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Yaber K300S review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,120Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:1000Throw ratio:0.18:1Lamp life:20000 hours

Yaber K300S Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 4 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Yaber K300S
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

6.8

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

6.8

Reviews score

10%

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Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

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6.3

Value for money

Value for money
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

4.6

Price

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6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

42%

6.6

Image Quality

22%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12%

7.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Audio & Features

8%

7.9

Connectivity

6%

8.5

Design & Power

â–²Better than 63%
6.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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6.8

Mark 8.1 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

7.1

Popularity

Grades by review (4)
2 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 63%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
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Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,120
Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the Yaber K300S

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Technical Specifications of projector Yaber K300S

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

42%

6.6

Image Quality

22%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12%

7.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Audio & Features

8%

7.9

Connectivity

6%

8.5

Design & Power

6.8
Reviews score
6.8
List score
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Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

4.6

Price

6.3
ANSI lumens
1,000
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 1,000 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 2.6% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
1,500:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1500:1, lower than 81.1% of projectors and equal to 3.2% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 27% of projectors and equal to 59.2% of projectors.
Output resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 25.9% of projectors and equal to 42.3% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
0.18:1
Min throw distance
0.05 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 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
120 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 120 inch, smaller than 80.2% of projectors and equal to 10.7% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
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What reviewers say
Input lag
40 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 40 ms, higher than 70.2% of projectors and equal to 0.8% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not switch to low-latency mode automatically. 16.1% of projectors offer this.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.2% of projectors and equal to 17.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.9% of projectors and equal to 39.7% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.2% of projectors and equal to 42.9% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector connects to Wi-Fi networks for streaming. 46.7% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
This projector uses Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), which is newer than 83.1% of projectors and the same as in 14.9% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
5.1
This projector supports Bluetooth 5.1, more modern than 79.5% of projectors and equal to 7.5% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Google TV built in.
Operating system
Google TV
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 63.3% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Yaber app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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Light source type
laser
This projector uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 75.4% of projectors and equal to 24.6% of projectors.
Laser light source
yes
This projector has a laser light source. 73.3% of projectors offer this.
Triple RGB Laser.
Lamp life
20,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 35.2% of projectors and equal to 25.8% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
?
Operating power consumption
100 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 100 W of power, less than 70.5% of projectors and equal to 3.2% of projectors.
Normal mode power draw.
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Yaber K300S vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.6% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 0.96 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 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.05 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.2% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports auto keystone correction
    This projector corrects keystone distortion automatically, while the average projector does not. 36.9% of projectors offer this.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (150% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    150% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 35.2% 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.
    30 W vs 10 W
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.6% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.2% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (150% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    150% NTSC % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 41.2% of projectors support HLG.
  • 4 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2025 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    January 2025
    2025 vs 2021
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 0.96 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 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.05 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Supports auto keystone correction
    This projector corrects keystone distortion automatically, while the average projector does not. 36.9% of projectors offer this.
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    2.1 vs 2
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 24.9% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Google TV certified.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • 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
  • 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 mirroring
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 46.4% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
    Google TV built in.
  • 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.
    30 W vs 10 W
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 36.7% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Yaber app.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • Laser light source
    This projector has a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 26.7% of projectors have one.
    Triple RGB Laser.
  • 4 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (27 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    27 dB vs 31 dB
  • 130 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (100 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Normal mode power draw.
    100 W vs 230 W
  • 39.6% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1.8 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    1.8 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 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
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    1,500:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 130 inch smaller image size
    This 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
  • 54.5% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,000 vs 2,200
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This 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
    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
  • 25 degrees less vertical correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (5 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    5 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 25 degrees less horizontal correction
    This projector offers less horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (5 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    5 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 8.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.8/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    6.8

    Mark 8.1 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    7.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (4)
    2 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. 2 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.8 vs 7.4
  • 10.7% worse value for money
    Yaber K300S has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (6.27 vs 6.9).
    6.27 vs 6.95
  • 69.7% more expensive
    Yaber K300S is more expensive than the average projector (£1,120 vs £660).
    £1,120 vs £660
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    1,500:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 54.5% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,000 vs 2,200
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This 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
  • 0.24 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.
    0.23 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not display 3D with glasses, while the average projector does. 54.4% of projectors offer 3D with glasses.
  • 130 inch smaller image size
    This 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
  • 25 degrees less vertical correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (5 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    5 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 25 degrees less horizontal correction
    This projector offers less horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (5 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    5 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 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
  • 13 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (40 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    40 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 RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 73 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (223 mm vs 150 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 150 mm.
    223 mm vs 150 mm

Video reviews

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

7.0
Pathfinder Dude
≈ estimated
27/11/2025
Travel test · unboxing, setup and HDMI check
Verdict
Yaber K300S is small and light enough for travel, though its USB 2.0 port is a letdown.
9.0
Best Buys Reviewed
≈ estimated
26/12/2025
Promotional walkthrough · setup and 12-month use claims
Verdict
Yaber K300S is pitched as the best living room upgrade for small spaces, throwing a bright 120-inch picture from 9 inches away.
8.0
JoelsterG4K
≈ estimated
18/01/2025
First look · CES booth impressions
Verdict
Yaber K300S looks promising for its price, but a non-ALR screen would hold back its performance.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
wallpaper.com
≈ estimated
06/08/2025
Road test · Ultra-short throw laser
Verdict
The Yaber K300S is a quiet ultra-short throw projector for small rooms, throwing a 100-inch picture from just under 25cm away.
8.0
cgmagonline.com
✓ explicit
30/10/2025
Hands-on test · Short-throw laser projector
Verdict
The Yaber K300S is a short-throw laser projector with 1,000 ANSI lumens for small rooms, though it maxes out at 1080p.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Yaber K300S

  • Ultra-short throw capability allows for a 100-inch screen from less than 10 inches away, ideal for small rooms.
  • Triple RGB Laser technology provides vibrant colors, covering 150% of the NTSC gamut.
  • Impressive built-in audio system featuring dual 15W JBL speakers with strong bass.
  • Comprehensive smart features with Google TV and native support for major apps like Netflix and Disney+.
  • Easy setup through fast 3-second auto-focus and automatic 8-point keystone correction.
  • Compact and lightweight design (under 4 lbs) makes it highly portable compared to other UST projectors.

What customers don't like about Yaber K300S

  • Advertised noise level of 27dB is disputed by some users who found it significantly louder and distracting during use.
  • Limited brightness (1000 ANSI lumens) makes the image appear washed out in well-lit environments.
  • Native resolution is 1080p rather than true 4K, which may be noticeable on screens larger than 120 inches.
  • Input lag in Game Mode (roughly 40ms) is adequate for casual play but may feel sluggish for competitive gaming.
  • Some concerns regarding customer support responsiveness and warranty fulfillment.
  • Image can appear slightly washed out compared to more expensive contemporary laser projectors.

Verdict

The Yaber K300s is an ultra-short-throw (UST) DLP projector featuring a triple RGB laser light source that delivers native 1080p resolution with 4K decoding and a wide color gamut covering over 150% of the NTSC space. It boasts a high 0.18:1 throw ratio, capable of projecting a 100-inch display from just 9.8 inches away, and offers 1,000 ANSI lumens of brightness alongside a 1,500:1 contrast ratio. Main pros include its space-saving design, integrated Google TV with native Netflix support, and a powerful audio system consisting of dual 15W JBL-tuned speakers with Dolby Audio. However, some users have noted that the image can appear slightly washed out compared to long-throw competitors, and the 1,000 ANSI lumens brightness may be insufficient for well-lit rooms.

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