Dangbei MP1 Max

Last updated: October 29, 2026

Dangbei MP1 Max
4.4/5#9 of 24 in 4K projectors
4.4

A bright, self-adjusting smart 4K projector for a living room, best for movies and TV rather than fast games.

  • 3,100 ISOBrightness
  • 1920 x 1080 (1080p)Native resolution
  • hybrid laserLight source
  • Google TV, licensed NetflixStreaming
Check price at Amazon$1,299

Price checked October 29, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

Pros
  • Bright for a lifestyle projector, near its rating in testing
  • Built-in gimbal stand aims it at a wall or ceiling without a mount
  • Sets itself up: autofocus, keystone, screen fit and obstacle avoidance
  • Google TV with licensed Netflix and eARC
Cons
  • Measured input lag of 35 ms is slow for competitive games
  • No optical zoom or lens shift
  • Only a one-year warranty

How it scores

The rating comes from 8 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.

Independent measurements

Brightness, input lag and contrast measured by independent reviewers.

Tested byBrightnessInput lagContrastConditions
ProjectorCentral3,084 lm35 ms-3,084 ANSI lumens in Game mode, High Performance power (2,751 Standard, 1,924 Eco). Input lag 35 ms at 1080p/60 and 4K/60 in Game mode.

Specifications

Model numberDBOX03
Picture
Brightness3,100 ISO
Native resolution1920 x 1080 (1080p)
Picture resolution4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080)
DisplayDLP
Light sourcehybrid laser
Light source life30,000 hours
HDRHDR10+, HDR10, HLG
Color gamut110% BT.2020
Placement
ThrowStandard throw (1.2:1)
Largest image300 in
AutofocusYes
Auto keystoneYes
Obstacle avoidanceYes
Auto screen fitYes
Optical zoomNone
Streaming and gaming
Built-in appsGoogle TV, licensed Netflix
Top refresh rate240 Hz
HDMI ports2
eARCYes
Speakers24 W
Build
BatteryNone
Fan noise24 dB
Power190 W
Dimensions11.65 x 9.06 x 9.71 in (W x D x H)
Weight12.4 lb
Warranty1 years
Released2025-06-24

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