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Epson EF-12

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Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"

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Epson EF-12 vs Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"

Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"

Why is Epson EF-12 better than Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"?

  • 833.33x higher static contrast ratio
    ?

    2500000:1vs3000:1
  • 5 dB quieter
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    27 dBvs32 dB
  • Has motorized zoom
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  • 2x higher refresh rate
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    240Hzvs120Hz
  • 1 more USB ports
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    2vs1
  • 198W lower power consumption on operation
    ?

    102W vs300W
  • 235 mm narrower
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    175 mmvs410 mm
  • 116 mm thinner
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    175 mmvs291 mm

Why is Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150" better than Epson EF-12?

  • 600 lumens brighter light output
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    1600 lumensvs1000 lumens
  • Higher output resolution
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    4Kvs1080p
  • Supports Wi-Fi
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  • 1 more HDMI ports
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    3vs2
  • 89.47% shorter minimum throw distance
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    0.14 mvs1.33 m
  • Has S/PDIF Out port
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  • 72.5W lower power consumption on standby
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    0.5W vs73W
  • Supports HDR10
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General info

lamp life

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25000 h

This shows the lifespan of the light source. Projectors need to have their lamps (light source) replaced every now and then.
audible noise

27 dB

32 dB

Audible noise is the noise that a device produces while in operation. Reduced audible noise improves quality.
has laser light source
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
Laser projectors have a much longer lamp life compared to traditional bulb projectors. The brightness and color reproduction also stays the same, whereas the brightness of bulb projectors can slowly degrade over time.
audible noise (eco)

22 dB

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Audible noise is the noise that a device produces while in use. Some devices have an eco mode for quieter operation.
How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
Battery life

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The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
lamp life (eco mode)

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This is the lifespan of the light source when using the projector in eco mode.
width

175 mm

410 mm

The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height

135 mm

88 mm

The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.

Projection quality

ANSI lumens

1000 lumens

1600 lumens

The light projected by the device is brighter, i.e. it has a higher ANSI lumens measurement.
The resolution represents the amount of pixels that make up the image. It is a key indicator of image quality, with higher resolutions providing sharper and more detailed images.
contrast ratio

2500000:1

3000:1

Contrast ratio is the visual distance between the lightest and the darkest colors that may be reproduced on the display. A high contrast ratio is desired, resulting in richer dark colors and more distinctive color gradation.
response time

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Response time is how long it takes for a display to change the state of pixels, in order to show new content. The less time it takes to respond, the less likely it is to blur fast-changing images.
has motorized focus
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
You can control the focus remotely, ensuring that the image stays crisp and clear.
displays 3D with glasses
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
It supports displaying 3D images from devices such as a 3D-compatible Blu-ray player, allowing you to watch films in 3D when using suitable glasses.
The maximum size of image that a device can project without compromising quality.
has motorized zoom
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
Motorized or power zoom lenses allow the user to remotely press a switch, for example on a remote control, causing the projector to automatically zoom in or out and correct the size of the image.
zoom ratio

1:1

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A projector zoom allows you to increase or decrease the size of the projected image without moving the projector. The most common zoom ratio among today's projectors is 1.2, which means you can vary the image size by 20% by simply adjusting the zoom lens.

Connectivity

More HDMI ports mean that you can simultaneously connect numerous devices, such as video game consoles and set-top boxes.
has AirPlay
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
AirPlay allows wireless connection of Apple devices with external screens or speakers. You may stream computer screen, video and music from iOS devices, play games like on consoles or present your slideshows easily on your TV.
Has Bluetooth
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
Bluetooth is a wireless technology that allows you to easily transfer data between different devices, such as smartphones, tablets and computers.
supports Wi-Fi
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
The device can connect to Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version

Epson EF-12: Not applicable

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The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices.
has Chromecast built-in
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
Chromecast built-in is a technology that allows users to stream entertainment and apps from their phone, tablet, or laptop, straight to the Chromecast-enabled device.
has a VGA connector
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
VGA connector is a widespread connector and is found on many video cards, computer monitors, and some television sets.
Bluetooth version

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Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Features

has stereo speakers
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has lens shift (vertical)
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
If the projector is not perpendicular to the projection surface, it will distort the image. Vertical lens shift allows you to correct this distortion so that you can place the projector below or above the projected image (e.g. mounting the projector to the ceiling).
has lens shift (horizontal)
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
If the projector is not perpendicular to the projection surface, it will distort the image. Horizontal lens shift allows you to correct this distortion so that you can place the projector to the left or right of the projected image.
has a remote control
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
A remote control allows you to control the device remotely. The remote control can be included or optional.
has built-in smart TV
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
Devices with built-in smart TV features (such as Android TV or webOS) allow you to access popular streaming apps without the need to purchase/connect a separate smart TV device.
audio input ports

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More audio input ports mean that more audio devices such as microphones and keyboards can be connected at once.
audio output power

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2 x 15W

Audio output power is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts. High audio output power results in loud, clear sounds.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has a sleep timer
Epson EF-12
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150"
A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.

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