The differences between the models included in the selection are given in the comparative table of LED projectors for home cinema. A complete list of options on the market is available in the projector catalog.

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Developed smart functionality, support for HDR and active 3D, extended light source life, motorized autofocus drive, audio system from Harman Kardon, extensive wireless connectivity, built-in battery with PowerBank function.
No optical protection.

The Chinese company XGIMI has made a name for itself with projectors that can be used equally well at home, in the office and at outdoor events. A good option for a portable projector is the Halo model.

The device is designed in gray and black colors. The gray elements of the body are metal, the black parts are made of plastic. On the front panel of the projector you can see the lens lens (without a protective curtain), and to the left of it is the autofocus camera. The XGIMI Halo's focusing system operates in automatic mode, and the projector also corrects keystone distortion up to 40° vertically and horizontally. The minimum distance to the projection plane is stated to be 1.2 m.

The device uses DLP technology with a Laser-LED light source, which has an impressive resource of up to 30 thousand hours. The model projects high-contrast images in Full HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels) with a brightness of up to 800 ANSI lumens. The projector also supports displaying HDR content and active 3D (to view 3D videos, you will need to buy specialized glasses). The device is powered from a 230 V network or from a built-in battery with a capacity of 17100 mAh. At average brightness, the battery charge lasts approximately 3-4 hours of battery life for the projector. By the way, you can charge mobile gadgets from the battery thanks to the PowerBank function.

The smart ins and outs of the model are revealed by the Android TV 9 operating system with an extensive list of applications, support for Chromecast and voice control. The “smart” shell provides access to network media libraries and easily “digests” the playback of files from local sources. The sound of the broadcasts is provided by high-quality Harman Kardon speakers with a total power of 10 W. XGIMI Halo is aimed both at domestic use within the framework of home multimedia and entertainment systems, and for field work without being strictly tied to an outlet.

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120 Hz refresh rate (720p mode only), extended lamp life, motorized zoom and focus system, built-in 2.1 audio system from Harman Kardon, RGB lighting on the bottom of the body, compact size and light weight.
Wireless pairing with Apple equipment is not supported.

The Asus F1 LED projector is made in the recognizable style of the Republic of Gamers product line - it has angular shapes and RGB lighting at the bottom of the case. But the device is best suited not for games, but as an image source when deploying home theater systems.

At the heart of the projector there is a DLP matrix with dimensions of 0.47 inches, backed by an LED lamp with a declared glow life of about 30 thousand hours. The Asus F1 short-throw lens is capable of projecting video from a distance of 43 cm to 3.7 m. At the same time, the diagonal of the image on the canvas varies from 25 to 210 inches, which, translated into more conventional units of measurement, is 63-533 cm.

The model has a motorized focusing drive and corrects trapezoidal distortion within 30° both vertically and horizontally. The projector broadcasts images in FullHD format at a frame rate of 60 fps. When the resolution is lowered to HD format (1280x720 pixels), the frame rate can be doubled - up to 120 fps. Accordingly, the projector is suitable for dynamic games (if you are willing to put up with not the most outstanding frame resolution).

In terms of connection interfaces, the Asus F1 shelf includes two HDMI ports, a VGA connector, a USB port, and a 3.5 mm audio jack. Windows and Android devices can communicate with the projector wirelessly. But, unfortunately, he does not see Apple equipment. The high-quality visual abilities of the model are supported by the good sound of the on-board audio system consisting of two 3-watt stereo speakers and an 8-watt subwoofer. And not just for show, but from the famous audio brand Harman Kardon.

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Developed smart functionality, increased light source life, support for AirPlay and Miracast technologies, advanced Magic Remote, compact size.
Weak speakers.

The tiny LG HF60LSR projector is in no way inferior in functionality to the horde of LG smart TVs. Moreover, the model runs a similar television operating system, webOS 4.0.

A home-grown smart shell provides playback of streaming video from streaming services, allows you to install applications and is responsible for the correct playback of files from connected USB drives. The device also supports broadcasting video from mobile gadgets using AirPlay and Miracast wireless technologies. When connected to the Internet, the projector turns into a real multimedia combine.

As a light source , the model was equipped with a long-lasting LED lamp with a scheduled service life of up to 30 thousand hours. A DLP matrix is installed in the “inside” of the projector. LG HF60LSR is capable of broadcasting Full HD images with dimensions ranging from 0.76 to 3.05 m diagonally. The manual adjustment slider is responsible for image scaling and focusing; the model corrects trapezoidal distortion in the horizontal and vertical planes by 30°. The projector also has a full set of functions for adjusting color rendering based on primary colors.

The projector's own audio system is represented by two 3 W speakers. You can pump up the sound of the model using external means - transmitting sound to the acoustics from the outside is possible via Bluetooth, optical fiber, or through a 3.5 mm audio jack. A separate line should be noted for the convenient control of the projector using the “magic” Magic Remote - to move the marker, the user does not have to press the arrow buttons, since the cursor on the screen follows the movements of the hand. At the same time, the remote control is equipped with a built-in microphone for issuing voice control commands.

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Supports 4K video playback, high peak brightness and color accuracy, increased light source life, ultra-short throw optics, soundbar with Dolby Digital 2.0, elegant design.
No Chromecast or support for Google services.

The CinemaX P2 projector from the Taiwanese brand Optoma is a flagship solution for working in top-end home theater systems. Why is he so good? Let's figure it out.

The projection unit of the model is based on a Texas Instruments DLP matrix with physical dimensions of 0.47 inches. Laser technology delivers accurate, true-to-life color reproduction with HDR10 High Dynamic Range, bringing the cinematic experience to life at home. The projector has short-focus optics - when the device is placed close to the wall, it allows you to project images at large diagonals (from 2.16 to 3.05 m).

Optoma CinemaX P2 is capable of broadcasting images in high resolution 4K (3840x2160 pixels). The model's focusing and zooming drives are motorized. The projector also has a soundbar that supports Dolby Audio 2.0. The sound quality of the speaker system is as good as the picture on the projected screen, which allows you to get a more exciting experience when watching movies and videos.

The smart functionality of the model is based on a modified Android system without access to the Google application store. The projector also does not have Chromecast support. In return, it is offered the proprietary TapCast mobile application for wireless playback and sharing of content on the big screen. An alternative to Google Market is your own Marketplace store. Finally, the model will delight you with its elegant design, which has received awards from authoritative publications iF, Red Dot and Good Design.

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Support for 4K video playback, high peak brightness and color accuracy, increased light source life, ultra-short throw optics, powerful speakers, low input lag in games.
Heavy weight, high cost.

The main source of profit for the Japanese brand Epson is formed by printers and MFPs. The brand's projectors are very popular among certain consumer segments of society. For example, the advanced model EH-LS500 for home cinema viewing.

In practice, the projector relies on 3LCD technology: three translucent LCD matrices are installed under the outer “wrapper” of the device. Each of them is illuminated with its own base color (red, green or blue), and the final color “picture” is formed from superimposed images. The light source of the model is based on bright laser LEDs with a “lifetime” in economical mode of over 30 thousand hours.

The model belongs to the guard of ultra-short throw projection equipment. To expand an image with a diagonal of about 120 inches, it will need to be placed at a distance of only 82 cm from the wall. The projector matrix has a physical FullHD resolution, but thanks to an optical filter, it is possible to broadcast content in 4K format. The Epson EH-LS500 also “eats” 3D and HDR video files.

The delay of image output from game consoles here is approximately 27 ms. In a separate line, the audience will be pleased with the balanced sound of 20-watt acoustics. The Epson EH-LS500 is perfect for long hours of daily use. But be prepared to pay a tidy sum for it and take into account the heavy category of the projector (over 10 kg).