Hisense PL2 vs XGIMI Aura
The Laser TV Decision: Hisense Value or XGIMI Polish
Hisense PL2
XGIMI Aura
Quick Verdict
Jump to Final VerdictChoose the Hisense PL2:
- • Aggressive street pricing — often the value winner
- • Google TV with broad app support
- • Solid single-laser 4K image for 100-120 inches
Choose the XGIMI Aura:
- • Exceptional contrast for a laser TV
- • Google TV with a more polished software experience
- • Nicer industrial design for a living-room console
Spec-by-Spec Comparison
| Specification | Hisense PL2 | XGIMI Aura |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499 | $2,239 |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Brightness | 2,700 lumens | 2,300 lumens |
| Input Lag | — | 20ms |
| Contrast Ratio | 3,000:1 | 1,000,000:1 |
| Technology | DLP | — |
| Throw Type | Ultra Short | Ultra Short |
| Light Source Life | 25,000 hrs | 25,000 hrs |
| Weight | 18.7 lbs | 17.37 lbs |
| Owner Rating | 4.0/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Reviews | 41 | 16 |
Bold marks the better value per row. Prices and ratings update from Amazon automatically; blank cells mean the spec isn't verified for that model.
Final Verdict
These sit at different price points with different strengths. The PL2 is the TV-replacement play: Google TV, solid tuning, and Hisense frequently discounts it aggressively — the value winner. The Aura wins on picture contrast and XGIMI’s more polished software experience, for a real premium. If you want maximum picture per dollar, Hisense; if you value the extra contrast and polish, XGIMI.
Get the Hisense PL2 — $1,499
Get the XGIMI Aura — $2,239
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