Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector, specifications and price

Xiaomi has in its ecosystem the My Smart Compact Projector, a small LED projector that offers a FHD resolution and Android TV 9, putting it well above other mini projectors in terms of features, but in exchange higher price.

The Mi Smart Compact Projector offers true FHD resolution, 500 ANSI lumens brightness, built-in speakers,wireless connectivity (WiFi + Bluetooth) and even allows you to use Google Assistant.

Although it is common to see mini LED projectors in online stores for very reasonable prices (around 100 euros or less), Xiaomi's bet points higher technically, and in a small size it offers a hardware to enjoy movies, series and other content with considerable quality.

The screen size offered by Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector goes from 60 to 120 inches, but it is not short throw, so we will need a large room to take advantage of it. Thanks to the use of LEDs, the lamp offers a generous 30,000 hours of use

Android TV 9.0 will allow us to enjoy a lot of content directly in streaming, as Netflix, HBO and Disney+, among others, have apps for The operating system. Otherwise, the rear HDMI port will allow you to connect other devices.

Dimensions of 15 x 15 x 11.5 cm there is room for a stereo speaker integrated, although the Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector does not have a battery. Given the high consumption of the projectors, it would not be very useful, as it would run out soon, so we must always have the equipment connected to the electrical network.

My Smart Compact Projector Specifications

If we take a look at the technical sheet of the Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector we see a complete team, which will even serve as the main screen if we're not interested in 4K and we have a flat wall in a room without much light. These are its characteristics:

1. Resolution: FHD LED with HDR10 support and autofocus.
2. Brightness: 500 ANSI lumens (quad LED RGB + BP), with up to 30,000 hours of life.
3. Image size: between 60 and 120 inches.
4. Audio: Built-in stereo speakers with Dolby sound.
5. Connectivity: WiFi dual band and Bluetooth.
6. Ports: HDMI, USB and 3.5mm jack.
7. Extras: Integrated Google Assistant and use as a Bluetooth speaker.
8. Operating system: Android TV 9 (includes remote control).
9. Size and weight: 150 x 150 x 115 mm and 1.3 kg.

My Smart Compact Projector, availability and price

The price of the Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector for Spain is 699 euros, a price below the Mi Laser Projector 150", and that it is quite competitive in its segment.

And we are not talking about a projector that competes with the "low cost" models that have become popular in import stores, often without even reaching HD resolution, but about a more complete and suitable for day to day.

In general, projectors are more expensive than televisions with similar features, but whoever prefers that feeling of "home theater" will find in the Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector a quite interesting option due to size, image quality and connectivity, with a price that does not skyrocket excessively.

What do you think of the Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector? Do you think it's a good option to watch movies and series in the living room, or do you prefer a conventional TV?