Do you want my experience and suggestions on the best gaming projectors?

Then in this article, you will learn lots of things about the best projector for gaming.

If you are a beginner, Don’t worry I have covered almost everything.

You should know before buying your first new gaming projector.

So first, What projectors are best for gaming?

1. BenQ X1300i  (RPG & SPG mode)
2. Optoma UHD38  (Hardcore gamer, 4k)
3. BenQ TK700STi  (Hardcore gamer, 4k)
4. Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS500  (UST/Laser, 4k)
5. Optoma UHD50X  (Gaming, 4k & Movies)
6. Epson Home Cinema 5050UB  (Gaming, 4k & Home Theatre)
7. Optoma UHD35  (Low Input & 4k)
8. XGIMI Halo  (Premium Built)
9. XGIMI Elfin Mini Projector  (Watching Sports & Gaming)
10. Optoma HD39HDR  (Hardcore Gaming)
11. BenQ TK850 (Casual Gaming)
12. XGIMI Horizon Pro (Small Or Compact, 4k)
13. BenQ HT2150ST (Short Throw)

These are some gaming projectors. We talk in detail.

You can choose according to your needs.

For gaming. Or you want to do some extra thing with your projector sports or movies.

And also location wise in the living room or the basement of your house. 

Where you are going to use the projector. And why you are going to use the projector.

Best gaming projectors in Budget/Affordable, Portable, Laser, Mid-Range and 4k.

I hope so. You have learned how you can choose the projector for you. And you know will gaming projector worth it for you or know.

And also that you gaming source. Will connect with your projector or not.

So, now let’s start. A detailed review of the gaming projector.

BenQ X1300i (RPG & SPG mode)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 8.3ms
• Native Resolution: Full HD 1080p
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: 120Hz
• In Put: HDMI 2.0, 12v trigger, USB port, Optical Port, RS-232-Port
• Screen Size: 30 to 300
• Throw Ratio: 1.3~1.56
• HDR: Yes 
• Contrast Ratio: 500000:1
• Lumens: 3000

This is the worlds’ first 4 LED gaming projector. With 99% of colour accuracy. 

Benq X13000i (Amazon Link). Comes with an 8.3 ms latency rate. Which is insane on the projector big screen. 

The X13000i has lots of amazing picture modes. Which takes the gaming experience on this projector to the next level.  

Like RPG mode if you are playing some story based games like Spiderman and god of war.

In the SPG mode, you will get a good experience. For sports like games. You should enable the SPG mode in this projector.

If you like FPS games like Call of duty. On this projector, you will get the fast mode. 

Which makes sure you will get the high fps on this projector. Colour accuracy and the texture of the image.

On the screen, it looks life like. You will not have any complaints. The speakers on this projector are powered by the trevolo.

Which sounds amazing. If you have a small living room or basement room. This projector sounds good.

You won’t need to connect an external speaker with this projector. Although in this projector.

You will get the optical audio out port and HDMI arc port. Which is a good thing.

It’s an android projector. So in this projector. You will get various apps to install for entertainment. 

But there is a problem with Netflix. And HULU doesn’t work properly on this projector.

I hope BenQ will solve these problems. Soon.

Pros

• Great colour accuracy.
• 4 LED light sources.
• Low response time.
• High FPS.
• Support HDR.
• And different picture modes.

Cons

• Netflix does not work.
• Hulu works but not properly.
• And when you use the 2d keystone correction or fast mode. Then you may face some glitches on the screen.

Optoma UHD38 (Hardcore gamer, 4k)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 4.2ms
• Native Resolution: 1080p (TRUE 4K)
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: 240Hz
• In Put: HDMI 2.0 (HDCP), VGA, 3.5mm, S/PDIF, USB, RS-232C, 12V Trigger.
• Screen Size: 300″/762 cm
• Throw Distance: 13.1 feet in 120 inches.
• HDR: HDR10
• Contrast Ratio: 1,000,000:1
• Lumens: 4000

Optoma UHD38 is way more insane than the first projector. We have seen it on our list.

It comes with a 4.2 ms latency rate. Which is very nice for any hardcore gamer.

And this projector also supports 240 Hz frame rate and HDR. As well, which makes it easy to use this projector. 

So, for which type of projector owner does this projector? If you are an experienced gamer on the projector.

And want to upgrade from your old projector to the new gaming projector. 

Then this could be a good option. Because in this projector getting 240 HZ is a little bit tricky.

Because its menu can be problematic for new users. Those who want gaming on the projector.

If you avoid this problem. If you like to play the FPS or shooting games on this projector. 

Experience will be lag-free. Because of its low input lag. And the colors are good on this projector. 

And it also has 4000 lumens. Because of that, your image will be bright and vivid on the big screen.

I have also played some racing games. Horizon four and driving experience were good. 

Pros

• Input lag is an insane 4.2 ms.
• Build for the hardcore gamer.
• High frame rate.
• Bright and vivid image.
• Game enhanced mode.

Cons

• The menu option could be frustrating to get the 240 Hz on the screen.

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BenQ TK700STi (Hardcore gamer, 4k)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 4.16ms to 16ms
• Native Resolution: 1080p
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: 240Hz
• In Put: HDMI (HDMI & ARC), RS-232, 3.5mm and USB-A.
• Screen Size: 150”
• Throw Distance: 9.8ft to 11.7ft
• Contrast Ratio: 10,000:1
• HDR: Yes
• Lumens: 3000

BenQ TK700STi comes with the BenQ smart tv dongle. To access the app.

You will get all the major streaming apps except the Netflix app. You will need to connect the firestick with the projector.

But what do you have to do with all these things? If you are looking for a gaming projector.

Let’s avoid these minor stuff and let’s dive into this projector. And know what features this projector offers you for gaming.

You can play these projector games on both 1080p and 4k. For the 1080p gaming on this projector. 

You will get the 4.6 ms latency rate. And for the 4k you will get 16 ms of input lag.

I have played games on this projector like Call of duty. In which lag or frame drop count.

I play Call of Duty on this projector in 1080p 120 Hz. And the average input lag was 14.5 ms.

Which is great for any hardcore gamer. Who likes to play to any FPS games.

In which frame drop count. 

If you are looking for a projector. Which you can use for gaming and movies in your dedicated home theatre room .

Then I will not suggest this projector. Because of this projector. Colour accuracy is not that good.

If you are planning to have projector gaming and movies for your living room.

Then for sure, you should go with this projector. Because its gaming experience is mind-blowing.

It comes in various modes. Like RPG, SPG and FPS. Which makes your gaming more enjoyable on this projector.

Pros

• Comes with a smart dongle.
• Have 14.5 ms input lag in 1080p 120 Hz.
• It has HDR.
• Made for those. Who likes to play hardcore games on the projector.

Cons

• Gaming is not an issue.

Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS500 (UST/Laser, 4k)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 13 to 14 ms
• Resolution: 4K
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: 60 Hz
• In Put: HDMI 2.0 and other.
• Screen Size: 120″
• Throw Distance: 9 inches.
• Contras Ratio: 2,000,000:1
• HDR: 10-bit HDR
• Lumens: 4000

If you are a hardcore gamer. And want to get the gaming projector for your space.

But your room is small. And you can not fit the long throw projector and short throw projector in your room.

And you want something that can fit in your small room. Without compromising with the big screen of the projector.

The Epson LS500 (Amazon Link) is something for you. This projector is also called laser tv.

Because this projector comes with a laser light source. Which is capable of providing vivid and bright images in the list room.

Its colour accuracy and brightness are the highest in this price range projector.

You can use this projector. In your lit living room. Without any worry. 

Your image will not sacrifice the colour on the screen. Because this projector imaging technology is 3LCD.

Let’s talk about this projector gaming performance.

You can get a phenomenal 1080p and 4k gaming experience on this projector.

For the 1080p gaming, you will get the 13 ms input lag and for the 4k gaming. You will get the 14 ms input lag.

For both types of gaming 4k and 1080p. Input lag on this projector is great.

Epson LS500 is the best ultra short throw gaming projector . You can buy it right now.

The refresh rate you will get in this projector is 60 Hz. If you want to see more option like this in UST projector.

You can read this article on the Best ultra short throw or UST projector.

Pros

• Best UST gaming projector.
• Input lag is very low for UST projector.
• Colour accuracy is great. Even in the lit room.
• The image is very bright.
• Refresh rate 60 HZ.

Cons

• Blurry focus.

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Optoma UHD50X (Gaming, 4k & Movies)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 16ms
• Native Resolution: 1080p
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: 240Hz
• In Put: USB, RS-232C, HDMI 2.0, VGA, S/PDIF, 3.5mm, 12V Trigger.
• Screen Size: 120″
• Throw Distance: 10.5–13.9 feet
• Contrast ratio: 500,000:1
• HDR: HDR10 & HLG
• Lumens: 3,400

Want a gaming projector. In which you can play games from your console. As well want to enjoy some movies.

In your living room comfort. Optoma UHD50X (Amazon Link) has lots of features to offer.

First of all, this projector is DLP with an 8-colour segment wheel. Make this projector’s colour accurate. To avoid the rainbow effect in the projector.

With 3400 lumens this projector is very bright. Black levels are a little bit off on this projector.

Many people can complain about this projector. Cinematic experience because this projector is meant for gaming. But the image is ok for movie.

This projector is amazing for gaming. Let’s see the latency rate of this gaming projector.

In different resolutions. So, you can make a decision. About buying this new gaming projector or not.

With 1080p and 240 Hz refresh rate. You will get the 15.6 ms input lag.

And when the resolution is 1080p with 120 Hz. You will get the 18.7 ms input lag. 

When you have 1080p with 60 Hz. 23.8 ms input will be on the screen.

If you are not interested in 1080p gaming. On the optoma UHD50X.

Then you will be happy to play 4k games on this projector. 4k gaming experience is also enjoyable on this projector. Only you will get input lag. Little bit more than the 1080p gaming.

Overall this projector is a great option for those people. Who is interested in buying the projector for the movies as well the gaming.

On the projector. I will not feel shy to give this projector the tag of the best gaming projector.

Pros

• Best for the game as well as the movie.
• Brightness is good.
• DLP technology.
• Have an HDR.
• Good for 1080p and 4k gaming.

Cons

• For movies, dark levels are not that great.
• You can argue about the movie on this projector.

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Epson Home Cinema 5050UB (Gaming, 4k & Home Theatre)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 25ms
• Native Resolution: 1080p
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: N/A
• In Put: HDMI 2.0, USB, Mini USB, LAN (RJ45), Computer/D-sub, RS-232c, 12 V trigger.
• Screen Size: 50″ – 300″
• Throw Distance: 1.35 – 2.84
• Contrast Ratio: 1,000,000:1
• HDR: 10-bit HDR
• Lumens: 2600

Looking for the projector. That you can set up in your dedicated home theatre room.

For both purposes gaming and movies. Then Epson 5050ub (Amazon Link). Could be a great option for you.

This projector is a mid range home theatre projector. Epson 5050 UB uses pixel shifting. 

To get the 4 million pixels on the screen. Which is less than the DLP pixel shifting 4k projector.

But you can’t compare the sharpness between both projectors. Because normal can’t see that detail difference.

And in the 5050 UB you will get the 3LCD technology. You will get a very accurate colour image on the screen.

And black levels are amazing on this projector. This projector is perfect for the movie.

Let’s talk about gaming. You will get a low latency rate of 25 ms.

On this projector. This input lag is perfect for the majority of people. 

Those who want to play games on this projector. I don’t have any complaints about the projector.

About gaming.

Pros

• The black level is great.
• Colour production is accurate.
• The image is sharp.
• Input lag low.

Cons

• Its size is huge.
• Fans produce noise. At high power consumption.

Optoma UHD35 (Low Input & 4k)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 4.2ms
• Native Resolution: 1080p
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: 240Hz
• Contrast Ratio: 1,000,000:1
• In Put: HDMI, VGA, 12V trigger, USB, 3.5mm in/out, RS-232.
• HDR: HDR10 & HLG
• Lumens: 3,600 lumens

This projector is claimed to have a 4.3 ms latency rate. You can achieve this.

But you have enable the game’s enhanced mode. To get this much low input lag.

You will only be capable of playing games on this input lag. When you are playing 1080p games.

Optoma UHD35 has 3600 lumens. Which is more than its previous version UHD42.

You can use this projector. In both conditions. With light or without any light.

This projector is a DLP projector. And use the pixel shifting technology to produce the 4k images.

I have played cyberpunk 2077. On this projector, my experience was quite good. 

Pros

• Lumen’s rating is very high.
• The games were enjoyable.
• The image is bright.
• Value for money.

Cons

• Projector colours are not accurate on the screen.

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XGIMI Halo (Premium Built)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 35-40ms
• Native Resolution: 1080P
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: 120Hz
• In Put: HDMI, USB, Audio, DC.
• Screen Size: 30-300”
• Throw Distance: 2.59-25.9ft
• Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
• Lumens: 800

This projector’s built quality is very premium. XGIMI Halo is made of aluminium.

Which made me feel premium. And you will also get the Harman Kardon speakers on this projector.

If you are not expecting DTS or Dolby sound from the projector. Then XGIMI Halo speaker.

Will work well for you. Let’s talk about gaming. I have played three games on this projector.

First was red redemption. The image looks fabulous on the screen. Even this is a 1080 projector.

Then I played car racing games on the horizon. And while playing the games.

On the big screen. To handle the car was cool. And the control was smooth. 

I have also played call of duty on this projector. Which are the most demanding FPS games.

And while killing the enemies on the big screen. I don’t feel any lag.

And I have played all these games. When the game mode was on in the XGIMI Halo.

You will get a better experience. So make sure you have gaming mode.

For a better gaming experience on this projector.

Pros

• Gaming mode is available.
• 1080p resolution.
• All types of games are good on this projector.
• Very bright.
• Portable.

Cons

• Auto keystone correction. Don’t work sometimes.

XGIMI Elfin Mini Projector (Watching Sports & Gaming)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 26.5ms
• Native Resolution: 1080P
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: N/A
• In Put: HDMI, 3.5mm Audio, USB 2.0
• Screen Size: 30’’ – 200’’
• Throw Ratio: 1.2: 1
• Contrast Ratio: 1,000:1
• HDR: HDR 10
• Lumens: 800 ANSI

Looking for a very compact gaming projector. Which is very bright. 

XGIMI elfin could be the best option for you. This projector is capable of projecting very bright images.

You can use this projector in both light conditions. If you are in a dark room. 

You can lower the brightness. And if you are using the projector in the lit room.

There is an option where you can increase your brightness. And your image will look bright.

And also while watching the movie the image colour was good. HDR works well on this projector. Watching sports on this projector was also good.

If you are not willing to connect your speakers. With this projector.

No, worry about this projector. You will get the 6W Harman Kardon. 

And it sounds good. Also playing games on this projector was good.

The average latency rate. I got 26.5 ms. Which is good for the casual gamer.

Pros

• Very compact.
• Good speakers.
• Low input lag.
• HDR works well.

Cons

• Will not display a direct HDMI connection. Without the wifi connection.
• Overheating issues.

Optoma HD39HDR (Hardcore Gaming)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 8.4ms
• Native Resolution: 1080p
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: 120Hz
• Connectivity: HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.4a, VGA, USB, RS-232.
• Screen Size: 120″
• Throw Distance: 9.5 feet
• Contrast Ratio: 50,000:1
• HDR: HDR10
• Lumens: 4000

Looking for a native 1080p projector for gaming. On you can play hardcore games.

Then this Optoma HD39HDR projector is a good option for you. In this projector, you can play 1080p games with a 120 Hz frame rate.

With the latency rate of 8.4 ms. Which is good for any type of person.

Who wants to have the normal or hardcore gaming on this projector.

I have played some action games on this projector. And the experience was smooth.

On that much big screen. If you are looking for a gaming projector. 

Which doesn’t come with any kind of typical android stuff. And you want to play games and watch movies.

You should go with this projector. This projector is so raw. You will get the best movies and gaming experience. 

Pros

• 120 Hz for a smooth experience.
• 8.4 for good response.
• Quiet.
• 108op native resolution.

Cons

• False claim of lamp life.

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BenQ TK850 (Casual Gaming)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 81 ms
• Native Resolution: 1080p
• Contrast ratio: 30,000:1
• Connectivity: HDMI, USB, RS232, DC 12V Trigger.
• Screen Size: 30.00″ – 300.00″
• Throw Ratio: 1.13~1.47
• HDR: HDR10
• Lumens: 3000

Benq TK850 is a kind of projector. You can’t use it in a fully lit room.

And BenQ tk850 can’t be used for the people. Who is looking for a hardcore gaming projector?

In which they can play FPS games like Call of duty. Then this projector is not built for you.

If you want to play some casual games on the projector. Then you can go with the BenQ tk850.

Otherwise not recommended. For those people who are looking for the 20 to 30 ms input lag.

Because this projector measured input lag is 81 ms. And if you are going to use this projector in a dark room.

Then you will get a good cinematic experience. Otherwise in the lit room. Your image will fade.

This projector is for those people. Who will play normal games on this projector?

Use this projector in the darkroom.

Pros

• For the casual gamer.
• Good for the dark room.
• The cinematic experience was nice.
• Native 1080p resolution.

Cons

• Not for the hardcore gamer.
• Not for a lit room.

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XGIMI Horizon Pro (Small Or Compact, 4k)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 35 ms
• Native: 3840 x 2160 (4K)
• Refresh Rate/Framerate: 60Hz MEMC
• Connectivity: USB, HDMI, LAN, Audio, Optical.
• Screen Size: 30-300″
• Throw Distance: 2.59ft to 25.9ft
• Contrast Ratio: N/A
• HDR: HDR10
• Lumens: 2200 ANSI

It’s a small or compact projector full of good features for gaming. If are thinking of playing high FPS games like Call of Duty on this projector.

You may face some issues. Because high FPS games are unplayable on this projector.

Even with the game mode on. You will not be able to play the games.

On this projector. If you are interested in playing normal games. Then this projector could be the best gaming projector for you.

Other than this. While playing the racing games on this projector. You won’t see.

Any tearing in the image. The image was perfect on the screen. Let’s talk about the speaker of this projector.

While playing games. It’s also something to consider. In this projector. You will get the Harman Kardon speakers.

Which sounds very nice. I don’t think it is a normal living room. You will need to connect the soundbar to your projector.

You will be just fine with the projector speakers.

Pros

• Good for the casual gamer.
• The Projector speaker is good.
• Made of aluminum. Feel premium.
• Compact.

Cons

• Not for the hardcore gamer.

BenQ HT2150ST (Short Throw)

Key Features:-

• Input Lag: 16.4 ms
• Native Resolution: 1080P
• Connectivity: HDMI, DC 12V Trigger, USB, Audio in/out, RS232.
• Contrast Ratio: 15,000:1
• Screen Size: 60”~120” / 300”
• Lumens: 2200

BenQ HT2150ST projector is a bit old in the market but. Still, it has the best things to offer you for gaming.

As a hardcore gamer. First of all, this projector latency rate with gaming mode is 16.4 ms.

Which is incredibly low. This projector is very compact or portable. You can have this projector in a small room.

For gaming purposes. Because it’s a short throw projector.

You won’t face any issues. To set up this projector in your small room.

And the gaming lag in this projector is very low. You won’t feel anything like that.

Even with the FPS games. The gaming experience is good on this projector.

You can also watch movies on this projector. And the image was good looking. 

You won’t feel it. You have to spend on the stupid things.

Pros

• Best for hardcore gaming.
• Very portable. Come with the bag.
• Also is good for gaming.
• Native 1080p resolution.

Cons

• Nothing to say.

How do I choose a gaming projector? 

If you are a beginner with the gaming projector. Then there are a few things.

You can look for it while choosing the projector. Let’s talk about those points.

Input Lag or Latency Rate

Input lag: This is the amount of time. When you touch on your gaming console control/button. And that thing takes time to display on the projector screen.

Those days are gone. When you will get a high input lag on most of the projectors. But at present time there are some projectors.

Which has a very low input lag of 4.2 ms. If you are a hardcore gamer. Then you should choose the projector with 4.2 ms.

But if you are casual gamer. You should go with the 20, 30, 40 or more ms projectors.

Frame Rate or Refresh Rate

To have a smooth experience on the screen. While playing games on your projector. By connecting your projector to PS4 or PS5.

You should also look at the frame rate of the projector. Mainstream gaming projector supports 120 Hz of frame rate.

And you will also get a projector. Which has a frame rate of 240 Hz. Which is amazing in the gaming projector.

Connection or Input

If you are going to connect your projector with the PS4, PS5 or Xbox. And any other gaming console with the projector.

Make sure your gaming projector has at least HDMI 2.1. To get the fast data flow. 

Throw Distance

The distance between the projector and the screen. To make a certain size of the image. Mostly there are three types of the projector.

Divide according to throw distance. To know more. Which one is best for you can read the article on Long Throw vs Short Throw vs Ultra Short Throw projector.

Resolution

1080p is good. If you have a budget. But I will suggest you go with the 4k projector.

Contrast Ratio

If you like to play games. Which have dark or grey them. Then you should choose the projector.

Which has good contrast ratio numbers. To get the sharp shadow detail.

Are projectors worth it for gaming? 

Yes, a big screen like a projector. You won’t get in any other screen technology at an affordable price. 

Those days are gone. When the projector used to have high input lag. And not compatible with the gaming console.

And not capable of handling the gaming consoles. High video signals.

Modern gaming projector. Are great. When you want a 100-inch gaming screen.

With no lag.

Can you play PS5 or PS4 or Xbox or Wii on a projector? 

Yes, if your projector has an HDMI input port. Then you can easily connect any gaming console with the projector.

The HDMI input port is important. For a good gaming experience. For connection, you can follow our detailed article:-

• How to connect PS5 or PS4 with the projector?
• How to connect Xbox with the projector?
• Two-step to connect Wii with the projector.

Conclusion: Best gaming projectors.

Playing games on the projector is worth it. If you have the gaming projector.

Which has very low input and also has a good framerate. 

And there are various types of people. Some want to play the HIGH fps game on the projector.

Some people want to have casual games. On the projector. And have a few movies and sports.

And people have various other expectations people have with their gaming projector.

But, if you have read this article. I bet you have found your best gaming projector.

Because in this article. I have covered all types of a gaming projector. According to the people’s expectations.

See you next time…