Is it worth it to buy a 4K projector? We think yes! In addition to the ability to display more detail onscreen, a 4K projector lets you sit closer to a bigger screen and the image will be clearer. However…
Not all “4K” Projectors are created equal.
While some projectors can reproduce true 4K resolution, others can just accept 4K content and use techniques to get improved results out of an HD resolution display. A native 4K projector has a native resolution of either 4096 x 2160 (8.8 million individual pixels) or 3840 x 2160 (8.3 million individual pixels).
A 4K pixel shifting projector uses imagers that contain are less than 8.3 megapixels, but every pixel’s image is rapidly shifted allowing each one to do the job of multiple pixels. When it comes to pixel shifting, faster is better. The pixel wobbling is done so fast that it fools your eyes into seeing up to four times the projector’s native resolution.
When viewed from a normal viewing distance, it is difficult to differentiate between a 4K pixel shift image and an image projected on a native 4K projector. It is only when you do a side-by-side comparison between a true 4K projector versus a pixel-shifting projector using test patterns that the resolution difference is truly noticeable.
In many situations, the content, including movies, lack the fine detail required or the image is viewed so far away that the difference between 4K and pixel shifting cannot be perceived.
The list of projectors below includes both native 4K and 4K pixel-shifting models. We get asked all the time – What’s the best 4K projector to buy? Click below to see our picks for the best 4K projectors in 2022.
Introducing the Hisense C1: A cube-shaped 4K UHD lifestyle projector with an RGB triple laser light source and integrated JBL speakers for immersive home entertainment.
The BenQ X3100i is a 4LED, 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160p) 0.65" DLP short-throw gaming projector that offers a BenQ-rated 3,300 ANSI at an MSRP of $2,399.
The BenQ V5000i is a $3,499 smart ultra-short throw 4K projector with RGB triple laser source. Ideal for vibrant, bright viewing experiences.
The BenQ HT3560 is a 4K UHD projector offering vibrant colors and advanced features for $1,599. It offers a manufacturer-rated brightness of 2,200 ANSI lumens and displays colors that cover 95% of the DCI-P3 and 100% of the Rec.709 color gamuts.
The Nomadic P2000UST-RGB is a 4K Triple Laser projector with ALPD 4.0 laser light source, low input lag for gaming, and Harmon Kardon sound system. I
The Hisense L5H is a 4K Laser TV with Google TV, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos sound for a $3999.99 MSRP. Ideal TV replacement with high-gain screens and gaming features.
The Formovie X5 is a new 4K UHD 3,840 x 2,160p HDR-capable video projector that retails for $1,599.99 MSRP.
The XGIMI Horizon Ultra is a 4K DLP projector that retails for $1699 and has a rated brightness of 2300 ISO lumens.
The ViewSonic X2-4K is a 4K (native 1440p) HDR-capable, LED DLP gaming projector that retails for $1,599.99 MSRP.
The AWOL Vision LTV-3000 Pro, which retails for $3,999, is a 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160p) ultra-short throw home theater projector.
Leica Cine 1 is a 3000 Lumen 4K Tri Laser ultra-short throw projector. There are two versions of the Cine 1 available in the US, which have been optimized for either a 100" ($8,995 SRP) or 120" ($9,495 SRP) screen.
The LG ProBeam BU70QGA, LG Professional's latest top-of-the-line 4K DLP projector, is priced at $5,499 MSRP.
The JVC LX-NZ30 is an HDR-compatible DLP home theater projector that can deliver 4K UHD resolution (3840 x 2160) priced at $3,499 MSRP.
The LG CineBeam PU700R is a 4K (3,840 x 2,160) Ultra High Definition (UHD) home entertainment projector selling for $1,699 MSRP.
The BenQ HT4550i is a new 4K UHD HDR home theater projector with LED light source at an of MSRP $2,999.
The BenQ LK936ST is a 4K HDR-capable short-throw laser projector with a manufacturer-rated 5,100 lumens of brightness and 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast.
The JVC DLA-NZ7 is an HDR home theater projector that delivers true 4K resolution (4096 x 2160) with a retail price of $10,999.
The WEMAX Nova, retailing for $2,699.00, is a smart 4K Ultra Short Throw (UST) laser projector featuring Advanced Laser Phosphor Display (ALPD) technology and 2,100 ANSI lumens.
The VPL-XW6000ES is a native 4K home theater projector with a retail price of $12,000 that has a rated brightness of 2500 and utilizes a Z-Phosphor laser light source.
The BenQ GP500 is a 4K HDR capable 4LED Home theater projector that retails for $1,799 MSRP and is rated to deliver 1,500 ANSI lumens by the manufacturer.
The N1 Ultra is the newest 4K, 4,000 ANSI lumen, Triple Laser, HDR projector from JMGO with a MSRP of $2,299.
Triple-Laser UST Built for Home Cinema The Hisense PX1 is a Tricolor laser-equipped smart ultra-short-throw projector with a brightness rated at 2,000 ANSI lumens priced at an MSRP of $3,299. The PX1 is the little brother to the Hisense PX1-PRO. ...
A new addition to the LG ProBeam line of projectors The LG ProBeam BU53PST is a compact new 4K short-throw laser DLP projector that retails for $4,299 MSRP. It utilizes a multi-channel laser light source, provides a 3,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio, ...
Designed to satisfy your home entertainment needs The Optoma UHD55 is a 2,700-lumen 4K UHD projector that retails for a $1,799 MSRP and is designed for gaming and home entertainment. This new 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160 pixels) projector offers advanced feat ...
A great addition to the Hisense line of ultra-short-throw projectors The Hisense L5G is an X-Fusion laser-equipped, smart, ultra-short-throw projector with a brightness rated at 2,700 ANSI lumens that comes with a screen at $4,499 MSRP (120-inch) and $ ...
PT-FRQ50 Available in black and white chassis The Panasonic PT-FRQ50 is a SOLID SHINE, professional, DLP laser projector that can display 4K (3,840 x 2,160 pixels) resolution with a rated brightness of 5,200 lumens. The PT-FRQ50 is an installation-clas ...
The BenQ X3000i has been awarded Projector Reviews’ Highly Recommended Award The BenQ X3000i is a 4K HDR capable 4LED Gaming Projector which retails for $1,999. With 3000 ANSI lumens, dedicated gaming picture and sound modes along with dual 5-watt cham ...
The Sony VPL-XW7000ES is a 3200 lumen, native 4K home theater projector and part of Sony's SXRD projector lineup refresh.
The BenQ TK700 4K HDR Short-Throw Console Gaming Projector is a 3200 ANSI lumen projector and is part of BenQ’s Console Gaming Projector Series.
Fifth Generation Hisense Ultra-Short-Throw Projector The Hisense PX1-PRO is a Tricolor laser-equipped smart ultra-short-throw projector with a brightness rated at 2,200 ANSI lumens which sells for $3,999 MSRP. Hisense introduced the world's first ...
2022 LG HU710PW The LG HU710PW is one of two newly announced CineBeam projectors. We were excited to get our hands on the HU710PW ($2,499.99 SRP) because it is the first LG projector to utilize a hybrid light source system. This new LG system uses an L ...
Hisense TriChroma Laser TV 4K The Hisense L9G is a Tricolor laser-equipped smart ultra-short-throw projector with a brightness rated at 3,000 ANSI lumens. These types of projectors are commonly referred to as "Laser TVs". They are called Laser TV becau ...
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BenQ V7050i The BenQ V7050i is a 2500 lumen Laser TV that retails for $3499. Ultra-short throw, smart 4K laser projectors commonly referred to as "Laser TVs" have been growing in popularity. If like me, you have been waiting for BenQ to enter the Laser ...
ViewSonic's flagship 4K LED home theater projector. I’m all about that portable all-in-one projector life, but today, I’m stepping away from my usual portable projectors for this review and taking a look at the ViewSonic X100-4K. The X100-4K is ViewSon ...
LG BU60PST ProBeam laser business projector is a 6000 Lumen 4K Smart business projector which retails for $4499,
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The 3600 lumen UHD35 is a 4K DLP Gaming Projector that supports 1080P refresh rates up to 240Hz with game lag as low as 4.2ms.
XGIMI Introduces the Horizon and Horizon Pro home entertainment projectors XGIMI has recently released its most powerful series of home projectors, the Horizon Series, the flagship projectors in the XGIMI projector lineup. The XGIMI Horizon Series incl ...
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BENQ TK850i SMART HOME ENTERTAINMENT PROJECTOR REVIEW The BenQ TK850i is an excellent home theater projector that sells at a MSRP of $1699. Built off of Texas Instruments, highly regarded 0.47" DMD DLP system and utilizing XPR technology the TK850i is ...
The NEC P506QL is a laser light engine equipped installation class DLP projector capable of displaying 4K resolution with a current street price of $4,299. Its laser/phosphor wheel light engine can deliver 5,000 ANSI lumens and has a rated life of 20,0 ...
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The Aaxa 4K1 mini projector is a 4K (3840 x 2160), 1500 LED Lumen projector for your home entertainment pleasure.
The BenQ HT5550 is a 4K UHD projector with a list price of $2499, making it an affordable 1080p projector option.
This year, BenQ has upped its game with an upgraded version of the TK800, the TK800M, which carries a list price of only $1299, only $50 more than it's predecessor.
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