Dangbei N2 mini vs TCL C1
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 Dangbei N2 miniMSRP $229 |  TCL C1MSRP $249.99 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | Single-panel LCD | Single-panel LCD |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | — | 3 in |
| Native aspect ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.25:1 | 1.27:1 |
| Projection distance table | — | 40″: 1.15 m · 45″: 1.26 m · 50″: 1.38 m · 60″: 1.65 m · 70″: 1.92 m · 80″: 2.19 m · 90″: 2.47 m · 100″: 2.74 m |
| Zoom type | Digital | None |
| Focus | Auto | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | 0% |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | — |
| Interchangeable lens | — | No |
| Image size range | 40–120 in | 40–120 in |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | White LED | — |
| Light source life | Rated: 30,000 h | Rated: 10,000 h |
| Life definition | Unspecified | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 200 lm | 230 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | — | 1,500:1 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 6 W | 8 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | — |
| Audio channels | — | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Bluetooth | 3.5 mm |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | — | 3840 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 1.4 | HDMI: HDMI 2.1 |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.1 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Linux | Google TV |
| OS version | — | Android 11 for TV |
| Certified OS | — | Yes |
| Netflix | Native | Native |
| Casting | DLNA | Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| SoC | — | MT9630LAATAB-2GRAM |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | — | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Type: gimbal · Tilt deg: 190 | Type: gimbal · Tilt deg: 285 |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 27 dB(A) | Rated: 30 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement distance | 1 m | — |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 5–35°C | — |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 110–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 65 W | — |
| Power consumption by mode | — | Rated: 65 W |
| Power supply | Internal | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | — | 145 mm |
| Depth | — | 138 mm |
| Height | 241 mm | 231 mm |
| Weight | 1.72 kg | 1.77 kg |
| Colours / finishes | — | Gray |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | Yes |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG1 | RG1 |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, UKCA, FCC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr | — |
| User manual | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0582/1127/0815/files/HF2H_-20250124_1.pdf | https://www.manualslib.com/manual/3972435/Tcl-C10l3f.html |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Aaa batteries, User manual | Remote, Ac power cord, Aaa batteries, Quick start guide |
| Remote type | Bluetooth | Voice |