Designed primarily for use with gaming consoles, the BenQ X3100i offers short lag times, support for 1440p/120Hz input, and granular video presets that should appeal to many types of gamers. Short input lag (supports up to 120Hz refresh rate) Video modes for four categories of gaming Android TV 11 HDMI dongle included LED light source rated at 3,300 ANSI lumens Wi-Fi is the only network connection option Hardware setup requires some tricky assembly ..read more

Epson Pro EX11000 3LCD Full HD 1080p Wireless Laser Projector The Epson Pro EX11000 projector delivers a suitable image size and brightness for a large, well-lit conference room or classroom, and it comes with a carrying case (though it's really more luggable than portable). Bright; rated at 4,600 ISO lumens Native 1080p resolution; accepts up to 4K input Three-chip LCD design guarantees no annoying rainbow artifacts ..read more

Designed for running all day, every day, BenQ's LH730 projector delivers strong brightness and image quality for presentations and stills. Just note: Rainbow artifacts make it best for presentations that include only short video clips. High brightness, rated at 4,000 ANSI lumens Native 1080p resolution, accepts up to 4K/60Hz input Supports HDR10 and HLG HDR Frequent red/green/blue flashes while viewing movies and video Brightest mode adds an obvious green bias ..read more

The BenQ TK860i delivers a bright, high-quality picture for spaces that must contend with ambient light, making it an excellent family-room projector. 4K resolution using TI's XPR fast-switch pixel shifting Good shadow detail and contrast 1.3x zoom and modest vertical lens shift Initial physical setup is difficult ..read more

Three-chip LCD design means no rainbow artifacts The Epson LS800 is an excellent gaming or TV replacement projector thanks to good color accuracy, a rainbow-artifact-free image, and the shortest input lag we've seen in its class. Short input lag for gaming No Ethernet port; streaming requires Wi-Fi ..read more

Super low input lag, 4K resolution, Android TV integration, and a robust sound system set apart the BenQ X3000i, a top projector pick for gamers. 4K (3,840 by 2,160) resolution Bright LED light source (rated 3,000 ANSI lumens) Three paired video and audio modes for three categories of gaming Includes Android TV 10 dongle, controlled by projector remote Wi-Fi is sole network connection option Some tricky assembly may be required ..read more

Designed for home entertainment, Vankyo's Performance V700W 1080p projector delivers surprisingly robust audio and high brightness for its price class, plus good input lag for casual gaming and an image free of rainbow artifacts. Resolution of 1,920 by 1,080 Guaranteed free of rainbow artifacts Input lag is easily short enough for casual gaming Big settings menu obscures image (and seeing the effect of your changes) Minor tweaking needed to bring out shadow detail ..read more

Vankyo Leisure 495W Dolby Audio Projector The Vankyo Leisure 495W offers exceptional audio quality for its sub-$300 price. Add in acceptable image quality and brightness, and you get a decent pick for a budget mini projector. Good color accuracy for the price Supports Windows Cast, DLNA, and Android/iOS screen mirroring ..read more

Epson Pro EX7280 3LCD WXGA Projector The Epson EX7280 offers vibrant color, appropriately sharp focus, and a bright image, making it an excellent projector for handling presentations. Bright enough for a large room with ambient light Three-chip LCD design guarantees no rainbow artifacts ..read more

The BenQ TH685P is a solid step above entry level for gaming and home entertainment, and one of the few 1080p projectors that handles HDR color well. Bright 3,500 ANSI lumen rating Accepts and downconverts 4K input to native 1080p resolution Good color accuracy, contrast, and shadow detail Can't read files from USB memory ..read more