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Hisense 100L9G Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£2,630Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:3000Throw ratio:0.25:1Lamp life:25000 hours

Hisense 100L9G Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Hisense 100L9G
7.6/10

Overall score

Score
7.6/ 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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90%

7.5

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

â–²Better than 85% of projectors
5.6

Value for money

Value for money
5.6/ 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.
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70%

7.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

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7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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%

8.6

Image Quality

22%

4.0

Projection & Lens

12%

8.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.3

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

7.1

Design & Power

â–²Better than 85%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 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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70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 77%
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Technical Specifications of projector Hisense 100L9G

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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
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Score distribution
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Score components:

42%

8.6

Image Quality

22%

4.0

Projection & Lens

12%

8.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.3

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

7.1

Design & Power

7.5
User score
User score
7.7/ 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%

8.6

User ratings

30%

5.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
5.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
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Popularity:
Hisense 100L9G has a popularity score of 5.5 points, which is higher than 53.8% of projectors.
5.5
Value for money
Value for money
5.6/ 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%

7.6

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.6
ANSI lumens
3,000
This projector reaches 3,000 ANSI lumens, brighter than 64.2% of projectors and equal to 9.1% 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 XPR pixel shifting.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
0.25:1
Min throw distance
?
Max projection size
100 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 100 inch, smaller than 92.4% of projectors and equal to 6.6% of projectors.
Fixed-focus size limit.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
34.1 ms
This projector has input lag of 34.1 ms, higher than 59.5% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector supports ALLM. 82.9% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports use 2.1 and 2.
Max HDMI bandwidth
48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 48 Gbps, higher than 90.1% of projectors and equal to 9.9% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 48 and 18 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
3
This projector has 3 HDMI port/s, more than 92.8% of projectors and equal to 6.9% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 29.4% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
4
This projector supports Bluetooth 4, more modern than 53.3% of projectors and equal to 2.6% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Android TV built in.
Operating system
proprietary
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone 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
laser
This projector uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% of projectors.
TriChroma.
Laser Light Source
yes
This projector uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
TriChroma Triple Color Laser Engine.
Lamp life
25,000 hours
This projector offers lamp life of 25,000 hours, shorter than 62.1% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
25,000 hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 25,000 hours, shorter than 55.5% of projectors and equal to 6.9% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
320 W
This projector uses 320 W of power, more than 75.3% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
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Hisense 100L9G 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 (107% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    107% BT.2,020 % 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 XPR pixel shifting.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 36.4% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,000 vs 2,200
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (107% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    107% BT.2,020 % 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 XPR pixel shifting.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • 36.4% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,000 vs 2,200
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    Different HDMI ports use 2.1 and 2.
    2.1 vs 2.0
  • 2.67x higher HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    Different HDMI ports reach 48 and 18 Gbps.
    48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    This projector has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • 1 more HDMI ports
    This projector has more HDMI ports than the average projector (3 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    3 vs 2
  • 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
  • Modern USB standard
    This projector supports a newer USB standard than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average projector supports USB USB 2.0.
    Also includes USB 2 ports.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • 1 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • 4x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (40 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    40 W vs 10 W
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Android TV built in.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This projector supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    2x20W speaker.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • Uses laser light source
    This projector uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
    TriChroma Triple Color Laser Engine.
  • 5,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 146.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (100 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    Fixed-focus size limit.
    100 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 7 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (37 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    37 dB vs 30 dB
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Basic focus control
    This projector has Basic focus control than the average projector (fixed vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    fixed vs manual
  • 3.42x more expensive
    Hisense 100L9G is more expensive than the average projector (£2,630 vs £770).
    £2,630 vs £770
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 3.42x more expensive
    Hisense 100L9G is more expensive than the average projector (£2,630 vs £770).
    £2,630 vs £770
  • 16.3% worse value for money
    Hisense 100L9G has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.59 vs 6.5).
    5.59 vs 6.51
  • 4% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 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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    the average projector
    Hisense 100L9G has a lower user score than the average projector (7.70 vs 8.000).
    7.7 vs 8
  • 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
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 146.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (100 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    Fixed-focus size limit.
    100 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • Basic focus control
    This projector has Basic focus control than the average projector (fixed vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    fixed vs manual
  • 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
  • 7.1 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (34.1 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    34.1 ms vs 27 ms
  • 7 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (37 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    37 dB vs 30 dB
  • 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
  • 310 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (610 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    610 mm vs 300 mm
  • 85 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (320 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    320 W vs 235 W
  • 201 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (346 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
    346 mm vs 145 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
HandyAndy Media
≈ estimated
18/07/2022
Hands-on review · brightness, build and setup
Verdict
Hisense 100L9G has a bright, good-looking image, but it's only worth buying if you use the included screen.
8.0
HandyAndy Media
≈ estimated
18/07/2022
First look · unboxing and first impressions
Verdict
Hisense 100L9G looks premium, but full setup and testing are still to come.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

projectorreviews.com
02/11/2021
Lab test · Color and brightness
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9G is a bright laser projector that delivers highly accurate color after calibration, though its blacks stay dark grey and bright modes tint blue.
techradar.com
13/02/2024
Hands-on test · Tri-laser projector
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9G is an all-in-one projector with a strong picture, but its fixed focus needs a set distance from the wall and has no built-in Netflix.
homecinemachoice.com
18/05/2022
Hands-on review · Laser TV
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9GTUK is a bright, TV-like projector with a built-in Freeview tuner that suits lit living rooms, though its gaming and HDR support fall short.
whathifi.com
04/05/2022
Hands-on test · Laser TV
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9GTUK is a bright, sharp 100-inch projector that looks most TV-like in a lit room, but dark scenes look grey and a hot spot shows.
projectorcentral.com
24/11/2021
Review · Laser TV
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9G-CINE100A is a 3,000-lumen 4K laser projector sold with a cinema screen, but it is now discontinued.
projectorreviews.com
02/11/2021
Hands-on review · Laser TV
Verdict
The Hisense L9G is a bright laser TV with strong sound and wide color coverage, but it is among the most expensive laser TVs on the market.
trustedreviews.com
13/06/2022
Hands-on test · Laser TV
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9GTUK is a bright, colourful 100-inch laser projector that works well in lit living rooms, though dark scenes look grey and the picture has a hot spot.
audiovision.de
09/05/2021
Lab test · 100-inch laser TV
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9G is a bright 100-inch laser TV that works in daylight and suits living rooms, though its blacks stay dark grey and its sound is thin.
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av-magazin.de
28/10/2022
Summary of the review
av-magazin.de
28/10/2022
Hands-on test · Picture and sound
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9G gives a large picture that holds up in lit rooms, but it starts with a blue tint and its blacks are weaker than a TV's.
H
heimkinoraum.de
18/10/2022
Summary of the review
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heimkinoraum.de
21/06/2022
Summary of the review
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satvision.de
22/12/2021
Summary of the review
avmagazine.it
14/03/2022
Hands-on preview · Laser TV
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9G is a very bright laser TV that can sit close to the wall, though fixed focus and missing Disney+ and Apple TV+ apps are drawbacks.
fwd.nl
20/04/2022
Lab test · Laser TV projector
Verdict
The Hisense 100L9G is a bright, colorful laser TV projector that copes well with daylight, but its HDR highlights and gaming features fall short.
P
pu.nl
29/05/2022
Summary of the review
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pu.nl
29/05/2022
Summary of the review

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Hisense 100L9G

  • Vibrant and accurate color performance, covering 107% of the BT.2020 color space due to the TriChroma triple-laser engine.
  • High brightness (3,000 lumens) allows for a clear, TV-like experience even in rooms with ambient light when used with the included ALR screen.
  • Excellent built-in 40W Dolby Atmos sound system that outperforms most standard TV speakers and many budget soundbars.
  • Low input lag (approx. 34-35ms for 4K/60Hz) makes it a strong option for non-competitive gaming on a massive screen.
  • Includes a high-quality 100-inch Ambient Light Rejecting (ALR) screen as part of the standard package.
  • Extremely quiet operation, with fan noise that is nearly imperceptible even at high light levels.

What customers don't like about Hisense 100L9G

  • Poor black levels compared to OLED or high-end traditional projectors; dark scenes can appear dark grey rather than deep black.
  • Fixed focal length limits flexibility; the unit must be placed at a precise distance to maintain focus on the 100-inch screen.
  • Initial setup and alignment can be tedious and frustrating, often requiring two people and precise measurements.
  • Native smart platform (Android TV or VIDAA depending on region) may lack certain key apps like Netflix in some versions.
  • Does not support 4K/120Hz or Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) for gaming, despite having HDMI 2.1 ports.
  • Potential for the 'rainbow effect' (RBE) and brightness instability during quick transitions between dark and light scenes.

Verdict

The Hisense 100L9G is a 4K Ultra Short Throw (UST) laser TV that features a TriChroma RGB triple-laser engine, achieving a peak brightness of 3,000 ANSI lumens and covering an industry-leading 107% of the BT.2020 color space. It includes a dedicated 100-inch Ambient Light Rejecting (ALR) screen, integrated 40W Dolby Atmos speakers, and runs on the Android TV or VIDAA platform with built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and a TV tuner. Its main pros include exceptional color accuracy without a color wheel, impressive brightness for daytime viewing, and low input lag (approx. 34ms) for 4K/60Hz gaming. However, notable cons include mediocre black levels that can appear dark grey in low-light rooms, a lack of manual or motorized focus due to its fixed focal length design, and the absence of native Netflix support on certain regional OS versions.

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