Nebula Mars 3 Air vs TCL A1
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 Nebula Mars 3 AirMSRP $599.99 |  TCL A1MSRP $599.99 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | Single-panel LCD |
| Technology brand | DLP | — |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.23 in | — |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | 1920 × 1080 |
| Optical system description | — | LCD panel with LED light source in a fully enclosed light engine; fixed lens, no zoom |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.25:1 |
| Throw reference point | Lens | — |
| Projection distance table | 30″: 0.8 m · 50″: 1.33 m · 80″: 2.1 m · 100″: 2.65 m · 120″: 3.2 m · 150″: 4 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 · 110″: 3.03 m · 120″: 3.3 mDerived |
| Zoom type | Digital | None |
| Focus | Auto | Auto |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | 0% |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | 0% |
| Interchangeable lens | No | No |
| Image size range | 30–150 in | 45–120 in |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | Red, green and blue LEDs | — |
| Light source life | Rated: 30,000 h | Rated: 30,000 h |
| Life definition | — | Unspecified |
| Light-source dimming | Manual steps | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | — | 360 lm |
| ANSI lumens | 400 lm | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 400:1 | 2,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 8 bit | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 60 Hz | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 16 W | 16 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 2 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | Stereo |
| Audio partner | Dolby | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes | — |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| HDMI port count | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 2.0 | — |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5 mm | — |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | No | — |
| USB media playback | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 4 |
| Bluetooth version | Bluetooth 5.1 | 5.1 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Google TV | Google TV |
| OS version | — | Android 11 for TV |
| Netflix | Native | Native |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | Chromecast built-in |
| Update policy | The projector notifies the user when a new firmware version is detected; no support period is stated. | Network update (over the air) |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | — | No |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | When moved | When moved |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | — | Type: handle_stand · Tilt deg: 15 |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Rated: 28 dB(A) | Rated: 30 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement standard | ISO 7779 | — |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–35°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Rear, Ceiling |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 115 V |
| Power consumption (max) | 90 W | — |
| Power consumption by mode | Conference: 59.2 W · Standard: 49.9 W · Movie: 49.9 W · Eco: 22.4 W · Idle: 13.2 WMeasured | Rated: 150 W |
| Standby power | 1 W | 0.3 W |
| Power supply | External brick | External brick |
| Battery capacity | 64.8 Wh | — |
| Battery runtime | 150 min | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 122 mm | 128 mm |
| Depth | 178 mm | 264 mm |
| Height | 133 mm | 191 mm |
| Weight | 1.68 kg | 2.57 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | Rear | — |
| Tripod socket | Yes | Yes |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes | Yes |
| Air filter | None | — |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Safety & market certifications | CE, FCC | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr · 🇦🇺 AU 1 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr |
| User manual | https://salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000014639/en_US/000014639.pdf | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_12572.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote control, Batteries, Power adapter, Power cord, Quick start guide | Projector, Remote control, Power cord, Power adapter, Quick start guide, Aaa batteries |
| Remote type | Voice | Voice |