Epson Home Cinema LS11000
Score: 83/100
JMGO N1S Ultimate
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Epson LS11000 is a laser-based 4K-like projector delivering bright, high-contrast images and ultra-low input lag for gaming. It lacks built-in audio and wireless streaming, and its pixel-shift approach may disappoint purists. Best for bright-room home theaters and serious gamers who value performance over native-4K purity.
The JMGO N1S Ultimate is a 4K ultra-short-throw laser projector delivering 3500 ANSI lumens and integrated Google TV. Its fixed lens and relatively heavy chassis limit flexibility and portability. Ideal for bright-room home cinema and casual gaming.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2,500 lumens | 3,500 lumensbest | |
1,200,000best | 1,600 | |
— | 1.2best | |
— | 1.07 metersbest | |
20,000 hours | 30,000 hoursbest | |
2.1best | — | |
— | 40 wattsbest | |
2best | 2best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(2) | ||
Brightness (lumens) | 2500 lumens | 3500 lumens |
Contrast Ratio | 1200000 | 1600 |
Projection Geometry(2) | ||
Throw Ratio | 1.35-2.84 | 1.2 |
Throw Distance (meters) | 3.0-6.3 meters | 1.07 meters |
Lighting(2) | ||
Lamp Life (hours) | 20000 hours | 30000 hours |
Light Source | Laser | MALC 2.0 RGB Triple Laser |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 12.70 kg | 4.49 kg |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Power Consumption (watts) | 311 watts | 180 watts |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the LS11000 for its high brightness, rainbow-free 3LCD color accuracy, extensive lens shift, and sub-20 ms input lag that makes it a strong contender for bright-room home theater and 4K/120 Hz gaming, while noting drawbacks such as black crush, noticeable fan noise, and the absence of built-in audio or wireless features.
Everyday owners consistently highlight the projector's vivid colors, strong brightness in lit environments, and smooth gaming performance, but they also frequently mention the need for external speakers, audible fan noise, and occasional HDR black-level problems as the main pain points.
Professional reviewers commend the N1S Ultimate for its exceptional brightness, vivid color reproduction, and convenient AI gimbal calibration, making it a strong choice for bright-room home cinema and casual 60 Hz gaming. However, they point out the lack of true high-refresh gaming support, a fixed lens without zoom or shift, and a relatively heavy chassis.
