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In today’s video, we’ll be comparing two contenders in the portable projector space: the ZCGIOBN Portable Projector and the ZDK Portable Mini Projector. At first glance, they both promise impressive features for home entertainment and outdoor fun, but how do they stack up against each other in real-world use?
The ZCGIOBN boasts a robust 1350 ANSI brightness with HDR10+ support, ideal for daylight viewing, while the ZDK claims a staggering 16,000 lumens, which raises the question—can brightness alone define the better projector? Both projectors support 1080P native resolution and 4K decoding, but features like the ZCGIOBN’s Android TV OS and built-in 30W speakers might make it a more versatile option for streaming and sound.
On the flip side, the ZDK offers a more flexible connectivity with multiple ways to project, catering to different user preferences. But does that compensate for its lack of a dedicated smart operating system?
Join us as we delve deeper into their specifications, user experiences, and ultimately, help you decide which projector truly shines in various settings—from home theaters to outdoor movie nights.
I’m torn between two projectors and could really use your help deciding which one to go for. Here’s the scoop:
First up is the **ZCGIOBN Portable Projector**. It boasts **1350 ANSI brightness** and is native **1080P** with **4K decoding**. So, picture quality sounds top-notch, especially with that HDR10+ tech for vibrant colors. The **30W speakers** also seem impressive for sound quality, and it runs on **Android TV OS**, giving me access to a ton of streaming apps right out of the box. Downsides? It might be a bit bulkier for portability, and I’m curious about how well the built-in speakers actually perform in a larger space.
Then there's the **ZDK Portable Mini Projector**. It claims a whopping **16000 Lumens**, which sounds like it could outshine the ZCGIOBN, especially for outdoor use. It supports **4K resolution via HDMI** and offers a good range of connectivity options, including **Bluetooth**. However, the sound quality seems a bit more basic with inner stereo speakers, unless you connect an external device. The long lamp life is a definite plus, but I wonder if the picture quality will hold up in daylight compared to the other one.
So, what do you guys think? Should I go for the ZCGIOBN with its smart features and better sound, or the ZDK with its impressive brightness and versatility? Any personal experiences or insights would be greatly appreciated!
The ZCGIOBN boasts a robust 1350 ANSI brightness with HDR10+ support, ideal for daylight viewing, while the ZDK claims a staggering 16,000 lumens, which raises the question—can brightness alone define the better projector? Both projectors support 1080P native resolution and 4K decoding, but features like the ZCGIOBN’s Android TV OS and built-in 30W speakers might make it a more versatile option for streaming and sound.
On the flip side, the ZDK offers a more flexible connectivity with multiple ways to project, catering to different user preferences. But does that compensate for its lack of a dedicated smart operating system?
Join us as we delve deeper into their specifications, user experiences, and ultimately, help you decide which projector truly shines in various settings—from home theaters to outdoor movie nights.
Specs
| Parameter | ZCGIOBN Portable Projector | ZDK Portable Mini Projector Outdoor Projector |
|---|---|---|
Picture |  |  |
Reference Price | $480 | $199.99 |
Recommended Uses | Home Theater/Outdoor Movie Night/Gaming/Online Education/Indoor Daytime Entertainment/Fitness | - |
Built-In Media | User Manual, Remote Control(Battery not included), Power Cable, HDMI Cable | - |
Highlight | 【High Brightness For Indoor Daylight Use】Excellent 1350 ANSI brightness, native 1080P & 4K decoding tech, ensure this Ultra HD projector delivers bright, vibrant and crystal clear image even in well-lit -class LCD screen,HDR10+ enhanced technology & DCI-P3 wide color gamut, reproduces color with high accuracy on up to 300" tech, ensure you never miss details of games or action movies. 【Stable WIFI6 Wireless Mirroring & First-class 30W Speakers】The video projector with wifi6 technology and dual-band 2.4G/5G Wi-Fi connection offers high-speed data transfer and lower latency. Built-in the latest Bluetooth 5.0 chip for stable, high-speed transmission, compatible with a variety of Bluetooth audio devices. 30W powerful speakers to ensure crisp highs, strong midranges, booming bass, whether for home theater or gaming, your ears will always be able to get great sound enjoyment. 【Smart Android TV OS, Endless Online Content】Upgraded Android TV 9.0 system with 2G+16GB of large memory & lightning fast 1.55GB MStar 4Core CPU, smart projector can download a varity of apps such as Prime Video/YouTube/Disney+, real-time intelligent push of the latest news and your favorite movies, TV shows, etc. Equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port, easily access to wired networks, you can enjoy faster and more stable network transmission, achieving a large screen online viewing experience. | 【Wifi and Bluetooth Projector】 Users can use wifi, bluetooth, HDMI cable, or other cables for wireless or wired projection. Wifi or wired connection can be use for projection and pictures or videos. The projector has inner stereo speakers, but if you pursue for better sound effect, you can connect earphone or speaker to the projector though bluetooth. 【High-quality Natibe 1080P 4K Supported Projector】 Projector can support 4k resolution via HDMI and 1080P via wireless connection. This projector has 16000 Lumens strong light source, HD lens, 50000 hours long lamp life, adjustable 30-300 inches big projection screen, latest color reproduction technology. Every detail on the screen is accurately restored to ensure a real and color-vibrant viewing effect. 【Multiple Devices Compatible Projector 】Our portable movie projector is fit for watch videos, photo sharing, football matches, play games, etc. It can be perfectly connected with TV Stick, iphone, android phone, Tablet, Laptop, audio, PC, USB Flash Disk, PS4, Gaming Consoles, etc. (Please note that due to copyright issue, you may need to use an HDMI cable to connect your laptop for screen mirroring services like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and others.) |
Screen Size | 17.78 Inches - 300 Inches | - |
Throw Distance | N/A - 12.5 Feet | - |
Contrast Ratio | 10000:1 or more | - |
Maximum Resolution | 1920X1080 Pixels | 3840 x 2160 |
Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
Brightness | 1000 lumen | - |
Display Type | LCD | DLP |
Picture Enhancement | HDR10+, DCI-P3 wide color gamut | - |
Other Features | *Do Not Support Focusing via Remote Control, 1350 ANSI Lumens, 2.4G/5G WiFi, WiFi 6,Native 1080P, 4K Support, Android 9.0, Bluetooth 5.0, RJ45 Ethernet Port, Ceiling Mountable, Digital Zoom, 4D Keystone | - |
Video Encoding | H.264, H.265, VP9, AV1 | H.264, H.265 |
Lamp Wattage | 20 Watts | - |
LightSource Life | 50000 Hours | - |
Controller Type | Button Control | - |
Control Method | Remote | - |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Ethernet | HDMI |
Compatible Devices | Television, Gaming Console, Speaker, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet | Laptop, Gaming Console, Television, Tablet, Smartphone |
Wattage | 180 Watt-hours | - |
Mount Type | Ceiling Mount/Table Mount/Wall Mount | Portable Mount |
Which to get
Hey everyone.I’m torn between two projectors and could really use your help deciding which one to go for. Here’s the scoop:
First up is the **ZCGIOBN Portable Projector**. It boasts **1350 ANSI brightness** and is native **1080P** with **4K decoding**. So, picture quality sounds top-notch, especially with that HDR10+ tech for vibrant colors. The **30W speakers** also seem impressive for sound quality, and it runs on **Android TV OS**, giving me access to a ton of streaming apps right out of the box. Downsides? It might be a bit bulkier for portability, and I’m curious about how well the built-in speakers actually perform in a larger space.
Then there's the **ZDK Portable Mini Projector**. It claims a whopping **16000 Lumens**, which sounds like it could outshine the ZCGIOBN, especially for outdoor use. It supports **4K resolution via HDMI** and offers a good range of connectivity options, including **Bluetooth**. However, the sound quality seems a bit more basic with inner stereo speakers, unless you connect an external device. The long lamp life is a definite plus, but I wonder if the picture quality will hold up in daylight compared to the other one.
So, what do you guys think? Should I go for the ZCGIOBN with its smart features and better sound, or the ZDK with its impressive brightness and versatility? Any personal experiences or insights would be greatly appreciated!
