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For a large premium setup, the Hisense PX4 Pro is the strongest current UST starting point. It brings together 3,500 ANSI lumens, an adjustable iris, an 80 to 200-inch range and fast gaming support. If Google TV matters more, choose the PX3-PRO, and if cabinet depth is tight, the compact JMGO O2S Ultra.
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UST projectors suited to dark theaters, brighter living rooms and gaming, along with the screen and furniture constraints that apply.
By the numbers
What we found across the home projectors we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
Only 4 of the 90 models checked meet every need here: “It must sit directly below the screen”, “I will keep some lights on while I watch”, “Fast or competitive games are what I play”, and “I use it mainly for movies”.
4 models fit, out of 90 checkedHisense PX4 Pro lists 3,500 ANSI lm for listed ANSI brightness, 13% above the 3,100 ANSI lm median.
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “It must sit directly below the screen”, “I will keep some lights on while I watch”, “Fast or competitive games are what I play”, and “I use it mainly for movies”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
How we calculatedJust ANSI-lumen figures count here. ISO ratings and maker lumen labels with no stated standard are left out. The median draws on the 36 of 90 models that publish comparable figures.
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Hisense, PX4 Pro
On a bright triple-laser platform, Hisense's 2026 premium UST adds an adjustable iris, a bigger 200-inch ceiling and fast gaming.
Top pick ifPremium UST for movies and fast gaming
Careful cabinet and screen geometry is still required with the fixed 0.2:1 lens.
Hisense, PX3-PRO
Triple-laser color, Google TV, strong onboard sound and high-refresh gaming support come on this mainstream variable-focus UST.
Best forA well-finished all-in-one UST system
Even with variable focus, UST geometry still depends heavily on your furniture.
JMGO, O2S Ultra
Only a few inches of wall clearance is enough for a 100-inch image from this compact, high-output UST, which also includes licensed Google TV.
Best forA UST with the smallest practical footprint
Cabinet height and physical alignment still have to be exact because the UST lens is fixed.
Epson, LS970 / V11HB83020
Viewers who want to avoid DLP rainbows get a bright 3LCD UST with equal color and white output, Google TV and Bose audio.
Best forBright UST viewing that's free of DLP rainbows
A compatible cabinet and careful screen alignment are still needed with the fixed UST lens.
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