ViewSonic LX60HD vs M1X: Which Portable Projector Offers Better Performance for Your Needs?

[Hardon Williams]

Introduce​

Parameter	ViewSonic LX60HD​	ViewSonic M1X​
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Price​	$249.99​	$299.99​
Recommended Uses​	Home Cinema, Gaming​	Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​
Highlight​	Resolution: Full HD (1920x1080) Screen Size: Up to 140" Streaming Feature: Built-in Google TV Setup: 1.3x digital zoom, instant auto focus, vertical/horizontal keystone, 4-corner adjustment Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Inputs: HDMI, USB-C, supports media players, PCs, Macs, mobile devices	Type: Portable projector Resolution: WVGA (854x480p) Lens: Short throw Setup: Easy with horizontal and vertical keystone correction, 360-degree projection Audio: Built-in dual Harman Kardon Bluetooth speakers (audio only) Battery Life: Up to 4 hours on full power mode Color Technology: Cinema SuperColor+ with 125% Rec.709 Connectivity: HDMI 1.4, USB Type A, USB Type C, supports media players, gaming consoles, PCs, Macs, mobile devices

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	ViewSonic LX60HD​	ViewSonic M1X​
Screen Size​	50 Inches - 140 Inches​	24 Inches - 100 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1.42 Meters - 3.8 Meters​	2 Feet - 8.7 Feet​
Contrast Ratio​	4,200:1​	120000:1​
Display Resolution​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​	854 x 480 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1920 x 1080​	854 x 480​
Brightness​	630 Lumen​	150​
Display Type​	LCD​	LED​

Features​

Parameter	ViewSonic LX60HD​	ViewSonic M1X​
Video Encoding​	HEVC​	-​
Lamp Wattage​	144 Watts​	-​
Light Source Life​	20000 Hours​	60000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control, Button Control​	Remote Control, Button Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Tabletop Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Other Features​	Bluetooth, Digital Keystone Correction, Auto Focus, Built-In Wi-Fi, Built-In Media Player​	Built-In Speaker, Portable, 3-in-1 smart stand, 360o projection, Wi-Fi Ready​

Connectivity​

Parameter	ViewSonic LX60HD​	ViewSonic M1X​
Connectivity Technology​	HDMI​	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​
Hardware Connectivity​	Bluetooth, HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​	Bluetooth, USB Type C, USB 2.0 Type A, HDMI, 3.5mm Audio​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Television, Tablet, Speaker​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Television, Tablet, Speaker​

Measurements​

Parameter	ViewSonic LX60HD​	ViewSonic M1X​
L x W x H​	9"L x 8.9"W x 6.3"H​	2.1"L x 6.5"W x 5.4"H​
Item Weight​	6.8 Pounds​	1.7 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
ViewSonic LX60HD​	Pros: • Bright display and effective auto-focus • Supports Google TV and Chromecast • Easy installation with an intuitive UI • Economical solution for streaming and cable connectivity • Good performance in low light conditions • Built-in Google TV saves additional costs • Serviceable built-in speakers with decent sound quality Cons: • No support for Miracast or Airplay • Complicated phone screen casting requirements • Autofocus and keystone correction can be inconsistent • Poor obstacle avoidance feature • Sound quality not up to par for some users Overall Impression: The projector offers a bright and functional experience with good integration of Google TV, making it a viable option for home theater enthusiasts on a budget. However, its limitations in casting options and inconsistent focusing features may deter some users. While it excels in low-light environments and provides decent sound, potential buyers should weigh these pros and cons before making a purchase.
ViewSonic M1X​	Pros: • Easy to transport indoors and outdoors • Long battery life • Simple connectivity with Roku and AppleTV • Well-made with a premium feel Cons: • Unacceptable picture quality • Low brightness levels • Overpriced for the performance ($340 considered too high) • Not recommended for serious use, especially for digital decorations Overall Impression: This projector offers portability and decent build quality, but its performance in picture quality and brightness falls significantly short of expectations, making it an overpriced option for consumers.