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Samsung SP P410M Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£440Native panel resolution:800x600ANSI lumens:170Throw ratio:1.72:1Lamp life:30000 hours

Samsung SP P410M Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Samsung SP P410M
5.0/10

Overall score

Score
5.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
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90%

4.7

Technical score

10%

7.3

User score

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6.0

Value for money

Value for money
6.0/ 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%

5.0

Overall score

30%

8.2

Price

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4.7

Technical score

Technical score
4.7/ 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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Score components

42%

4.1

Image Quality

22%

4.8

Projection & Lens

12%

4.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.4

Audio & Features

8%

3.8

Connectivity

6%

7.6

Design & Power

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7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 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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70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

4.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
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Technical Specifications of projector Samsung SP P410M

Technical score
Technical score
4.7/ 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
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Score components:

42%

4.1

Image Quality

22%

4.8

Projection & Lens

12%

4.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.4

Audio & Features

8%

3.8

Connectivity

6%

7.6

Design & Power

4.7
User score
User score
7.3/ 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%

4.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
4.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
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Popularity:
Samsung SP P410M has a popularity score of 4.3 points, which is lower than 51.7% of projectors.
4.3
Value for money
Value for money
6.0/ 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%

5.0

Overall score

30%

8.2

Price

6.0
ANSI lumens
170
This projector reaches 170 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 96.8% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
1,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1000:1, lower than 85.5% of projectors and equal to 7.8% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
800x600
This projector uses a native resolution of 800x600, lower than 97.6% of projectors and equal to 1.5% of projectors.
Output Resolution
800x600
This projector supports output resolution up to 800x600, lower than 97.8% of projectors and equal to 1.5% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.72:1
Min throw distance
0.68 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.68 m, shorter than 80.7% of projectors.
Max projection size
80 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 80 inch, smaller than 99.5% of projectors and equal to 0.2% 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
?
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
N/A
Max HDMI bandwidth
N/A
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N. of HDMI ports
0
This projector has 0 HDMI port/s, fewer than 96.9% of projectors and equal to 3.2% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not support Wi-Fi. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.2% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone 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.
LED light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 62.5% of projectors and equal to 33.2% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
49 W
This projector uses 49 W of power, less than 92.8% of projectors.
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Samsung SP P410M vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (140% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    140% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 0.35 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.7 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.68 m vs 1.025 m
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Includes RCA stereo input.
    1 vs 0
  • 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.
    LED light source life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 186 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (49 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    49 W vs 235 W
  • 0.08 inch larger DMD chip
    This projector has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.6 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.55 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 69.4% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    0.95 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (140% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    140% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 0.08 inch larger DMD chip
    This projector has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.6 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.55 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 0.35 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.7 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.68 m vs 1.025 m
  • Includes VGA
    This projector includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 45.3% of projectors include VGA input.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Includes RCA stereo input.
    1 vs 0
  • 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.
    LED light source life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 186 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (49 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    49 W vs 235 W
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    LED light source life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 69.4% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    0.95 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 2 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (28 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    28 dB vs 30 dB
  • 152.5 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (147.5 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    147.5 mm vs 300 mm
  • 92.3% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (170 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    170 vs 2,200
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (800x600 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    800x600 vs 1920x1080
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (800x600 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    800x600 vs 1920x1080
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    1,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (0 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    0 vs 2
  • 166.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (80 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    80 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 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
  • 9.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 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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    Samsung SP P410M
    the average projector
    Samsung SP P410M has a lower user score than the average projector (7.32 vs 8.000).
    7.32 vs 8
  • 9.2% worse value for money
    Samsung SP P410M has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.96 vs 6.5).
    5.96 vs 6.51
  • 92.3% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (170 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    170 vs 2,200
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (800x600 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    800x600 vs 1920x1080
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (800x600 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    800x600 vs 1920x1080
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    1,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 166.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (80 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    80 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 2 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (0 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    0 vs 2
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    This projector does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.9% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • 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.
  • 80% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (2 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 1W.
    2 W vs 10 W
  • 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
  • 1.9 W higher standby power
    This projector uses more standby power than the average projector (2.4 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    2.4 W vs 0.5 W
  • 12 older model
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2009 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    September 2009
    2009 vs 2021

Video reviews

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

8.0
Gadgetoid
≈ estimated
27/02/2010
Hands-on review · media player, picture and sound
Verdict
Samsung SP-P410M is probably the best affordable projector on the market, though the lack of audio output is a letdown.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Samsung SP P410M

  • High portability with a compact, stylish design and included carry bag
  • Excellent LED lamp life rated at 30,000 hours
  • Impressive brightness (170 lumens) and color quality for a pocket projector
  • Built-in media player supports presentations and videos directly from a USB drive
  • Quiet operation compared to similar portable models
  • Sharp image quality with vibrant colors in darkened environments

What customers don't like about Samsung SP P410M

  • Lack of an audio output port (3.5mm jack), making external speakers difficult to use
  • Native resolution is limited to SVGA (800x600)
  • Absence of automatic keystone correction
  • On-device touch controls are reported as difficult and unintuitive to use
  • Requires a bulky external power brick that adds significant weight and volume
  • DLP technology can cause a noticeable 'rainbow effect' or RGB ghosting

Verdict

The Samsung SP-P410M is a compact, ultra-portable LED projector featuring a native SVGA (800 x 600) resolution, 170 ANSI lumens of brightness, and a 1,000:1 contrast ratio. Built on DLP technology with a light source life of up to 30,000 hours, it excels in versatility with its integrated USB media player, 1W stereo speakers, and silent 28dB operation. Major pros include its exceptional portability at just 950g, low maintenance requirements due to the long-life LED, and PC-free presentation capabilities via USB. However, notable cons include its relatively low native resolution, a lack of dedicated audio output for external speakers, and the absence of an HDMI port, which limits modern connectivity.

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