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BenQ MH530FHD 1080P Home Theater Projector | 3300 Lumens | 3D Compatible | Keystone | 1.2X Zoom
Brand | BenQ |
Special Feature | 3d Ready |
Connectivity Technology | HDMI |
Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Display Resolution Maximum | 1920 x 1200 |
About this item
- Clear and sharp picture quality: 1080p resolution renders a sharp image Only Ban projectors can deliver
- Know the difference: our high Native contrast ratio delivers a greater picture than other projectors claiming a higher dynamic contrast Ratio
- Long lasting: projector lamp life up to 10, 000 hours meaning you can enjoy 4 hours of entertainment everyday and have it last 10+ years
- Bright for any environment: 3300 lumens gives you the ability to watch in your living room or backyard with ambient lighting
- Flexible installation: vertical keystone correction and a 1. 2x zoom allows easy installation. Optimal sound If paired with external speakers
- Optimal audio is paired with an external speaker through the 3. 5mm jack
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Brightness | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 | — | 4.5 |
Picture quality | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.4 | — | 4.3 |
Value for money | 4.4 | — | 4.9 | 4.5 | — | 3.6 |
Remote Control | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.0 | — | — |
Sold By | — | BenQ INFTY Lab | GooDee-US | NexiGo USA | PCNation | Adorama |
hardware interface | usb, hdmi, vga, audio video port | hdmi | hdmi, usb, 3 5 mm audio | usb, hdmi, audio video port | — | hdmi, usb2.0 a |
display resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | 1980 x 1080 | 1920 X 1080 | 1920x1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
brightness | 3300 | 3800 | 600 | 700 | — | 3200 |
native resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
image contrast ratio | 15000:1 | 15000:1 | — | — | 500000:1 | 16:9 |
max throw distance | 1.37 meters | 5 feet | 12 feet | — | 15 feet | 5 meters |
min throw distance | 1.64 meters | 8 feet | 3 feet | — | 6 feet | 2.5 meters |
From the manufacturer
Home Entertainment Made Easy for the Family
Ultra-high brightness with Full HD 1080p
At a brightness of 3300 lumens, the BenQ MH535FHD projector ensures brilliant color performance making it ideal for home entertainment such as movies and sports.Showcase Full-HD content in 1080p definition combined with a high contrast ratio of 15000:1, so you can enjoy Blu-ray, video and HD broadcasting in beautiful, high-contrast quality without down scaling or compression.
Key Features
- 3300 ANSI Lumens
- 1920 x 1080 Full HD Resolution
- 15000:1 Contrast Ratio
Brilliant Visual Quality
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Perfect Picture QualityShine bright with this 300 ANSI Lumen projector in 1080p and a sharp contrast of 15,000:1. |
Big Screen FunEnjoy at 100” screen. Short-throw technology and a 1.2 big zoom allows the projector to be positioned in small spaces with hassle free installation. |
Crisp Full HD 1080p for Expanded ViewingFull HD 1080p resolution offers enhanced productivity for professional presentations. The two-megapixel high resolution delivers ultra-sharp readability, enhanced picture detail, and additional presentation real estate for expanded content. |
Setup with Hassle-Free Installation
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Easy SetupA dedicated Quick Install button instantly accesses installation-friendly functions including keystone adjustment. |
Long LastingOptimized projector lamp life up to 15,000 hours with SmartEco technology. |
Connectivity2 x HDMI gives you connectivity to your HD and streaming content. |
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Series | Home Entertainment | CineHome | Home Entertainment | CineHome | Home Entertainment | Home Entertainment |
Native Resolution | 1080p | 1080p | 1080p | 1080p | 1080p | 1080p |
Brightness (Lumens) | 3500 | 2200 | 3000 | 2200 | 3300 | 3600 |
HDTV Rec. 709 | 95% | 96% | 92% | 96% | 86% | 86% |
Low Input Lag (16ms) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Throw and Zoom Ratio | 1.15~1.5 / 1.1x | 1.15~1.5 / 1.3x | 0.69~0.83 / 1.2x | 0.69~0.83 / 1.2x | 1.37~1.64 / 1.2x | 1.37~1.64 / 1.2x |
Keystone | Vertical | Vertical + Horizontal | Vertical | Vertical | Vertical | Vertical |
Connectivity | HDMI x 2 | HDMI x 2 | HDMI x 2 | HDMI x 2 | HDMI x 2 | HDMI x 2 |
Light Source Life (Hours by Mode) | 4000/10000/15000 (Mode Based) | 3500/5000/7000 (Mode Based) | 4000/10000/15000 (Mode Based) | 3500/5000/7000 (Mode Based) | 4500/6000/10000 (Mode Based) | 4500/6000/15000 (Mode Based) |
Built in Speakers | 10W x 1 | 10W x 1 (MaxxAudio) | 5W x 1 | 10W x 2 | 2W x 1 | 2W x 1 |
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Product Dimensions | 13.09 x 8.44 x 3.9 inches |
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Item Weight | 7.91 pounds |
ASIN | B071VT7LPC |
Item model number | MH530FHD |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,250 in Video Projectors |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | May 19, 2017 |
Manufacturer | BenQ |
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Main Specifications Resolution - 1080p, 1920 x 1080Brightness (ANSI lumens) - 3300Contrast Ratio (FOFO) - 15000: 1Speaker - 2W x 1All Specifications Display Projection System - DLP Resolution - 1080p, 1920 x 1080Resolution Support -VGA(640 x 480) to WUXGA_RB(1920 x 1200) *RB-Reduced Blanking Brightness (ANSI lumens) - 3300Contrast Ratio (FOFO) - 15000: 1Display Color - 30 Bits (1, 07 billion colors)Native Aspect Ratio - Native 16: 9 (5 aspect ratio selectable)Light Source - Lamplight Source Wattage - 203WLight Source Life - Normal 4500 hr., Economic 6000 hr., Smart Eco 10000 hr Optical Throw Ratio - 1. 37-1. 64 (60"@ 1. 82m)Zoom Ratio - 1. 2XLens - (7G all glass optical lens) F=2. 42-2. 62, f=19. 0-22. 65Keystone Adjustment - 1D, Vertical +/- 40 degrees Projection Offset - 107%&plasmin; 5%Clear Image Size (Diagonal) - 60"~300"Image Size - 30"~300"Horizontal Frequency - 15K~102KHzVertical Scan Rate - 23~120KHzAudioSpeaker - 2W x 1InterfacePC (D-Sub) - 2Monitor Out (D-Sub) - 1Composite Video in (RCA) - 1HDMI - 2 (1. 4a)USB Type mini B - 1 (Download & Page up/down)Audio in (3. 5mm Mini Jack) - 1Audio out (3. 5mm Mini Jack) - 1RS232 (DB-9pin) - 1IR Receiver - 1 (Front)Security Bar 1CompatibilityHDTV Compatibility - 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080pVideo Compatibility - NTSC, PAL, SECAM Environment Power Supply - AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Typical Power Consumption - 252W(Normal)Standby Power Consumption - Acoustic Noise (Typ. /Eco. ) - 32/29 dB, C ski: Operating Temperature - 0~40℃Dimension and Weight Dimensions (W x H x D)(mm) - 13. 09 x 9. 5 x 3. 9 (in) | 332. 4 x 241. 3 x 99 (mm)Net Weight (Kg/ lbs.) - 2. 42 Kg(5. 33lb)Accessories (Standard)Carton - Brown carton, hand carry type Remote Control w/ Battery - 1 (RCX013)Power Cord (by region) - Yes User Manual CD - Yes Quick Start Guide - Yes Card (by region) - Yes GA(D-sub 15pin) Cable Yes Accessories (Optional)Spare Lamp Kit - Yes Universal Ceiling Mount - Yes3D Glasses Yes OSDOSD Language - 28L
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Customers like the ease of use, brightness, and performance of the video projector. For example, they mention it's easy to setup, has a variety of connections, and the menu is easy to use. That said, some complain about the noise and settings.
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Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the video projector. They mention that it produces a bright, crisp picture, with incredible color saturation. The picture is bright around dusk, and crystal clear. The 1080p resolution makes a big difference, and the projector is nice.
"...The picture is incredibly clear. We have it projecting onto a 100 inch Elite screen and it is just as clear and bright as the TV at night time...." Read more
"...Pros:1. Color is very good right our of the box. I don't need to do much adjustment.2. Easy to install...." Read more
"...Pros:Very Very sharp and great picture. 1080p seems legit.Bright - I was worried about lumens at first as this was my first projector...." Read more
"...Time will tell how well this projector lasts but it’s looking good out of the box. Fairly quiet on Eco mode as well...." Read more
Customers like the brightness of the video projector. They say that it is bright, but still be careful of other lighting in the room. The eco bulb mode is really bright, and daytime viewing is more than acceptable. The lumen count works great, and the projector is awesome so you can use it in day or night.
"...The eco bulb mode is really bright. We have used this day or night and we just leave it on the eco mode and it has been great...." Read more
"...3. Bright with 3300 lumens, so I can use it even during the daytime without blackout the windows. A big improvement compare with my old one.4...." Read more
"...TL;DR - Good projector for the price, very sharp and bright for projector range, be prepared to solve the audio problem with external hardware, as..." Read more
"...The 1080p native resolution is great for my uses. It’s nice and bright on my wall with the curtains closed and even with a bit of ambient light from..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the video projector. They say it's one of the best budget home cinema projectors they have ever purchased, with excellent resolution and brightness for the price. Customers also mention that the picture quality is great for the money.
"...A big improvement compare with my old one.4. Price, comparatively low price in 1080p projectors.Cons:1...." Read more
"...TL;DR - Good projector for the price, very sharp and bright for projector range, be prepared to solve the audio problem with external hardware, as..." Read more
"...This projector is just so-so in every way. Sure it's good for the price-range, but do yourself a favor and at least try a more expensive projector...." Read more
"...This is obviously not the best projector you’ll ever see, but at the price point, it’s incredible...." Read more
Customers find the video projector easy to use. They mention it's very easy to setup, use the menu, and mount on a mount.
"...I don't need to do much adjustment.2. Easy to install. The installation is pretty standard and easily fitted with three screws.3...." Read more
"...Menu Interface - It was very easy to navigate and set up the settings I wanted...." Read more
"This product just arrived. Easy to mount on my mount. I am replacing another BenQ TH670 which lasted three years before the ballast died...." Read more
"...For all the goodness of the picture quality and ease of use, it falls short in audio. The audio out port is weak in terms of power...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the video projector. They mention that it does well for online video, it's watchable in the daytime, but so much better in the dark, and that it'll work decently well in day light hours. It's the perfect unit for mid to serious picture quality buffs, and it looks and works good. It also does very well at indoor movies, outdoor movies, and business presentations.
"...But I didn't want one.Did I mention the picture quality? It is amazing...." Read more
"...The 1080p native resolution is great for my uses. It’s nice and bright on my wall with the curtains closed and even with a bit of ambient light from..." Read more
"...It does very well at indoor movies, outdoor movies, and business presentations." Read more
"...and google play with ease and a small external speaker which works perfectly for sound, though the projector does have speakers...." Read more
Customers like the gaming capabilities of the video projector. For example, they mention it's an excellent home theater projector, awesome for gaming and movies, and a great starter projector for home theater setups. Some say it'll be the best 1080p starter projecto out there. Overall, most are satisfied with the gaming performance of the product.
"...Good starting score though!" Read more
"...This is a great starter projector if you enjoy movies at home but want a more immerse experience with bigger screen...." Read more
"...more, but it doesn't change the fact that this is a great entry-level home theater projector and deserves a good rating!" Read more
"...It does struggle with sunlight, but it was expected. Great for movies and sports, I have not gamed on it yet. Setup was easy and straightforward." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the video projector. Some mention that it is very quiet and has an excellent picture, while others say that it's not loud enough sometimes to watch a movie, the audio is poor, and they can hear the fan noise.
"...The only possible downside is the speakers on this one are really quiet. I mean even at full volume and right next to it, you can hardly hear it...." Read more
"...Fairly quiet on Eco mode as well. For the reviewer complaining about the low volume, the projector comes out of the box on a medium volume setting...." Read more
"...Cons:1. You can hear the fan noise if used a computer monitor. No problem in watching movies.2...." Read more
"It is very quiet and has an excellent picture. I love the connections available on it, but I am very disappointed with the audio out...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the settings of the video projector. Some mention that it has easy settings to adjust screen and resolution, while others say that it's difficult to navigate and set up the settings they want. The projector automatically adjusts the screen size to match what is being shown, and it'll be nearly calibrated right out of the box. However, some customers report issues with the settings, saying that it only lets you adjust vertically and there's no horizontal shift.
"...It also automatically adjusts the screen size to match what is being shown (4:3, 16:9, etc).The zoom is really helpful...." Read more
"...the OS: the keystone feature is extremely rudimentary, only letting you adjust vertically, not side or angles...." Read more
"...Menu Interface - It was very easy to navigate and set up the settings I wanted...." Read more
"...The lens also has a heavy upwards bias with no way to adjust it. I had the projector on a shelf above my bed...." Read more
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At first I was looking at one of the Epson projectors because I was really worried about the DLP and the rainbow effect I have read about. We are using it in a room with some windows though and this one had a higher brightness rating on it. I also figured I could just send it back if the rainbow thing was an issue. No one in our family has noticed any rainbow effects and we have watched several different kinds of movies and shows.
I was also looking at getting the Optoma HD143X because it was the same price point and had a lot of good reviews. I went with this one because I like the brand name and the fan was rated as quieter. I don't know what the Optoma's fan is like, but this one is incredibly quiet. We don't have it mounted on the ceiling yet so we are sitting right next to it and you can't even hear the fan going at all. I think it looks nicer than the Optoma one too.
The only possible downside is the speakers on this one are really quiet. I mean even at full volume and right next to it, you can hardly hear it. They are almost as quiet as the fan. But we have a separate speaker system hooked up so that wasn't one of the things we were looking for anyway.
Several nice features:
It can project from behind a screen (flips the picture sideways). We don't plan on using this, but it was a cool feature I didn't know it could do.
It can project upside down for when we mount it on the ceiling.
It automagically switches between inputs based on which one is turned on and showing a picture. This was an unexpectedly nice feature because we have several items hooked up to it and the projector just switches inputs on its own to whichever one we turn on.
It also automatically adjusts the screen size to match what is being shown (4:3, 16:9, etc).
The zoom is really helpful. We have a 100 inch screen and as long as this projector is within a foot or so of the 11 foot distance sweet spot for that size, you can just zoom to make the picture bigger or smaller to match the screen size. It doesn't change the picture quality or the focus at all. It just changes the size of the picture. That is going to be really helpful for mounting it because I am sure we won't get it in the exact right place down to the inch. So the zoom can make up for that.
The eco bulb mode is really bright. We have used this day or night and we just leave it on the eco mode and it has been great.
There isn't a lens cover. But I didn't want one.
Did I mention the picture quality? It is amazing. I'm no videophile, but at night on a decent screen, this thing really looks as good as a regular TV. I am sure the more expensive projectors are somehow better, but I don't see how, and whatever small difference they might have couldn't justify the huge price difference to me.
Pros:
1. Color is very good right our of the box. I don't need to do much adjustment.
2. Easy to install. The installation is pretty standard and easily fitted with three screws.
3. Bright with 3300 lumens, so I can use it even during the daytime without blackout the windows. A big improvement compare with my old one.
4. Price, comparatively low price in 1080p projectors.
Cons:
1. You can hear the fan noise if used a computer monitor. No problem in watching movies.
2. Some rainbow effects; however, it looks like my eyes adapted to it after a few uses.
All in all, MH530FHD is a very solid 1080p home theater projector. I don't think you can find a better one for this purpose and in the same price range.
Pros:
Very Very sharp and great picture. 1080p seems legit.
Bright - I was worried about lumens at first as this was my first projector. The 3300 was plenty bright. For Outdoor movies, at dusk light, it looked great.
Menu Interface - It was very easy to navigate and set up the settings I wanted. Make sure to change the default picture from presentation to cinema mode for movies.
Cons:
Rainbow Effect - I did notice rainbow effect for some movies while others were just fine. I need to do some more investigation here. Not a huge mark down however as i only noticed it with one movie (Rogue One via Amazon Fire Stick)
Audio - The native speaker is only 2 wats so obviously not nearly strong enough for any setting really, but what disapointed me was when trying to take audio out from the projector to an external speaker via 3.5m or A/V the power was significantly reduced as to what volume I could acheive. It tried to take audio out to a sound bar, and a few other external speakers to no avail. In order to get a strong audio here you must do one of the 2 options AFAIK: 1 - take the sound out to an amplified source like a guitar amp, or 2 - take the hdmi signal to a receiver or HDMI splitter with audio extractor first so that the audio never goes into the projector itself, only the external speaker. This way you bypass the audio limitations of the projector. I suspect most people looking for a permanent solution do this already, just know its not a simple audio out solution so you will need to invest in more things for a good experience.
TL;DR - Good projector for the price, very sharp and bright for projector range, be prepared to solve the audio problem with external hardware, as well as an occasional rainbow effect with the DLP
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2018
Pros:
Very Very sharp and great picture. 1080p seems legit.
Bright - I was worried about lumens at first as this was my first projector. The 3300 was plenty bright. For Outdoor movies, at dusk light, it looked great.
Menu Interface - It was very easy to navigate and set up the settings I wanted. Make sure to change the default picture from presentation to cinema mode for movies.
Cons:
Rainbow Effect - I did notice rainbow effect for some movies while others were just fine. I need to do some more investigation here. Not a huge mark down however as i only noticed it with one movie (Rogue One via Amazon Fire Stick)
Audio - The native speaker is only 2 wats so obviously not nearly strong enough for any setting really, but what disapointed me was when trying to take audio out from the projector to an external speaker via 3.5m or A/V the power was significantly reduced as to what volume I could acheive. It tried to take audio out to a sound bar, and a few other external speakers to no avail. In order to get a strong audio here you must do one of the 2 options AFAIK: 1 - take the sound out to an amplified source like a guitar amp, or 2 - take the hdmi signal to a receiver or HDMI splitter with audio extractor first so that the audio never goes into the projector itself, only the external speaker. This way you bypass the audio limitations of the projector. I suspect most people looking for a permanent solution do this already, just know its not a simple audio out solution so you will need to invest in more things for a good experience.
TL;DR - Good projector for the price, very sharp and bright for projector range, be prepared to solve the audio problem with external hardware, as well as an occasional rainbow effect with the DLP
Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2019
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I am using this projector to set up a mini home theater in my office/study/guest-room. The projector is currently resting upside-down on a high shelf, projecting a 100" diagonal image to a rigid screen temporarily rigged from 1/8" white hardboard.
The projector controls are only slightly clunky, and have extensive options for tweaking the image and other settings. Quite easy to figure it all out. Pity the remote control isn't backlit, but it works very well, and is mostly only used for turning the projector on/off.
Picture quality is excellent! Under anything but the brightest conditions, it rivals a big LCD TV. Except it doesn't take up the same permanent space that a big TV would. So huge win there.
The fan noise is louder than expected. Everyone says "whisper quiet", but that's not really true. It's more like a Very Loud whisper, or a loud computer fan from 10 years ago, or a quite loud home forced-air heating system. The fan is variable speed, driven by temperature. The freer/cooler the airflow, the quieter the fan. Noise perception does vary depending on which side of the projector one is nearest: the side furthest from the projector lens is the loudest. All of that said, once a movie is playing with sound through my 5.1 speakers, the fan is quickly forgotten. But it is there.
The included power cord is short. No HDMI cable in the package, but instead they include a VGA cable {!?!?) for those who just HAVE to use modern tech with 20-year old computers. :) No USB or USB-power ports on the the projector, and no 12V accessory power either: so don't plan to use this to drive any other home theater automation. This projector also lacks automatic "power on signal" for HDMI connections, though it does have it for the VGA inputs.
The built-in single speaker is useless, and while there is a 3.5mm stereo audio output, there is no digital passthrough or SPDIF/TosLink output, so the sound has to be split away from the HDMI at the source or with an HDMI splitter. No problem for us here, as our PVR has optical out for sound.
The first attached photo shows it in a bright, partially sunlit room, with a sliver of direct sunlight on the screen.
I have tried this projector side-by-side with the similarly spec'd Optoma HD27: similar fan noise levels, similar brightness, but the Optoma remote control is horrible in every way, and that projector emits a constant high frequency whine that drove me to return it to the store after less than 10 minutes of use.
I also compared it to the incredibly cheap and feature-filled, but also very dim (200 ANSI lumens), ABOX A6, and the BenQ is obviously a LOT LOT LOT brighter, and about half the noise level of the ABOX A6.
4 stars (docked one for the noise and lack of USB). I paid CAD$580.
Reviewed in Canada on November 8, 2018
I am using this projector to set up a mini home theater in my office/study/guest-room. The projector is currently resting upside-down on a high shelf, projecting a 100" diagonal image to a rigid screen temporarily rigged from 1/8" white hardboard.
The projector controls are only slightly clunky, and have extensive options for tweaking the image and other settings. Quite easy to figure it all out. Pity the remote control isn't backlit, but it works very well, and is mostly only used for turning the projector on/off.
Picture quality is excellent! Under anything but the brightest conditions, it rivals a big LCD TV. Except it doesn't take up the same permanent space that a big TV would. So huge win there.
The fan noise is louder than expected. Everyone says "whisper quiet", but that's not really true. It's more like a Very Loud whisper, or a loud computer fan from 10 years ago, or a quite loud home forced-air heating system. The fan is variable speed, driven by temperature. The freer/cooler the airflow, the quieter the fan. Noise perception does vary depending on which side of the projector one is nearest: the side furthest from the projector lens is the loudest. All of that said, once a movie is playing with sound through my 5.1 speakers, the fan is quickly forgotten. But it is there.
The included power cord is short. No HDMI cable in the package, but instead they include a VGA cable {!?!?) for those who just HAVE to use modern tech with 20-year old computers. :) No USB or USB-power ports on the the projector, and no 12V accessory power either: so don't plan to use this to drive any other home theater automation. This projector also lacks automatic "power on signal" for HDMI connections, though it does have it for the VGA inputs.
The built-in single speaker is useless, and while there is a 3.5mm stereo audio output, there is no digital passthrough or SPDIF/TosLink output, so the sound has to be split away from the HDMI at the source or with an HDMI splitter. No problem for us here, as our PVR has optical out for sound.
The first attached photo shows it in a bright, partially sunlit room, with a sliver of direct sunlight on the screen.
I have tried this projector side-by-side with the similarly spec'd Optoma HD27: similar fan noise levels, similar brightness, but the Optoma remote control is horrible in every way, and that projector emits a constant high frequency whine that drove me to return it to the store after less than 10 minutes of use.
I also compared it to the incredibly cheap and feature-filled, but also very dim (200 ANSI lumens), ABOX A6, and the BenQ is obviously a LOT LOT LOT brighter, and about half the noise level of the ABOX A6.
4 stars (docked one for the noise and lack of USB). I paid CAD$580.