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Magcubic HY350 Max Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:900Throw ratio:1:1Lamp life:30000 hours

Magcubic HY350 Max Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Magcubic HY350 Max
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
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90%

6.7

Technical score

10%

9.1

User score

â–²Better than 66% of projectors
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
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70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

★Better than 98%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
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Score components

42%

6.4

Image Quality

22%

6.5

Projection & Lens

12%

6.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.5

Audio & Features

8%

6.4

Connectivity

6%

6.0

Design & Power

â–²Better than 59%
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 94%
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What owners say about the Magcubic HY350 Max

Based on 165 owners sharing their experience in online comments

20%positive32%mixed48%negative

Owners praise the bright, sharp picture and low price, while recurring dust, Bluetooth audio trouble, and early failures cause frustration.

What owners dislike

  • Sound lags behind the picture when using Bluetooth speakers or a Fire TV stick; owners say an HDMI audio splitter or firmware update did not fully fix it.23
  • White dots or spots appear on the picture after a few days or weeks, which owners say is dust inside the lens; owners say cleaning it is hard.16
  • Some units switch off after a few minutes, fail to power on, or get stuck on the boot screen, often after a firmware update.16
  • Streaming apps lag, lack quality, or fail15
  • Some owners cannot get a picture or sound over HDMI or USB, and a Roku stick or other USB device can reboot or stop working.11
  • Image is sharp only within about 2 metres of the screen; beyond that the edges blur and the focus does not hold.9
  • Blue light streaks and glow appear around white text on black backgrounds, most visible in dark scenes.8
  • Remote is basic, with only power buttons on some versions and no Bluetooth, which owners say limits navigation.7
  • Wi-Fi connection drops or stays slow, so streaming and internet browsing run poorly.4
  • Red and skin tones look orange or brown, and some owners see blotchy colours or oversaturated grass in sports.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Projectors model ranking

Ranked #212 of 878 models in Projectors (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of projector Magcubic HY350 Max

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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42%

6.4

Image Quality

22%

6.5

Projection & Lens

12%

6.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.5

Audio & Features

8%

6.4

Connectivity

6%

6.0

Design & Power

6.7
User score
User score
9.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.1
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
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Popularity:
Magcubic HY350 Max has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 89.3% of projectors.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.9
ANSI lumens
900
This projector reaches 900 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 70.5% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
20,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 20000:1, higher than 59.1% of projectors and equal to 3.9% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 59.7% of projectors.
Output Resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
LCD
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Throw ratio
1:1
Min throw distance
?
Max projection size
150 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 150 inch, smaller than 67.7% of projectors and equal to 10% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
60 ms
This projector has input lag of 60 ms, higher than 86.1% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not support ALLM. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
?
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N. of HDMI ports
1
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 41.6% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), more modern than 84.6% of projectors and equal to 13.4% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5.4
This projector supports Bluetooth 5.4, more modern than 98.1% of projectors and equal to 1.9% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Android-based smart OS.
Operating system
Android 14
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Android 14
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.9% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
TR Screen app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
30,000 hours
This projector offers lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 25.3% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
?
Operating power consumption
?
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Magcubic HY350 Max vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 15 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • 15 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 3x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (30 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 15W.
    30 W vs 10 W
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This projector supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    TR Screen app.
  • 8.11x cheaper
    Magcubic HY350 Max is cheaper than the average projector (£95 vs £770).
    £95 vs £770
  • 13.2% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average projector
    Magcubic HY350 Max has a higher user score than the average projector (9.05 vs 8.000).
    9.05 vs 8
  • 20.8% better value for money
    Magcubic HY350 Max has a higher value-for-money score than the average projector (7.86 vs 6.5).
    7.86 vs 6.51
  • 2.05x more popular
    Magcubic HY350 Max has a higher popularity than the average projector (10 vs 4.9).
    10 vs 4.87
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (20000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    20,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 15 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 15 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    2.1 vs 2.0
  • High HDMI input format
    This projector supports a more capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (8K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    8K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This projector has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • Modern Wi-Fi standard
    This projector supports a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average projector (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average projector supports Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • 3x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (30 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 15W.
    30 W vs 10 W
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This projector supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    TR Screen app.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Voice remote included.
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
    Android 14
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 54.6% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1.4 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    1.408 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 59.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (900 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    900 vs 2,200
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 33 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (60 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    60 ms vs 27 ms
  • 96.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    150 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 5 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (35 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    35 dB vs 30 dB
  • 59.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (900 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    900 vs 2,200
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 96.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    150 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 33 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (60 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    60 ms vs 27 ms
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 5 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (35 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    35 dB vs 30 dB
  • 7 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (35 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    35 dB vs 28 dB
  • 2 W higher standby power
    This projector uses more standby power than the average projector (2.5 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    2.5 W vs 0.5 W
  • 65 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (192 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
    192 mm vs 127 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
HiFi Zone
≈ estimated
01/01/2026
Hands-on review · picture, sound and daily use
Verdict
Magcubic HY350 Max is a strong pick for affordable home cinema, with a sharp, colourful picture and small size.
9.0
The DIY Car Guy
≈ estimated
07/12/2025
Hands-on review · features, picture and setup
Verdict
Magcubic HY350 Max is highly recommended, the best Magcubic I have owned so far, though pricier than the cheaper models.
8.0
AuraBox 360
≈ estimated
25/10/2025
Hands-on review · unboxing, picture, sound and apps
Verdict
Magcubic HY350 Max is bright, compact and well built, a good casual pick, though it needs a firmware update and sharpness tweaks.
9.0
Jayce Ooi
≈ estimated
12/09/2025
Hands-on review · brightness, image, sound and app tests
Verdict
Magcubic HY350 Max is a solid budget Android projector, the brightest in its price range and highly recommended.
8.0
Tech Profis
≈ estimated
25/12/2025
Hands-on review · picture, gaming, Netflix and sound tests
Verdict
Magcubic HY350 Max is good for mostly watching video, with a bright image, though navigation and Netflix playback are weak.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

jayceooi.com
31/10/2025
Quick review · Budget Android projector
Verdict
The Magcubic HY350 Max is a bright budget Android LCD projector for small rooms, suited to video and casual games.
tech-profis.de
11/01/2026
Hands-on test · 1080p Android projector
Verdict
The Magcubic HY350 MAX is a bright, quick-focusing 1080p projector that suits films and casual gaming, but Netflix only streams in SD.
verificadopro.com
17/04/2026
Hands-on test · Autofocus 1080p projector
Verdict
The Magcubic HY350MAX sets itself up in seconds and its rotating stand suits bedrooms, though its remote mouse mode can feel clumsy.
siono.org
06/06/2026
Hands-on test · Mini Android projector
Verdict
The Magcubic HY350max is a compact Android 14 projector with quick autofocus and 180° rotation for bedrooms, though its fan is audible in quiet scenes.
tecnolovez.com
21/01/2026
Hands-on test · Autofocus projector
Verdict
The Magcubic HY350 MAX is a smooth, cool-running Android projector with fast auto-alignment, but its picture needs controlled lighting to look its best.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Magcubic HY350 Max

  • High brightness for its price class (rated at 900 ANSI, real-world measured at approx. 515 ANSI)
  • Convenient autofocus and automatic keystone correction features
  • Short throw ratio (1.0) allows for a large screen in small rooms
  • Competitive price-to-performance ratio for a budget 1080p projector
  • Built-in 15W speaker is louder and clearer than typical budget units
  • Quiet operation with fan noise around 40 dBA
  • Modern Android 14 interface that is generally snappy for basic apps

What customers don't like about Magcubic HY350 Max

  • Lack of Widevine L1 certification means Netflix and other apps play only in SD (480p)
  • Significant blurriness in corners and edges when the centre is in focus
  • Input lag (approx. 60-100ms) makes it unsuitable for competitive gaming
  • Hardware limitations: only 1GB RAM can cause occasional sluggishness or app crashes
  • Durability concerns, including potential for LCD 'burn spots' if run for over 3-4 hours continuously
  • Unsealed optical engine lacks a dust filter, making it prone to internal dust spots over time
  • Oversaturated green tint and lack of advanced color calibration settings

Verdict

The Magcubic HY350 Max is a compact, smart home projector featuring a native 1080P resolution with support for 4K and 8K content decoding, powered by an Allwinner H726 chipset and Android 14. Key characteristics include a brightness rating of up to 600-900 ANSI lumens, a 1.0:1 short throw ratio for screen sizes up to 140-150 inches, and a 180° rotatable design that allows for easy ceiling projection. Main pros include its '4-in-1' fully automatic setup with autofocus, 6D auto-keystone correction, obstacle avoidance, and high-speed connectivity via WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4. However, notable cons include significant input lag (over 200ms) making it unsuitable for competitive gaming, occasional corner blurriness typical of budget LCD optics, and the lack of a standard 3.5mm audio jack.

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