Deciding on whether to buy a product like LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver or perhaps LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver vs LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector

LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver specs

LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver
 LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector specs

LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector
Type: Mini projector

Type: Mini projector

Resolution: 1280 x 720

Resolution: 1280 x 720

Technology: DLP

Technology: LED DLP

PROJECTION

PROJECTION

Projection type: Short throw

Projection type: Short throw

Screen size range: 20″ – 100″

Screen size range: 25″ – 100″

Projection range: – 38″ at 1 m
– 100″ at 3.3 m

Projection range: 0.77 – 3.08 m

Brightness: 250 lumens

Video standard: HD

Aspect ratio: 16:9

Brightness: 550 lumens

Contrast ratio: 100,000:1

Aspect ratio: – 16:9
– 4:3

Focus: Manual

Contrast ratio: 100,000:1

Keystone correction: Automatic

Focus: Manual

Start-up time: Instant on

3D ready: Passive 3D

AUDIO

Start-up time: Instant on

Other features: – Wireless mirroring
– Vertical Auto Keystone
– USB Plug & Play
– AV sync control

Number of speakers: 1

AUDIO
Audio power: 1 W

Sound enhancement : Dolby Surround Audio

Number of speakers: 2

CONNECTIVITY

Audio power: 2 W

CONNECTIVITY
Wireless connectivity: – Built-in WiFi
– Bluetooth

Video interface: – HDMI x 1
– MHL x 1

Wireless connectivity: No

USB: – USB 2.0 x 1
– USB Type-C x 1

Video interface: – HDMI MHL x 1
– RGB in x 1
– Composite x 1
– AV in x 1

Audio interface: 3.5 mm jack x 1

USB: USB Type A x 1

ENERGY

Audio interface: 3.5 mm jack

ENERGY
Energy consumption: 45 W

Noise level: 25 dB(A)

Energy consumption: 60 W

Lamp type and consumption: LED

Noise level: 24 dB

Lamp life: 30,000 hours

Lamp life: 30,000 hours

Energy saving features: Eco mode

Energy saving features: Eco mode

GENERAL

GENERAL

Mounting options: – Ceiling
– Tripod

Colour: White

Colour: White

Battery life: 2.5 hours

Battery life: 4 hours

Box contents: – LG PH550G HD Ready Mini Projector
– Remote control
– Carrying pouch
– AC power adapter
– User manual
– Warranty card

Box contents: – LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector
– Remote control
– Battery

Dimensions: 174 x 116 x 44 mm (H x W x D)

Dimensions: 36.5 x 85.5 x 147 mm (H x W x D)

Weight: 650 g

Weight: 490 g

Manufacturer’s guarantee : 3 years

Price: £249

Price: £349

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 9.3 / 10

Review Score: 8.2 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver or LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 47 products in the same category as LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver, which is the Projectors category. Of these 47 products the average price was £604.95, the most expensive was £3499 and the cheapest was just £39.95. We then looked at the price of the 47 in the same as the LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector, which of course the average was £604.95, top price was £3499 and cheapest £39.95.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from LG and LG, the average was £1297.96 for LG, £1297.96 for LG. The max for each was £9999.99/£9999.99 and minimum was £29.99/£29.99

Price analysis of LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver

Price analysis of LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector

  • LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver
  • HD Ready 720p
  • Screen size: Up to 100″
  • Short throw
  • Ideal for dark rooms
  • Connectivity: HDMI / USB / MHL
  • Top features: – Compact size for easy setup and transportation – Display photos and videos from your Android phone with Screen Share – Hook up your Bluetooth speakers for a superior wireless audio experience – 4 hour battery life, enough for two movies Compact size Portable entertainment doesn’t have to mean a smaller screen. The LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector is capable of projecting a 100‚Äù picture in HD quality while weighing little more than your tablet. It fits easily into your backpack, so you can watch movies in silver screen style wherever you go. And with wireless connectivity, you’ll be watching your favourite content in seconds. Display photos and videos from your Android phone Ditch the cumbersome cables and connect your Android phone wirelessly with Screen Share. As well as sharing your own photos and videos, it’s great for watching the latest viral videos doing the rounds on YouTube, or the box sets people are raving about on Netflix. And with wireless playback, you aren’t tethered to the projector when the pizza arrives. Hook up your Bluetooth speakers Add to your wireless entertainment hub by pairing your LG PH30JG with wireless speakers via Bluetooth. Whether you’re using a sound bar for movie night, a portable speaker for smaller gatherings, or watching a box set in bed with headphones, pairing Bluetooth audio with your projector is simple. Try matching your big screen with big sound for an even better viewing experience. 4 hour battery life Enjoy console gaming sessions and long films without the battery life worry in the back of your mind. The LG PH30JG lasts for up to 4 hours without needing juice, so you’re still able to binge-watch box sets and make it to the movie outtakes the same way you can with your TV. Don’t forget your accessories Get your Mini Projector set up in no time with a tripod, which is perfect for ensuring your projector is supported and sturdy throughout the film.
  • Product codes: 8806098027088
  • LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector
  • HD Ready 720p
  • Screen size: Up to 100″
  • Short throw
  • Ideal for dark rooms
  • Connectivity: HDMI / USB / MHL / Composite Video
  • Top features: – Take the big screen with you and project images up to 100‚Äù in size – Built in 2.5 hour battery and reliable 30,000 hour lamp life – Transfer wirelessly to Android devices or speakers using Bluetooth – Watch movies from a USB stick instantly thanks to USB Plug & Play Take the big screen with you Get a cinema-like experience wherever you go with the LG PH550G HD Ready Mini Projector and enjoy HD quality images up to 100‚Äù. Its lightweight and slim design lets you take it anywhere – just pop it in a bag and prepare to share. Built-in 2.5 hour battery A built-in battery provides up to 2.5 hours of playback time – enough to watch most movies and show off your favourite video clips with friends or family. A 30,000 hour lamp life provides long-lasting reliability. Transfer wirelessly The LG PH550G is Bluetooth compatible, letting you connect it to Bluetooth speakers or headphones, as well as your mobile device. Using screen mirroring you can project what’s on your Android smartphone display on the big screen. Watch movies from a USB stick Plug & Play lets you insert a USB memory stick into the projector so you can instantly watch movies, view photos, slideshows and presentations. And using DLP Link 3D glasses (sold separately) you can enjoy 3D content wherever you are. Don’t forget your accessories Get your Portable Projector set up in no time with a tripod from our accessories range, which is perfect for ensuring your projector is supported and sturdy throughout the film. And when you’re screening outside, a power bank is ideal for staying powered up.
  • Product codes: 8806087635201

What’s better LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver or LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector?

There are obviously a number of differences between LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver and LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £249 cost of LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver is closer to the expectation you had than the £349 pricep point of LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver and LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas LG PH550G Short Throw HD Ready Portable Projector scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Projectors as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



LG PH30JG Smart HD Ready Mini Projector, Silver



Rating:
8.93 out of
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