Compare JMGO O2S Ultra vs TCL C1
In this technical comparison between the JMGO O2S Ultra and the TCL C1, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) for the O2S Ultra versus Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) for the C1.
Choosing between these two Projectors models often comes down to your budget, with prices around $2,799 - $2,999 and $249 / £249.
| Specifications |
JMGO O2S Ultra |
TCL C1 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | October 2025 | October 2025 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions & weight | 312 x 290 x 140 mm 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs) | 138.4 x 145.2 x 230.7 mm; 1.77 kg (3.9 lbs) |
| Mount (Ceiling / Desk) | Desk (UST placement) / Ceiling Mount supported | Integrated 285° Rotatable Gimbal (supports Floor, Desk, and Ceiling projection without a tripod); 1/4" screw mount included. |
| Noise level | < 26 dB | < 30 dB |
| Projection System | ||
| Technology | DLP (0.47" DMD Chip) | 1x 3" LCD TFT Panel (Fully Sealed Optical Engine) |
| Light Source | ||
| Type | MALC™ 3.0 RGB Pure Triple Laser | LED |
| Lifespan | > 30,000 hours | Up to 30,000 hours |
| Image | ||
| Native resolution | 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) | Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) |
| Brightness | 3,600 ISO Lumens | 230 ISO Lumens |
| Contrast ratio | 4,000:1 (Native) / 3,000,000:1 (Dynamic) | 1,500:1 (Native) / 2,000:1 (Dynamic) |
| Throw ratio / Distance | 0.16:1 (100" screen from just 16.8cm away) | 1.25:1 to 1.27:1 / 1.15 m to 3.3 m |
| Screen size | 80" – 150" | 40" to 120" (Best at 80"–100") |
| Lens & Adjustment | ||
| Focus | Instant Auto Focus | Automatic Focus |
| Zoom | Fixed (Digital zoom only) | Digital Zoom (No Optical Zoom) |
| Keystone | Instant Auto Keystone / Smart Image Flattening | Automatic (Vertical & Horizontal) --- Advanced Features: Auto Screen-Fit, Auto Obstacle Avoidance, and Eye Protection mode. |
| Lens shift | No (UST fixed lens) | - |
| Video | ||
| Max input resolution & FPS | 4K @ 60Hz / 120Hz | 4K UHD @ 60fps (Decodes and downscales to 1080p) |
| HDR support | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG | HDR10 |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker | 2 x 10W Dynaudio System (Dolby Atmos & DTS-HD) | 1 x 8 Watt (with Dolby Audio support) |
| Audio out | HDMI eARC / Bluetooth 5.2 / Optical | 3.5mm Headphone Jack; Bluetooth (supports Two-Way Bluetooth to use the projector as a wireless speaker) |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI / USB | 2x HDMI 2.1 (1x eARC), 1x USB-A 2.0 | 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 6 / Bluetooth 5.2 | Wi-Fi 5 (Dual-band 2.4/5GHz), Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Screen casting | Google Cast / AirPlay / Miracast | Google Cast (Chromecast built-in), AirPlay/DLNA via third-party apps |
| Smart | ||
| OS | Google TV (Native Netflix certified) | Google TV |
| App support | 10,000+ Apps via Google Play Store | Official Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, Disney+ (Access to 10,000+ apps via Google Play Store) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | < 240W | 65W (Standard) --- Battery: 60 Wh (Internal battery provides ~2 hours of runtime in portable mode) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Projector, EPP Portable Case, Remote, Power Adapter, Polishing Cloth | TCL C1 Projector, Remote Control, 2x AAA Batteries, AC Power Adapter/Cable, Quick Start Guide |
| Price | $2,799 - $2,999 | $249 / £249 |
| Full Details | O2S Ultra - Full Specifications | C1 - Full Specifications |