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 3.6. The XGIMI Halo+ (New) leads on streaming. The Magcubic HY350GT wins on value. The Magcubic HY350GT costs $329.01 less ($119.99 vs $449).
Magcubic HY350GT
#17 in 1080p and underFull review
A cheap native 1080p projector that sets itself up, for a bedroom or dim living room. The bundled Google TV stick covers streaming, at the cost of its only HDMI port.
Amazon $119.99$119.99
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 XGIMI Halo+ (New) for streaming (Google TV with licensed Netflix vs Android, no licensed Netflix).
- Choose the Magcubic HY350GT for value ($0.18 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 HY350GT |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 49 700 ISO lumens | 47 650 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 42 $0.64 per lumen | 96 $0.18 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 50 Android, no licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 60 Autofocus, 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 |
Specifications
| XGIMI Halo+ (New) | Magcubic HY350GT | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 700 ISO | 650 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Display | DLP | LCD |
| Light source | LED | LED |
| Light source life | 25,000 hours | - |
| HDR | - | HDR10+ |
| Native contrast | - | 2,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast | - | 10,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) | Standard throw (1:1) |
| Largest image | 200 in | 140 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | 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 | 1 |
| Speakers | 10 W | 15 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | 2.5 hours | None |
| Dimensions | 6.75 x 4.47 x 5.71 in | 7.2 x 8.8 x 4.4 in |
| Weight | 3.5 lb | 3.1 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Released | 2024-09 | 2025-12 |