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HP MC450 vs ViewSonic M1X

HP MC450
HP MC450		ViewSonic M1XViewSonic M1X
MSRP $389
Key differences
White light output150 lm ISO150 lm ANSI
Native resolution720p (1280 × 720)480p (854 × 480)
Throw ratio0.9:11.2:1
Fan noise—Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 25 dB(A)
Price—MSRP $389
Room fit
Distance to screen2.0 m2.7 m
Brightness
Rated brightness150 lmDerived150 lmDerived
White light output150 lm ISO150 lm ANSI
Display system
Imaging technologySingle-panel LCDDLP
Chip / panel diagonal—0.2 in
On-screen resolution720p (1280 × 720)Derived480p (854 × 480)Derived
Native resolution720p (1280 × 720)480p (854 × 480)
Native aspect16:9Derived16:9Derived
Contrast
Dynamic contrast—120,000:1
Colour
Colour bit depth (per channel)8 bit10 bit
3D
3D—Yes
3D formats—Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential
Light source
Light sourceLEDLED
Emitter—RGB LED
Light-source life20,000 h60,000 h
Light output control—Steps
Optics
Throw ratio0.9:11.2:1
Image size39.93–90.26 in24–100 in
Projection offset0%—
Zoom—None
Focal length—5.5 mm
Aperture (f-number)—1.7
FocusMotorisedManual
AutofocusYes—
Vertical lens shiftNoneNone
Horizontal lens shiftNoneNone
Vertical keystone—40°
Horizontal keystone—40°
Auto keystoneYesYes
Corner correction4-corner4-corner
Motion & gaming
Max input refresh—1080p: 60 Hz
Max refresh at 1080p—60 HzDerived
Inputs & control
HDMI inputsHDMIHDMI 1.4 (HDCP 1.4)
HDMI inputs (count)1Derived1Derived
Newest HDMI version—HDMI 1.4Derived
Other video inputs—USB-C (DisplayPort)
Max input resolution720p1080p
USB media playbackYesYes
Horizontal scan—15–102 kHz
Vertical scan—23–120 Hz
Smart platform
Bluetooth5.24.2
ChipsetAmlogic T950D4—
RAM1 GB—
Storage8 GB16 GB
NetflixBuilt in—
CastingMiracast—
Audio
Speaker power3 W6 W
Speakers12
LayoutMonoStereo
Tuned by—Harman Kardon
Audio outputs3.5 mm, Bluetooth3.5 mm, Bluetooth
HDMI audio returnNoneDerivedNoneDerived
Bluetooth speaker modeYesYes
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)82 × 138 × 92 mm166 × 138 × 54 mm
Weight—800 g
Orientations—360°
Built-in stand—Stand
Tripod socket—Yes
Environment & power
Operating temperature—0–40°C
Operating humidity—0–90%RH
Power drawMax 40 W35 W
Standby—Up to 0.5 W
Power supplyUSB-CExternal adapter
Mains input—100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
DC input20 V19 V
USB-C PD in45 WDerivedOver 45 W
Battery runtime—Up to 240 min
Noise
Fan noise—Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 25 dB(A)
Safety & compliance
MarksFCC+ CE, FCC
Support & ownership
Warranty1 yr3 yr
User manual—https://www.viewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/projector/M1X/M1X_UG_ENG.pdf
In the box
In the boxPower cord, Power adapter, Remote, Quick start guide, + Warranty card, + Cleaning kitPower cord, Power adapter, Remote, + Remote batteries, Quick start guide, + USB cable, + Carry case
RemoteVoice—