In this post I am going to review outdoor SMD LED display: 4 most popular LED screens includes Unilumin Usuerface III, Absen, Lamp and Xingwei EV960 series. I will discover the bad and the good of each outdoor LED display panel. Within each outdoor LED display I will evaluate:
Cost
Installation
Material
Design
Transportation
Protection Level including waterproof ability and heat dissipation
Sizes
and more
Make sure you will read the review until the end. In this way you can make better purchasing decision!
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Xingwei EV960 VS Unilumin Usurface III
Xingwei EV960 VS Absen XD Series
Xingwei EV960 VS Lamp LS Series
1. Xingwei EV960 VS Unilumin Usurface III Outdoor Screen
Comparison of Parameters
| Product | EV960 | UsurfaceIII | Compare |
| Pixel Pitch（mm） | 6.678 | 6.68.3 | / |
| LEDs | SMD2727SMD3535 | SMD2727 | / |
| Brightness（nits） | 7000~12000 | 6500~10000 | Better |
| Contrast ratio | 16500:1 | 16500:1 | / |
| Power consumption（w/㎡） | 152(for 7000 nits) | 173 (for 7000 nits) | More save electricity |
| Gray scale（bit） | 14-16 | 14 | More delicate |
| Module size（mm） | 480*320 | 400*300 | / |
| Cabinet size（mm） | 960*960 80*960960*640d0*1280d0*960 | 800*900 | More applications |
| Protecting rate | IP66 | IP65/IP54 | Better |
| Fireproof level | 5VB | Normal | Better |
Through the comparison of parameters, we can see Xingwei LED EV960 series is better in the areas of brightness, energy-saving, gray scale, available cabinet size, protection rate and fireproof level, which can make it comparatively more efficient with higher display performances and be better in saving costs for customers.
Module Design
| Product | EV960 | Unilumin- UsurfaceIII | Compare |
| Maintenance | Total Front and Back service | Front or Back service | More convenient |
| Heat dissipation | Aluminum chassis | hollow module with Glue | / |
| PUB connector | Pin Header | Ox horn socket | More stable |
| Fixed mode | Easy lock | Screw | Better |
| Power supply/ Hub card Maintenance | Total Front and Back service | Front or Back service | More convenient |
| Power box heat dissipation design | Natural heat dissipation + Rib | Natural heat dissipation + Holes | Better |
| Power/ Signal connection | Seatronic Aviation connector | Seatronic Aviation connector | / |
| Installation | Front and Back mounting | Front or Back mounting | Better |
| Panel material | Aluminum | Aluminum | / |
| Handle | Left and right handle hole | Left and right handle hole | / |
| Panel thickness(mm) | 75 | 96 | Thinner |
Xingwei EV960 series outdoor LED display supports total front and back service, which can save you lots of maintenance and installation time.
What is more, maturer waterproof LED display design including more stable PUB connector, rib design to improve heat dissipation, and front and back mounting allow Xingwei EV960 series more convenient operation and better heat dissipation.
Avaliable LED Cabinet Size
Xingwei EV960 is available in a number of sizes, customizable for different applications.
Avaliable sizes include 960*1280/960*960/960*640/1440*1280/ 1440*960mm.
Usurface III has only one size 800*900mm.
Protection Level
Better Heat Dissipation
EV960 series is made of Aluminum material with high temperature durability, reach 5VB fireproofing level.
Module and Power supply increase heat loss area with cooling rib, so as to achieve the best cooling effect.
Compare with UsurfaceIII plastic chassis with normal fireproof level, EV960 has higher protection, better heat dissipation.
Higher Waterproof Protection
EV960 Protecting Rating (front and rear): IP66, while that of UsurfaceIII is only IP65/64.
Drain hole is designed at the bottom of the panel to prevent ponding.
The highest waterproofing level can reduce water infiltration resulting in damage to internal components
Xingwei EV960 IP66 Waterproof Testing Report
Xingwei EV960 Burning Testing Report-TR-5VB
Support Curved LED Screen
EV960 series Xingwei LED display screens support custimzed curved or even 90°screen. It can be seamless splicing, and meet various requirements of locations where needs curved LED screen.
Lock System
Four locks, only 8s installation: EV960 disassembly module only needs to use the spanner to directly open the lock, four locks in one module, only 8s installation. While Usurface III is secured with screws.
Convenient Handle Hole
Xingwei EV960 series LED display screens can use the handle to lift it easily which can save lots of energy and time to maintenance and install.
Cable Channel Design
EV960 series cable channel design where is in the bottom of the panel, allowing cables hidden inside, which looks more elegant and tidy. Moreover, it can protect the cables from bitten by rats.
But the Usurface III’s are exposed.
2. Xingwei EV960 VS Absen XD Series
Comparison of Parameters
| Product | EV960 | LS series | Compare |
| Pixel Pitch（mm） | 6.678 | 6.678 | / |
| LEDs | SMD2727SMD3535 | SMD2727DIP | / |
| Brightness（nits） | 7000~12000 | 6000~7000 | Higher brightness |
| Contrast ratio | 16500:1 | 6500:1 | clearer |
| Power consumption（w/㎡） | 152(for 7000nits) | 185(for 6000nits) | More save eletricity |
| Gray scale（bit） | 14-16 | 13-16 | / |
| Module size（mm） | 480*320 | 320*320 | / |
| Cabinet size（mm） | 960*960 80*960960*640d0*1280d0*960 | 1280960*960 | More applications |
| Protecting rate | IP66 | IP65/IP54 | Better |
| Fireproof level | 5VB | Normal | Better |
Xingwei EV960 series performs better in the aspects of brightness and contrast ratio, meaning better display effect.
Besides, the energy-saving functions of Xingwei EV960 are more effective than Absen XD series, which can provide higher brightness while cost less power consumption( 152w/㎡ for 7000 nits VS 185w/㎡ for 6000 nits).
Brightness and Contrast Ratio
EV960 brightness can be selected from 7000~12,000nits，compared with XD series with only 6000~7000nits, it has obvious advantages.
The contrast ratio is 16500:1 VS 6500:1, the former number of Xingwei EV960 is more than three times the latter.
Module Design
| Product | EV960 | XD series | Compare |
| Maintenance | Total Front and Back service | Front or Back service | More convenient |
| Heat dissipation | Aluminum chassis | Sealed back shell | Temperature 5° lower |
| PUB connector | Pin Header | Pin Header | / |
| Fixed mode | Easy Lock | Screw | Better |
Xingwei EV960 series has aluminum chassis which can resist more heat.
The fast four lock design make the installation super easy within 8 seconds, while Absen XD series adopts screw design that is more complex.
Panel Design
Xingwei EV960 energy saving LED screen adopts total dual service including back and front service, and front and back mounting, which increase the adoptability for different installation sites greatly.
Besides, it attaches importance to the heat dissipation, adding ribs to improve the heat resistance especially.
| Product | EV960 | Absen-XD series | Compare |
| Power supply/ Hub card Maintenance | Total Front and Back service | Front or Back service | More convenient |
| Power box heat dissipation design | Natural heat dissipation + Rib | Natural heat dissipation | Ventilation holes facilitate air movement |
| Power/ Signal connection | Seatronic Aviation connector | RJ45 | / |
| Installation | Front and Back mounting | Front or Back mounting | Better |
| Panel material | Aluminum | Aluminum | / |
| Handle | Left and right handle hole | Left and right handle hole | / |
Chassis
EV960 uses aluminum chassis, so the heat of the lamp board is emitted through the glue facing to the air.
XD series use closed chassis, the heat dissipation is not as good as the aluminum chassis.
Shipping Cost
| Product | EV960 | Absen-XD series |
| Panel thickness(mm) | 75 | 106 |
| Panel weight(kg) | 28 | 21 |
| Ave weight(kg/㎡) | 30 | 34 |
Xingwei EV960 series outdoor LED displays are thinner with panel thickness only 75mm compared with 106mm thickness of XD series. The thickness of EV960 is less 1/3 than that of Absen XD series.
What is more, the lighter average weight can save customers more shipping cost.
Installation and Maintenance
Absen XD series adopts front or back installation and maintenances, and front or back mounting.
EV960 modules, power supply and receiving card support total front and back maintenance, and cabinets support front or back installation. This specialty can save clients’ many time and energy as installation and maintenance are one of the key points during use.
3. Xingwei EV960 VS Lamp LS Series Outdoor LED Display
Comparison of Parameters
| Product | EV960 | LS series | Compare |
| Pixel Pitch（mm） | 6.678 | 6.678 | / |
| LEDs | SMD2727SMD3535 | SMD2727DIP | / |
| Brightness（nits） | 7000~12000 | 6000~7000 | Higher brightness |
| Contrast ratio | 16500:1 | 6500:1 | clearer |
| Power consumption（w/㎡） | 152(for 7000nits) | 185(for 6000nits) | More save eletricity |
| Gray scale（bit） | 14-16 | 13-16 | / |
| Module size（mm） | 480*320 | 320*320 | / |
| Cabinet size（mm） | 960*960 80*960960*640d0*1280d0*960 | 1280960*960 | More applications |
| Protecting rate | IP66 | IP65/IP54 | Better |
| Fireproof level | 5VB | Normal | Better |
Protection Level
Xingwei EV960 reaches IP66 waterproof level, which can protect the LED screen display from moisture effectively.
The fireproof level reaches 5VB, which improve the ability to resist high temperature.
Waterproof Test of EV960
High Temperature Test
Module Design
| Product | EV960 | LS series | Compare |
| Maintenance | Total Front and Back service | Front or Back service | More convenient |
| Heat dissipation | Aluminum chassis | Sealed back shell | Temperature 5° lower |
| PUB connector | Pin Header | Pin Header | / |
| Fixed mode | Lock | Magnetic + bottle screw | Better |
Panel Design
| Product | EV960 | LS series | Compare |
| Power supply/ Hub card Maintenance | Total Front and Back service | Front or Back service | More convenient |
| Power box heat dissipation design | Natural heat dissipation + Rib | Natural heat dissipation+Holes+Fans | Better |
| Power/ Signal connection | Seatronic Aviation connector | RJ45 | / |
| Installation | Front and Back mounting | Back mounting | Better |
| Panel material | Aluminum | Aluminum | / |
| Handle | Left and right handle hole | Left and right handle hole | / |
Shipping Cost
| Product | EV960 | LS series | Compare |
| Panel thickness(mm) | 75 | 103 | EV960 save more cost in shipping and installation |
| Panel weight(kg) | 28 | 25 | |
| Ave weight(kg/㎡) | 30 | 29 |
Heat Resistance
The cooling rib of EV960 can increase the heat dissipation area to help better resist heat. It uses aluminum chassis, so the heat of the lamp board is emitted through the glue facing to the air LS series use closed chassis, but with the addition of a breathable valve, LS can release heat with the balance of internal and external air pressure.
4. Why EV960 Energy Saving Outdoor SMD LED Display?
â— Aluminum frame structure.
â— SMD 10000nits outdoor with CCES, high contrast, low consumption (100 m2 can saving 288KW/day).
â— Good heat dissipation with cooling system (Cooling rib, Aluminum chassis, White cabinet).
â— Professional design: module lock, drain hole, cooling rib, cable-less design).
â— Super light and thin (75mm, 30Kg/SQM).
â— EMC class B certificate for civil use.
â— IP67 protecting rate, reducing internal components damage.
â— Total front and rear service, more convenient and save time and money.
â— 3 years warranty for LED module (10000nits version).
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Introduction of Xingwei EV960 Energy Saving LED Display
Conclusions
We have compared Xingwei EV960 with Unilumin Usurface III, Absen XD series and Lamp LS series from aspects including parameters, panel designs, cabinet size, cable design, installation and so on.
Overall, Xingwei EV960 energy-saving LED display enjoys higher protection level, for example, IP66 waterproof level and 5VB fireproof level; more available LED cabinet sizes; better panel design such as convenient lock system which supports only 8s installation and curved screen, and better display performances such as higher brightness and gray scale. It is perfect for fixed LED display and rental LED display.
I recommend you going with Xingwei EV960 outdoor SMD LED display series as it features high cost-effectiveness with mature LED display design!