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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£580
  • Avg. price in US: ~$700
  • ANSI lumens: 2500
  • Native panel resolution: 1024x768
  • Throw ratio: 1.9-2.1:1

Mitsubishi EX240U review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

4.5

Overall score

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

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

Score components:

90.0%

4.4

Technical Score

10.0%

5.4

User score

Poor
4.4

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

42.0%

5.2

Image Quality

22.0%

4.9

Projection & Lens

12.0%

3.8

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

3.4

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.2

Connectivity

6.0%

3.7

Design & Power

Poor
5.4

User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

7.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.5
(4)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 6.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    5.8

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    1.0

    Audio output power

  • 5.3
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.3

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    1.0

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Smart TV features

  • 3.7
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.8

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    6.9

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    4.5

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The Mitsubishi EX240U is a portable DLP projector designed for classrooms and boardrooms, featuring a native XGA resolution (1024x768), 2500 ANSI lumens of brightness, and a 2000:1 contrast ratio. It utilizes BrilliantColor technology with a six-segment color wheel to deliver natural color reproduction and offers 3D-ready capabilities for immersive presentations. Its main advantages include its lightweight 2.4kg design for easy transport, a long lamp life of up to 4000 hours in Eco mode, and flexible connectivity options like HDMI and RJ-45 for network management via Crestron RoomView. However, it is limited by a lower native resolution compared to modern 1080p standards and lacks advanced features such as motorized focus or lens shift.

Technical Specifications of Mitsubishi EX240U

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

42.0%

5.2

Image Quality

22.0%

4.9

Projection & Lens

12.0%

3.8

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

3.4

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.2

Connectivity

6.0%

3.7

Design & Power

4.4
Mitsubishi EX240U has a technical score of 4.44 points, which is lower than 95.1% of projectors.
User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

7.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.5
(4)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

5.4
Mitsubishi EX240U has a user score of 5.39 points, which is lower than 97.6% of projectors.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.6
Mitsubishi EX240U has a popularity of 1.6 points, which is lower than 51.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

4.5

Overall score

40.0%

7.5

Price

5.4
Mitsubishi EX240U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.4 points, which is lower than 73.7% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

2,500
Mitsubishi EX240U reaches 2500 ANSI lumens, brighter than 53.1% of projectors and equal to 4.3% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

2000:1
Mitsubishi EX240U has a contrast ratio of 2000:1, lower than 71.1% of projectors and equal to 7.6% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1024x768
Mitsubishi EX240U uses a native resolution of 1024x768, lower than 88.3% of projectors and equal to 5.5% of projectors.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

1024x768
Mitsubishi EX240U supports output resolution up to 1024x768, lower than 89.2% of projectors and equal to 5.5% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: MEDIUM

1.9-2.1:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: MEDIUM

300 inch
Mitsubishi EX240U supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.8% of projectors and equal to 38% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.1
Mitsubishi EX240U offers a zoom ratio of 1.1, narrower than 86.1% of projectors and equal to 12.2% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
Mitsubishi EX240U does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: LOW

no
Mitsubishi EX240U does not support ALLM. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
Mitsubishi EX240U does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

1.2
Mitsubishi EX240U supports HDMI 1.2, older than 96.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

4.95 Gbps
Mitsubishi EX240U supports HDMI bandwidth up to 4.95 Gbps, lower than 97.7% of projectors and equal to 2.2% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

1
Mitsubishi EX240U has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 42.2% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

no
Mitsubishi EX240U does not support Wi-Fi. 52.7% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

no
Mitsubishi EX240U does not support Bluetooth. 50% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

no
Mitsubishi EX240U does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

none
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: LOW

no
Mitsubishi EX240U does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.6% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

yes
Mitsubishi EX240U includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

lamp
Mitsubishi EX240U uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% of projectors.
UHP.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

no
Mitsubishi EX240U does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

3,000 hours
Mitsubishi EX240U offers lamp life of 3000 hours, longer than 91% of projectors and equal to 4.5% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

4,000 hours
Mitsubishi EX240U offers eco-mode lamp life of 4000 hours, longer than 93.2% of projectors and equal to 2.9% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

315 W
Mitsubishi EX240U uses 315 W of power, more than 74.1% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
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Mitsubishi EX240U vs the average projector

  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    What it is: Number of screen refreshes per second, measured in hertz.
    When it matters: When motion clarity matters for gaming, sports, or fast-moving video instead of slower cinematic content only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 1 more audio input ports
    Mitsubishi EX240U has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    What it is: Number of analog audio input ports available.
    When it matters: When you connect several devices at the same time, port count matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Mitsubishi EX240U has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.1 vs 0
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Mitsubishi EX240U has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    What it is: Number of RJ-45 Ethernet ports available.
    When it matters: When wired network or control connections matter and one Ethernet jack may not be enough for the setup.

    Importance: LOW

    Mitsubishi EX240U has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.1 vs 0
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Mitsubishi EX240U 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
  • 0.08 inch larger DMD chip
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.6 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    What it is: Size of the DMD chip, measured in inches.
    When it matters: When fine image detail matters and you want more hardware context behind how sharp the picture may look on a large screen.

    Importance: LOW

    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.6 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.0.55 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 13.6% brighter image
    Mitsubishi EX240U has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (2,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Mitsubishi EX240U 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
  • Includes VGA
    Mitsubishi EX240U includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
    What it is: Presence of a VGA connector for analog video input.
    When it matters: When older laptops, PCs, or legacy AV hardware still need an analog video input path.

    Importance: LOW

    Mitsubishi EX240U includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • 0.08 inch larger DMD chip
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.6 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
  • 13.6% brighter image
    Mitsubishi EX240U has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (2,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Mitsubishi EX240U has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • Includes VGA
    Mitsubishi EX240U includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    Mitsubishi EX240U has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.

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Image Quality
Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
  • No HDR10 support
    Mitsubishi EX240U does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Low native resolution
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
  • Lower output resolution
    Mitsubishi EX240U supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • Narrower color gamut
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (95% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
  • 0.2 2x narrower zoom range
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Mitsubishi EX240U supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
  • Older HDMI version
    Mitsubishi EX240U has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.2 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • 72.5% lower HDMI bandwidth
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (5 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
  • Old HDCP version
    Mitsubishi EX240U has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.1 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    Mitsubishi EX240U has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    Mitsubishi EX240U does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    Mitsubishi EX240U has fewer USB ports than the average projector (0 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • 80% weaker audio output
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower audio output power than the average projector (2 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
  • No sleep timer
    Mitsubishi EX240U does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.8% of projectors have a sleep timer.
  • Basic light source
    Mitsubishi EX240U has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    UHP.
  • 17,000 hours shorter lamp life
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower lamp life than the average projector (3,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
  • 4 dB louder operation
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher audible noise than the average projector (34 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 16,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
  • 81.1 W higher power use
    Mitsubishi EX240U uses more power than the average projector (315 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 1 dB louder eco mode
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (29 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
  • 11 older model
    Mitsubishi EX240U was released earlier than the average projector (2,010 vs 2,021). The average projector was released in 2,021.
    May 2010
  • No HDR10 support
    Mitsubishi EX240U does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
    What it is: Support for HDR10 high dynamic range standard.
    When it matters: When you want the projector to handle mainstream HDR movie and streaming content instead of standard dynamic range only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Mitsubishi EX240U does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Mitsubishi EX240U supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Mitsubishi EX240U supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Basic light source
    Mitsubishi EX240U has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    UHP.
    What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
    When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

    Importance: LOW

    Mitsubishi EX240U has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.lamp vs laser
  • Lower output resolution
    Mitsubishi EX240U supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
    When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Mitsubishi EX240U supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.1024x768 vs 1920x1080
  • Low native resolution
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
    When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

    Importance: HIGH

    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1024x768 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.1024x768 vs 1920x1080
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Mitsubishi EX240U has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    What it is: Number of bits per color channel for color depth.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Mitsubishi EX240U 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
  • Older HDMI version
    Mitsubishi EX240U has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.2 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
    When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

    Importance: LOW

    Mitsubishi EX240U has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.2 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.1.2 vs 2.0
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    Mitsubishi EX240U has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
    When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

    Importance: LOW

    Mitsubishi EX240U has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.1 vs 2
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Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.5
4 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Mitsubishi EX240U?

  • High brightness (2500 lumens) suitable for daylight or ambient light use
  • Long lamp life estimated between 3000 to 4000 hours in economy mode
  • Excellent portability due to its lightweight design (approx. 2.4 kg)
  • Wide range of connectivity options including HDMI and RJ-45 for network management
  • Good color accuracy for a DLP projector using a 6-segment color wheel
  • Competitive price-to-performance ratio for a 3D-ready XGA projector

What customers dislike about Mitsubishi EX240U?

  • Poor quality built-in speaker (only 2W), often described as 'terrible'
  • Resolution limited to XGA (1024 x 768), which may lack sharpness for high-definition content
  • Lack of motorized focus or motorized zoom features
  • Requires active shutter glasses and specific file formats for 3D viewing
  • Native 4:3 aspect ratio is less ideal for modern widescreen (16:9) cinematic content
  • Audible fan noise (approx. 34 dB) can be noticeable in quiet environments

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01/10/2013
Mitsubishi Projectors: Summary, Pros, Cons (Series Overview) Access the listed resources for further technical specifications and user performance tes...

The Mitsubishi ES100 and EX100 are high-performing DLP projectors that balance brightness with color accuracy. While they offer extreme brightness, achieving the most accurate reds and yellows requires sacrificing some of that power. The ES100, a lower-resolution SVGA model, specifically earned a "Hot Product Award" due to its exceptional compression technology, which is a vital...Read more

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