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Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,500Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:1600Throw ratio:0.233:1Lamp life:25000 hours

Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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%

7.1

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

â–²Better than 75% of projectors
5.9

Value for money

Value for money
5.9/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

2.6

Price

â–¼Worse than 73%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 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%

7.0

Image Quality

22%

6.3

Projection & Lens

12%

6.1

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.0

Audio & Features

8%

8.9

Connectivity

6%

7.5

Design & Power

â–²Better than 74%
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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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 72%
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Technical Specifications of projector Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 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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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components:

42%

7.0

Image Quality

22%

6.3

Projection & Lens

12%

6.1

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.0

Audio & Features

8%

8.9

Connectivity

6%

7.5

Design & Power

7.1
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 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

8.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
8.2/ 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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â–² Better than 75% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 has a popularity score of 8.2 points, which is higher than 74.7% of projectors.
8.2
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

2.6

Price

5.9
ANSI lumens
1,600
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 1,600 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 62.7% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
3,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 3000:1, lower than 61.7% of projectors and equal to 5.8% of projectors.
Native 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.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
0.233:1
Min throw distance
0.05 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.05 m, shorter than 99.4% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
Max projection size
150 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 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
90 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 90 ms, higher than 95.1% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
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
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 45.3% of projectors and equal to 36.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 47.7% of projectors and equal to 40.1% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
3
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 3 HDMI port/s, more than 92.8% of projectors and equal to 6.9% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 29.4% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
4.1
This projector supports Bluetooth 4.1, more modern than 56% 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 TV built in.
Operating system
Android 9.0
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Android 9
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.9% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Mi Home 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
laser
This projector uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
yes
This projector uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
ALPD 3 laser light source technology.
Lamp life
25,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 25,000 hours, shorter than 62.1% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
25,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 25,000 hours, shorter than 55.5% of projectors and equal to 6.9% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
300 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 300 W of power, more than 67.4% of projectors and equal to 3.3% of projectors.
Typical power draw.
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Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • 0.98 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.1 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.05 m vs 1.025 m
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 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 TV built in.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Mi Home app.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (85% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    85% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 0.98 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.1 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.05 m vs 1.025 m
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
    motorized vs manual
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    This projector has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • 1 more HDMI ports
    This projector has more HDMI ports than the average projector (3 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    3 vs 2
  • 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
  • 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 TV built in.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Mi Home app.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    dual full range and two high-frequency.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
    Android 9
  • Uses laser light source
    This projector uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
    ALPD 3 laser light source technology.
  • 5,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    Laser light source life.
    25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 63 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (90 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    90 ms vs 27 ms
  • 64.7% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (30 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 4K.
    30 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 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
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 27.3% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,600 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,600 vs 2,200
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (3000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    3,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • No sleep timer
    This projector does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.6% of projectors have a sleep timer.
  • 94.8% more expensive
    Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 is more expensive than the average projector (£1,500 vs £770).
    £1,500 vs £770
  • 11.1% worse value for money
    Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.85 vs 6.5).
    5.85 vs 6.51
  • 64.7% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (30 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 4K.
    30 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 27.3% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,600 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,600 vs 2,200
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (3000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    3,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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
  • 63 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (90 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    90 ms vs 27 ms
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 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.
  • No sleep timer
    This projector does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.6% of projectors have a sleep timer.
  • 4 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (32 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    32 dB vs 28 dB
  • 2 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    32 dB vs 30 dB
  • 2.32x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (7.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    7.2 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 65 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (300 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    Typical power draw.
    300 W vs 235 W
  • 110 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (410 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    410 mm vs 300 mm
  • 146 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (291 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
    291 mm vs 145 mm

Video reviews

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

7.0
Home Cinema Tech Review
≈ estimated
28/11/2023
Long-term test · 7 months of daily use
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 is good enough for casual everyday viewing, but it is nothing special and not for demanding picture quality.
8.0
Bench House
≈ estimated
10/06/2021
Hands-on review · image, sound and Android TV tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 is a usable, good-value choice for huge screens, best in dark rooms, though motion handling is weak.
8.0
LICHTCATCHTOBY
≈ estimated
15/09/2019
Hands-on review · setup, picture, sound and apps
Verdict
Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 offers great picture and value for an ultra short throw, if you can accept a slow boot and a loud fan.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

projectorjunkies.com
15/08/2020
Teardown test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 is very bright with strong contrast, but its menu is in Chinese and its corners fall out of focus.
mondoprojos.fr
07/11/2020
Calibration test · Laser 4K
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 4K 150 has strong contrast and a compact body, but its colours are too cold out of the box and some Chinese-model options are missing.
mondoprojos.fr
27/12/2019
Lab test · Laser projector
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 is a high-contrast projector that throws very large images, but it needs color tuning before the picture looks accurate.
lesnumeriques.com
15/11/2023
Lab test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 has strong contrast, a quiet fan and a fairly complete Android TV app set, but no automatic keystone and high input lag.
videoprojecteurcenter.fr
13/09/2024
Hands-on review · Laser 4K
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 fills a 150-inch wall from 50 cm away with Android TV built in, but its fan is audible in quiet moments.
elespanol.com
04/03/2019
Hands-on review · Ultra short throw
Verdict
The Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 gives a 150-inch image from a table-top spot, but it lacks Netflix and Prime Video, so it misses key streaming apps.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150

  • Exceptional 4K image quality with high sharpness and natural color reproduction
  • Ultra-short throw design allows for a massive 150-inch screen just centimeters from the wall
  • High-fidelity built-in speakers provide excellent sound that rivals dedicated soundbars
  • Simple and quick setup process, often taking less than 10 minutes
  • Long lamp life of up to 25,000 hours thanks to laser technology
  • Sleek and minimalist design that blends well with home decor

What customers don't like about Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150

  • Integrated Android TV lacks native support for popular apps like Netflix and Amazon Prime
  • Loud fan noise and occasional high-pitched coil whine, especially noticeable in quiet scenes
  • Known hardware longevity issues, including bending cooling plates that can cause white lines over time
  • Significant input lag (over 90ms) makes it unsuitable for competitive or reflex-based gaming
  • Limited image adjustment options, lacking features like vertical or horizontal lens shift
  • Software can be clunky, and the Global vs. Chinese versions have differing feature sets (e.g., 3D support)

Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi 4K Laser Projector 150 is a high-performance ultra-short throw (UST) system that uses ALPD 3.0 technology and a 0.47" DMD chip to deliver native 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution on screens ranging from 80 to 150 inches. Key technical specifications include 1,600 ANSI lumens of brightness (5,000 lumens light source), a 3000:1 native contrast ratio, and a laser lifespan of up to 25,000 hours. Its main advantages are a 0.233:1 throw ratio that allows a 100-inch image from just 24 cm away, built-in 30W high-fidelity speakers with Dolby and DTS support, and an integrated Android TV 9.0 system with Google Assistant. However, notable drawbacks include high audible fan noise (up to 34 dB), lack of native support for certain apps like Netflix without workarounds, and occasional issues with software responsiveness or input lag.

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