O.B.E M3
A cheap native 1080p Google TV projector for a dim bedroom, with streaming built in. Its specs come only from the listing.
Amazon $94.98$94.98
The O.B.E M3 is the better projector overall, rated 4.1 to 3.3. The O.B.E M3 leads on value, warranty and resolution. The O.B.E M3 costs $304.02 less ($94.98 vs $399).
XGIMI MoGo 4
#49 in 1080p and underFull review
The pick among battery projectors for gaming and travel, with low input lag and Google TV in a very small body.
Amazon $399$399
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 O.B.E M3 for value ($0.19 per lumen vs $0.89 per lumen), warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and resolution (1920 x 1080 native vs 960 x 540 native, pixel shift to 1080p).
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 | O.B.E M3 | XGIMI MoGo 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 38 500 ISO lumens | 35 450 ISO 21118 lumens |
| Value 15% | 95 $0.19 per lumen | 13 $0.89 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 70 960 x 540 native, pixel shift to 1080p |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 20,000 hour LED | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 71 20 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 100 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Independent measurements
O.B.E M3
No independent test published yet.
XGIMI MoGo 4
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProjectorCentral | 404 lm | 22.1 ms | - | Movie and Game picture modes in Performance power mode, 9 point average; Standard power mode measured about 260 to 270. Lag at 1080p/60 in Game mode with Game Mode on. |
Specifications
| O.B.E M3 | XGIMI MoGo 4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 500 ISO | 450 ISO 21118 |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 960 x 540 |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p (pixel shift from 960 x 540) |
| Display | - | DLP |
| Light source | LED | LED |
| Light source life | 20,000 hours | - |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Color gamut | 99% NTSC | 90% DCI-P3 |
| Dynamic contrast | 10,000:1 | - |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) |
| Largest image | 120 in | 200 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | - | No |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | No |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Google TV, licensed Netflix |
| Input lag | - | 20 ms |
| Top refresh rate | - | 60 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 1 | 1 |
| eARC | - | No |
| Speakers | - | 12 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | 2.5 hours |
| Fan noise | 26 dB | 28 dB |
| Power | - | 65 W |
| Dimensions | 7.3 x 5.8 x 8.2 in | 8.2 x 3.8 x 3.8 in |
| Weight | 2.6 lb | 2.9 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 years |
| Released | - | 2025-06-12 |