Dangbei MP1 Max
#9 in 4KFull review
A bright, self-adjusting smart 4K projector for a living room, best for movies and TV rather than fast games.
Amazon $1,299$1,299
The Dangbei MP1 Max is the better projector overall, rated 4.4 to 4.1. The Dangbei MP1 Max leads on light life and setup. The Epson Home Cinema 2350 wins on warranty.
Epson Home Cinema 2350
#13 in 4KFull review
A bright, color-accurate 4K-enhanced lamp projector for a living room or game room, with real lens shift and zoom for flexible placement.
Amazon $1,299.99$1,299.99
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 Dangbei MP1 Max for light life (30,000 hour hybrid laser vs 7,500 hour lamp) and setup (Autofocus, auto keystone vs 1.6x zoom, lens shift).
- Choose the Epson Home Cinema 2350 for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
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 | Dangbei MP1 Max | Epson Home Cinema 2350 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.4/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 88 3,100 ISO lumens | 83 2,800 ISO 21118 lumens |
| Value 15% | 93 $0.42 per lumen | 90 $0.46 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 100 Android TV with licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 40 1.6x zoom, lens shift |
| Light life 10% | 100 30,000 hour hybrid laser | 22 7,500 hour lamp |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 76 18 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Independent measurements
Dangbei MP1 Max
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProjectorCentral | 3,084 lm | 35 ms | - | 3,084 ANSI lumens in Game mode, High Performance power (2,751 Standard, 1,924 Eco). Input lag 35 ms at 1080p/60 and 4K/60 in Game mode. |
Epson Home Cinema 2350
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProjectorCentral | 2,875 lm | 18 ms | - | 2,875 ANSI lumens in Dynamic mode at High lamp power (2,404 Standard, 1,951 Low). Input lag 18 ms at 1080p/120, 19 ms at 4K/60, 26 ms at 1080p/60. |
Specifications
| Dangbei MP1 Max | Epson Home Cinema 2350 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 3,100 ISO | 2,800 ISO 21118 |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | DLP | 3LCD |
| Light source | hybrid laser | lamp |
| Light source life | 30,000 hours | 7,500 hours |
| HDR | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | 110% BT.2020 | - |
| Dynamic contrast | - | 35,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) | Standard throw (1.3:1) |
| Largest image | 300 in | 500 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | No |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | No |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | No |
| Optical zoom | None | 1.6x |
| Lens shift | - | Vertical |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Android TV, licensed Netflix |
| Input lag | - | 18 ms |
| Top refresh rate | 240 Hz | 120 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| eARC | Yes | No |
| Speakers | 24 W | 10 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 24 dB | 36 dB |
| Power | 190 W | 316 W |
| Dimensions | 11.65 x 9.06 x 9.71 in (W x D x H) | 13.1 x 10.9 x 4.8 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 12.4 lb | 9 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-06-24 | 2022-09-22 |