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  • Avg. price: ~£3,860
  • ANSI lumens: 3200
  • Native panel resolution: 2716x1528
  • Throw ratio: 0.189:1

Samsung The Premiere 9 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

7.2

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%

7.3

Technical Score

10.0%

6.1

User score

Very good
7.3

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%

7.9

Image Quality

22.0%

4.6

Projection & Lens

12.0%

8.4

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

9.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

8.1

Connectivity

6.0%

6.8

Design & Power

Very good
6.1

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%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

3.2

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
(20)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 5.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    5.2

    Input lag

    25.0%

    1.0

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    10

    Audio output power

  • 7.3
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.3

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    10

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Smart TV features

  • 7.3
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    8.7

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    5.2

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) is a flagship ultra-short throw (UST) 4K projector featuring a cutting-edge RGB triple-laser light source that delivers 3,450 ISO lumens of brightness and covers 154% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Capable of projecting an image up to 130 inches from just 23.8 cm away, it supports HDR10+ and integrates a powerful 40W 2.2.2-channel Dolby Atmos sound system with up-firing speakers and Object Tracking Sound (OTS). Its main pros include exceptional color vibrancy, high brightness suitable for daytime use with an ALR screen, and a comprehensive Tizen-powered smart platform with a built-in Gaming Hub. However, its notable cons include relatively weak black levels typical of DLP technology, the absence of Dolby Vision support, a high price point compared to competitors, and an input lag of 53ms that may not satisfy competitive gamers.

Technical Specifications of Samsung The Premiere 9

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%

7.9

Image Quality

22.0%

4.6

Projection & Lens

12.0%

8.4

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

9.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

8.1

Connectivity

6.0%

6.8

Design & Power

7.3
Samsung The Premiere 9 has a technical score of 7.34 points, which is higher than 87.6% 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%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

3.2

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
(20)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

6.1
Samsung The Premiere 9 has a user score of 6.15 points, which is lower than 92.8% 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.
3.2
Samsung The Premiere 9 has a popularity of 3.2 points, which is higher than 57.8% 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%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

5.4
Samsung The Premiere 9 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

3,200
Samsung The Premiere 9 reaches 3200 ANSI lumens, brighter than 73.9% of projectors and equal to 3.3% 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

1,500:1
Samsung The Premiere 9 has a contrast ratio of 1500:1, lower than 80.8% of projectors and equal to 2.9% of projectors.
Native contrast ratio.
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

2716x1528
Samsung The Premiere 9 uses a native resolution of 2716x1528, higher than 89.5% of projectors and equal to 2.1% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
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

3840x2160
Samsung The Premiere 9 supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Via XPR pixel shifting.
Projection technology
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

DLP
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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

0.189:1
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

2.54 m
Samsung The Premiere 9 needs a minimum throw distance of 2.54 m, longer than 98.7% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
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

130 inch
Samsung The Premiere 9 supports projection sizes up to 130 inch, smaller than 78.7% of projectors and equal to 1% 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

N/A
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
Samsung The Premiere 9 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

53 ms
Samsung The Premiere 9 has input lag of 53 ms, higher than 82.5% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
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

yes
Samsung The Premiere 9 supports ALLM. 79.9% 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

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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

2.0
Samsung The Premiere 9 supports HDMI 2.0, more modern than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 36.7% 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

18 Gbps
Samsung The Premiere 9 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.1% of projectors and equal to 40% 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

3
Samsung The Premiere 9 has 3 HDMI port/s, more than 92.7% of projectors and equal to 7% 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

yes
Samsung The Premiere 9 supports Wi-Fi. 47.4% 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

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Samsung The Premiere 9 supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.6% of projectors and equal to 29.2% of projectors.
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

yes
Samsung The Premiere 9 supports Bluetooth. 50.1% 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

5.2
Samsung The Premiere 9 supports Bluetooth 5.2, more modern than 88.7% of projectors and equal to 7.4% of projectors.
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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

yes
Samsung The Premiere 9 has smart TV features. 56.3% of projectors have smart TV features.
Tizen OS built in.
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

proprietary
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

yes
Samsung The Premiere 9 comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.5% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Samsung SmartThings 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
Samsung The Premiere 9 includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
Solar-powered remote included.
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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

laser
Samsung The Premiere 9 uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% of projectors.
Triple Laser.
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

yes
Samsung The Premiere 9 uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
Triple Laser.
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

20,000 hours
Samsung The Premiere 9 offers lamp life of 20000 hours, shorter than 34.3% of projectors and equal to 27.5% 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

20,000 hours
Samsung The Premiere 9 offers eco-mode lamp life of 20000 hours, shorter than 32.8% of projectors and equal to 19.5% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
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

410 W
Samsung The Premiere 9 uses 410 W of power, more than 91.7% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
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Samsung The Premiere 9 vs the average projector

  • Higher output resolution
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via XPR pixel shifting.
    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

    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
    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

    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.2716x1528 vs 1920x1080
  • 45.5% higher brightness
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,200 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

    Samsung The Premiere 9 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.3,200 vs 2,200
  • Supports geometric warping
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
    Supports 15-point geometric correction.
    What it is: Support for geometric image warping on irregular surfaces.
    When it matters: When the projector must work on an off-angle setup or irregular surface instead of a perfectly aligned flat screen.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • Supports HDR10+
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
    What it is: Support for HDR10+ dynamic high dynamic range format.
    When it matters: When you care whether the projector supports dynamic HDR metadata rather than static HDR formats alone.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports ALLM
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
    What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
    When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
    What it is: Uses pixel shifting to increase perceived image resolution.
    When it matters: When you want more perceived detail than the native panel alone would provide, especially on bigger screens.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
    What it is: Support for HDMI ARC to send audio to external devices.
    When it matters: When you use a soundbar, receiver, or speakers, audio output options matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Higher output resolution
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • 45.5% higher brightness
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • High native resolution
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
  • Supports HDR10+
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • 0.19 inch larger DMD chip
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
  • Supports HLG
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Supports geometric warping
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • Motorized focus
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports ALLM
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • Supports AirPlay
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • 1 more HDMI ports
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has more HDMI ports than the average projector (3 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • Supports Miracast
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • 4x stronger audio output
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher audio output power than the average projector (40 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
  • Smartphone app support
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    Samsung The Premiere 9 supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
  • Uses laser light source
    Samsung The Premiere 9 uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.

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Image Quality
Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • No 3D support
    Samsung The Premiere 9 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
    No supported 3D playback format is stated.
  • No 3D glasses support
    Samsung The Premiere 9 does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.9% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 1.48 m longer throw distance
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher throw distance than the average projector (2.5 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
  • 120 inch smaller projection size
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a lower projection size than the average projector (130 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • 26 ms High input lag
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher input lag than the average projector (53 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Samsung The Premiere 9 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.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    Samsung The Premiere 9 does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.2% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • 3 dB louder operation
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    Maximum noise rating.
  • 3.74x heavier
    Samsung The Premiere 9 is heavier than the average projector (11.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 4 dB louder eco mode
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (32 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
  • 176.1 W higher power consumption
    Samsung The Premiere 9 uses more power than the average projector (410 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 250.5 mm wider body
    Samsung The Premiere 9 is wider than the average projector (550 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native 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

    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.1,500:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 1.48 m longer throw distance
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher throw distance than the average projector (2.5 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of 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

    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher throw distance than the average projector (2.5 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.2.54 m vs 1.06 m
  • 120 inch smaller projection size
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a lower projection size than the average projector (130 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

    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a lower projection size than the average projector (130 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.130 inch vs 250 inch
  • 26 ms High input lag
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher input lag than the average projector (53 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    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

    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher input lag than the average projector (53 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.53 ms vs 27 ms
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 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

    Samsung The Premiere 9 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
    Samsung The Premiere 9 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.
    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

    Samsung The Premiere 9 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
  • No 3D support
    Samsung The Premiere 9 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
    No supported 3D playback format is stated.
    What it is: Whether the projector supports 3D playback in any format.
    When it matters: When you want real 3D playback rather than support for only one niche 3D format.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung The Premiere 9 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 3 dB louder operation
    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    Maximum noise rating.
    What it is: Sound level produced during operation, measured in decibels.
    When it matters: When you watch in a quiet room close to the projector, lower noise matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung The Premiere 9 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.33 dB vs 30 dB
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amazon
3.7
20 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Samsung The Premiere 9?

  • Exceptional brightness (3,450 ISO lumens) makes it viable for living rooms with some ambient light.
  • Triple-laser technology provides a massive colour gamut, covering up to 154% of DCI-P3.
  • Integrated 40W 2.2.2 channel audio with Dolby Atmos is considered best-in-class for built-in projector sound.
  • Full Tizen OS provides a seamless smart TV experience with native apps like Netflix and Disney+.
  • Ultra-short throw design allows for a 130-inch image from just inches away from the wall.
  • Solar-powered remote eliminates the need for disposable batteries.

What customers dislike about Samsung The Premiere 9?

  • Noticeable 'rainbow effect' (colour flashing) on high-contrast scenes, a common trait of DLP technology.
  • Sub-par black levels and contrast performance compared to high-end LCoS projectors or cheaper competitors.
  • Limited gaming features: lacks 4K/120Hz support and has a relatively high input lag of 53ms.
  • Missing Dolby Vision support, which is common in many streaming and physical media formats.
  • Very high price point compared to rivals offering similar performance levels.
  • Removal of built-in TV tuners in the latest 2024 (LPU9D) model.

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