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NexiGo PJ40 Ultra Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£290Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:800Throw ratio:1.47:1Lamp life:30000 hours

NexiGo PJ40 Ultra 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 Ultra
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 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
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–²Better than 51% of projectors
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 86% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

â–²Better than 86%
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

42%

6.0

Image Quality

22%

5.5

Projection & Lens

12%

5.7

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Audio & Features

8%

9.2

Connectivity

6%

7.0

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 52%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 70%
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Technical Specifications of projector NexiGo PJ40 Ultra

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

42%

6.0

Image Quality

22%

5.5

Projection & Lens

12%

5.7

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Audio & Features

8%

9.2

Connectivity

6%

7.0

Design & Power

6.5
User score
User score
8.1/ 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
â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 69% of models
Popularity:
NexiGo PJ40 Ultra has a popularity score of 7.5 points, which is higher than 69.2% of projectors.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 86% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

7.3
ANSI lumens
800
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 800 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 71.8% of projectors and equal to 1.4% 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 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
?
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
1.4
This projector supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54.8% of projectors and equal to 34% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.5% of projectors and equal to 45.2% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45% of projectors and equal to 47.7% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
?
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
This projector supports Bluetooth 5, more modern than 63% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
proprietary
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% 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 Ultra 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 (95% DCI-P3, 98% sRGB % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    95% DCI-P3, 98% sRGB % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 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.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Voice remote included.
  • 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
  • 12.8% better value for money
    NexiGo PJ40 Ultra has a higher value-for-money score than the average projector (7.34 vs 6.5).
    7.34 vs 6.51
  • 2.66x cheaper
    NexiGo PJ40 Ultra is cheaper than the average projector (£290 vs £770).
    £290 vs £770
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (95% DCI-P3, 98% sRGB % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    95% DCI-P3, 98% sRGB % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 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
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • 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 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.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Voice remote included.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 48.8% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    1.588 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 63.6% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (800 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    800 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
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    1.4 vs 2.0
  • 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
  • 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
  • 63.6% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (800 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    800 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
  • 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.
    3,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    1.4 vs 2.0
  • 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
  • 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.
    Eco mode figure.
    35 dB vs 28 dB

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 Ultra

  • High value for money as a native 1080p budget projector
  • Great picture sharpness and vibrant color quality for the price point
  • Adjustable fan speed allows for quiet operation in dark rooms
  • Strong brightness (up to 800 ANSI lumens) suitable for dimmed environments
  • Versatile connectivity including dual HDMI, USB, RJ45, WiFi, and Bluetooth
  • Effective 4D manual keystone correction for flexible placement
  • Impressive built-in 20W stereo sound quality
  • Officially licensed for apps like Netflix, YouTube, and Prime Video on the Ultra model

What customers don't like about NexiGo PJ40 Ultra

  • Noticeable input lag makes it unsuitable for competitive gaming
  • Risk of LCD burn-in or dark spots with heavy use or high brightness settings
  • Color accuracy out of the box may require manual calibration
  • Lacks autofocus, requiring manual adjustments during setup
  • Potential long-term durability concerns with power components according to some users
  • No optical zoom, requiring physical movement for large changes in screen size
  • Noticeable fan noise when running at maximum brightness levels

Verdict

The NexiGo PJ40 Ultra is a native 1080p LCD projector designed for versatile home and outdoor use, featuring a bright 800 ANSI lumen LED light source and a high 3000:1 contrast ratio for enhanced depth. It is distinguished by its built-in smart functionality with official licenses for Netflix, YouTube, and Prime Video, along with integrated 20W speakers that support AI-enhanced surround sound. Main pros include support for a massive 300-inch display, dual-band 5GHz Wi-Fi for stable screen mirroring, and an adjustable fan speed that allows users to manually balance cooling performance against noise levels (ranging from 35dB to 46dB). However, notable cons include its limited suitability for bright environments as it performs best in dark rooms, a manual focus system rather than automatic, and relatively high input lag that may not satisfy competitive gaming requirements.

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