HP MC450
Magcubic HY450C

HP MC450 Magcubic HY450C

Common Features

  • Both products do not have a laser light source.
  • Both products have a dedicated smartphone app.
  • Both products do not display 3D with glasses.
  • Both products do not have motorized zoom.
  • Both products do not support HDR10+.
  • Both products have an 8-bit color depth.
  • Both products do not have manual focus.
  • Both products do not support Dolby Vision.
  • Both products do not support HDR10.
  • Both products do not support HLG.
  • Both products have 1 HDMI port.
  • Both products support AirPlay.
  • Both products have Bluetooth connectivity.
  • Both products support Wi-Fi.
  • Both products have 1 USB port.
  • Both products do not have a VGA connector.
  • Both products are DLNA-certified.
  • Both products do not have a DVI connector.
  • Both products do not have vertical lens shift.
  • Both products do not have horizontal lens shift.
  • Both products have a remote control.
  • Both products have a built-in smart TV.
  • Both products have a built-in speaker.
  • Both products do not support Dolby Atmos.
  • Both products do not have an external memory slot.
  • Both products do not support voice commands.

Main Differences

  • Output resolution is 720p on HP MC450 and 1080p on Magcubic HY450C.
  • Motorized focus is not available on HP MC450 but is present on Magcubic HY450C.
  • Maximum projection size is 90″ on HP MC450 and 150″ on Magcubic HY450C.
  • Minimum throw distance is 0.8 m on HP MC450 and 1 m on Magcubic HY450C.
  • Stereo speakers are not included on HP MC450 but are included on Magcubic HY450C.
  • Audio output power is 1 x 3W on HP MC450 and 2 x 5W on Magcubic HY450C.
  • A 3.5 mm audio jack socket is available on HP MC450 but not on Magcubic HY450C.
Specs Comparison
HP MC450

HP MC450

Magcubic HY450C

Magcubic HY450C

General info:
has laser light source
release date September 2025 September 2025
Has a dedicated smartphone app

Both the HP MC450 and the Magcubic HY450C have the same general features in terms of their light source and app support. Neither model features a laser light source, with both using traditional technologies instead.

Additionally, both products offer a dedicated smartphone app, providing users with mobile control and additional functionality for each projector. There are no differences in this aspect between the two models.

In summary, the HP MC450 and Magcubic HY450C share identical features in this group, with both lacking a laser light source and including a dedicated smartphone app.

Projection quality:
output resolution 720p 1080p
has motorized focus
displays 3D with glasses
maximum projection size 90" 150"
has motorized zoom
supports HDR10+
bit depth 8-bit 8-bit
has manual focus
minimum throw distance 0.8 m 1 m
supports Dolby Vision
supports HDR10
supports HLG

The HP MC450 and the Magcubic HY450C differ significantly in several projection quality specifications. The HP MC450 offers a 720p output resolution, while the Magcubic HY450C provides a higher 1080p resolution, making it more suitable for sharper images at a greater level of detail.

In terms of focus, the Magcubic HY450C includes a motorized focus, while the HP MC450 does not have any focus motorization, relying on manual adjustments. Both models do not feature motorized zoom and lack manual focus adjustment, but the HY450C's motorized focus is a standout feature in this category.

The maximum projection size also differs, with the HP MC450 supporting a maximum of 90 inches, whereas the Magcubic HY450C can project up to 150 inches, offering much larger image potential. Other aspects, such as 3D support, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG, are the same for both projectors, as neither supports these features. Additionally, the minimum throw distance is slightly closer for the HP MC450 at 0.8 meters, compared to 1 meter for the Magcubic HY450C.

Connectivity:
HDMI ports 1 1
has AirPlay
Has Bluetooth
supports Wi-Fi
USB ports 1 1
has a VGA connector
is DLNA-certified
has a DVI connector
RJ45 ports 0 0
Has S/PDIF Out port

The connectivity options for the HP MC450 and Magcubic HY450C are nearly identical. Both projectors come with 1 HDMI port, 1 USB port, and support for AirPlay, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. These features provide a good range of wireless and wired connection possibilities for both devices.

Neither model includes a VGA or DVI connector, and both are DLNA-certified, ensuring compatibility with a variety of devices and streaming services. Additionally, neither projector features an RJ45 port or S/PDIF Out port, which means they rely solely on wireless or HDMI connections for data transfer and audio output.

In summary, the HP MC450 and Magcubic HY450C offer virtually the same connectivity specifications, with no differences in the listed ports or wireless capabilities.

Features:
has stereo speakers
has lens shift (vertical)
has lens shift (horizontal)
has a remote control
has built-in smart TV
has a built-in speaker
audio output power 1 x 3W 2 x 5W
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
has Dolby Atmos
has an external memory slot
has voice commands

The HP MC450 and Magcubic HY450C differ in a few key features. The HP MC450 does not have stereo speakers, while the Magcubic HY450C does. In terms of audio output power, the HP MC450 has a single 3W speaker, whereas the Magcubic HY450C features dual 5W speakers, which could offer a more robust audio experience.

Both projectors have built-in smart TV capabilities, a remote control, and built-in speakers. However, the HP MC450 includes a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack, which the Magcubic HY450C lacks. Neither model supports Dolby Atmos, external memory slots, or voice commands, and neither has lens shift (vertical or horizontal), which limits flexibility in placement.

In summary, while both projectors have similar core features, the HP MC450 includes a 3.5 mm audio jack, whereas the Magcubic HY450C provides stereo speakers with higher audio output power.

Comparison Summary

This is a specification comparison between HP MC450 and Magcubic HY450C. Both projectors have a dedicated smartphone app, support AirPlay and Bluetooth, include a remote control, and feature a built-in smart TV with speaker. Key differences include output resolution which is 720p on HP MC450 and 1080p on Magcubic HY450C, maximum projection size of 90″ versus 150″, and minimum throw distance of 0.8 m versus 1 m. Additionally, motorized focus is available only on Magcubic HY450C, stereo speakers and higher audio output power are present on Magcubic HY450C, while the 3.5 mm audio jack is only on HP MC450.