TCL PlayCube Portable Mini Projector, 1080p DLP, 750 ANSI Lumens

Mini ANSI Lumens: The TCL PlayCube is a compact portable projector listed with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, built-in speaker and automatic image adjustments. Its small stated footprint and tabletop setup suit moveable home viewing, while the listing’s conflicting resolution, 4K, brightness and power claims need checking before purchase.

At a glance

Listing describes automatic focus, keystone correction, screen alignment and obstacle avoidance.
The feature text claims Google TV, Netflix access, phone or tablet screen mirroring and voice control.
Manufacturer copy says the projector can rotate 90° for different viewing angles.
The listing describes rechargeable operation and a built-in battery, but gives no runtime.

Price

£489.30Save 30%

Reference price: ~~£699.00~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Compact dimensions and portable form factor support moving the projector between rooms or locations.
Automatic focus and keystone adjustment can reduce manual setup when repositioning it.
HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and a 3.5 mm audio connection are listed.

Technical specifications

23 specifications

Identity
Brand	TCL

Display and video
Screen technology listed	LED
Listed native resolution	1920 x 1080
Maximum display resolution listed	1920 x 1080 Pixels
Brightness	750 Lumen
Maximum white brightness listed	750 ANSI Lumens
Contrast ratio listed	1000000:1 Pixels
HDR	HDR
Video formats listed	H.265,H.264, MPEG2/4, VC1, VP8, VP9, AV1
Maximum image size	150 Inches
Minimum image size	30 Inches
Minimum throw distance	0.8 Metres
Maximum throw distance	4.13 Metres
Average life span	20000 Hours

Connectivity and controls
Connections listed	3.5mm Jack, Bluetooth, HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi
Hardware connections listed	3.5mm Audio, HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A
Control methods listed	Remote, Voice
Compatible devices	Laptop, Smartphone, Speaker, Tablet, Television

Power and audio
Wattage listed	100 watts
Lamp wattage listed	85 Watts

Dimensions and installation
Form factor	Portable
Mounting type listed	Tabletop Mount
Dimensions	15L x 14.2W x 9.7H centimetres

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Listing details are inconsistent or unconfirmed: the title calls it native 1080P DLP, the specifications list LED and 1920 x 1080, and promotional text also calls it a 4K projector or 4K-supported. Check whether 4K refers to input support rather than native resolution. Brightness appears as 750 Lumen and 750 ANSI Lumens, while listed wattage is 100 watts and lamp wattage is 85 Watts. The feature copy claims up to 85 watts of audio output, which conflicts with those power listings. Confirm the selected model’s specifications before buying. The explicit contents list includes a carrying bag, while the separate carry-case claim does not establish that a case is included.

What’s in the box

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BatteryIncluded
Carrying bagIncluded
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Who is it for?

A good fit for

Buyers wanting a small tabletop projector with automatic focus and keystone adjustment.
People seeking flexible indoor or outdoor viewing and willing to confirm battery runtime and required setup conditions.
Viewers who want listed HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections, plus stated phone or tablet mirroring.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a verified 4K native display or a clearly established 4K input specification.
Anyone relying on a confirmed battery runtime, brightness in a particular viewing environment or guaranteed case inclusion.

TCL PlayCube Portable Mini Projector, 1080p DLP, 750 ANSI Lumens · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 8 ratings

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4 stars46%46%
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The supplied feedback consists only of aggregate ratings, which are mostly in the four- and five-star categories across a small sample. That is a mildly positive signal, but it does not reveal what customers liked or disliked. It cannot settle the listing’s conflicting resolution, brightness or power details, or establish battery runtime.

Frequently asked questions

Is the PlayCube a native 1080p projector or a 4K projector?

The title says native 1080P and the specifications list 1920 x 1080. Other promotional text calls it 4K or 4K-supported without clarifying whether that means input support. Confirm the exact resolution and 4K handling for the selected listing.

Does it include a carrying case?

The explicit box contents list names a carrying bag. A separate listing highlight claims a carry case, so confirm which case, if any, is included with the selected offer.

Can it run from its built-in battery?

Promotional text describes it as rechargeable and with a built-in battery, but no battery runtime or operating conditions are provided.

What connections and adjustments are listed?

The specifications list HDMI, USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and a 3.5 mm jack. The feature text also describes automatic focus, keystone correction, screen alignment and obstacle avoidance.