CHIGZ TECH • PROJECTORS • 2026

TCL C1

Chigz Tech Score: 79/100

TCL C1 is a projector that stands out for very affordable and compact and easy to move between rooms.

Chigz verdict: With a Chigz Tech Score of 79/100, TCL C1 is a strong projector, especially for very affordable and compact and easy to move between rooms. The main compromise is very low brightness requires a dark room.

Key specifications

Battery: NONE
RAM: 2GB
Storage: 16GB
Brightness: 290 ANSI
Projector type: COMPACT

Pros

Very affordable
Compact and easy to move between rooms
Google TV with native Netflix
Auto focus, keystone, screen fit and obstacle avoidance
Decent dark-scene contrast for its class

Cons

Very low brightness requires a dark room
Colours are inaccurate out of the box with limited colour volume
High input lag makes it a poor gaming choice
Limited to 1080p at 60Hz
No optical zoom, lens shift or built-in battery

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