Best Video Projectors Spotlights the Best Standard-Throw, Long-Throw, Short-Throw and Ultra-Short-Throw Projectors (UST Projectors)

Aurzen

Boom Air

Boom Air

Aurzen Boom Air Projector

$299

https://amzn.to/4qbYfPg

Affordably priced Google TV projector with a separate add-on AuroraBeam Lens delivering a huge image.

Long-Throw Projector

2025-08

Google TV

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Google Assistant built-in

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2 GB

16 GB

1920x1080

LCD

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LED

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300 ANSI lumens

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40% NTSC

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1.28:1

500:1

Electric focus

Automatic keystone correction

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HDR 10

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Dolby Audio

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Bluetooth speaker mode

≤26.5 decibels

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1 x 10-watt speaker

HDMI x 1

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3.5-millimeter audio output

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USB Type-A x 1

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Wi-Fi dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5GHz

Bluetooth

Google Chromecast + Screen Mirroring

AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz

65 watts

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USB-C charging

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Remote control with voice control

110-degree gimbal

4.5 x 4.1 x 10.6 inches (115 x 103 x 270 millimeters)

2.71 pounds (1.23 kilograms)

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1-year limited warranty

Dangbei

Freedo

DBOD03

Dangbei Freedo (DBOD03) Projector

$599

https://amzn.to/4jLO96n

A true portable Google TV projector with built-in battery, this little guy can be taken from room to room to outside.

Long-Throw Projector

2025-01

Google TV

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Google Assistant built-in

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2 GB

16 GB

1920x1080

DLP

0.23-inch DMD

LED

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30,000 hours

40 inches to 180 inches (60 inches to 100 inches recommended)

450 ISO lumens

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>90% DCI-P3

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124% Rec.709

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1.2:1

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Electric focus

Automatic keystone correction. +/–30 degrees.

Warping correction

50 to 100%

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HDR 10

HLG

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Eye safety

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Dolby Digital + Dolby Digital Plus

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Bluetooth speaker mode

Standard mode: <24 decibels at 25 degrees Celsius from 1 meter in distance

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2 x 6-watt speakers (360-degree sound)

HDMI 2.1 x 1

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ARC

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USB 2.0 Type-A x 1 (peripherals)

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Wi-Fi 6

Bluetooth 5.1

Google Chromecast + Screen Mirroring

65 watts (20V, 3.25A)

≤ 55 watts

≈60Wh

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Remote control with voice control

165-degree gimbal. –30 degrees to +135 degrees.

5.16 x 4.29 x 9.4 inches (131 x 109 x 239 millimeters)

3.08 pounds (1.4 kilograms)

32 degrees Fahreheit to 95 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius to 35 degrees Celsius)

1-year limited warranty

Hisense

M2 Pro

M2 Pro

Hisense M2 Pro Projector

$1,299

https://amzn.to/44iCFQO

Outstanding Dolby Vision-capable picture at an excellent price.

Long-Throw Projector

2025-06

VIDAA OS

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Apple Home

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3840x2160

DLP

0.47-inch DMD

RGB triple laser

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25,000 hours

65 inches to 200 inches

1,300 ANSI lumens

Full HD 3D

110% BT.2020

151%

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1.0 to 1.3:1

1,000:1

Electric focus

Automatic keystone correction

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Digital zoom

1 to 1.3

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Dolby Vision

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HDR 10

HLG

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Laser outlet blocked detection

Eye safety

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Dolby Digital

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DTS Virtual:X

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2 x 10-watt speakers

HDMI 2.1 (ALLM) x 1

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eARC

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USB 3.0 x 1

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WiFi 5E | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth 5.0

Apple AirPlay

Power supply:100-120V. 60/50Hz. Max 1.6A. Power input: 19VDC, 5.26A.

100 watts

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< 0.5 watts

Remote control with voice control and backlight

360-degree gimbal

7.6 x 8.6 x 9.1 inches (193 x 218 x 231 millimeters)

8.6 pounds (3.9 kilograms)

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1-year limited warranty

JMGO

N3 Ultimate

N3 Ultimate

JMGO N3 Ultimate Projector

$2,999

https://amzn.to/49gxAv3

JMGO pushes the envelope again with brightness, optical zoom and gimbal movement controlled by remote control.

Long-Throw Projector

2026-04

Google TV

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Google Assistant built-in

MT9679

4 GB

64 GB

3840x2160

DLP

0.47-inch DMD

RGB triple laser

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40 inches to 300 inches

5,800 ISO lumens

4K Blu-ray 3D

110% BT.2020

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1 millisecond

0.88 to 1.7:1

20,000:1 FOFO contrast 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast

Electric focus

Automatic keystone correction

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Digital zoom

0.88 to 1.7

Horizontal: ± 53 degrees Vertical: ± 130 degrees

Dolby Vision

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HDR 10

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MEMC

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Laser outlet blocked detection

Eye safety

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Dolby Audio

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<26 decibels

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2 x 12.5-watt speakers

HMDI 2.1 x 2

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eARC

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USB 3.0 x 1

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Wi-Fi 6

Bluetooth 5.2

Google Chromecast + Screen Mirroring

AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz

300 watts

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Remote control with voice control

360-degree horizontal gimbal. 150-degree vertical gimbal. Motorized gimbal controlled via remote control.

12.14 x 9.05 x 10.79 inches (308.3 x 229.85 x 274.13 millimeters)

15.32 pounds (6.95 kilograms)

32 degrees Fahreheit to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius to 40 degrees Celsius)

1-year limited warranty

TCL

A1s

A1s

TCL A1s Projector

$399

https://amzn.to/3TbWgj7

For an affordable projector, this model puts out a bright and colorful image with punchy stereo sound.

Long-Throw Projector

2025-08

Google TV

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Google Assistant built-in

MT9630

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1920x1080

LCD

4.45-inch LCD

LED

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30,000 hours

45 inches to 150 inches

600 ISO lumens

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1.25:1

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Electric focus

Automatic keystone correction

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50 to 100%

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HDR 10

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Eye safety

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Dolby Audio

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≤30 decibels

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2 x 8-watt speakers

HDMI x 1

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3.5-millimeter audio output

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USB 2.0 x 1

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WiFi 5

Bluetooth 5.1

Google Chromecast + Screen Mirroring

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120 watts

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Remote control with voice control

15-degree angle adjustment with slide stand

7.53 x 5.04 x 10.38 inches (191.3 x 128.1 x 263.6 millimeters)

5.7 pounds (2.57 kilograms)

32 degrees Fahreheit to 104 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degrees Celsius to 40 degrees Celsius)

2-year limited warranty

TCL

C1

C1

TCL C1 Projector

$249

https://amzn.to/3Z0tZMg

The perfect affordable 1080p point-at-ceiling bedroom projector and great for family movie nights.

Long-Throw Projector

2025-11

Google TV

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Google Assistant built-in

MT9630

2 GB

16 GB

1920x1080

LCD

3-inch LCD

LED

High-transmittance coated lens

30,000 hours

40 inches to 120 inches

230 ISO lumens

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1.27:1

1,500:1

Electric focus

Automatic keystone correction

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50 to 100%

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Eye safety

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Dolby Audio

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≤30 decibels

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1 x 8-watt speaker

HDMI x 1

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3.5-millimeter audio output

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USB x 1

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2.4G/5G | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth 5.1

Google Chromecast + Screen Mirroring

AC 110–240V, 50/60Hz

65 watts

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Remote control with voice control

285-degree gimbal

5.45 x 5.72 x 9.08 inches (138.4 x 145.2 x 230.7 millimeters)

3.9 pounds (1.77 kilograms)

–22 degrees Fahreheit to 131 degrees Fahrenheit (–30 degrees Celsius to 55 degrees Celsius)

2-year limited warranty

Magcubic

HY310X

HY310X

Magcubic HY310X Projector

$175

https://amzn.to/4pX88kz

Basement-level price for an innovative projector with an 0.8:1 throw ratio. Perfect as a starter projector, for kids or for families for occasional use.

Short-Throw Projector

2025-03

Android 11

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Allwinner H726

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1920x1080

LCD

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LED

Dual-sided coated lens

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60 inches to 150 inches

420 ANSI lumens

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0.8:1

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Electric focus

Automatic vertical keystone + manual 4-point keystone correction

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80 to 100%

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1 x 5-watt speaker

HDMI x 1

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3.5-millimeter audio output

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USB Type-A x 1 (peripherals)

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WiFi 6

Bluetooth 5.2

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Remote control

180-degree gimbal

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1.1 pounds (0.5 kilograms)

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— for purchases outside Magcubic.com

Magcubic

HY450NTV

HY450NTV

Magcubic HY450NTV Projector

$245

https://amzn.to/3Ymsojw

Get a big picture in a space-cramped location with this projector, featuring an innovative 0.6:1 throw ratio.

Short-Throw Projector

2024-10

Android 11 (Whale OS)

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Allwinner H716

2 GB

32 GB

1920x1080

LCD

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LED

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40 inches to 200 inches

700 ANSI lumens

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0.6:1

10,000:1

Electric focus

Automatic horizontal keystone

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50 to 100%

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2 x 5-watt speakers

HDMI 1.4 x 1

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3.5-millimeter audio output

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USB Type-A x 1 (peripherals)

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WiFi 6

Bluetooth 5.4

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Remote control

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11.6 x 5.7 x 5.78 inches (294.6 x 144.8 x 146.81 millimeters)

6.1 pounds (2.78 kilograms)

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— for purchases outside Magcubic.com

XGIMI

Mogo 4

WK08K

XGIMI Mogo 4 (WK08K) Projector

$499

https://amzn.to/4bhYJiW

A battery-powered option for home, yard and travel use that includes the Google TV operating system.

Long-Throw Projector

2025-06

Google TV

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Google Assistant built-in

CA53x4 1.15GHz

2 GB

32 GB

1920x1080

DLP

0.23-inch DMD

LED

High light transmission coated lens

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40 inches to 200 inches

450 ISO lumens

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90%

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1.2:1

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Electric focus

Automatic keystone correction

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50 to 100%

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Yes (Google TV only. 1. HDR 10 is not supported when HDMI is connected.)

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Eye safety

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Dolby Audio

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Bluetooth speaker mode

≤28 decibels from 1 meter in distance

Harman Kardon

2 x 6-watt speakers

HDMI x 1

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ARC

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USB Type-C x 1 (charging interface, supporting PD 3.0 protocol) + USB Type-A x 1 (peripherals)

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WiFi 5

Bluetooth 5.1/BLE

Google Chromecast

AC100-240V, 50/60Hz

65W

71.28 Wh capacity. Up to 2.5 hours of video playtime on eco mode. Up to 6 hours of music playtime.

USB-C charging. Supports PD3.0 protocol.

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Remote control with voice control

360-degree gimbal

8.2 x 3.8 x 3.8 inches (207.6 x 96.5 x 96.5 millimeters)

2.9 pounds (1.31 kilograms)

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1-year limited warranty

XGIMI

Mogo 4 Laser

WK03K

XGIMI Mogo 4 Laser (WK03K) Projector

$799

https://amzn.to/4a13efC

The Ferrari of portable battery-powered 1080p projectors, this laser version, also with Google TV, boasts a wide color gamut for saturated lifelike images.

Long-Throw Projector

2025-06

Google TV

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Google Assistant built-in

CA53x4 1.15GHz

2 GB

32 GB

1920x1080

DLP

0.23-inch DMD

Laser

High light transmission coated lens

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40 inches to 200 inches

550 ISO lumens

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110% BT.2020

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1.2:1

1,000:1

Electric focus

Automatic keystone correction

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50 to 100%

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Yes (Google TV only. 1. HDR 10 is not supported when HDMI is connected.)

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Eye safety

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Dolby Audio

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Bluetooth speaker mode

≤28 decibels from 1 meter in distance

Harman Kardon

2 x 6-watt speakers

HDMI x 1

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ARC

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USB Type-C x 1 (charging interface, supporting PD 3.0 protocol) + USB Type-A x 1 (peripherals)

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WiFi 5 dual-band 2.4 and 5GHz, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

Bluetooth 5.1/BLE

Google Chromecast

AC100-240V, 50/60Hz

65W

71.28 Wh capacity. Up to 2.5 hours of video playtime on eco mode. Up to 6 hours of music playtime.

USB-C charging. Supports PD3.0 protocol.

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Remote control with voice control

360-degree gimbal

8.2 x 3.8 x 3.8 inches (207.6 x 96.5 x 96.5 millimeters)

2.9 pounds (1.32 kilograms)

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1-year limited warranty