Best 4K Projectors

Are you looking for a higher-end projector with Smart TV functionality that will give you the best image quality possible? If so, then look no further than the XGIMI Horizon Pro 4K Projector. This device sits at the forefront of Smart Projectors that bundle the Android TV OS, providing you with the ultimate entertainment center bundled into one small device.

To start with, this projector gives you a full 4K HD image with a wide color gamut, along with the HDR10 technology which allows for the realistic reproduction of any image. The colors will pop out of the display surface, and even the blacks are relatively solid, or at least as much as can be done through projection. Simply put, the image quality here is top-notch, which is a surprise given the low brightness of the 2200 lumens lamp when compared to other models.

Of course, with a smart projector, the image quality is only half the battle. This model includes the Android TV 10 operating system, which gives you full access to pretty much any streaming service imaginable. If you have your own video input devices that you would rather use, the plethora of inputs included in this projector lets you connect just about anything you would want. With all of this bundled up in a small, lightweight, and easy-to-carry unit, you'll find this smart projector from XGIMI to be one of the best devices in its class.

The Anker Nebula Cosmos Max does not quite come from outer space but the viewing experience this device offers is almost other-worldly. Of course, we're laying it on a bit thick here, but only a bit. First off, packing HDR10 and HLG, the model delivers vivid and vibrant visuals on a consistent basis. The colors shine bright, while the blacks come out deep and dark, making suspense scenes come alive. At the same time, be it fast-paced gaming or high-octane sports, the company's Dynamic Smoothing tech works wonders removing motion blur, making sure that every moment is captured sharp and crisp.

With 4K projectors, image clarity can be an issue sometimes. The opposite's the case with Nebula Cosmos Max though. Utilizing its high-speed autofocus tech, this device provides uncompromised clarity from the get-go so that you can enjoy movies without spending ample time in the settings menu.

But, even when this box is checked, the audio department is where 8/10 projectors drop the ball. However, again, the same sentiment cannot be extended to this model. Supporting Dolby Digital Plus and Sound Dimension®, the projector's speakers blast 360-degree cinema sound, keeping the dialogues crisp and the score rich and loud, elevating the movie's emotional impact.

Last but not least, the lamp that this device integrates should last 30,000 hours, which is quite absurd considering that even high-end projectors usually cap at ~25,000. So, assuming you want that true cinema experience (or game like never before), the Anker Nebula Cosmos Max will not disappoint.

Most people who choose a projector as their primary viewing device are those who most often want to replicate the feeling of a movie theater inside their house. People such as this, who are picky about the image quality provided by their 4K projector, can rest easy with the ViewSonic PX701-4K True 4K HDR Home Theater Projector. This device is well-known for the top-notch image it provides on any projection surface, giving you an image that can rival just about any other projector. Along with the excellent image quality, this projector also gives you plenty of flexibility in the image settings thanks to the 1.1x optical zoom, stabilization, and automatic vertical and horizontal positioning.

Of course, just watching films and TV shows isn't the only thing that many of those who use projectors care about. Gaming is another favorite hobby, and projectors sometimes just don't make the cut due to their slow response time. With this unit, though, you can rest assured that gaming will be just as fluid as with any TV, thanks to the projector's refresh rate of 240 Hz and an input lag of just 4.2 ms. Along with the array of various inputs provided, about the only thing missing here is Smart TV functionality, which really isn't needed for those who prefer the flexibility of a streaming box. At the end of the day, this projector gives you a world-class home entertainment experience no matter what you use it for.

The Optoma HD39HDR is not quite as gaming-oriented as its UHD50X stablemate but the model treats gamers that stick with projectors with almost as much attention and respect as they desire. With enhanced gaming mode, this device pushes the refresh rate 120 Hz and delivers blazing-fast, 8.4-millisecond response times, enabling lag-free gaming. Having said that, we're cheating a little bit here. While the model supports 4K (3840 x 2160p) input, its native resolution caps at Full HD (1920 x 1080p). Nevertheless, the downscaling/compression that comes from this device reproducing 4K content is almost unnoticeable, so we're fine with this projector hanging with the 4K crowd. Cementing the same argument, the model even supports HDR10, making sure that the whites are glowing and that the blacks are deep.

Optoma projectors are almost always pretty quiet but this one takes the cake even among such fierce competition. Keeping the noise levels below 26 decibels, this unit will be seen, not heard. And, again, since this is Optoma we're discussing here, the model is not complete without the company's staple Dynamic Black tech, smoothing out the image so that bright scenes look sharp and crisp and the dark scenes have improved shade detail.

The remote is where this product drops the ball. No matter how you slice it, it is not especially ergonomic. However, barring the remote, the Optoma HD39HDR delivers an excellent price-performance ratio that puts the model above most mid-range projectors.

It is quite apparent when first searching for a 4K projector that these are not inexpensive devices. In fact, they are rather pricey, with many models being far more expensive than what one would pay for a regular HD projector. This tends to put them out of the reach of many people, ensuring that you can't buy one on impulse. However, the Anker Nebula Solar Portable Projector tries to remedy this by being a much more affordable model than most others in its class.

All that doesn't mean that this projector is really lacking in features, though. It is actually quite the opposite, as this 4K projector has Smart TV functionality thanks to the built-in Android TV OS 9, unlike some other pricier models. The video capabilities are quite good as well, with the projector rendering a clear and vivid image with bright colors.

One of the more unique features that this model offers is a built-in rechargeable battery, which allows you to use the projector for up to 3 hours without needing to be plugged into a power outlet. This makes this model ideal for those who want to be able to use it just about anywhere, whether it be in a makeshift office or even out in the park at night. Along with the wireless connectivity options through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and the ability to adjust the projection angle by up to 13 degrees, this affordable projector is actually one of the best values you can find.