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ASUS ZenBeam L2 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£620Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:400Throw ratio:1.2:1Lamp life:30000 hours

ASUS ZenBeam L2 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 20 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

ASUS ZenBeam L2
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.9

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.5

Reviews score

10%

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Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 51% of projectors
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

â–²Better than 59%
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

42%

5.1

Image Quality

22%

6.8

Projection & Lens

12%

5.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.4

Audio & Features

8%

6.4

Connectivity

6%

7.5

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 75%
8.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

9.0

Popularity

Grades by review (20)
16 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 4 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 70%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the ASUS ZenBeam L2

Based on 10 · 4

Reviewers find setup easy and the picture good, but the remote and menus frustrate, and opinions split on brightness.
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Technical Specifications of projector ASUS ZenBeam L2

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

42%

5.1

Image Quality

22%

6.8

Projection & Lens

12%

5.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.4

Audio & Features

8%

6.4

Connectivity

6%

7.5

Design & Power

5.9
Reviews score
8.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.2

Price

7.2
ANSI lumens
400
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 400 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 83.1% of projectors and equal to 1.6% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
400:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 400:1, lower than 97.2% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
Typical contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 27% of projectors and equal to 59.2% of projectors.
Output resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 25.9% of projectors and equal to 42.3% of projectors.
Supports 4K input.
Projection technology
DLP
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.2:1
Min throw distance
0.8 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.8 m, shorter than 69.8% of projectors and equal to 4.9% of projectors.
Max projection size
120 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 120 inch, smaller than 80.2% of projectors and equal to 10.7% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
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What reviewers say
Input lag
78.8 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 78.8 ms, higher than 93% of projectors.
At 1080P/60Hz.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not switch to low-latency mode automatically. 16.1% of projectors offer this.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 46.1% of projectors and equal to 35.9% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
?
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.2% of projectors and equal to 42.9% of projectors.
Second HDMI socket is dedicated to the TV box.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector connects to Wi-Fi networks for streaming. 46.7% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi via included Android TV dongle.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector uses Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which is newer than 55.6% of projectors and the same as in 27.5% of projectors.
Wi-Fi via included Android TV dongle.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth via included Android TV dongle.
Bluetooth version
5
This projector supports Bluetooth 5, more modern than 62.4% of projectors and equal to 17.1% of projectors.
Bluetooth via included Android TV dongle.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Android-based smart OS.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 36.8% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth remote included.
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What reviewers say
Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.6% of projectors and equal to 39.9% of projectors.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
30,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 67.9% of projectors and equal to 25.9% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 64% of projectors and equal to 31.9% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
90 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 90 W of power, less than 74.3% of projectors and equal to 1.4% of projectors.
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What reviewers say

ASUS ZenBeam L2 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Supports auto keystone correction
    This projector corrects keystone distortion automatically, while the average projector does not. 36.9% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • 10 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 2 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (3 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    3 vs 1
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 24.9% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Via included Android TV dongle.
  • Includes built-in battery
    This projector has a built-in battery, while the average projector does not. 6.3% of projectors have one.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 14.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    9.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (20)
    16 reviews: 9 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 4 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.5 vs 7.4
  • 2 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2023 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    2023 vs 2021
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Supports auto keystone correction
    This projector corrects keystone distortion automatically, while the average projector does not. 36.9% of projectors offer this.
  • 10 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 0.21 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.8 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.8 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
  • 2 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (3 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    3 vs 1
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 24.9% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Via included Android TV dongle.
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • Includes built-in battery
    This projector has a built-in battery, while the average projector does not. 6.3% of projectors have one.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector 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.
    Eco mode rating.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 140 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (90 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    90 W vs 230 W
  • 47.3% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1.6 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    1.57 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 165 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (132 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    132 mm vs 297 mm
  • 81.8% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (400 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    400 vs 2,200
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (400:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Typical contrast ratio.
    400:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    Second HDMI socket is dedicated to the TV box.
    1 vs 2
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 130 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    120 inch vs 250 inch
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 51.8 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (78.8 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 1080P/60Hz.
    78.8 ms vs 27 ms
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 81.8% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (400 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    400 vs 2,200
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (400:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Typical contrast ratio.
    400:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Narrower color gamut
    This projector has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (120% sRGB % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    120% sRGB % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 0.24 inch smaller DMD chip
    This projector has a lower DMD chip size than the average projector (0.2 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.23 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 130 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    120 inch vs 250 inch
  • 51.8 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (78.8 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 1080P/60Hz.
    78.8 ms vs 27 ms
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector 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.
    Higher-resolution input is downscaled to the native image.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    Second HDMI socket is dedicated to the TV box.
    1 vs 2
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 50 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (172 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    172 mm vs 122 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Shannon Morse
≈ estimated
22/07/2024
Hands-on review · setup, brightness and battery tests
Verdict
ASUS ZenBeam L2 is a strong portable projector for movie lovers and travellers, though it is pricey.
9.0
Nate Murphy
≈ estimated
05/11/2023
Hands-on review · home and van use
Verdict
ASUS ZenBeam L2 suits van life and home use and is recommended despite its battery and 1080p limits.
8.0
Too Much Tech
≈ estimated
24/03/2024
Hands-on review · fan noise, picture and apps
Verdict
ASUS ZenBeam L2 is a good deal overall for portable media, though its loud fan is a real annoyance.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
projectorcentral.com
✓ explicit
13/02/2024
Lab test · Android TV projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam Latte L2 is a light, full HD projector for movies on the move, but Bright mode looks green and its lag rules out serious gaming.
9.0
digitalcameraworld.com
✓ explicit
11/12/2023
Hands-on review · Android TV projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is a portable projector with a built-in Android TV box, best for movies, though autofocus can be fiddly and the speaker never gets loud.
5.0
projectorreviews.com
≈ estimated
11/10/2023
Lab test · Battery projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is bright and lasts on battery for movie nights, but its unfinished smart features and difficult menus make a Chromecast the better streaming choice.
9.0
morsecodecreative.com
≈ estimated
22/07/2024
Hands-on review · Travel projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is a compact projector that focuses and straightens its picture by itself, suiting travel, camping and movie nights on the move.
9.0
digitalcitizen.life
✓ explicit
05/10/2023
Hands-on review · Family movie projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is a portable projector with a bright 1080p picture and built-in battery, suited to family movie nights in any room.
8.0
tweakreviews.com
✓ explicit
01/12/2023
Hands-on test · Battery projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is easy to set up and carry, with a good battery and automatic focus, but its price is high and it struggles in daylight.
9.0
mezha.ua
✓ explicit
11/03/2024
Lab test · Brightness measurements
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 suits movie nights on a plain wall, with a balanced built-in speaker, but its Android player is separate and it weighs over 1.5 kg.
8.0
techgameworld.com
≈ estimated
24/02/2024
Hands-on review · Setup and features
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is the best ASUS portable projector so far, with a good picture and easy-to-use Google TV, but its buttons and settings need fixing.
6.0
hardware-helden.de
≈ estimated
06/05/2024
Hands-on test · Portable 1080p projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is a decent portable projector for dark rooms with built-in Android TV, but it struggles in daylight and drains its battery quickly.
9.0
charlestech.fr
✓ explicit
04/05/2024
Hands-on review · Premium portable projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is a compact, premium-looking 1080p projector with sharp, colorful images for films and games, but focus must be set by hand.
9.0
root-nation.com
≈ estimated
25/04/2024
Hands-on review · Android TV projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is a well-built 1080p projector with Android TV and 4K HDR support, though at 1.57 kg it is nearly a kilo heavier than its predecessor.
8.4
profesionalreview.com
✓ explicit
19/09/2023
Hands-on test · Android TV projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 suits movies in dark rooms with built-in Android TV, but it struggles in bright rooms, and its 2020 hardware limits it to everyday use.
9.2
pcguia.pt
✓ explicit
14/02/2025
Hands-on review · Portable projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 gives a vivid 120-inch picture for travel, but its separate Android box is fiddly to install.
8.0
techprincess.it
≈ estimated
23/02/2024
Hands-on test · Portable projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 gives a bright, sharp picture in a solid body, but its remote and software still need work.
9.0
uagna.it
✓ explicit
12/07/2024
Hands-on test · Gaming and outdoor use
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 gives a cinema-like picture for evening films in the garden and for gaming, but daylight washes out the image.
9.5
ceotech.it
≈ estimated
28/10/2024
Hands-on review · Everyday use
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 sets itself up automatically, looks premium and works in a lit room, suiting films and a second PC screen.
hynerd.it
19/02/2024
Not graded yet
8.0
tweakreviews.com
✓ explicit
01/12/2023
Hands-on test · Battery projector
Verdict
The ASUS ZenBeam L2 is easy to set up and carry, with a good battery and automatic focus, but its price is high and it struggles in daylight.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about ASUS ZenBeam L2

  • High brightness (960 LED lumens) for its compact size
  • Excellent color reproduction with 120% sRGB coverage
  • Longer-than-average battery life (up to 3.5 hours)
  • Fast and effective auto-focus and keystone correction
  • Sleek, aesthetically pleasing design with a leather carrying handle
  • Includes a high-quality protective travel case
  • Versatile connectivity options including USB-C with DisplayPort

What customers don't like about ASUS ZenBeam L2

  • Relatively high price compared to similar portable projectors
  • Smart features require an external HAKO mini Android TV box rather than being native
  • Separate menu systems for the projector and Android TV can be confusing
  • Built-in 10W speaker lacks sufficient volume and bass for larger spaces
  • Bright mode can produce a noticeable green tint and poor skin tones
  • Auto-keystone feature can sometimes be inaccurate or difficult to disable
  • Noticeable fan noise during high-performance operation

Verdict

The Asus ZenBeam L2 is a portable 1080p DLP projector featuring a 960 LED lumen light source (approximately 400 ANSI lumens) and a short-throw lens capable of projecting a 120-inch image from just 3 metres. Its core strengths include a built-in 65Wh battery providing up to 3.5 hours of playback, an integrated 10W Harman Kardon speaker system, and a 120% sRGB colour gamut for vivid visuals. It simplifies setup with rapid 3-second autofocus, automatic horizontal/vertical keystone correction, and obstacle avoidance, while offering smart capabilities via an included Google-certified Android TV box. On the downside, some users report a noticeably loud fan, high input lag (~79ms) that limits it to casual gaming, and a higher price point compared to similar portable competitors.

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