XGIMI Halo+ (New)
#12 in 1080p and underFull review
A battery powered portable for camping trips and movie nights anywhere in the house, with Google TV and automatic setup. Its picture needs a dark room.
Amazon $449$449
The XGIMI Halo+ (New) is the better projector overall, rated 3.8 to 2.9. The XGIMI Halo+ (New) leads on brightness, streaming and resolution. The Magcubic HY300 Pro wins on value. The Magcubic HY300 Pro costs $399.03 less ($49.97 vs $449).
Magcubic HY300 Pro
#76 in 1080p and underFull review
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$49.97
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 Halo+ (New) for brightness (700 ISO lumens vs 200 ANSI lumens), streaming (Google TV with licensed Netflix vs Android, no licensed Netflix) and resolution (1920 x 1080 native vs 1280 x 720 native, below 1080p).
- Choose the Magcubic HY300 Pro for value ($0.25 per lumen vs $0.64 per lumen).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 1080p and under projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | XGIMI Halo+ (New) | Magcubic HY300 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 49 700 ISO lumens | 9 200 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 42 $0.64 per lumen | 88 $0.25 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 30 1280 x 720 native, below 1080p |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 50 Android, no licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 30 Auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 25,000 hour LED | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) |
| Gaming 10% | 55 27 ms input lag | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Independent measurements
XGIMI Halo+ (New)
No independent test published yet.
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 |
Specifications
| XGIMI Halo+ (New) | Magcubic HY300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 700 ISO | 200 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1280 x 720 (720p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 720p |
| Display | DLP | LCD |
| Light source | LED | LED |
| Light source life | 25,000 hours | - |
| Dynamic contrast | - | 8,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) | Standard throw |
| Largest image | 200 in | 135 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | - |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | - |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Android, no licensed Netflix |
| Input lag | 27 ms | - |
| HDMI ports | 1 | - |
| Speakers | 10 W | 5 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | 2.5 hours | None |
| Power | - | 24 W |
| Dimensions | 6.75 x 4.47 x 5.71 in | 3.7 in diameter x 6.2 in |
| Weight | 3.5 lb | 0.8 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Released | 2024-09 | 2025-04 |