Dangbei N3 Max vs Nebula Mars 3
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 Dangbei N3 MaxMSRP $559.99 |  Nebula Mars 3MSRP $1,049.99 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | Single-panel LCD | DLP |
| Technology brand | — | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | — | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 4.45 in | — |
| Native aspect ratio | — | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.25:1 | 1.2:1 |
| Throw reference point | — | Lens |
| Projection distance table | 60″: 1.62 m · 80″: 2.13 m · 100″: 2.64 m · 120″: 3.14 m · 150″: 3.9 m | 30″: 0.8 m · 50″: 1.33 m · 80″: 2.1 m · 100″: 2.65 m · 120″: 3.2 m · 150″: 4 m · 200″: 5.3 m |
| Zoom type | — | Digital |
| Focus | — | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | — | 0% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | 0% |
| Image size range | 60–150 in | 30–200 in |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source life | — | Rated: 25,000 h |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | 1,000 lm | — |
| ANSI lumens | — | 1,000 lm |
| Brightness by mode | — | Eco: 300 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | — | 400:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | — | 8 bit |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10 |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | — | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 60 Hz | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 12 W | 40 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 3 |
| Audio partner | — | Dolby |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio out | — | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | — | 3840 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0, eARC | — |
| Audio input terminals | — | 3.5 mm |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | 5.1 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | VIDAA | Android TV |
| OS version | — | 11.0 |
| Netflix | Native | None |
| Casting | AirPlay 2, Miracast | Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB |
| Storage | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| SoC | MT9660 | Quad core ARM Cortex-A55 |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | When moved | When moved |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | — |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | — |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | Type: gimbal · Tilt min deg: -45 · Tilt max deg: 135 · Tilt range deg: 180 | Type: fold_out_foot |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | — | Rated: 28 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–35°C |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | — |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | — |
| Power consumption (max) | 150 W | 150 W |
| Standby power | — | 1 W |
| Power supply | Internal | External brick |
| Battery capacity | — | 185 Wh |
| Battery runtime | — | 300 min |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | — | 160 mm |
| Depth | — | 250 mm |
| Height | 264 mm | 260 mm |
| Weight | 3.61 kg | 4.5 kg |
| Ingress protection | — | IPX3 |
| Exhaust / intake direction | — | Rear |
| Tripod socket | Yes | Yes |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | CE, FCC, UKCA, PSE | CE, UKCA, FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr |
| User manual | — | https://salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029181/en_US/000029181.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Remote, User manual, Aaa batteries | Projector, Remote control, Batteries, Power adapter, Power cord, Quick start guide |