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Samsung · Updated June 2026

Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen: price, specs & release date

Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen, released 2023-08. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

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BronzeDeskmark11/100#25 of 25 in class

The Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen is listed at $799 on projectorcentral.com as of 2026-06-27, #3 cheapest of 25 projectors (median $2499); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 11/100 pay-blind standing, #25 of 25 in class.

Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

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Is the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen a good buy?

At $799, the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen is #3 cheapest of the 25 projectors we track, where the median is $2499. On the spec sheet, its brightness lumens of 230 is below the median of the 25, and its contrast ratio of 100000 is below the median of the 22.

Evidence of Record

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Independent labsmeasured it
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Physical metricsrecorded
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Outlets on record1 tested · 1 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 5 physical metrics — brightness, dimensional accuracy, dci-p3 color space and 2 more. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 1 other outlet has it on record by mention only.

brightness · dimensional accuracy · dci-p3 color space · bt.2020 color space · latency

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Review consensus · sourced & dated

What reviewers say about the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen

Two whitelisted outlets cover this exact model. TechRadar lab-measured the projector and praises its compact design, Tizen streaming and built-in Gaming Hub while flagging weak brightness (6.6-7.3 nits on a 100-inch screen) and its single micro-HDMI port. What Hi-Fi's IFA 2023 hands-on was positive on portability and picture detail but was explicitly unmeasured and could not judge black levels or contrast.

Based on 2 reviews · 1 lab-tested · 2023-09-01–2024-02-25

Tested by TechRadar, What Hi-Fi

Consistently praised

  • Compact, versatile, portable design · 2 sources
  • Strong streaming (Tizen) and cloud Gaming Hub features

Commonly flagged

  • Limited brightness / dim image on large screens
  • Pricey and only micro-HDMI for external connections

Where reviewers disagree Only TechRadar measured the unit; its lab data (6.6-7.3 nits) confirms the brightness weakness. What Hi-Fi's positive picture impression was a booth hands-on that explicitly could not judge black levels or contrast, so it is not a true cross-source measured contradiction.

The sources (2)

TechRadar lab-tested ·

Peak brightness, Dynamic mode (100" screen, 0.8-gain ALR, 10% white window): 7.3 nits · Peak brightness, Movie mode (same conditions): 6.6 nits · Color accuracy, Movie mode: Delta-E 5 · Grayscale accuracy, Movie mode: Delta-E 14.1 · DCI-P3 color space coverage: 88.5% · BT.2020 color space coverage: 68.9% · Input lag, Game mode: 62ms

Samsung's 2nd Gen portable is nicely compact and versatile, and it has superior streaming and gaming capabilities compared to other portable projectors.
With the picture blown up to maximum size on a 100-inch screen, it was noticeably dim, even when viewed in a completely dark room.
Brightness is a disappointment given the projector's relatively high price, but if you're seeking a feature-packed portable for movies and gaming on the go, The Freestyle 2nd Gen won't disappoint.

What Hi-Fi hands-on ·

it's the simplicity and portability of this projector that are its unique selling points
There appeared to be decent detail to the picture, with solid enough colours and good definition and detail on faces and clothing.
One of the areas we criticised the original for was the "below-par black levels" but it was impossible to really get an idea of this in an exhibition environment.

Specifications

Price (US)$799 US MSRP per ProjectorCentral ($799). Street price $598 at time of data collection.
BrandSamsung
Released2023-08
Resolution1920x1080
Brightness lumens230
Light sourceLED
Throw typeportable
Smart OSTizen
Contrast ratio100000
HDRHDR10+

Source: projectorcentral.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by projectorcentral.com. All specs from ProjectorCentral.com: 1920x1080, 230 ANSI lumens, LED (30,000-hour), throw ratio 1.20:1, Tizen OS with Bixby and Alexa, 100000:1 dynamic contrast, HDR10+, August 2023, $799 MSRP. 360-degree audio, 0.8 kg, auto-focus and auto-keystone.

Is the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen worth it vs cheaper projectors?

Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen against its closest cheaper and pricier projectors on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 25 ranked

ProductPriceResolutionBrightness lumensLight sourceThrow typeSmart OS
Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen this$7991920x1080230LEDportableTizen
Anker Nebula Capsule 3$5291920x1080200LEDportableGoogle TV
JMGO N1S Ultra$11493840x21602800RGB triple laserstandardGoogle TV

Frequently asked questions

What do reviewers say about the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen?

Two whitelisted outlets cover this exact model. TechRadar lab-measured the projector and praises its compact design, Tizen streaming and built-in Gaming Hub while flagging weak brightness (6.6-7.3 nits on a 100-inch screen) and its single micro-HDMI port. What Hi-Fi's IFA 2023 hands-on was positive on portability and picture detail but was explicitly unmeasured and could not judge black levels or contrast. Praised: Compact, versatile, portable design; Strong streaming (Tizen) and cloud Gaming Hub features. Flagged: Limited brightness / dim image on large screens; Pricey and only micro-HDMI for external connections. (From 2 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)

How much does the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen cost?

The Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen has a US price of $799 (US MSRP per ProjectorCentral ($799). Street price $598 at time of data collection.), as of 2026-06-15.

How does the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen compare on price?

At $799, the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen is #3 cheapest of the 25 projectors we track, where the median is $2499.

When was the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen released?

The Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen was released 2023-08.

What are the Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen's key specs?

Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen (Samsung): resolution 1920x1080, brightness lumens 230, light source LED, throw type portable, smart os Tizen. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.

Price of record: $799 at projectorcentral.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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