The cheapest way to get a picture on a bedroom wall in the dark, for kids or casual viewing. Its 720p panel and low brightness put it well behind any native 1080p projector.
Amazon $49.97 eBayThe Magcubic HY300 Pro is the better projector overall, rated 2.9 to 2.4. The Magcubic HY300 Pro leads on streaming and brightness.
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A cheap mini projector for occasional use with a streaming stick in a dark room. Its specs are too thin to compare with better documented models.
Amazon $49.99 eBayWhich should you buy?
- Choose the Magcubic HY300 Pro for streaming (Android, no licensed Netflix vs no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick) and brightness (200 ANSI lumens vs no ANSI or ISO brightness rating).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every under 1080p projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Magcubic HY300 Pro | Tecaki X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.9/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 9 200 ANSI lumens | 0 no ANSI or ISO brightness rating |
| Value 15% | 88 $0.25 per lumen | 50 no rated brightness (neutral score used) |
| Resolution 10% | 30 1280 x 720 native, below 1080p | 50 native resolution not published (neutral score used) |
| Streaming 15% | 50 Android, no licensed Netflix | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 30 Auto keystone | 30 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% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Independent measurements
Magcubic HY300 Pro
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| androidpctv | - | - | - | Fan noise 54 dBA measured close to the projector (32 dBA claimed); Netflix limited to SD under Widevine L3 |
Tecaki X3
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Magcubic HY300 Pro | Tecaki X3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 200 ANSI | - |
| Native resolution | 1280 x 720 (720p) | - |
| Picture resolution | 720p | - |
| Display | LCD | - |
| Light source | LED | - |
| Dynamic contrast | 8,000:1 | - |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw | Standard throw |
| Largest image | 135 in | - |
| Autofocus | No | - |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Optical zoom | None | - |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Android, no licensed Netflix | None |
| Speakers | 5 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Power | 24 W | - |
| Dimensions | 3.7 in diameter x 6.2 in | 4.3 x 4.3 x 6.7 in |
| Weight | 0.8 lb | - |
| Warranty | 1 years | - |
| Released | 2025-04 | - |
