Dangbei MP1 Max vs XGIMI HORIZON 20
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 Dangbei MP1 MaxMSRP $1,999 |  XGIMI HORIZON 20MSRP $1,699 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | — | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.47 in |
| Native aspect ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.2–1.5:1 |
| Zoom type | Digital | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | — | 1.25×Derived |
| Focus | Auto | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | — | ±120% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | ±45% |
| Motorized lens shift | — | Yes |
| Image size range | 40–300 in | 40–300 in |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Hybrid laser + LED | RGB triple laser |
| Light source detail | Triple laser + LED | RGB triple laser, with emission bands of 458-472 nm, 519-531 nm and 635-651 nm |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 3,100 lm | 3,200 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | — | 20,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| BT.2020 gamut | 110% | 110% |
| Gamut metric | — | Area |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | — | 8 bit |
| Filmmaker Mode | — | Yes |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Greyscale control points | 11 | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 240 Hz | 1920×1080: 240 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | — | 1920×1080 @ 240 Hz: 1 ms · 1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 2.2 ms · 3840×2160 @ 60 Hz: 3 ms |
| Variable refresh rate | — | HDMI VRR |
| Auto low-latency mode | — | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 24 W | 24 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio partner | — | Harman Kardon |
| DTS | Yes | Yes |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth | Optical, 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1, eARC | HDMI 1: HDMI, eARC; HDMI 2: HDMI |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | No | — |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | Google TV |
| Netflix | Native | — |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | DLNA, Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage | 32 GB | 128 GB |
| SoC | Quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 | MT9679 |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | Yes |
| 3D formats | Side-by-side, Top-bottom | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Type: built_in_stand · Horizontal rotation deg: 360 · Vertical tilt deg: 135 | Type: adjustable_stand |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 24 dB(A) | Rated: 28 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement distance | 1 m | 1 m |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | — | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | — | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 190 W | 180 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | — |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 296 mm | 298 mm |
| Depth | 230 mm | 190 mm |
| Height | 247 mm | 249 mm |
| Weight | 5.6 kg | 4.8 kg |
| Colours / finishes | Dark grey | — |
| 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) | — |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, UKCA, FCC | IMAX Enhanced |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr | 🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 2 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 2 yr |
| User manual | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0582/1127/0815/files/MP1_Max-20250616.pdf?v=1750052373 | https://helpcenter.xgimi.com/hc/en-gb/article_attachments/50404742316697 |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote, Batteries, Carrying case, Power plug, Manual | Power plug, User manual, Warranty card, Remote, Batteries |
| Remote type | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |