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NexiGo PJ40 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£290Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:700Throw ratio:1.47:1Lamp life:30000 hours

NexiGo PJ40 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

NexiGo PJ40
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 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
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

▼Worse than 56% of projectors
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

▲Better than 81%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

42%

5.6

Image Quality

22%

5.5

Projection & Lens

12%

6.9

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.4

Audio & Features

8%

8.7

Connectivity

6%

7.0

Design & Power

▼Worse than 61%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 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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▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 80%
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Technical Specifications of projector NexiGo PJ40

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components:

42%

5.6

Image Quality

22%

5.5

Projection & Lens

12%

6.9

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.4

Audio & Features

8%

8.7

Connectivity

6%

7.0

Design & Power

6.3
User score
User score
8.6/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Popularity:
NexiGo PJ40 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 89.3% of projectors.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

7.2
ANSI lumens
700
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 700 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 73.4% of projectors and equal to 2.1% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
3,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 3000:1, lower than 61.7% of projectors and equal to 5.8% of projectors.
Native 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.
Output Resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
LCD
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Throw ratio
1.47:1
Min throw distance
1.44 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.44 m, longer than 79.5% of projectors and equal to 0.1% 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
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
16 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 16 ms, lower than 74.3% of projectors and equal to 3.1% of projectors.
In Low Latency Mode.
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
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 45.3% of projectors and equal to 36.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 47.7% of projectors and equal to 40.1% 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
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
5.1
This projector supports Bluetooth 5.1, more modern than 80.8% of projectors and equal to 7.7% of projectors.
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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
Android
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.2% of projectors come with a 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
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% 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
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 25.3% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 62.5% of projectors and equal to 33.2% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
160 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 160 W of power, less than 60.1% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
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NexiGo PJ40 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 2x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (20 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    20 W vs 10 W
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 11 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (16 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Low Latency Mode.
    16 ms vs 27 ms
  • 2.05x more popular
    NexiGo PJ40 has a higher popularity than the average projector (10 vs 4.9).
    10 vs 4.87
  • 7.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 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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    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    NexiGo PJ40
    the average projector
    NexiGo PJ40 has a higher user score than the average projector (8.58 vs 8.000).
    8.58 vs 8
  • 2.66x cheaper
    NexiGo PJ40 is cheaper than the average projector (£290 vs £770).
    £290 vs £770
  • 11.2% better value for money
    NexiGo PJ40 has a higher value-for-money score than the average projector (7.24 vs 6.5).
    7.24 vs 6.51
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 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
  • 11 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (16 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Low Latency Mode.
    16 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 2x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (20 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    20 W vs 10 W
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    Eco mode rating.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 29% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (2.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    2.2 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 68.2% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (700 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    700 vs 2,200
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 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.
    Higher-resolution input is downscaled to the native image.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 0.42 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.4 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.44 m vs 1.025 m
  • Narrower color gamut
    This projector has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (77.92% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    77.92% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 68.2% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (700 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    700 vs 2,200
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Narrower color gamut
    This projector has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (77.92% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    77.92% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (3000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    3,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 0.42 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.4 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.44 m vs 1.025 m
  • 10 degrees less horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers less horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (20 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    20 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    Higher-resolution input is downscaled to the native image.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Old HDCP version
    This projector has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 7 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (35 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    35 dB vs 28 dB

Video reviews

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

7.0
Verified Reviews
≈ estimated
21/07/2026
Honest review · pros, cons and who it suits
Verdict
NexiGo PJ40 is a decent budget projector for casual movie and game nights, but it has brightness, fan and connection drawbacks.
8.0
Detrone Does It
≈ estimated
04/10/2023
Hands-on review · image quality and fan noise tests
Verdict
NexiGo PJ40 has a clear, detailed picture and a quiet fan, a real step up from cheaper projectors.
8.0
NotEnoughTECH
≈ estimated
08/08/2023
Hands-on review · brightness, gaming and audio tests
Verdict
NexiGo PJ40 is a decent budget pick for casual use: bright, with a good picture, but weak for competitive gaming.
9.0
Galaxy Tech Review
≈ estimated
18/05/2023
Hands-on review · setup, mirroring and gaming tests
Verdict
NexiGo PJ40 is bright enough for indoor or outdoor use and well suited to movies and games.
8.0
TechWalls
≈ estimated
09/12/2024
Few months of use · comparison with a budget rival
Verdict
NexiGo PJ40 is a high-quality pick with useful keystone correction, though a cheaper rival can be better value if the projector is placed well.
9.0
FishBee Productions
≈ estimated
17/12/2022
Hands-on review · image, gaming and speaker tests
Verdict
NexiGo PJ40 has a strong picture and good value for the price, though it lacks autofocus.
8.0
MARK
≈ estimated
08/05/2025
First look · setup and phone mirroring
Verdict
NexiGo PJ40 looks good so far, with easy phone mirroring, though sound and longer testing are still to come.
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Overview video
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

rtings.com
13/11/2024
Lab test · Budget 1080p projector
Verdict
The NexiGo PJ40 Gen 3 is a high-contrast budget projector for dark rooms, but input lag and a 60Hz refresh limit make it a poor choice for gaming.
techwalls.com
09/12/2024
Long-term use · Budget 1080p projector
Verdict
The NexiGo PJ40 Gen 3 is a budget 1080p projector with 4D keystone correction for awkward placements, but it struggles in lit rooms.
notenoughtech.com
08/08/2023
Daytime test · Budget 1080p projector
Verdict
The NexiGo PJ40 is bright enough for daytime viewing and has decent built-in speakers, but its app support is limited and it suits only casual gaming.
limteam.net
06/01/2025
Long-term review · Home projector
Verdict
The NexiGo PJ40 is a simple 1080p home projector with built-in speakers and wireless mirroring, suited to casual movie nights and outdoor use, though its fan is audible.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about NexiGo PJ40

  • Excellent contrast ratio providing deep blacks for a budget LCD projector
  • Highly adjustable fan speed (levels 1-10) allowing for very quiet operation
  • Versatile 4D manual keystone and auto vertical correction for easier placement
  • Surprisingly loud and clear 20W built-in stereo speakers
  • Calibratable colors (D65/D75) that can be improved significantly compared to out-of-the-box settings
  • Wide range of connectivity including 5G Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, and RJ45 Ethernet
  • Good value for money as an entry-level 1080p home theater unit

What customers don't like about NexiGo PJ40

  • Inadequate brightness for rooms with ambient light; easily washes out
  • Poor long-term durability with frequent reports of 'burnt' LCD spots or brown discoloration appearing after a few months
  • Noticeable vignetting (dimming) in the corners of the projected image
  • High input lag makes it unsuitable for competitive gaming, though 'low latency' mode exists at the cost of disabling keystone
  • Very inaccurate color reproduction right out of the box
  • Barebones Android TV implementation lacking built-in major streaming apps like Netflix
  • Manual focus required as it lacks an autofocus feature

Verdict

The NexiGo PJ40 is a high-value LCD projector featuring a native 1920 x 1080 resolution with 4K downsampling support and 700 ANSI lumens of brightness. Key characteristics include a long-lasting LED light source with a 30,000-hour lifespan, D65 color calibration for accurate hues, and a versatile throw distance supporting images from 50 to 300 inches. Its main pros include dual 10W speakers (20W total) for robust audio, Bluetooth 5.1 and 5G Wi-Fi for seamless wireless mirroring, and unique adjustable fan speeds (levels 1-10) to balance brightness against noise levels ranging from 35dB to 46dB. Notable cons include its reliance on manual focus, a lack of official smart TV software on standard models which necessitates an external streaming stick, and limited brightness that may struggle in rooms with significant ambient light.

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