Four Best Picks of 4K Projectors for Gaming at XGIMI
By XGIMI Tech - 2024-12
Do you still use a small TV or monitor to play video games? Along with our selection of the 4K projectors for gaming in 2024, here are some significant advantages of playing games on them. Nothing compares to having your screen stretch to the edge of your field of view, whether you're playing first-person shooter mode, third-person role-playing games, or any other type of gaming. Because video games have such amazing rendering capabilities, a game's speed, 4K resolution, and display size truly make or break it.
The only way to be completely absorbed in a game is to play on a projector screen that is 100" or bigger. Playing on a projector is the greatest method for maximizing your gaming potential.
Top 4K Projectors for Gaming at XGIMI
1. XGIMI AURA 2 Best 4K Ultra Short Throw Projector for Gaming
Using the Dual Light 2.0 (Laser+LED) light source, the XGIMI AURA 2 4K UST projector for gaming costs under $3000 and has a brightness of 2300 ISO lumens, covering 99% of the DCI-P3 for DLP display. It has a With its integrated Android TV™11.0, this projector elevates convenient entertainment. Both Chromecast built-in and Magicast are supported for flexible screen mirroring. Additionally, there is an HDMI port that can connect to a Nintendo® Switch directly, in addition to connecting to laptops and other mobile devices.
2. XGIMI HORIZON Ultra 4K Long Throw Projector for Films and Games
With a powerful engine, the Horizon Ultra 4K projector for movies and gaming delivers stunningly sharp UHD content, providing Dolby Vision HDR as a long-throw projector. That results in some unique PS5 play as well as great streaming. On one hand, the Dual Light light source and 2300 ISO Lumens make great displays. On the other hand, the 12W Harman & Kardon speaker system presents a fully immersive sound. In addition, the simplicity of setup is a standout feature. Along with uninterrupted autofocus and intelligent eye protection, there's a vast array of auto-settings of ISA 3.0 to utilize.
3. XGIMI HORIZON S Max Best 4K Projector for Gaming and Movies
XGIMI HORIZON S Max is designed to be a high-brightness 4K home theater projector with IMAX Enhanced and Dolby Vision Certified, however, it is a perfect option for gaming as well with a latency ≤ 20ms in game mode (AK off). The color tones and 3100 ISO lumen brightness were quite striking, which can show game scenes vividly on a large screen. The built-in dual Harman/Kardon speakers provide 360° surround sound as theater-quality audio and give you an immersive gaming experience.
4. XGIMI HORIZON Pro Video Game and Home Theater Projector 4K
XGIMI HORIZON Pro is a 4K LED gaming projector with an X-VUE 2.0 image engine, HDR 10 display, and MEMC capability. A built-in dual 8W Harman Kardon sound system is included to improve the projector's audio quality. For both movie lovers and gamers, HORIZON Pro 4K projector for home theater and gaming is an ideal choice. You may quickly lose yourself in the fast-paced, high-action aspects of any game you play thanks to latency rates as low as 35 ms and excellent quality.
*Note: The resolution will remain unchanged after switching to Game Mode via an HDMI cable. Data from XGIMI Labs.
How to Choose the Best 4K Projector for Gaming?
4K projectors vary widely in size, specs, and style, and many aren't even designed with gaming in mind. This implies that while selecting the appropriate model, there are a few essential factors to consider. Here we conclude with connectivity, input lag, setup, brightness, and audio.
1. Connectivity: Does the Video Game Projector 4K Support Your Xbox or Nintendo?
The finest gaming projectors can improve almost any console or PC setup. You should check whether the 4K projector can easily connect to your Xbox or Nintendo Switch with an HDMI cable or other adapters. Playing your games on a larger screen seems like a completely different experience.
2. Input Lag: Does It Have a Standard Game Mode with Low Latency?
The primary distinction between a projector designed for gaming and a regular streaming device is input latency. In general, 50 ms is the least acceptable time, 40 ms is preferable, and less than 20 ms is the ideal. XGIMI Low latency 4K projector for gaming AURA 2 is as low as 20 ms (AK off). And HORIZON Ultra is down to under 18ms at game mode(AK off).
You should get a faster computer if you play a lot of really competitive twitch-shooter games, but you may easily reach 40–50 ms if you only play single-player adventures or more methodical strategic games.
Personal choice will determine how much lag you actually need and must have at the lowest feasible level. Some people will hardly feel the difference, while others want the quickest and smoothest operation in games.
3. Setup: Does the 4K Gaming Projector Fit Your Room Size?
In addition to choosing the ideal projector specifications for the size of your room, you need to consider the surface you plan to project onto and throw distance—the distance the projector must be from the surface it is projecting into in order to provide a sufficiently large image.
If there is less space between your display wall (or screen) and the shelf you plan to set up on, it is suggested that you choose a short-throw projector. Examining your room's dimensions and checking the projector throw ratio is the easiest approach to determining the throw ratio you require from your projector.
4. Brightness: Does it Have High-lumen Output for Clear Image in the Day Time?
One of the most important factor to think about is the brightness of the projector for gaming 4K. You'll need to figure out when you're most likely to play since ambient light may affect the projection effect. In a room with casual ambient light, low or medium levels of brightness output will be sufficient to display your image comfortably. Nevertheless, the brighter the projection, the better your darkest sceneries will seem in this setting.
You can lower the brightness a bit if you only play at night or in an unlit area, but if you want to play outside or in the daytime, this is an investment worth making to buy a high-lumen 4K projector like XGIMI HORIZON S Max with 3100 ISO lumens.
5. Audio Quality: Does it Have Strong Speakers for an Immersive Gaming Experience?
The various game settings on many 4K projectors for gaming alter the way the audio is shown. Great projector speakers can enhance the deep bass, making bullets and monster roars more effective. When users switch to first-person shooter mode, the surround effects are more precisely positioned, which makes it easier to see how other players are positioned in relation to you in the game and increases your effectiveness as a player.
Conclusion
The modern 4K projectors for gaming aren't the very sluggish, fuzzy, and low-resolution devices of the past. These days, for cost-effective money, they can provide vivid visuals at high refresh rates and compete with some of the top gaming monitors.
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