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GX Zero
Lowest-cost SMART Board for simple laptop-led classrooms and budget-sensitive projects.
View GX ZeroSMART Technologies Ireland • School buyer guide
SMART Board Interactive Display Comparison for Irish Schools
Compare SMART Board GX Zero, GX Plus, MX, MX Plus and RX for classrooms, ICT Grant projects, ETB rollouts and Department of Education framework purchasing.
GX Zero
GX Plus
MX
RXFramework supply, installation and ICT Grant support for Irish schools
Framework-aware quotes
Creative Systems is a Department of Education framework-approved SMART reseller.
ICT Grant planning
Compare value, balanced, premium and flagship tiers before spending budget.
Nationwide install
Supply, wall-mounting, cabling, setup and handover across Ireland.
Mixed rollouts
Use different SMART Board tiers in different rooms instead of overspending everywhere.
Choosing the right SMART Board is not about buying the most expensive panel. It is about matching the display to the classroom, the teachers using it, the ICT budget, and the way the school wants pupils to collaborate.
Creative Systems supplies and installs SMART Technologies displays and SMART interactive displays for education nationwide. If you are still early in the process, see our guides to framework reseller purchasing, nationwide installation and ICT Grant planning.
Pick the right SMART Board tier
Lowest costGX Zero
Laptop-led classrooms and simple presentation spaces.
Best valueGX Plus
Standard classrooms needing a modern embedded experience.
All-rounderMX / MX Plus
Daily teaching, collaboration and higher-use spaces.
FlagshipRX
STEM, SEN, showcase and premium learning rooms.
SMART Board models at a glance
GX Plus
Strong value option for everyday teaching, annotation and screen sharing.
View GX PlusMX
Reliable SMART education workhorse for primary and secondary classrooms.
View MXMX Plus
Premium collaboration features without moving all the way to RX pricing.
View MX PlusRX
Flagship SMART display for high-use, STEM, SEN and showcase rooms.
View RXMost classrooms do not need the most expensive board
For many Irish schools, the best rollout is a mix: GX Plus for standard classrooms, MX or MX Plus for heavier teaching spaces, and RX for specialist rooms. That keeps the budget sensible while still giving premium rooms the tools they need.
- GX Zero when the lesson is mainly laptop-led.
- GX Plus when value and modern standalone use matter.
- MX / MX Plus when teachers use the board heavily every day.
- RX when advanced touch, pen tools and room sensors are worth paying for.
SMART Board range comparison table
| Feature | GX Zero | GX Plus | MX | MX Plus | RX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Entry-level classrooms | Value classrooms | Everyday teaching | Collaboration-led classrooms | Flagship rooms |
| Typical school fit | Laptop-led lessons | Standard classrooms | Primary / secondary classrooms | Active learning spaces | STEM, SEN, premium rooms |
| Screen sizes | 65", 75", 86" | 65", 75", 86" | 55", 65", 75", 86" | 65", 75", 86" | 65", 75", 86" |
| Resolution | 4K UHD | 4K UHD | 4K UHD | 4K UHD | 4K UHD |
| Embedded experience | Simple classroom use | Modern Android / EDLA route | SMART education platform | Premium collaboration | Flagship SMART experience |
| SMART Notebook / Ink | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| Best budget position | Lowest cost | Best value | Balanced | Premium | Flagship |
Framework, grant and installation support
Creative Systems can help Irish schools turn a model comparison into a practical quotation: screen sizes, mounting, cabling, OPS modules, training, room phasing and support. This is especially useful when the project is tied to ICT Grant spending, a framework purchase or a multi-room summer rollout.
Related pages: framework reseller support, ICT Grant guidance and nationwide SMART Board installation.
What to send for a useful SMART Board quote
- Number of rooms and whether they are classrooms, SEN, STEM, halls or meeting spaces
- Preferred sizes: 55", 65", 75", 86" or larger specialist displays where relevant
- Whether the school wants supply only or full installation
- Any existing projector, whiteboard, wall type or cabling details
- Teacher laptop, OPS PC, USB-C, HDMI and network requirements
- Budget range, grant deadline or preferred installation window
Frequently asked questions
What is the best SMART Board for Irish schools?
For most schools, GX Plus is the best value, MX or MX Plus is the stronger long-term teaching choice, and RX is best for flagship rooms.
What is the difference between GX Zero and GX Plus?
GX Zero is the lowest-cost entry point. GX Plus is better for mainstream classroom rollouts where the embedded experience matters.
Should we choose MX Plus or RX?
Choose MX Plus for premium collaboration without RX pricing. Choose RX where flagship touch tools, sensors and specialist-room capability matter.
Can Creative Systems quote under framework?
Yes. Creative Systems is a Department of Education framework-approved SMART reseller and can support compliant school quotations.
Need a framework quote for SMART Boards?
Send the room list, preferred sizes and budget range. We can advise the right mix of GX Zero, GX Plus, MX, MX Plus and RX.
Related SMART pages
Installed and supported nationwide across Ireland.
SMART comparison guides
Compare SMART Board against the main alternatives
Use these buyer guides when shortlisting interactive displays for Irish classrooms, training rooms, meeting spaces and multi-site rollouts.
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Interactive display buying guide
Not sure whether SMART, Newline, BenQ, ViewSonic, MAXHUB or iiyama is the right fit? Start with the Irish buying guide before shortlisting models.
Read the interactive display buying guide →