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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£790
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,000
  • ANSI lumens: 4000
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 1.48-1.62:1

Acer Vero XL2521 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

6.6

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.6

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
6.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

8.1

Image Quality

22.0%

4.7

Projection & Lens

12.0%

7.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

3.9

Audio & Features

8.0%

5.2

Connectivity

6.0%

8.7

Design & Power

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 8.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    7.5

    Audio output power

  • 5.2
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.9

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    1.0

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Smart TV features

  • 7.6
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    10

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    7.9

    Audible noise

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £790

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Verdict

The Acer Vero XL2521 is an eco-friendly DLP laser projector designed for sustainability, featuring a chassis made from 50% post-consumer recycled plastic and energy-efficient technology that reduces power consumption by up to 50% compared to lamp-based models. It delivers a native Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution with a high brightness of 4,000 ANSI lumens and a dynamic contrast ratio of 50,000:1, making it suitable for well-lit office or home environments. Key performance highlights include a long-lasting laser light source rated for up to 30,000 hours in Eco mode, IP6X dust protection for reliable continuous 24/7 operation, and flexible installation features such as 360-degree projection and four-corner keystone correction. Major pros include its massive 300-inch maximum image size, low maintenance requirements, and a relatively quiet operation at 27 dBA in Eco mode. However, notable cons include its lack of built-in smart TV features or wireless streaming, a modest 1.1x manual zoom that limits placement flexibility, and integrated 15W speakers that may provide thin audio quality for immersive entertainment.

Technical Specifications of Acer Vero XL2521

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

?

Image Quality

22.0%

?

Projection & Lens

12.0%

?

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

?

Audio & Features

8.0%

?

Connectivity

6.0%

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Design & Power

6.6
Acer Vero XL2521 has a technical score of 6.6 points, which is higher than 73.1% of projectors.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.0
Acer Vero XL2521 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.6

Overall score

40.0%

6.3

Price

6.5
Acer Vero XL2521 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.5 points, which is higher than 66.6% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

4,000
Acer Vero XL2521 reaches 4000 ANSI lumens, brighter than 85.9% of projectors and equal to 5.2% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

50,000:1
Acer Vero XL2521 has a contrast ratio of 50000:1, higher than 67.4% of projectors and equal to 2.4% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
Acer Vero XL2521 uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% of projectors.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
Acer Vero XL2521 supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Throw ratio
What it is: Ratio between projection distance and image width.
When it matters: When room size and screen size have to match properly instead of guessing whether the projector will fit the space.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.48-1.62:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Max projection size
What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

300 inch
Acer Vero XL2521 supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.8% of projectors and equal to 38% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.1
Acer Vero XL2521 offers a zoom ratio of 1.1, narrower than 86.1% of projectors and equal to 12.2% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
Acer Vero XL2521 does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

Importance: LOW

yes
Acer Vero XL2521 supports ALLM. 79.9% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
Acer Vero XL2521 does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

2.0
Acer Vero XL2521 supports HDMI 2.0, more modern than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 36.7% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

18 Gbps
Acer Vero XL2521 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.1% of projectors and equal to 40% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

2
Acer Vero XL2521 has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 47% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

no
Acer Vero XL2521 does not support Wi-Fi. 52.7% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

Importance: LOW

no
Acer Vero XL2521 does not support Bluetooth. 50% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

N/A
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Smart TV features
What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

Importance: LOW

no
Acer Vero XL2521 does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

none
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

Importance: LOW

no
Acer Vero XL2521 does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.6% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

no
Acer Vero XL2521 does not include a remote control. 98.5% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

laser
Acer Vero XL2521 uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

yes
Acer Vero XL2521 uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

20,000 hours
Acer Vero XL2521 offers lamp life of 20000 hours, shorter than 34.3% of projectors and equal to 27.5% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

30,000 hours
Acer Vero XL2521 offers eco-mode lamp life of 30000 hours, shorter than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 35.6% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

113 W
Acer Vero XL2521 uses 113 W of power, less than 68.2% of projectors.
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Acer Vero XL2521 vs the average projector

  • 81.8% brighter image
    Acer Vero XL2521 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (4,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Acer Vero XL2521 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (4,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.4,000 vs 2,200
  • Supports HDR10+
    Acer Vero XL2521 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
    What it is: Support for HDR10+ dynamic high dynamic range format.
    When it matters: When you care whether the projector supports dynamic HDR metadata rather than static HDR formats alone.

    Importance: LOW

    Acer Vero XL2521 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports ALLM
    Acer Vero XL2521 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
    What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
    When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Acer Vero XL2521 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (50000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
    When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (50000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.50,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Uses laser light source
    Acer Vero XL2521 uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
    What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
    When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

    Importance: LOW

    Acer Vero XL2521 uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    What it is: Number of screen refreshes per second, measured in hertz.
    When it matters: When motion clarity matters for gaming, sports, or fast-moving video instead of slower cinematic content only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    What it is: Size of the DMD chip, measured in inches.
    When it matters: When fine image detail matters and you want more hardware context behind how sharp the picture may look on a large screen.

    Importance: LOW

    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.0.65 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 1 more audio input ports
    Acer Vero XL2521 has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    What it is: Number of analog audio input ports available.
    When it matters: When you connect several devices at the same time, port count matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Acer Vero XL2521 has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.1 vs 0
  • 81.8% brighter image
    Acer Vero XL2521 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (4,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • Supports HDR10+
    Acer Vero XL2521 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (50000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Supports ALLM
    Acer Vero XL2521 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Acer Vero XL2521 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • 1 more USB ports
    Acer Vero XL2521 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Includes memory card slot
    Acer Vero XL2521 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • Includes VGA
    Acer Vero XL2521 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    Acer Vero XL2521 has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
  • 50% stronger audio output
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher audio output power than the average projector (15 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
  • Uses laser light source
    Acer Vero XL2521 uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
  • 120.9 W lower power use
    Acer Vero XL2521 uses less power than the average projector (113 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • Narrower color gamut
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (90% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
  • 0.2 2x narrower zoom range
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Acer Vero XL2521 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    Acer Vero XL2521 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No remote control
    Acer Vero XL2521 does not include a remote control, while the average projector does. 98.4% of projectors include a remote control.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    Acer Vero XL2521 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
    What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
    When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

    Importance: LOW

    Acer Vero XL2521 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • 0.2 2x narrower zoom range
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
    When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Acer Vero XL2521 has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.1.1 vs 1.3
  • Limited HDMI format
    Acer Vero XL2521 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Acer Vero XL2521 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Narrower color gamut
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (90% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    What it is: Percentage of the target color gamut covered by the projector.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Acer Vero XL2521 has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (90% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.90% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • No remote control
    Acer Vero XL2521 does not include a remote control, while the average projector does. 98.4% of projectors include a remote control.
    What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
    When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Acer Vero XL2521 does not include a remote control, while the average projector does. 98.4% of projectors include a remote control.
  • 93.2% less popular
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a lower popularity than the average projector (1.00 vs 1.932).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
    When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
    Acer Vero XL2521 has a lower popularity than the average projector (1.00 vs 1.932).1 vs 1.93

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What customers like about Acer Vero XL2521?

  • High brightness of 4,000 ANSI lumens, making it suitable for well-lit rooms
  • Long-lasting laser light source with up to 30,000 hours of life in Eco mode
  • Eco-friendly design using 50% post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic in the chassis
  • Flexible installation with 360-degree projection and 4-corner correction
  • Lower power consumption (up to 50% less) compared to traditional lamp projectors
  • Sealed optical engine with IP6X dust protection for high reliability

What customers dislike about Acer Vero XL2521?

  • Native resolution is limited to 1080p (FHD), which may feel dated compared to 4K models
  • Fan noise can be noticeable during normal operation, especially when Eco mode is disabled
  • Lacks advanced wireless features like built-in Wi-Fi or Bluetooth out of the box
  • Internal speaker (15W mono) is functional but may lack the depth needed for home cinema
  • Relatively expensive compared to some budget 4K lamp-based projectors

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