of day.
Cinematic Sound: Harman Kardon sound with 2 tweeters and 2 woofers at 15W each unlocks rich audio so you can hear and feel more.
Android TV™: Enjoy simple access to 5000+ apps like Disney+, HBO Max, and YouTube through the easy-to-use Android TV™ OS.

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XGIMI AURA 2 UST Laser Projector with 4K Dolby and IMAX Enhanced

XGIMI AURA 2 4K UST laser projector uses Dual light technology. It has certified Dolby Vision and IMAX Enhanced that can transform your room into cinema.

XGIMI AURA 2 has 2300 ISO Lumens output and 99% DCI P3 color gamut for clear and lifelike images.

AURA 2 4K ultra short throw laser projector is designed to have the smarter ISA 5.0, including wall flatness and color adaptin, intelligent eye protection, and so on.

XGIMI AURA 2 ultra short throw laser home theater projector has input ports of AC*1, HDMI*2, HDMI (eARC Supported)*1, USB*3, LAN*1

AURA 2

$2,429.00

Dolby Vision & IMAX Enhanced* Certified: Experience the ultimate home cinema with Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced, Dolby Atmos and harman/kardon built-in speakers, transforming your living space into a premier theater with stunning visual and audio quality.
Remarkable Visual Experience: Enjoy unparalleled brightness at 2300 ISO lumens and an astounding 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio for crisp, vibrant images driven by Dual Light 2.0.
Ultra Short Throw Technology: Project a massive 100" screen image from just 17.8 cm away from the wall, thanks to the advanced 0.177:1 throw ratio, perfect for any room size.
Advanced Intelligent Screen Adaption 5.0: Our advanced hardware and software module ensures seamless projector environmental adaptability, making setup effortless and optimizing usage for a perfect viewing experience every time.
Bring Art Home: With its elegant art design and exclusive Art Mode, this projector easily blends into any home decor, combining functionality with style.

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Eight Upgrades from XGIMI AURA to AURA 2 UST 4K Laser Projector

What changes have we made when producing the new generation AURA 2 ultra-short throw laser projector 4K? There are eight main differences between AURA 2 and AURA, which include the light source, brightness, throw ratio, visual and audio technologies, color gamut, smart functions, latency, and size.

1. Light Source: Single Laser to Dual Light 2.0 Tech

XGIMI AURA 2 4K laser ultra short throw projector uses Dual Light 2.0 as a light source while AURA uses single Laser. What is Dual Light 2.0 tech and what are its advantages you may ask? It is the latest breakthrough from XGIMI combining Laser and LED. It uses "Wide Spectrum + Narrow Spectrum" hybrid light source technology for high-accuracy colors and comfortable viewing.

Projectors featuring laser light sources produce light of high intensity and a wider range of color than LED projectors. And the LED ones require less power to operate, saving more energy when used.

2. Brightness Output: 1800 to 2300 ISO Lumens

Compared to the AURA 4K UST laser projector with 1800 ISO Lumens, the XGIMI AURA 2 with 2300 ISO Lumens has a 28% increase in brightness. It prevents the image from washing out when you project content in brighter environments and more details could be shown even in the daytime. Vivid pictures and premium color fidelity enable you to get immersed in the movies thanks to the higher lumens.

3. Throw Ratio: 0.233:1 to 0.177:1 for Shorter Throw Distance

Specifications	AURA 2	AURA
Throw Ratio	0.177:1	0.233:1
Image Size	90” - 150”	80” - 150”

Note: Throw Ratio = Throw Distance / Image Width (TR = TD / IW)

XGIMI AUAR and AURA 2 both are 4K ultra short throw laser projectors with incredible throw ratio, being perfect for rooms of all sizes. AURA 2 can display a clear 100" image from just 17.8cm away, supporting image size of 90'' - 150''.

You can simply place it on a TV cabinet next to the screen or the wall that is projected. The UST projectors AURA and AURA 2 can connect to the power supply neatly and conveniently but also do not take up too much space. Moreover, when people walk in front of the screen, they will not block the projected light and get caught in the light.

4. Visuals and Audio: New Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced(OTA) Certified, and Dolby Atmos

Specifications	AURA 2	AURA
Dolby Vision	✔	✖
IMAX Enhanced(OTA)	✔	✖
HDR10	✔	✔
HLG	✔	✔
Dolby Atmos	✔	✖
Dolby Digital(DD)	✔	✔
Dolby Digital Plus (DD+)	✔	✔

XGIMI AURA and AURA 2 UST 4K laser projectors both provide cinematic viewing. On this basis, AURA 2 comes with the Dolby and IMAX Enhanced visuals, which satisfies the exacting criteria for quality established by Dolby and IMAX.

Also, it provides completely immersive audio of Dolby Atmos technology by the built-in 60W Harman Kardon speakers. And that effectively creates a three-dimensional soundscape in your house by going beyond conventional channel-based audio.

With the advancement of technologies, you can reach 4K, Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced, and Atmos standards at home. Why not try to tra2nsform your living room into a home theater with exclusive visual and audio experiences?

5. Color Gamut: DCI-P3 80% to DCI-P3 99%

XGIMI AURA 2 4K UST laser TV projector features a color gamut (Coverage) of DCI-P3 99%, which is 19% higher compared to AURA of DCI-P3 80%. Given that color gamut indicates the amount of colors a projector is capable of displaying;2 it is an essential part of image quality. Higher color gamut projectors result in more realistic and bolder colors than widely used gamut devices.

In addition, AURA 2 has a stunning sharper contrast ratio of Dynamic 1000000:1, which represents the difference between light and dark on the screen. More natural and alive pictures can be achieved on the screen.

6. Smart Control: Advanced ISA 5.0 Tech for UST

XGIMI AURA 2 ultra short throw laser home theater projector is designed to have the Intelligent Screen Adaption (ISA) 5.0 for UST, covering functions like Auto Focus, Uninterrupted Auto Keystone, Wall Flatness Adaption, Wall Color Adaption, Screen Alignment Assist, Intelligent Eye Protection, and the Eco Mode (Smart Dynamic Sensing). AURA uses the 8-Point Keystone Correction & 4-Point Keystone Correction, allowing for flexible picture size adjustment.

7. Latency: Ultra-low Latency Mode of 20ms

AURA 2 ultra short throw 4K laser projector has an ultra-low latency down to 20ms (AK off). The difference in latency in milliseconds may sound trivial, but this "small" improvement can have a significant impact at some point. The low lag stands for a much better gaming experience when all your action is delivered in real time.

8. Dimension: Smaller Size and Weight for Better Space Utilization

Specifications	AURA 2	AURA
Product Size (H x W x D)	144 x 510 x 270 mm	140 x 606 x 401 mm
Product Weight	9 kg	11 kg

The AURA 2 ultra short throw laser TV projector not only has an innovative contour design but also is smaller and more lightweight. It measures 144 x 510 x 270 mm and weighs 9kg while AURA is 140 x 606 x 401 mm and 11kg.