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Epson EH TW9300W Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£2,900Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:2500Throw ratio:1.35-2.84:1Lamp life:3500 hours

Epson EH TW9300W Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Epson EH TW9300W
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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Score components

90%

7.4

Technical score

10%

7.4

User score

â–²Better than 81% of projectors
5.5

Value for money

Value for money
5.5/ 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%

7.4

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 83%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

42%

8.3

Image Quality

22%

8.5

Projection & Lens

12%

6.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

5.7

Audio & Features

8%

5.6

Connectivity

6%

5.0

Design & Power

â–²Better than 82%
7.4

User score

User score
7.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

3.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 82%
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Technical Specifications of projector Epson EH TW9300W

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components:

42%

8.3

Image Quality

22%

8.5

Projection & Lens

12%

6.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

5.7

Audio & Features

8%

5.6

Connectivity

6%

5.0

Design & Power

7.4
User score
User score
7.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

70%

9.2

User ratings

30%

3.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.4
Popularity
Popularity
3.3/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Popularity:
Epson EH TW9300W has a popularity score of 3.3 points, which is lower than 56.9% of projectors.
3.3
Value for money
Value for money
5.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.5
ANSI lumens
2,500
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 2,500 ANSI lumens, brighter than 53.3% of projectors and equal to 4.1% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
1,000,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1, higher than 84.6% of projectors and equal to 2.1% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 59.7% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Via 4K enhancement.
Projection technology
3LCD
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Throw ratio
1.35-2.84:1
Min throw distance
1.27 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.27 m, longer than 71.6% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
Max projection size
300 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.9% of projectors and equal to 37.9% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
2.1
Market range: <1.1 – >2.1
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 2.1, wider than 93.7% of projectors and equal to 5.7% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
yes
This projector has motorized zoom. 83.8% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
28 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 28 ms, higher than 51.5% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not support ALLM. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
?
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.5% of projectors and equal to 45.2% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45% of projectors and equal to 47.7% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not support Wi-Fi. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.9% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Epson iProjection app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
3,500 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 3,500 hours, longer than 87.1% of projectors and equal to 3.7% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
5,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 5,000 hours, longer than 85.4% of projectors and equal to 6.9% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
314 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 314 W of power, more than 73.8% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
Maximum power-on rating.
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Epson EH TW9300W vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (100% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    100% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 0.8 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    2.1 vs 1.3
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via 4K enhancement.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector supports lens memory, while the average projector does not. 9% of projectors support lens memory.
    Stores up to 10 presets.
  • 17.1 % more horizontal lens shift
    This projector has more horizontal lens shift than the average projector (47.1 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    47.1 % vs 30 %
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    240 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 36.3 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (96.3 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    96.3 % vs 60 %
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (100% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    100% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via 4K enhancement.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    240 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via 4K enhancement.
  • 13.6% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (2,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    2,500 vs 2,200
  • 0.8 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    2.1 vs 1.3
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector supports lens memory, while the average projector does not. 9% of projectors support lens memory.
    Stores up to 10 presets.
  • 17.1 % more horizontal lens shift
    This projector has more horizontal lens shift than the average projector (47.1 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    47.1 % vs 30 %
  • 36.3 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (96.3 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    96.3 % vs 60 %
  • Has motorized zoom
    This projector has motorized zoom, while the average projector does not. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    motorized vs manual
  • 53.5 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    300 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • 3 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (4 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    4 vs 1
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This projector has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • Includes VGA
    This projector includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 45.3% of projectors include VGA input.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Epson iProjection app.
  • 6 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (24 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    24 dB vs 30 dB
  • 8 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (20 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    20 dB vs 28 dB
  • 0.15 W lower standby power
    This projector uses less standby power than the average projector (0.4 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    0.35 W vs 0.5 W
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 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.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
  • 16,500 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (3,500 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    3,500 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 0.25 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.27 m vs 1.025 m
  • 3.77x more expensive
    Epson EH TW9300W is more expensive than the average projector (£2,900 vs £770).
    £2,900 vs £770
  • 18.4% worse value for money
    Epson EH TW9300W has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.5 vs 6.5).
    5.5 vs 6.51
  • 7.5% lower user score
    User score
    7.4/ 10
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    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 distribution
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    Epson EH TW9300W
    the average projector
    Epson EH TW9300W has a lower user score than the average projector (7.44 vs 8.000).
    7.44 vs 8
  • 0.25 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.27 m vs 1.025 m
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • 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.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    This projector does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.9% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 16,500 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (3,500 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    3,500 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 3.61x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (11.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    11.2 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 15,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 220 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (520 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    520 mm vs 300 mm
  • 79 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (314 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    Maximum power-on rating.
    314 W vs 235 W
  • 66 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (193 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
    193 mm vs 127 mm
  • 5 older model
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2016 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    September 2016
    2016 vs 2021

Video reviews

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

9.0
Tweakers Tech Hub
≈ estimated
20/01/2017
Hands-on review · image quality and lens tests
Verdict
Epson EH-TW9300W has very little to criticise on image quality, and it is the best choice for enthusiasts at well under half the cost of true 4K.
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Epson EH TW9300W

  • Exceptional value for money, offering high-end features like a fully motorised lens and lens memory at a lower price point than competitors.
  • Superb picture quality with deep black levels, impressive contrast (1,000,000:1), and high brightness (2,500 lumens).
  • Highly flexible installation thanks to powerful motorised lens shift, zoom (2.1:1), and focus that can be controlled via remote.
  • Convincing HDR performance for an affordable projector, with a cinema filter that reaches close to 100% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut.
  • Stable wireless HDMI connectivity (on the 'W' model) for streaming 4K content without long cable runs.
  • Low input lag (approx. 28ms), making it a strong choice for large-screen gaming.
  • Quiet operation in Eco mode, with noise levels as low as 20dB.

What customers don't like about Epson EH TW9300W

  • Large and heavy physical footprint, which can be difficult to mount or place in smaller, average-sized rooms.
  • Not a native 4K projector; it uses '4K Enhancement' pixel-shifting technology to simulate UHD resolution.
  • HDMI bandwidth limitations (no 18Gbps support) restrict 4K gaming to 24p or 30p, meaning it cannot handle 4K/60Hz HDR from some consoles.
  • Noticeable fan noise when running in 'High' lamp mode, which is often required for the best HDR experience.
  • Dynamic iris can be slightly slow or audible in its operation, leading some users to prefer leaving it switched off.
  • Does not include 3D glasses in the box, requiring an additional purchase for 3D viewing.

Verdict

The Epson EH-TW9300W is a high-end 3LCD home cinema projector featuring 4K-enhancement technology, a 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and 2,500 lumens of both white and colour light output. Its main characteristics include HDR10 support, motorized optics with a 2.1x optical zoom, and a WirelessHD transmitter that allows for cable-free 4K streaming. Pros include exceptional black levels, highly flexible installation thanks to wide powered lens shift (±96.3% vertical, ±47.1% horizontal), and a quiet operation at 20dB in Eco mode. However, cons include its bulky and heavy chassis, the lack of native 4K resolution, and some reported loss of image detail when using the wireless transmitter compared to a wired connection.

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