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Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£180Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:?Throw ratio:1.2:1Lamp life:30000 hours

Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 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 Smart Projector L1
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 65% of models
Score components

90%

6.7

Technical score

10%

8.8

User score

▲Better than 65% of projectors
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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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★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

★Better than 96%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components

42%

7.5

Image Quality

22%

4.0

Projection & Lens

12%

7.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.5

Audio & Features

8%

7.0

Connectivity

6%

7.3

Design & Power

▲Better than 60%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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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▲ Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 87%
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Technical Specifications of projector Xiaomi Smart Projector L1

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 60% of models
Score components:

42%

7.5

Image Quality

22%

4.0

Projection & Lens

12%

7.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.5

Audio & Features

8%

7.0

Connectivity

6%

7.3

Design & Power

6.7
User score
User score
8.8/ 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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▲ Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.8
Popularity
Popularity
9.3/ 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
▲ Better than 84% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 has a popularity score of 9.3 points, which is higher than 83.9% of projectors.
9.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

9.6

Price

7.7
ANSI lumens
?
Contrast ratio
2000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 2000:1, lower than 71.1% of projectors and equal to 7.6% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 59.7% of projectors.
Output Resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
LCD
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Throw ratio
1.2:1
Min throw distance
1.2 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.2 m, longer than 61.2% of projectors and equal to 8.1% of projectors.
Max projection size
120 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 120 inch, smaller than 80% of projectors and equal to 11.1% 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)
yes
This projector supports ALLM. 82.9% of projectors support ALLM.
Enabled via firmware update.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
48 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 48 Gbps, higher than 90.1% of projectors and equal to 9.9% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 48 and 18 Gbps.
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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 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
5
This projector supports Bluetooth 5, more modern than 63% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Google TV built in.
Operating system
Android
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% 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
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.
LED light source life.
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
72 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 72 W of power, less than 79.3% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
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Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
    Enabled via firmware update.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    On HDMI 2.
  • 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.
    Google TV built in.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Google TV certified.
  • 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
  • 18.6% better value for money
    Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 has a higher value-for-money score than the average projector (7.72 vs 6.5).
    7.72 vs 6.51
  • 9.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average projector
    Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 has a higher user score than the average projector (8.79 vs 8.000).
    8.79 vs 8
  • 4.28x cheaper
    Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 is cheaper than the average projector (£180 vs £770).
    £180 vs £770
  • 91% more popular
    Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 has a higher popularity than the average projector (9.31 vs 4.9).
    9.31 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
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
    Enabled via firmware update.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    2.1 vs 2.0
  • 2.67x higher HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    Different HDMI ports reach 48 and 18 Gbps.
    48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    On HDMI 2.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Google TV certified.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 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.
    Google TV built in.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 61.3% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    1.2 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 163 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (72 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    72 W vs 235 W
  • 182 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (118 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    118 mm vs 300 mm
  • 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
  • 126.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    120 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 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
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    2,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 15 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 15 degrees less horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers less horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    2,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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.
  • 126.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    120 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 15 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 15 degrees less horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers less horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 0.18 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.2 m vs 1.025 m
  • 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
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 40% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (6 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 3W.
    6 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
  • 2 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (30 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    30 dB vs 28 dB
  • 49 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (176 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
    176 mm vs 127 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
Handyhase
≈ estimated
08/04/2025
Hands-on review · setup, picture, software and sound tests
Verdict
Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 is not perfect, but it is a good entry-level pick for trying a projector at home.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

bestchinagadget.com
16/01/2026
Review · Google TV home cinema
Verdict
The Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 is a simple 1080p projector with Google TV, best for evening films in a darkened bedroom or apartment.
handyhase.de
29/04/2025
Hands-on test · Google TV projector
Verdict
The Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 is a compact, easy-to-set-up Full HD projector that suits evening viewing in dark rooms, but struggles in daylight.
espritnewgen.wordpress.com
21/02/2026
Hands-on test · Quiet projector
Verdict
The Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 is a compact, quiet projector with Google TV that suits night-time films in a dark room, not daylight viewing.
univers-lampe.fr
29/12/2024
Hands-on test · Auto-setup projector
Verdict
The Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 is a compact projector that straightens its own image and runs Google TV, best for a bedroom or small living room.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Xiaomi Smart Projector L1

  • Excellent value for the price as a budget/entry-level 1080p projector
  • Extremely quiet operation with minimal fan noise
  • User-friendly setup featuring reliable auto-focus and auto-keystone correction
  • Compact and lightweight design makes it highly portable for different rooms
  • Built-in Google TV/Android TV provides easy access to native streaming apps like Netflix and YouTube
  • Decent internal sound quality for casual viewing without external speakers
  • Good build quality and sleek physical design

What customers don't like about Xiaomi Smart Projector L1

  • Low brightness (200 ISO Lumens) makes it difficult to see in rooms with ambient or daylight
  • Image can appear pixelated or lose clarity when stretched to larger sizes like 120 inches
  • Android TV interface can occasionally feel slow or laggy during navigation
  • Limited to 1080p native resolution and lacks true 4K output
  • Remote control lacks backlighting, making it difficult to use in the dark
  • Single LCD panel technology may have long-term durability concerns compared to higher-end models
  • Contrast ratio is relatively low, leading to less deep black levels

Verdict

The Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 is a compact, entry-level LCD projector featuring a native 1080p Full HD resolution, a brightness of 200 ISO lumens, and a 1.2:1 throw ratio capable of projecting up to a 120-inch screen. It is powered by an MT9630 high-performance chip with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage, running on the Google TV system with native Netflix certification and built-in Google Assistant. Key pros include its fully-sealed optical engine that prevents dust entry, ultra-quiet operation at ≤30dB, and advanced AI features such as autofocus, omnidirectional automatic keystone correction, and intelligent obstacle avoidance. However, its main drawbacks are the low lumen output which requires near-total darkness for optimal viewing and potential pixelation when stretched to its maximum 120-inch projection size.

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