Dangbei MP1 Max vs Optoma UHZ50

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	Dangbei MP1 Max MSRP $1,999	Optoma UHZ50 MSRP $2,799
Display system
Imaging technology	DLP	DLP
Technology brand	DLP	DLP
Number of imaging devices	—	1
Chip / panel model	—	4K UHD HSSI DMD X1, S451
Chip / panel diagonal	0.47 in	0.47 in
Native aspect ratio	—	16:9
Native resolution	—	1920 × 1080
Pixel shift	—	XPR 4-way
Addressable resolution	3840 × 2160	3840 × 2160
Optical system description	—	Blue laser phosphor light engine with a yellow phosphor wheel and a colour wheel
Optics
Throw ratio	1.2:1	1.21–1.59:1
Projection distance table	—	40″: 1.07–1.41 m · 60″: 1.61–2.11 m · 70″: 1.88–2.46 m · 80″: 2.14–2.82 m · 90″: 2.41–3.17 m · 100″: 2.68–3.52 m · 120″: 3.21–4.22 m · 150″: 4.02–5.28 m · 180″: 4.82–6.34 m · 200″: 5.36–7.04 m · 250″: 6.7–8.8 m
Zoom type	Digital	Optical
Zoom ratio	—	1.3×
Focus	Auto	Manual
Vertical lens shift	—	0–10%
Motorized lens shift	—	No
Fixed offset	—	105%
Focal length	—	12.81–16.74 mm
F-number	—	1.94–2.23
Image size range	40–300 in	34.1–302 in
Vertical keystone	—	-30–30°
Horizontal keystone	—	-30–30°
Corner / warp correction	4pt	Warp
Light source
Light source type	Hybrid laser + LED	Laser (phosphor)
Light source detail	Triple laser + LED	Laser
Light source life	—	Rated: 30,000 h
Life definition	—	50% brightness
Constant brightness mode	—	Yes
Cool-down time	—	10 s
Light-source dimming	—	Manual steps
Brightness
ISO light output	3,100 lm	—
Claimed brightness (non-standard)	—	3,000
Claimed brightness unit	—	Unspecified
Brightness by mode	—	Cinema: 1,194 lm · Hdr sim: 1,684 lm · Game: 1,677 lm · Reference: 1,053 lm · Bright: 2,503 lm · User: 1,909 lmMeasured
Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner)	—	80%
Contrast & black level
Dynamic contrast	—	2,500,000:1
Dynamic light control	—	Laser dimming
Colour
BT.2020 gamut	110%	—
Gamma / EOTF presets	—	2.2, 2.4, 2.6
Bit depth / 'number of colours'	—	10 bit
Calibration & picture control
Colour management system	—	6-axis
Greyscale control points	11	—
ISF certified	—	Yes
HDR
HDR formats	HDR10, HDR10+, HLG	HDR10, HLG
Tone mapping type	—	Adjustable
Motion & gaming
Frame interpolation (MEMC)	Yes	Yes
Max refresh rate	1920×1080: 240 Hz	1920×1080: 240 Hz · 2560×1440: 120 Hz · 3840×2160: 60 Hz
Input lag (rated)	—	1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 17 ms · 1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 8.6 ms · 1920×1080 @ 240 Hz: 4.4 ms · 3840×2160 @ 60 Hz: 16.9 ms
Auto low-latency mode	—	No
Audio
Speaker power	24 W	20 W
Speaker count	2	2
Audio channels	—	Stereo
DTS	Yes	Yes
Audio outputs	3.5 mm, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth	3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI eARC
HDMI ARC	—	Yes
HDMI eARC	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth speaker mode	Yes	—
Bluetooth audio out	Yes	—
Inputs, control & connectivity
Max input signal	—	4096 × 2160
HDMI port count	2	3
HDMI ports (feature-level)	HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1, eARC	HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2, eARC (ENHANCED GAMING LOW LATENCY); HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2; HDMI 3: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2 (PUREMOTION)
Horizontal scan frequency	—	15.38–91.15 kHz
Vertical scan frequency	—	24–120 Hz
USB media playback	Yes	Yes
RS-232	—	Yes
LAN control	—	Yes
Wired IR input	—	Yes
12 V trigger	—	Yes
Control ecosystem drivers	—	Alexa, Google Home
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6	Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth version	5.2	—
Ethernet	No	Yes
Firmware / software
Smart OS	Google TV	Android (uncertified)
Netflix	Native	Native
Casting	Chromecast built-in	—
RAM	2 GB	—
Storage	32 GB	16 GB
SoC	Quad-core ARM Cortex-A55	—
3D
3D support	Yes	Yes
3D sync method	—	DLP-Link
3D formats	Side-by-side, Top-bottom	Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential
Setup automation
Auto keystone	Yes	Yes
Screen fit / alignment	Yes	—
Obstacle avoidance	Yes	—
Eye-protection sensor	Yes	—
Integrated stand / gimbal	Type: built_in_stand · Horizontal rotation deg: 360 · Vertical tilt deg: 135	—
Acoustic noise
Fan noise (sound pressure)	Standard: 24 dB(A)	Typical: 27 dB(A) · Max: 29 dB(A)
Noise measurement distance	1 m	—
Environment & power
Operating temperature	5–35°C	0–40°C
Operating humidity	—	10–85%RH
Altitude / high-altitude mode	—	3,000 m
High-altitude mode	—	Yes
Operating orientations	Table, Ceiling	Table, Ceiling, Rear
Rated voltage	—	100–240 V
Rated frequency	—	50–60 Hz
Power consumption (max)	190 W	230 W
Power consumption by mode	—	Bright 100 pct 110vac: 240 W · Bright 100 pct 220vac: 230 W · Eco 80 pct 110vac: 185 W · Eco 80 pct 220vac: 175 W
Standby power	0.5 W	0.5 W
Power supply	External brick	—
Physical & installation
Width	296 mm	337 mm
Depth	230 mm	265 mm
Height	247 mm	119 mm
Weight	5.6 kg	4.8 kg
Colours / finishes	Dark grey	White
Mount hole pattern	Thread: 1/4-inch · Depth in: 0.26 · Holes: 1	—
Safety & compliance
Photobiological risk group	RG2	RG2
Laser product class	Class 1 laser product (IEC 60825-1:2014)	Class 1 (IEC 60825-1:2014)
FDA variance	—	Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 as a Risk Group 2 LIP; see Laser Notice No. 57, dated May 8, 2019
Safety & market certifications	CE, UKCA, FCC	CE, FCC
Support & ownership
Warranty	🇺🇸 US 1 yr	—
User manual	https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0582/1127/0815/files/MP1_Max-20250616.pdf?v=1750052373	https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/import/Documents/c60e8ce7-6032-45ec-a343-21f52fef801c.pdf
In the box
Box contents	Remote, Batteries, Carrying case, Power plug, Manual	Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide, Wifi dongle
Remote type	Bluetooth	Backlit