RCA RPJ136 vs Yoton Mini Projector: Which Offers Better 1080P Performance?

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Introduce​

Parameter	RCA RPJ136​	Yoton Mini Projector​
Picture​	​	​
Price​	$29.99​	$39.99​
Recommended Uses​	Home Cinema, Gaming​	Home Cinema​
Highlight​	Projection Technology: 3.97" Projection LCD Picture Size Range: 30" to 130" (Optimal: 37" to 100") Fan Noise Reduction: 5db Resolution Support: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576i, 480p, 480i Native Resolution: 800 x 480 Projection Surface: Any flat surface (screen, wall, ceiling, etc.) Lamp Life: 50,000 hours (approx. 22.8 years at 6 hours/day or 5.7 years at 24 hours/day)	Native Resolution: 1280x720 (720P) Supported Resolution: Full HD 1080P Brightness: 120 ANSI lumens Dimensions: 13.72x10.92x5.84 cm Weight: 420 grams Projection Size: Up to 120 inches (optimal 30 to 100 inches) Optimal Projection Distance: 1.3 to 3 meters Keystone Correction: ±15° vertical Zoom Function: 50% Connectivity: HDMI, USB, audio ports Compatibility: PCs, TV boxes, Firesticks, PS5, Xbox, USB sticks, DVDs WiFi/Bluetooth: Not supported Connection Type: Wired (Lightning cable required)

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	RCA RPJ136​	Yoton Mini Projector​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 150 Inches​	30 Inches - 100 Inches​
Throw Distance​	-​	1 Meters - 4 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	-​	5000:1​
Display Resolution​	via HDMI connection: 1920 x 1080​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	800 x 480​	1280 x 720​
Brightness​	33 Lumen​	5500 Lumen​
Display Type​	-​	LCD​
Picture Enhancement​	-​	LCD 3.0​

Features​

Parameter	RCA RPJ136​	Yoton Mini Projector​
Video Encoding​	-​	AVI/MP4/MKV/MOV/MPEG1/MPEG2/H.264/XVID​
Lamp Wattage​	-​	3 Watts​
Light Source Life​	50000 Hours​	6000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Button Control​	Remote Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Wall Mount​	Ceiling/Tripod/Floor/Wall/Tabletop Mount​
Other Features​	Portable​	LCD 3.0 Tech, High bright, Max support 1080P, Mini size, Speakers​

Connectivity​

Parameter	RCA RPJ136​	Yoton Mini Projector​
Connectivity Technology​	HDMI​	USB, HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	VGA, HDMI, USB 2.0​	USB, HDMI​
Compatible Devices​	Blue ray, DVD , Streaming​	iPhone, Fire TV Stick, PC, PS5, Android​

Measurements​

Parameter	RCA RPJ136​	Yoton Mini Projector​
L x W x H​	12.5"L x 7.5"W x 4"H​	5.4"L x 4.3"W x 2.3"H​
Item Weight​	-​	420 Grams​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
RCA RPJ136​	Pros: • Great value for a cheap projector • Easy setup with HDMI connection • Decent picture quality in dark rooms • Sufficient brightness even in ambient light • Good color reproduction for casual viewing • Decent sound volume for TV shows • Adjustable features like zoom and keystone correction Cons: • Limited to native 480p resolution, upscaling to 720p • Sound quality could be enhanced with external speakers • Image edges can be fuzzy despite center clarity • Fan noise is noticeable at times Overall Impression: This mini projector offers an impressive performance-to-price ratio, making it a fantastic choice for budget-conscious consumers. While it may not deliver the highest image quality or sound fidelity, its ease of use, decent brightness, and adjustability features make it a solid option for casual viewing. Perfect for those looking for a portable solution without breaking the bank.
Yoton Mini Projector​	Pros: • Super compact design, easy to set up and store • Bright output in dark or dim settings • True 720p resolution, good for basic video playback • Can play MP4 video files directly from a USB drive • Optical keystone correction for easy image adjustment Cons: • Unable to use streaming apps via HDMI connection • Reports of overheating during use • Reliability issues with multiple units failing after short use • Limited brightness compared to full-size projectors, particularly with lights on Overall Impression: This projector offers a compact and relatively bright option for basic video playback, particularly for decorative purposes like projecting onto curtains. However, its functionality is hampered by significant reliability issues, inability to stream content, and overheating problems. Given these concerns, especially with the product's durability, it may not be a reliable choice for consistent use.