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JMGO N3 Ultra Max review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£2,530Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:4480Throw ratio:0.88-1.2:1Lamp life:30000 hours

JMGO N3 Ultra Max Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 2 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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%

9.0

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

7.9

Reviews score

10%

?

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

★Better than 94% of projectors
5.9

Value for money

Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
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%

8.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

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9.0

Technical score

Technical score
9.0/ 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%

9.1

Image Quality

22%

8.9

Projection & Lens

12%

8.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.9

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

9.0

Design & Power

★Better than 99%
7.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.9/ 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%

6.1

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 1 video review, 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–¼Worse than 51%
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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.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £2,530
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Technical Specifications of projector JMGO N3 Ultra Max

Technical score
Technical score
9.0/ 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%

9.1

Image Quality

22%

8.9

Projection & Lens

12%

8.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.9

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

9.0

Design & Power

9.0
Reviews score
7.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 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%

8.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.9
ANSI lumens
4,480
This projector reaches 4,480 ANSI lumens, brighter than 91.1% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
5,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 5000:1, lower than 59.1% of projectors and equal to 1.9% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 27% of projectors and equal to 59.2% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 71.2% of projectors and equal to 24.6% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
0.88-1.2:1
Min throw distance
0.5 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.5 m, shorter than 87.1% of projectors and equal to 3.2% of projectors.
Max projection size
300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.5% of projectors and equal to 38% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.3
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 42.5% of projectors and equal to 14.4% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
yes
This projector has motorised zoom. 85.4% of projectors offer this.
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Input lag
?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically for games. 84.1% 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
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.2% of projectors and equal to 17.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 48 Gbps, higher than 90.7% of projectors and equal to 9.3% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.9% of projectors and equal to 47.3% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector connects to Wi-Fi networks for streaming. 46.7% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
This projector uses Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), which is newer than 83.1% of projectors and the same as in 14.9% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
5.2
This projector supports Bluetooth 5.2, more modern than 87.1% of projectors and equal to 7.4% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Google TV built in.
Operating system
Google TV
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 63.3% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
JMGO app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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Light source type
laser
This projector uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 75.4% of projectors and equal to 24.6% of projectors.
Triple Laser.
Laser light source
yes
This projector has a laser light source. 73.3% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
30,000 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
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 64% of projectors and equal to 31.9% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
180 W
This projector uses 180 W of power, less than 55.8% of projectors and equal to 2.5% of projectors.
Maximum power-on rating.
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JMGO N3 Ultra Max vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 2.04x brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (4,480 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    4,480 vs 2,200
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    110% BT.2,020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.6% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • 15 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 66 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (130 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    130 % vs 64 %
  • 6.8% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.9/ 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%

    6.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    1 review, its grade estimated from the review text. 1 video review, 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.
    7.9 vs 7.4
  • 2.04x brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (4,480 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    4,480 vs 2,200
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    110% BT.2,020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.6% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • 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 HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.2% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 41.2% of projectors support HLG.
  • 4 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2025 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    October 2025
    2025 vs 2021
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • 15 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 66 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (130 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    130 % vs 64 %
  • 15 degrees more horizontal correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 0.51 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.5 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • 50 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    300 inch vs 250 inch
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports auto low-latency mode
    This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically, while the average projector does not. 16% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    2.1 vs 2
  • 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.
    48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 24.9% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • 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
  • More advanced USB ports
    This projector has faster USB ports than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Supports Miracast mirroring
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 46.4% 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.
    Google TV built in.
  • 3x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (30 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 15W.
    30 W vs 10 W
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 36.7% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    JMGO app.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • Laser light source
    This projector has a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 26.7% of projectors have one.
  • 5 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (26 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    26 dB vs 31 dB
  • 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.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 2 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (26 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    26 dB vs 28 dB
  • 2.11x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (6.3 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    6.3 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 3.83x more expensive
    JMGO N3 Ultra Max is more expensive than the average projector (£2,530 vs £660).
    £2,530 vs £660
  • 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.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (5000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    5,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 17.2% worse value for money
    JMGO N3 Ultra Max has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.93 vs 6.9).
    5.93 vs 6.95
  • 73 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (195 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    195 mm vs 122 mm
  • 3.83x more expensive
    JMGO N3 Ultra Max is more expensive than the average projector (£2,530 vs £660).
    £2,530 vs £660
  • 17.2% worse value for money
    JMGO N3 Ultra Max has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.93 vs 6.9).
    5.93 vs 6.95
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (5000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    5,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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.
  • 2.11x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (6.3 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    6.3 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 73 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (195 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    195 mm vs 122 mm

Video reviews

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

8.0
What Other Hobbies?
≈ estimated
29/10/2024
First impressions · unboxing and initial setup
Verdict
JMGO N3 Ultra Max impresses out of the box, especially its gimbal and brightness, though everyday use is still unclear.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
mondoprojos.fr
≈ estimated
20/01/2025
Partial test · Triple-laser projector
Verdict
The JMGO N3 Ultra Max is nearly silent and sharp, but this China-market unit has Mandarin-only menus, so most buyers should wait for the global version.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about JMGO N3 Ultra Max

  • Exceptional brightness of up to 4,600 CVIA lumens, making it effective even in well-lit rooms
  • AI-powered electric gimbal and motion-sensing remote allow for effortless 'point-and-play' setup and real-time image alignment
  • Outstanding 4K image quality with a 5,000:1 contrast ratio and wide 110% BT.2020 color gamut
  • Flexible installation via vertical and horizontal lens shift and 1.3x optical zoom without resolution loss
  • Quiet operation and high-quality integrated speakers with significant bass
  • Certified Google TV with native Netflix support and various pre-installed streaming apps

What customers don't like about JMGO N3 Ultra Max

  • Slow and laggy settings menu, especially when apps are running in the background
  • Higher price point compared to previous models like the N1S Ultra
  • AI obstacle avoidance may result in a smaller-than-desired image if the wall is cluttered
  • Rotating base design still carries a risk of cable tangling if wires are too short
  • Potential issues with customer support and the return/refund process based on some user experiences
  • Reported technical glitches such as intermittent eARC audio issues and G-sensor errors affecting auto-keystone

Verdict

The JMGO N3 Ultra Max is a flagship 4K UHD triple-laser projector featuring the MALC 3.0 RGB laser engine, which delivers a brightness of up to 4,600 CVIA lumens (approx. 4,000–4,350 ISO lumens) and a high 5,000:1 contrast ratio. It covers 110% of the BT.2020 color gamut and includes an innovative AI-powered motorized gimbal that allows for 360° horizontal rotation and 160° vertical tilt, controlled via a motion-sensing remote. Major pros include its effortless setup with auto-focus, keystone correction, and obstacle avoidance, alongside high-end specs like HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 6, and a 240Hz refresh rate for gaming. However, potential cons include its high price point, the risk of cable tangling during full 360° rotations, and reported skepticism regarding whether such high brightness levels can be maintained without sacrificing image quality on its 0.47-inch DMD chip.

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