O.B.E M3
#3 in Native 1080pFull review
A cheap native 1080p Google TV projector for a dim bedroom, with streaming built in. Its specs come only from the listing.
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The O.B.E M3 is the better projector overall, rated 4.1 to 2.8. The O.B.E M3 leads on streaming and brightness.
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Roconia Q5
#96 in Native 1080pFull review
A budget plug-in native 1080p projector with plenty of inputs, for movie nights with a streaming stick. With no brightness rating it is hard to compare with rated models.
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Which should you buy?
- Choose the O.B.E M3 for streaming (Google TV with licensed Netflix vs no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick) and brightness (500 ISO 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 native 1080p projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | O.B.E M3 | Roconia Q5 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 38 500 ISO lumens | 0 no ANSI or ISO brightness rating |
| Value 15% | 87 $0.26 per lumen | 50 no rated brightness (neutral score used) |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 50 setup features not stated (neutral score used) |
| Light life 10% | 100 20,000 hour LED | 100 100,000 hour LED |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 100 3-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| O.B.E M3 | Roconia Q5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 500 ISO | - |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Light source | LED | LED |
| Light source life | 20,000 hours | 100,000 hours |
| HDR | HDR10 | - |
| Color gamut | 99% NTSC | - |
| Dynamic contrast | 10,000:1 | 10,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw | Standard throw |
| Largest image | 120 in | 300 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | - |
| Auto keystone | Yes | - |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | - |
| Optical zoom | None | - |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | None |
| HDMI ports | 1 | 2 |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 26 dB | - |
| Dimensions | 7.3 x 5.8 x 8.2 in | - |
| Weight | 2.6 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | - |