Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air vs LG CineBeam PF510Q
Buy the LG CineBeam PF510Q if brightness and a simple, long-life LED light source matter most; it is the brighter of the two at 600 lumens versus 400. Buy the Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air if you want built-in streaming smarts and Google Assistant, plus HDMI and USB inputs. Both are 1080p DLP portables, so the choice comes down to light output versus smart features and ports.
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Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air
Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air Portable Projector
Choose the Nebula Mars 3 Air if you want a projector with Google Assistant, Wi-Fi streaming and HDMI/USB inputs for sticks and consoles.
- Google Assistant voice control built in
- HDMI and USB let you plug in sticks, consoles and drives
- Wi-Fi for streaming apps without extra hardware
- 1080p DLP picture
What separates them
| Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air | LG CineBeam PF510Q | |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness | 400 lumens | 600 lumens |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Display type | DLP | DLP |
| Light source | LED (lamp-free) | LED light source |
| Smart assistant | Google Assistant built in | Not listed |
| Wired inputs | HDMI and USB | Not listed; Bluetooth wireless |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi | Bluetooth |
| Color | Black | White |
Price history
- Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air: lowest $519.99 on Nov 1 at soundcore US.
- LG CineBeam PF510Q: lowest $389.00 on Nov 2 at eBay.
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Specs compared
| Spec | Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air | LG CineBeam PF510Q |
|---|---|---|
| Display Type | DLP | DLP |
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, HDMI, USB | Bluetooth |
| Color | Black | White |
| Brightness | 400 lumen | 600 lumen |
| Assistant Support | Google Assistant | — |
| LED Light Source | — | Yes |
What reviewers say
LG CineBeam PF510Q
Owners treat the PF510Q as a good-value dark-room projector: sharp 1080p image, easy portability and quiet running. Most complaints center on brightness and the small built-in speaker.
- BrightnessCriticisedOwners say 600 lumens only works well in a dark room and looks washed out with lights on.
- Picture sharpnessPraisedReviewers call the native 1080p image crisp for a projector this small.
- PortabilityPraisedBuyers like that it is light enough to carry between rooms or take outside.
- SoundCriticised
Questions and answers
- Which is brighter, the Mars 3 Air or the PF510Q?
- The LG CineBeam PF510Q is brighter at 600 lumens versus 400 for the Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air. That matters most in a room you cannot fully darken.
- Which one is better for streaming without extra devices?
- The Mars 3 Air. It has Wi-Fi and Google Assistant built in, while the PF510Q lists only Bluetooth and no streaming platform.
- Can I plug in a game console or streaming stick?
- On the Mars 3 Air, yes, through its HDMI and USB ports. The PF510Q does not list HDMI or USB inputs, so plan on a wireless or external source.
- Do both use lamps that need replacing?
- No. Both are LED-based DLP projectors, so neither uses a traditional replaceable lamp. LG explicitly lists an LED light source; Anker's Mars line is also LED.
- Which is better for a bright room?
- The PF510Q, because 600 lumens beats 400. Neither is a high-brightness projector, so a dim room still helps both.
- Is one worth the extra money?
- That depends on price at the store you buy from. If the Mars 3 Air costs more, you are paying for smart features and ports; if the PF510Q costs more, you are paying for brightness.