XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
#14 in 4KFull review
A compact 4K laser projector for bedrooms and small rooms that need to move it around, with Google TV and real optical zoom.
Amazon $849$849
The XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K is the better projector overall, rated 4.1 to 4.0. The XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K leads on setup. The Dangbei DBOX02 Pro wins on brightness. The XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K costs $49.98 less ($849 vs $898.98).
Dangbei DBOX02 Pro
#18 in 4KFull review
An easy smart 4K laser projector for a living room or bedroom that sets itself up and streams Netflix out of the box.
Amazon $898.98$898.98
Prices were last checked October 29, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K for setup (Autofocus, auto keystone, 1.3x zoom vs Autofocus, auto keystone).
- Choose the Dangbei DBOX02 Pro for brightness (2,000 ISO lumens vs 1,600 ISO lumens).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 4K projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K | Dangbei DBOX02 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 56 1,600 ISO lumens | 67 2,000 ISO lumens |
| Value 15% | 86 $0.53 per lumen | 91 $0.45 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 80 Autofocus, auto keystone, 1.3x zoom | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) |
| Gaming 10% | 100 1 ms input lag | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Independent measurements
XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurent Willen | 1,061 lm | - | - | 1,061 lumens in Vivid at laser level 10; 823 to 871 in Movie, Standard, Game and Sports |
Dangbei DBOX02 Pro
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| XGIMI Elfin Flip 4K | Dangbei DBOX02 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 1,600 ISO | 2,000 ISO |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | DLP | DLP |
| Light source | RGB laser | laser |
| HDR | HDR10, HLG | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | - | 108% Rec.709 |
| Dynamic contrast | 20,000:1 | - |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Short throw (1:1) | Standard throw (1.3:1) |
| Largest image | 200 in | 300 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes |
| Auto screen fit | - | Yes |
| Optical zoom | 1.3x | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Google TV, licensed Netflix |
| Input lag | 1 ms | - |
| Top refresh rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 7 W | 24 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 28 dB | 24 dB |
| Power | 120 W | 110 W |
| Dimensions | 9.65 x 3.07 x 10.0 in (W x D x H) | 10.34 x 8.49 x 9.72 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 3.4 lb | 10.6 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Released | 2026-07-15 | 2025-07-01 |