Optoma ML1080UST
MSRP$1,199

| Brand | Optoma · Photon Go |
| Type | Portable |
| Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG |
| Imaging technology | DLP |
| Light source type | RGB triple laser |
| ISO light output | 650 lm |
| Throw ratio | 0.18:1 |
| Input lag (rated) | 1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 27 ms |
A portable single-chip DLP ultra-short-throw projector with a triple RGB laser source, 1080p output, 650 ISO lumens and a 0.18:1 throw ratio. It has a built-in rechargeable battery, Google TV, auto focus and auto keystone, and two 10 W speakers.
Data sheet
Picture
| Imaging technology | DLP | |
| Technology brand | DLP | |
| Chip / panel model | Texas Instruments 0.23" 1080p DMD | |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.23 in | |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | |
| Dynamic contrast | 2,500,000:1 | |
| BT.2020 gamut | 110% | |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | |
| Input lag (rated) | 1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 27 ms | |
| 3D support | No |
Optics
| Throw ratio | 0.18:1 | |
| Projection distance table | 100″: 0.25 m | |
| Zoom type | Digital | |
| Focus | Auto | |
| Vertical lens shift | 0% | |
| Horizontal lens shift | 0% | |
| Fixed offset | 135% | |
| Focal length | 0.91 mm | |
| F-number | 2.1 | |
| Image size range | 60–100 in | |
| Vertical keystone | -5–5° | |
| Horizontal keystone | -10–10° |
Light source
| Light source type | RGB triple laser | |
| Light source life | Eco: 20,000 h | |
| ISO light output | 650 lm ISO 21118 | ISO 21118 |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | 1,200 | |
| Claimed brightness unit | Unspecified | |
| Brightness by mode | Bright: 600 lm · Standard: 500 lm · Eco: 400 lm | |
| Brightness uniformity (centre-to-corner) | 90% |
Audio
| Speaker power | 20 W | |
| Speaker count | 2 | |
| Audio channels | Stereo | |
| Audio partner | Dolby Audio | |
| Audio outputs | Bluetooth | |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | |
| Bluetooth audio out | Yes |
Inputs, control & connectivity
| Max input signal | 3840 × 2160 | |
| HDMI port count | 1 | |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI: HDMI 2.0 | |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–135 kHz | |
| Vertical scan frequency | 24–60 Hz | |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | No | |
| USB media playback | Yes | |
| Bluetooth version | Bluetooth in and out (version not stated) | |
| Ethernet | Yes | |
| Autofocus | When moved | |
| Auto keystone | Yes |
Environment & power
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | |
| Operating humidity | 10–80%RH | |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 762 m | |
| Operating orientations | Table, Rear, Ceiling | |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | |
| Power consumption by mode | Eco: 60 W · Bright: 85 W | |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | |
| Power supply | USB-C | |
| Battery capacity | 164 Wh | |
| Battery runtime | 90 min | |
| USB-C PD input | 100 W | |
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Eco: 30 dB(A) · Bright: 35 dB(A) |
Support & ownership
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr Optoma datasheet: "Warranty 1 Year". Optoma warranty page unreadable (HTTP 403). | |
| User manual | https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/documents/0baJeD53jzBvx11dE1IJr8YYc8pUhzikUShMOgjZ.pdf | |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC |
In the box
| Box contents | Power adapter, Power cable, Remote, Batteries, Quick start guide | |
| Remote type | IR |
Tools
- Throw calculator — How far from the screen the ML1080UST needs to sit for a given image size, set to its 0.18:1 lens.
- Download spec as CSV — Every value on this data sheet with its unit and source, one row per spec.
- Download spec as JSON — The same data from the open data API, with variants and identifiers.
Variants & identifiers
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| Variant | Region | Type | Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 🇺🇸 US | ASIN | B0DZK6PFRJ |
| UPC | 796435447946 | ||
| MPN | ML1080UST |
Reviews
| Date | Title | Publication |
|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2026 | Optoma Photon Go (ML1080ST) Portable UST Projector Review | Projector Reviews |
Similar models
Sources
- Optoma ML1080UST datasheet with product specifications (English US)
- Optoma ML1080UST user manual (English)
- Optoma Unveils PHOTON GO Ultra Short Throw Portable Projector (press release, 23 July 2025)
- Optoma USA PHOTON GO - ML1080UST product page and specifications
- Optoma ML1080UST brochure and specifications (English)
- Audio General Optoma ML1080UST listing
Also known as
Other names this exact model is sold under.
| Photon Go | All regions | Marketing name |
| PHOTON GO | All regions | Marketing name |





