XGIMI · Updated June 2026
XGIMI Horizon Ultra: price, specs & release date
XGIMI Horizon Ultra, released 2023-08. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: projectorcentral.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The XGIMI Horizon Ultra is listed at $1699 on projectorcentral.com as of 2026-06-27, #9 cheapest of 25 projectors (median $2499); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 50/100 pay-blind standing, #16 of 25 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Bright, vivid and accurate color from the dual laser/LED engine; Distinctive, premium, unusual design.
- Skip if Poor black levels and low contrast in dark scenes is a dealbreaker.
Is the XGIMI Horizon Ultra a good buy?
At $1699, the XGIMI Horizon Ultra is #8 cheapest of the 25 projectors we track, where the median is $2499. On the spec sheet, its brightness lumens of 2300 is below the median of the 25.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- Outlets on record1 tested · 2 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 5 physical metrics — brightness, contrast ratio, srgb color gamut and 2 more. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 2 other outlets have it on record by mention only.
brightness · contrast ratio · srgb color gamut · dci-p3 color gamut · latency
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the XGIMI Horizon Ultra
Across three whitelisted testers (Tom's Guide lab-measured; TechRadar and What Hi-Fi hands-on), the XGIMI Horizon Ultra wins praise for bright, vivid, accurate color and a striking, premium design, but reviewers split on dark-scene performance. Only Tom's Guide reported measured figures, and its lab data (249.7:1 contrast, 1295.5 ANSI lumens) underpins a poor-black-level critique that TechRadar's hands-on impression contradicts.
Based on 3 reviews · 1 lab-tested · 2023-12-21–2024-03-24
Tested by Tom's Guide, TechRadar, What Hi-Fi
Consistently praised
- Bright, vivid and accurate color from the dual laser/LED engine · 3 sources
- Distinctive, premium, unusual design · 3 sources
- Strong built-in Harman Kardon audio for a projector · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Poor black levels and low contrast in dark scenes · 2 sources
- Clunky Android TV smart system with no native Netflix · 2 sources
Where reviewers disagree Sharp split on dark-scene picture quality: Tom's Guide measured a paltry 249.7:1 contrast, called the projector 'held back by contrast and HDR issues,' and advised buyers to pass, while TechRadar (hands-on, no measurements) said 'The blacks are deep and HDR performance brilliant.' What Hi-Fi sits between, praising color but flagging dark scenes that 'look consistently greyed over and milky.'
The sources (3)
Brightness (ANSI lumens): 1295.5 ANSI lumens · Contrast ratio: 249.7:1 · Contrast ratio (with optical iris): 400:1 · sRGB color gamut coverage: 100% · DCI-P3 color gamut coverage: 90% · Input lag (gaming mode): 26ms · Input lag (default/movie mode): 145ms
The display offered good brightness at a measured 1295.5 ANSI lumens.
the colorimeter read 100% coverage of the sRGB color space and 90% coverage of DCI-P3
which came out to a paltry 249.7:1 because of a high 4.7 lux black level
the XGIMI Horizon Ultra is a fantastic projector that punches well above its weight in terms of picture quality
4K images are incredibly sharp and crisp, and the colors are vibrant and accurate.
Despite the lack of native Netflix support that plagues all smart projectors
we're struggling to think of any other projector for anything like as little money that delivers colours with as much potency and brightness
dark scenes look consistently greyed over and milky, even taking on a slightly yellow caste at times
the integrated smarts are so hit and miss that you'll probably want to just use an external smart streaming box or stick anyway
Specifications
| Price (US) | $1699 US MSRP per ProjectorCentral ($1,699) |
|---|---|
| Brand | XGIMI |
| Released | 2023-08 |
| Resolution | 3840x2160 |
| Brightness lumens | 2300 |
| Light source | laser-LED hybrid |
| Throw type | standard |
| Smart OS | Android TV 11 |
| Contrast ratio | — |
| HDR | Dolby Vision |
Source: projectorcentral.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by projectorcentral.com. All specs from ProjectorCentral.com: 3840x2160, 2300 ISO lumens, laser/LED hybrid, throw ratio 1.20-1.50:1 (standard), Android TV 11 with Google Assistant, contrast ratio not specified in documentation, Dolby Vision HDR, August 2023, $1,699. Harman Kardon speakers, 18ms input lag at 4K/60.
Is the XGIMI Horizon Ultra worth it vs cheaper projectors?
XGIMI Horizon Ultra against its closest cheaper and pricier projectors on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 25 ranked
| Product | Price | Resolution | Brightness lumens | Light source | Throw type | Smart OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XGIMI Horizon Ultra this | $1699 | 3840x2160 | 2300 | laser-LED hybrid | standard | Android TV 11 |
| BenQ TK700STi | $1599 | 3840x2160 | 3000 | metal halide lamp | short | Android TV |
| Anker Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K | $1999 | 3840x2160 | 1840 | laser phosphor | standard | Android TV 10 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the XGIMI Horizon Ultra?
Across three whitelisted testers (Tom's Guide lab-measured; TechRadar and What Hi-Fi hands-on), the XGIMI Horizon Ultra wins praise for bright, vivid, accurate color and a striking, premium design, but reviewers split on dark-scene performance. Only Tom's Guide reported measured figures, and its lab data (249.7:1 contrast, 1295.5 ANSI lumens) underpins a poor-black-level critique that TechRadar's hands-on impression contradicts. Praised: Bright, vivid and accurate color from the dual laser/LED engine; Distinctive, premium, unusual design; Strong built-in Harman Kardon audio for a projector. Flagged: Poor black levels and low contrast in dark scenes; Clunky Android TV smart system with no native Netflix. (From 3 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the XGIMI Horizon Ultra cost?
The XGIMI Horizon Ultra has a US price of $1699 (US MSRP per ProjectorCentral ($1,699)), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the XGIMI Horizon Ultra compare on price?
At $1699, the XGIMI Horizon Ultra is #8 cheapest of the 25 projectors we track, where the median is $2499.
When was the XGIMI Horizon Ultra released?
The XGIMI Horizon Ultra was released 2023-08.
What are the XGIMI Horizon Ultra's key specs?
XGIMI Horizon Ultra (XGIMI): resolution 3840x2160, brightness lumens 2300, light source laser-LED hybrid, throw type standard, smart os Android TV 11. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $1699 at projectorcentral.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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