Lyncast X3
#23 in Native 1080pFull review
A cheap native 1080p projector for small bedrooms and dorms, where its short throw lens helps. Its specs come only from the listing.
Amazon $79.99 eBay$79.99
The Lyncast X3 is the better projector overall, rated 3.7 to 2.9. The Lyncast X3 leads on brightness, streaming and setup. The PANSEBA HI-04 wins on warranty. The PANSEBA HI-04 costs $10 less ($69.99 vs $79.99).
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PANSEBA HI-04
#92 in Native 1080pFull review
A cheap plug-in projector for phone mirroring and movie nights in the dark. With no brightness rating it is a gamble next to a rated native 1080p model.
Amazon $69.99 eBay$69.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Lyncast X3 for brightness (600 ANSI lumens vs no ANSI or ISO brightness rating), streaming (Android TV, no licensed Netflix vs no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick) and setup (Autofocus, auto keystone vs Auto keystone).
- Choose the PANSEBA HI-04 for warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every native 1080p projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Lyncast X3 | PANSEBA HI-04 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 44 600 ANSI lumens | 0 no ANSI or ISO brightness rating |
| Value 15% | 100 $0.13 per lumen | 50 no rated brightness (neutral score used) |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 50 Android TV, no licensed Netflix | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 30 Auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) | 100 50,000 hour LED |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 50 2-year warranty | 100 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Lyncast X3 | PANSEBA HI-04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 600 ANSI | - |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Light source | - | LED |
| Light source life | - | 50,000 hours |
| HDR | HDR10 | - |
| Dynamic contrast | - | 10,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Short throw (0.8:1) | Standard throw |
| Largest image | 130 in | 200 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Optical zoom | None | - |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Android TV | None |
| HDMI ports | 1 | - |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Dimensions | 3.9 x 3.9 x 6.7 in | 7.28 x 5.98 x 2.95 in |
| Weight | 1.4 lb | 3 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |