Dangbei N3 Max vs ViewSonic M2
 Dangbei N3 Max$449.99 |  MSRP $699 | |
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| Key differences | ||
| White light output | 1,000 lm ISO | — |
| Throw ratio | 1.25:1 | 1.23:1 |
| HDR formats | HDR10, + HLG | HDR10 |
| Fan noise | — | Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A) |
| Price | $449.99 | MSRP $699 |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 2.8 m | 2.7 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | 1,000 lmDerived | — |
| White light output | 1,000 lm ISO | — |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 1,200 lm (LED lumens) |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | Single-panel LCD | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 4.45 in | 0.33 in |
| On-screen resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080)Derived | 1080p (1920 × 1080)Derived |
| Native resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080) | 1080p (1920 × 1080) |
| Native aspect | 16:9Derived | 16:9Derived |
| Contrast | ||
| Dynamic contrast | — | 3,000,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Colour gamut | — | Rec. 709 125% |
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | — | 10 bit |
| Colour temperature presets | — | D93, D65, Custom |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, + HLG | HDR10 |
| Calibration | ||
| Colour management (CMS) | — | 6-axis |
| Picture mode memories | — | 2 |
| 3D | ||
| 3D | — | Yes |
| 3D formats | — | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential |
| 3D glasses sync | — | DLP-Link |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | LED | LED |
| Emitter | — | 4-channel LED |
| Light-source life | — | 30,000 h |
| Light output control | — | Steps |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.25:1 | 1.23:1 |
| Image size | 60–150 in | 24–100 in |
| Projection offset | — | 100% |
| Zoom | — | None |
| Focal length | — | 8.5 mm |
| Aperture (f-number) | — | 1.8 |
| Focus | MotorisedDerived | Motorised |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus runs | When moved | When moved |
| Vertical lens shift | — | None |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | None |
| Vertical keystone | — | 40° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | 30° |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Corner correction | — | 4-corner |
| Auto setup | Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidance | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | — | Yes |
| Max input refresh | 1080p: 60 Hz | 1080p: 60 Hz |
| Max refresh at 1080p | 60 HzDerived | 60 HzDerived |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | HDMI 2.0 (eARC) | HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 1Derived | 1Derived |
| Newest HDMI version | HDMI 2.0Derived | HDMI 2.0Derived |
| Other video inputs | — | USB-C (DisplayPort) |
| Max input resolution | — | 4K UHD |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| Horizontal scan | — | 30–97 kHz |
| Vertical scan | — | 24–85 Hz |
| Smart platform | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| Smart platform | VIDAA | — |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT9660 | — |
| RAM | 1 GB | — |
| Storage | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Netflix | Built in | — |
| Casting | AirPlay 2, Miracast | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 12 W | 6 W |
| Speakers | 2 | 2 |
| Layout | — | Stereo |
| Tuned by | — | Harman Kardon |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, + HDMI eARC | 3.5 mm, + Bluetooth |
| HDMI audio return | eARCDerived | NoneDerived |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | No |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | — | 224 × 224 × 51 mm |
| Weight | 3,610 g | 1,320 g |
| Orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Built-in stand | Gimbal, 180° tilt | Foot |
| Ceiling mount | — | M4, screws ≤ 8 mm |
| Tripod socket | Yes | Yes |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | — |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | — | 0–90%RH |
| Altitude | — | High-altitude mode |
| Power draw | Max 150 W | 74 W |
| Standby | — | Up to 0.5 W |
| Power supply | Built in | External adapter |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| DC input | — | 19 V |
| USB-C PD in | — | Over 45 W |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | — | Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A) |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Risk group | RG2 | RG2 |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Marks | CE, + UKCA, FCC, + PSE | CE, FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 1 yr | 3 yr (light source 1 yr) |
| User manual | — | https://www.viewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/Projector/M2/M2_UG_ENG.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, + User manual | Power cord, + Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteries, + Quick start guide, + USB cable, + Carry case, + Wi-Fi dongle |
| Remote | — | IR |