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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£440
  • Avg. price in US: ~$600
  • ANSI lumens: 500
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 1.2:1

Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

5.9

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

5.5

Technical Score

10.0%

9.1

User score

Good
5.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

4.9

Image Quality

22.0%

4.6

Projection & Lens

12.0%

6.5

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

8.1

Audio & Features

8.0%

5.2

Connectivity

6.0%

7.4

Design & Power

Good
9.1

User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(559)
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4.5
(97)
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4.2
(74)
amazon
4.3
(74)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Exceptional
  • 5.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    Input lag

    25.0%

    1.0

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    5.0

    Audio output power

  • 9.6
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    10

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Smart TV features

  • 6.3
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    1.8

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    ?

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector is a portable DLP home cinema system that offers native 1080p Full HD resolution with HDR10 decoding support and a brightness of 500 ANSI lumens. Measuring just 15 cm in height and weighing 1.3 kg, it features a 1.2:1 throw ratio capable of projecting images between 60 and 120 inches. Key characteristics include built-in Android TV 9.0 for native streaming access, automatic focusing on startup, and dual 5W speakers with Dolby and DTS decoding. Its primary pros are its highly portable 'dictionary-sized' design, reliable autofocus, and surprisingly rich audio for its size. However, main cons include a relatively low brightness that requires a dark room for optimal viewing, lacks a physical optical zoom (requiring fixed placement for specific screen sizes), and some users find the bass depth lacking at higher volumes.

Technical Specifications of Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

4.9

Image Quality

22.0%

4.6

Projection & Lens

12.0%

6.5

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

8.1

Audio & Features

8.0%

5.2

Connectivity

6.0%

7.4

Design & Power

5.5
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a technical score of 5.5 points, which is lower than 63.4% of projectors.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(559)
amazon
4.5
(97)
amazon
4.2
(74)
amazon
4.3
(74)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

9.1
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a user score of 9.14 points, which is higher than 94.6% of projectors.
Popularity
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.
10
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 83.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

5.9

Overall score

40.0%

8.2

Price

6.6
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.6 points, which is higher than 71.6% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

500
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector reaches 500 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 77.6% of projectors and equal to 3.4% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

1,200:1
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a contrast ratio of 1200:1, lower than 84% of projectors and equal to 1% of projectors.
Native contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% of projectors.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Throw ratio
What it is: Ratio between projection distance and image width.
When it matters: When room size and screen size have to match properly instead of guessing whether the projector will fit the space.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.2:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.2 m
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.2 m, longer than 59.4% of projectors and equal to 8.9% of projectors.
Max projection size
What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

120 inch
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports projection sizes up to 120 inch, smaller than 80% of projectors and equal to 11.1% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

37 ms
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has input lag of 37 ms, higher than 64.3% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

Importance: LOW

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Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

2.0
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports HDMI 2.0, more modern than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 36.7% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports use 2.0 and 1.4.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

1
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 42.2% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.4% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.6% of projectors and equal to 29.2% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports Bluetooth. 50.1% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

5.0
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports Bluetooth 5.0, more modern than 62.9% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has smart TV features. 56.3% of projectors have smart TV features.
Android TV built in.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

Android 9.0
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.5% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Mi Home app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

yes
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

led
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

no
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

30,000 hours
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector offers lamp life of 30000 hours, shorter than 68.9% of projectors and equal to 25.4% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

30,000 hours
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30000 hours, shorter than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 35.6% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

65 W
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector uses 65 W of power, less than 80.8% of projectors and equal to 6.4% of projectors.
Maximum power-on rating.
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Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector vs the average projector

  • 15 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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.
    What it is: Range of vertical keystone correction supported.
    When it matters: When the projector sits too high or too low relative to the screen and vertical image correction becomes necessary.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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
  • Built-in smart TV features
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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.
    What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
    When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Mi Home app.
    What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
    When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 27.3% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    What it is: Built-in Chromecast support for wireless casting.
    When it matters: When you stream directly from phones, tablets, or laptops, wireless casting matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 27.3% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    What it is: Built-in stereo speakers for audio playback.
    When it matters: When casual use should include left-right sound without automatically adding an external audio setup.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
    What it is: Supports voice command input for control and navigation.
    When it matters: When hands-free control sounds more useful than relying only on buttons or the remote.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
    What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
    When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • Modern USB standard
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports a newer USB standard than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0). The average projector supports USB USB 2.0.
    Also includes USB 2.0 ports.
    What it is: Version of the supported USB standard.
    When it matters: When the speed or capability of USB-connected storage and accessories matters in the projector setup.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports a newer USB standard than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0). The average projector supports USB USB 2.0.USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • 15 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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.
  • Motorized focus
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 27.3% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • Modern USB standard
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports a newer USB standard than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0). The average projector supports USB USB 2.0.
  • Supports Miracast
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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.
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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.
  • 168.9 W lower power use
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector uses less power than the average projector (65 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 58.1% lighter weight
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector is lighter than the average projector (1.3 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 184.5 mm narrower width
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector is narrower than the average projector (115 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.

Total
Overall
Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • 77.3% dimmer image
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1200:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • 28.45 ms slower response time
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a higher response time than the average projector (37 ms vs 8.55 ms). The average projector has 8.55 ms of response time.
    Response time is reported as 37 ms in game mode.
  • Narrower color gamut
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (84% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
  • 0.14 inch smaller DMD chip
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower DMD chip size than the average projector (0.3 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
  • 130 inch smaller image size
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • 0.14 m longer throw distance
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.2 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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.
    Higher-resolution input is downscaled to the native image.
  • 10 ms higher input lag
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (37 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • No RS-232 control
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • Basic light source
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 77.3% dimmer image
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.500 vs 2,200
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1200:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
    When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1200:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.1,200:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    What it is: Number of bits per color channel for color depth.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
    When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.1 vs 2
  • 130 inch smaller image size
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.120 inch vs 250 inch
  • Basic light source
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
    When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

    Importance: LOW

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.led vs laser
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    What it is: Number of screen refreshes per second, measured in hertz.
    When it matters: When motion clarity matters for gaming, sports, or fast-moving video instead of slower cinematic content only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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
  • Limited HDMI format
    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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.
    Higher-resolution input is downscaled to the native image.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

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    Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact 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
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector?

  • Integrated Android TV 9.0 provides a user-friendly interface with native access to apps like Netflix, YouTube, and Disney+.
  • Compact and lightweight design makes it highly portable and easy to blend with furniture.
  • Delivers a crisp native 1080p image with vibrant colors (HDR10 support).
  • Efficient autofocus and auto-keystone correction for quick setup.
  • Operates very quietly with minimal fan noise compared to many competitors.
  • Built-in speakers offer surprisingly clear audio with Dolby/DTS decoding for casual viewing.

What customers dislike about Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector?

  • Limited brightness (500 ANSI lumens) makes it difficult to use in rooms with ambient light; best used in total darkness.
  • Common 'focus drift' issue where the image loses focus after 15-45 minutes as the unit warms up, requiring manual refocusing.
  • Lack of optical zoom means screen size is entirely dependent on physical distance from the wall.
  • The remote control lacks backlighting, making it difficult to use in the dark environments required for the projector.
  • Audio can become tinny or distorted at volumes higher than 60%, with a notable lack of bass.
  • Only includes one HDMI port, which may be limiting for those with multiple external devices.

Expert reviews

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zdnet.com
02/03/2022
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector review: A 120-inch TV that fits in your hand

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector ($599) is a minimalistic, toaster-sized portable entertainment system that serves as a budget-friendly alternative to a 120-inch TV. Encased in a sleek, matte-white shell with a gray mesh front, it features built-in Android TV 9.0, giving users immediate access to streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ without needing external media...Read more

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t3.com
20/10/2021
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector 2 review - T3

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector 2 is a budget-friendly, all-in-one entertainment device that features a remarkably small form factor (115x150x150mm) and weighs just 1.3kg, making it highly portable. It delivers a sharp 1080p resolution and can project a screen size of up to 120 inches. A major standout feature is its built-in Android TV 9 operating system, which includes...Read more

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laurentwillen.de
01/10/2023
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector: Review

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector (Mi Youth) offers impressive 1080p picture quality with accurate colors, a compact portable design, and excellent sound from dual 5W speakers. It features a quiet cooling fan, auto-focus, and, in the global version, a certified Android TV system. However, the 500 ANSI lumen brightness requires a completely dark room, and the lack of optical zoom...Read more

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bilanz.ch
24/11/2021
Home cinema to go: The compact projector from Xiaomi - Review

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector (120-inch model) is a highly portable, cube-shaped projector weighing just 1.3 kg, making it as light as a laptop and ideal for travel. Running on Android TV, it features pre-installed streaming services like Netflix and YouTube, allows app downloads from the Google Play Store, and includes an HDMI port for external video inputs. Key advantages...Read more

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mondoprojos.fr
14/01/2020
Mi Smart Compact Projector review: Grégory's verdict

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector is a portable DLP travel projector equipped with a 1080p resolution chip, a fixed focal length (1.2 projection ratio), and an LED light source delivering 500 ANSI lumens. Running on Android TV 9.0 with official European market integration, it offers French menus, built-in Google Assistant voice control, and a surprisingly high-quality integrated...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
28/05/2019
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector: an ultra-compact Full HD projector

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector is a highly portable LED-based home cinema device reviewed by Les Numériques. It utilizes a 0.33-inch Texas Instruments DLP chip to output a native Full HD 1080p resolution. Operating on Android TV 9.0, it functions as a completely standalone unit, giving users direct access to the Google Play Store and major video streaming apps like YouTube...Read more

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avmagazine.it
22/01/2021
Review of the Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector by AV Magazine", "Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector Review - AV Magazine

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector is a highly portable DLP projector featuring an innovative Osram hybrid LED/phosphor light source that guarantees over 30,000 hours of lifespan, paired with a solid build quality, native Android TV 9.0, and a powerful integrated smart speaker system. It delivers an enjoyable multimedia experience with a notably wide color gamut, an automatic...Read more

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dday.it
19/05/2020
Mi Smart Compact Projector review: Miniature cinema is no joke

However, the reviewer highlights critical limitations regarding its physical installation and hardware performance. The device lacks a manual zoom lens or vertical lens shift, meaning users must physically move the unit closer or further from the wall to adjust image size, and must prop it up on a tripod to keep the projection from shooting directly along the floor level. Most...Read more

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andreagaleazzi.com
23/04/2026
XIAOMI PROJECTOR with ANDROID TV Review - Andrea Galeazzi

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Projector review highlights a compact, lightweight device measuring 115x150x150mm and weighing 1.3 kg, which offers Full HD resolution via LCD DLP technology. On the positive side (Pros), the reviewer praises its excellent, sharp image definition even at a 120-inch projection scale from 3 meters away, cinematic playback fluidity, and vibrant, true-to-life colors....Read more

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tweakers.net
23/06/2021
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector Review

Despite its strong value, the projector has several functional limitations, most notably a low light output that renders images flet and unusable in direct daylight, though it performs adequately from dusk onwards. Hardware and software design oversights include the complete lack of an optical zoom and horizontal keystone correction, forcing users to position the unit dead-centre to...Read more

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laurentwillen.nl
01/10/2023
Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector review

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector (also known as the Mi Youth) is a highly efficient 1080p Android TV projector that offers excellent image quality, accurate standard colorimetry, and surprisingly fine treble audio performance for its budget friendly price. Operating on under 50W of power, it stands out as an incredibly low-consumption option capable of projecting images up to...Read more

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tweakers.net
16/04/2020
Xiaomi Mi Smart Projector Mini review

The Xiaomi Mi Smart Projector mini is an excellent, highly portable 1080p Full HD DLP projector that operates on Android TV 9.0 and includes official, built-in Netflix support. It stands out as an attractive option for modern users, especially students or those setting up a bedroom cinema, due to its compact design, crisp and high-contrast image quality, and surprisingly rich...Read more

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hd-beamers.nl
01/09/2020
Xgimi Mogo Pro vs Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector • Comparison

The Xgimi Mogo Pro and Xiaomi Mi Smart Compact Projector are both versatile, Full HD mini projectors released in early 2020 that operate on Android TV 9 and feature built-in Chromecast support. The Xiaomi Mi stands out as the superior choice for raw performance, delivering a brighter 500-lumen image, sharper visuals with a larger DMD chip, and vastly superior sound quality with...Read more

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