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ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Native panel resolution:854x480ANSI lumens:50Throw ratio:1.2:1Lamp life:30000 hours

ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 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
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

5.6

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 81% of projectors
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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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â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

â–²Better than 70%
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 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%

4.7

Image Quality

22%

5.4

Projection & Lens

12%

5.1

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.9

Audio & Features

8%

7.0

Connectivity

6%

8.2

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 87%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 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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â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 71%
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Technical Specifications of projector ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

42%

4.7

Image Quality

22%

5.4

Projection & Lens

12%

5.1

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.9

Audio & Features

8%

7.0

Connectivity

6%

8.2

Design & Power

5.6
User score
User score
8.2/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
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
When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 89% of models
Popularity:
ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 89.3% of projectors.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.0
ANSI lumens
50
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 50 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 99.7% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
500:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 500:1, lower than 95.3% of projectors and equal to 1.7% of projectors.
Native contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
854x480
This projector uses a native resolution of 854x480, lower than 95.1% of projectors and equal to 2.4% of projectors.
Output Resolution
854x480
This projector supports output resolution up to 854x480, lower than 95.3% of projectors and equal to 2.4% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.2:1
Min throw distance
0.64 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.64 m, shorter than 83.2% of projectors and equal to 1% of projectors.
Max projection size
100 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 100 inch, smaller than 92.4% of projectors and equal to 6.6% 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
35 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 35 ms, higher than 60.6% of projectors and equal to 1.6% 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
1.4
This projector supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54.8% of projectors and equal to 34% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.5% of projectors and equal to 45.2% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >6
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 4 (802.11n)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), more modern than 49.2% of projectors and equal to 5.8% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
4.2
This projector supports Bluetooth 4.2, more modern than 56.1% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
Android 6.0
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Android 6
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.9% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
ViewSonic vCastSender 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
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 25.3% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k 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
20 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 20 W of power, less than 98.2% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
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ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 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.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    ViewSonic vCastSender app.
  • 0.39 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.6 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.64 m vs 1.025 m
  • 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.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 4.28x cheaper
    ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is cheaper than the average projector (£180 vs £770).
    £180 vs £770
  • 2.05x more popular
    ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus has a higher popularity than the average projector (10 vs 4.9).
    10 vs 4.87
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (125% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    125% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 0.39 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.6 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.64 m vs 1.025 m
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 1 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Includes memory card slot
    This projector includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 10% of projectors include an external memory slot.
    microSD slot.
  • 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.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    ViewSonic vCastSender 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.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
    Android 6
  • 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.
    Eco mode rating.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 4 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (26 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    26 dB vs 30 dB
  • 215 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (20 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    20 W vs 235 W
  • 91% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (0.3 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    0.28 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 3 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (25 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    25 dB vs 28 dB
  • 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.
    Eco mode rating.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 190 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (110 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    110 mm vs 300 mm
  • 100 mm lower height
    This projector is shorter than the average projector (27 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
    27 mm vs 127 mm
  • 118 mm thinner body
    This projector is thinner than the average projector (27 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
    27 mm vs 145 mm
  • 97.7% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (50 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    50 vs 2,200
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (854x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    854x480 vs 1920x1080
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (854x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    854x480 vs 1920x1080
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    500:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 146.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (100 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    100 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 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
  • 97.7% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (50 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    50 vs 2,200
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (854x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    854x480 vs 1920x1080
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    500:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (854x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    854x480 vs 1920x1080
  • 0.27 inch smaller DMD chip
    This projector has a lower DMD chip size than the average projector (0.2 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.2 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 146.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (100 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    100 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    1.4 vs 2.0
  • Old HDCP version
    This projector has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • 8 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (35 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    35 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 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.
    1 x 2W.
    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

Video reviews

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

9.0
MCPHONEY
≈ estimated
03/11/2020
Hands-on review · image, sound and presentation tests
Verdict
ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is one of the best pocket projectors, with a sharp image and good sound, and it works best in a dark room.
8.0
Jam Ancheta
≈ estimated
08/09/2020
Full review · portability, apps, screen mirroring and battery
Verdict
ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is not the brightest, but it works well in a dark room for pocketable home entertainment.
8.0
Nerdbench
≈ estimated
09/07/2020
Hands-on review · battery, image, Android and apps
Verdict
ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a fun pocket projector with good battery life and image quality, but it has limited brightness and Android app support.
Overview video
Overview video
Brand video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

edtechmagazine.com
25/01/2024
Hands-on test · Classroom use
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a battery-powered projector that suits presentations in small rooms, though bigger pictures need dim lights.
biztechmagazine.com
22/11/2023
Product spotlight · Business presentations
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a battery-powered pocket projector for presentations on the go, though large images need a dim room.
audioguru.com
16/11/2022
Full review · Portable projector
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a pocket projector that sounds good for its size, but its 480p picture suits casual viewing, not home theatre.
canbuyornot.com
07/05/2021
Review · Pocket projector
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a solid pocket projector for travel with easy setup, but its battery lasts only about an hour.
businessworld.in
18/01/2021
Review · Compact home projector
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a pocket-sized projector for everyday home viewing, but running Wi-Fi and Bluetooth together drops battery life below two hours.
gagadget.com
30/08/2024
Hands-on review · Pocket projector
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a pocket projector that survives rough handling, but its 120 lumens struggle in bright rooms.
geekculture.co
21/10/2020
Hands-on review · Streaming projector
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a pocket projector with clear sound and easy streaming, but its short battery and remote-only control hold it back.
lite-magazin.de
16/08/2020
Hands-on test · Smart features
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a portable projector with Wi-Fi mirroring, Bluetooth sound and streaming apps, though its 854 x 480 picture is modest.
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satvision.de
30/07/2020
Summary of the review
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rotek.fr
06/03/2023
Full review · Pocket projector
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is easy to carry and corrects its image automatically, but its 480p picture and 1.5-hour battery are the main limits.
gagadget.it
22/08/2024
Month-long test · Pocket projector
Verdict
The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is a handy pocket projector for movie nights and quick presentations, but its battery and brightness let it down.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus

  • Highly portable 'pocket-sized' design weighing only 280g, making it ideal for travel and camping
  • Cleverly designed integrated smart stand that doubles as a lens cover and supports ceiling projection
  • Surprisingly high-quality audio from built-in JBL speakers for such a small device
  • User-friendly automatic vertical keystone correction for quick image straightening
  • Good value for money as an entry-level projector with a long-lasting LED light source (up to 30,000 hours)
  • Versatile connectivity options including HDMI, USB-A, and USB-C with power bank charging support

What customers don't like about ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus

  • Low native resolution (480p) can result in soft focus and difficult-to-read small text
  • Limited brightness (120 LED lumens) makes it nearly unusable in bright daylight without blackout blinds
  • Battery life is relatively short, typically lasting between 1.5 to 2 hours on a single charge
  • Built-in smart interface and app store can be sluggish and frustrating to navigate with the included remote
  • Lack of on-body controls means the projector is virtually unusable if the small, easily lost remote is missing
  • Streaming limitations, such as the inability to mirror protected content like Netflix directly from a phone

Verdict

The ViewSonic M1 Mini Plus is an ultra-portable LED pocket projector featuring a native WVGA (854x480) resolution and 120 LED lumens of brightness (50 ANSI lumens), capable of projecting images up to 100 inches. Its standout characteristics include an integrated smart stand that doubles as a lens cover, swappable coloured top plates, and built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for wireless streaming from apps like Netflix and YouTube. Main pros include its highly compact 4x4-inch design, built-in JBL speakers for clear audio, and a rechargeable battery offering up to 1.5 hours of runtime, which can be extended via power bank charging through its USB-C port. However, it is limited by its modest brightness, which requires a dark room for optimal viewing, a lower SD resolution that lacks the sharpness of HD models, and a smart interface that some users find sluggish.

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