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  • Avg. price: ~£3,290
  • ANSI lumens: 2800
  • Native panel resolution: 2716x1528
  • Throw ratio: 0.189:1

Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

7.1

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%

7.1

Technical Score

10.0%

6.7

User score

Very good
7.1

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%

7.7

Image Quality

22.0%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.9

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

9.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

8.4

Connectivity

6.0%

6.9

Design & Power

Very good
6.7

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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

2.9

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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3.7
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5.0
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5.0
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 5.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.9

    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%

    3.4

    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

  • 7.2
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    7.7

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    5.8

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The Samsung Premiere LSP9T is a flagship ultra-short throw projector that delivers a massive 130-inch cinematic experience from just 23.8 cm away. It features a sophisticated triple-laser light source with 2,800 ANSI lumens, 4K UHD resolution, and is the world’s first projector to be HDR10+ certified, covering 106% of the BT.2020 color gamut for exceptional vibrancy. Main characteristics include a 2,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, the Tizen smart platform for direct app streaming, and a built-in 40W 4.2-channel Acoustic Beam sound system. Its primary pros are its space-saving design, remarkable color accuracy, and high brightness that holds up in ambient light. However, notable cons include its premium price point, black levels that can't rival OLED panels, lack of 120Hz support for competitive gaming, and occasional rainbow effect artifacts common to DLP systems.

Technical Specifications of Samsung The Premiere Projector 130

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%

7.7

Image Quality

22.0%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.9

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

9.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

8.4

Connectivity

6.0%

6.9

Design & Power

7.1
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has a technical score of 7.08 points, which is higher than 83.1% 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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

2.9

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.7
(10)
amazon
5.0
(4)
amazon
5.0
(2)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

6.7
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has a user score of 6.74 points, which is lower than 86.6% 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.
2.9
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has a popularity of 2.9 points, which is higher than 55.4% 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%

7.1

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

5.2
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.2 points, which is lower than 79.7% 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

2,800
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 reaches 2800 ANSI lumens, brighter than 62.7% of projectors and equal to 1.2% 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 uses a native resolution of 2716x1528, higher than 89.5% of projectors and equal to 2.1% 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

3840x2160
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% 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

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

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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

130 inch
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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

55.9 ms
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has input lag of 55.9 ms, higher than 84.9% of projectors.
In Game Mode at 1080P/60Hz.
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
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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

2.0
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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

4.2
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports Bluetooth 4.2, more modern than 56.6% of projectors and equal to 6.3% 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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

laser
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 uses a laser light source. 72% 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

20,000 hours
Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 offers lamp life of 20000 hours, shorter than 34.3% of projectors and equal to 27.5% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 vs the average projector

  • Higher output resolution
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 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

    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 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

    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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
  • Supports geometric warping
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • Supports HDR10+
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 0.19 inch larger DMD chip
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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.
    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

    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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.0.66 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
    What it is: Support for Dolby Atmos 3D surround sound format.
    When it matters: When you send sound to a compatible surround setup, Atmos support matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Higher output resolution
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • High native resolution
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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.
  • 27.3% brighter image
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (2,800 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • Supports HLG
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Supports geometric warping
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • Advanced focus control
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
  • Motorized focus
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 has more HDMI ports than the average projector (3 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • Supports Miracast
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
  • Uses laser light source
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.9% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 120 inch smaller image size
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has a lower projection size than the average projector (130 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • 28.9 ms higher input lag
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has a higher input lag than the average projector (55.9 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode at 1080P/60Hz.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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.
  • 3.71x heavier weight
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 is heavier than the average projector (11.5 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 4 dB louder eco mode
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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.
  • 176.1 W higher power use
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 uses more power than the average projector (410 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 2 dB louder operation
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 250.5 mm wider body
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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
  • 120 inch smaller image size
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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
  • 28.9 ms higher input lag
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 has a higher input lag than the average projector (55.9 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode at 1080P/60Hz.
    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 Projector 130 has a higher input lag than the average projector (55.9 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.55.9 ms vs 27 ms
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 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 Projector 130 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 3.71x heavier weight
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 is heavier than the average projector (11.5 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    What it is: Total weight of the projector including lamp and lens.
    When it matters: When you move the projector between rooms or setups, lower weight matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 is heavier than the average projector (11.5 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.11.5 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 4 dB louder eco mode
    Samsung The Premiere Projector 130 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.
    What it is: Sound level produced in eco or quiet mode, 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 Projector 130 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.32 dB vs 28 dB
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Samsung The Premiere Projector 130?

  • Exceptional brightness (2,800 ANSI lumens) allows for viewing in rooms with moderate ambient light.
  • Triple laser technology delivers a massive 130-inch display with vibrant, high-purity colors covering 106% of BT.2020.
  • Ultra-short-throw design enables a 130-inch image from just 23.8cm (9.4 inches) away from the wall.
  • Comprehensive Tizen smart platform provides an interface and app selection identical to Samsung’s high-end TVs.
  • Impressive built-in 4.2 channel 40W sound system with 'Acoustic Beam' technology that mimics a dedicated soundbar.
  • Built-in TV tuners and multiple HDMI ports (including eARC) make it a viable, all-in-one television replacement.

What customers dislike about Samsung The Premiere Projector 130?

  • High retail price compared to other ultra-short-throw models and traditional projectors.
  • Noticeable 'rainbow effect' (colour striping) in high-contrast scenes, despite the lack of a traditional colour wheel.
  • Black levels, while strong for a DLP projector, do not match the depth of OLED TVs or high-end LCoS projectors.
  • Setup and physical alignment can be tedious and requires a perfectly flat screen surface to avoid image distortion.
  • Gaming limitations include a lack of 4K/120Hz support and relatively high input lag (approx. 53-56ms).
  • Some users report occasional software sluggishness and laser speckling artifacts in bright scenes.

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techradar.com
13/02/2024
Samsung Premiere LSP9T projector review - TechRadar

The Samsung Premiere LSP9T is a premium ultra short throw (UST) 4K projector designed as a high-end alternative to massive living room TVs. It uses an innovative triple-laser system (RGB) to deliver exceptionally bright, sharp, and detailed pictures, projecting up to a 130-inch image while sitting just inches away from the wall. Unlike most projectors, it includes a fully integrated...Read more

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projectorcentral.com
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The Samsung Premiere LSP9T is a premium, ultra-short-throw (UST) flagship projector featuring a discrete RGB triple-laser engine capable of delivering a super-wide color gamut that exceeds BT.2020 color space expectations. Tested on a 100-inch ambient-light-rejecting (ALR) screen, it measured at 2,979 ANSI lumens in its default Dynamic mode, proving it has enough firepower to punch...Read more

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projectorreviews.com
14/02/2022
Samsung Premiere LSP9T Laser TV Review - Projector Reviews

The Samsung Premiere LSP9T is a premium 4K ultra-short-throw smart projector designed as a high-end replacement for traditional large living room televisions. It is highly praised for its pioneering triple (RGB) laser light engine, which delivers an exceptionally vibrant picture with world-first HDR10+ certification and a massive color palette covering 147% of the DCI-P3 gamut....Read more

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stuff.tv
18/11/2021
Samsung The Premiere LSP9T 4K Smart Triple Laser Projector review

The Samsung The Premiere LSP9T is an ultra-short throw 4K projector designed to deliver a massive 130-inch home cinema experience from just 238mm away from the wall. The review praises its sleek minimalist design, which allows it to blend seamlessly into modern home decor like a high-end soundbar rather than a traditional ceiling-mounted device. Key advantages highlighted include an...Read more

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techaeris.com
27/12/2022
Samsung Premiere LSP9T review: A feature-rich 4K HDR10/ ...

The Techaeris review awards the Samsung Premiere LSP9T an Editor's Choice Award for its exceptional triple-laser 4K picture quality, wide color gamut, and integrated Tizen smart platform, which mimics a high-end TV. Commended for its built-in 40W soundbar system, the projector delivers robust performance with a relatively easy setup. However, the unit carries a premium $6,499 price...Read more

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The Samsung The Premiere LSP9T is a premium 4K ultra short throw (UST) projector designed to replace a living room TV by projecting an epic image of up to 130 inches directly against a wall. Powered by a genuine three-laser lighting system, it delivers an outstanding peak brightness of 2,800 Lumens and an exceptionally vibrant, pure colour range that achieves 147% of the DCI-P3...Read more

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perfectacoustic.co.uk
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Testing The Samsung Premiere LSP9T Projector - Perfect Acoustic

The Samsung Premiere LSP9T is an award-winning, ultra-short-throw 4K projector highlighted for its innovative triple-laser architecture. It serves as a premium all-in-one home cinema solution capable of projecting clear images up to 130 inches directly near a wall. Among its primary advantages are a remarkable 2,800 lumens of brightness and a wide color spectrum covering 106% of the...Read more

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homecinemachoice.com
16/02/2021
Samsung The Premiere LSP9T 4K HDR UST laser projector review

The Samsung Premiere LSP9T is lauded as a premium, 5/5-rated ultra-short-throw projector featuring an RGB triple-laser system that delivers vibrant color, covering 98% of the REC.2020 space. It offers 2,800 Lumens brightness, 4K HDR10+ support, Tizen smart TV functionality, and an impressive 4.2-channel built-in sound system, making it a capable TV replacement. However, the unit...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
04/12/2020
Samsung Premiere LSP9T Review: Replacement TV

The Trusted Reviews evaluation of the Samsung Premiere LSP9T identifies it as a premium, living-room-friendly 4K ultra-short throw projector designed to replace traditional TVs. Key advantages include its advanced triple-laser engine delivering a bright 2,800-lumen output, vibrant color accuracy, integrated 4.2-channel sound, and the Tizen smart TV platform. Conversely, the review...Read more

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projectorreviews.com
14/02/2022
Samsung Premiere LSP9T Laser TV Review – Notable Features

The Samsung Premiere LSP9T is a premium ultra-short-throw projector designed to replace traditional living room flat-panel televisions. A major pro of this "Laser TV" is its advanced triple RGB laser-light source, which outputs up to 2,800 ANSI lumens and lasts for 20,000 hours without needing a brightness-limiting color filter. This allows it to reproduce an exceptional 147% of the...Read more

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techguide.com.au
21/12/2020
Samsung Premiere short throw projector review - a complete home theatre in one unit

The Samsung Premiere LSP9T is a premium 4K ultra-short-throw projector that serves as a comprehensive, all-in-one home cinema solution. Designed to sit just 11.3cm away from a wall or fixed screen, it can project a massive, high-clarity 4K image up to 130 inches. The reviewer praises the device for its exceptionally easy setup, sleek textile-wrapped design, and integrated smart TV...Read more

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perfectacoustic.de
22/01/2021
Testing the Samsung Premiere LSP9T Projector

The Perfect Acoustic review praises the Samsung Premiere LSP9T as a revolutionary, top-tier 4K ultra-short throw laser projector that rivals modern televisions by successfully projecting massive, vibrant images up to 330 cm. It stands out as the world's first projector with a certified HDR10+ rating, utilising a premium triple-laser system (RGB) to bypass the traditional color wheel...Read more

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cine4home.de
17/11/2020
Review: Samsung LSP9T The Premiere Laser TV - Cine4home.de

The Samsung LSP9T "The Premiere" is a groundbreaking ultra-short-throw projector that serves as a legitimate flat-screen television alternative, notable for being one of the first to feature a built-in triple tuner (Satellite/DVB-C/DVB-T) alongside a fully functional Tizen smart operating system. Its standout feature is an innovative RGB triple-laser light source that achieves 2,600...Read more

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beamer24.de
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Samsung Laser TV - Review rating: Very good! The Premiere - LSP9T

However, the projector does present a few prominent limitations according to the testing data. Despite marketing claims suggesting it is highly capable for gaming, expert analysis notes that with a relatively high input lag of roughly 50 to 56 milliseconds and a lack of 120Hz or HDMI 2.1 support, it is only suitable for casual gaming rather than competitive play. Furthermore,...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
25/01/2021
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The Les Numériques review of the Samsung The Premiere (LSP9T) highlights it as a highly capable, premium 4K ultra-short throw tri-laser projector designed to serve as a genuine television replacement. The reviewer notes that its massive 130-inch image capability is paired with distinct advantages, including an exceptionally bright output, instant power-on thanks to its laser source,...Read more

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frandroid.com
16/12/2020
Samsung The Premiere LSP9T Review: Our Full Verdict

The Samsung The Premiere LSP9T is a high-end, ultra-short-throw projector designed to replace a traditional living room television. It features a premium triple-laser system and a 0.66-inch DLP chip that delivers a sharp, simulated Ultra HD image up to 130 inches from just centimetres away. On the plus side, the reviewer highly praised its strong contrast ratio of 1683:1, vibrant...Read more

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on-mag.fr
07/02/2023
Samsung The Premiere SP-LSP9T Review: An ultra-short-throw projector capable of replacing a TV

The Samsung The Premiere SP-LSP9T is a premium, ultra-short-throw DLP projector featuring a triple RGB laser light source that can project images up to 130 inches in diagonal. Running on Samsung's Tizen operating system, it functions as a comprehensive television replacement with a built-in TNT tuner, extensive streaming applications, AirPlay 2 compatibility, and a powerful...Read more

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perfectacoustic.fr
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Samsung Premiere LSP9T Projector Review

The Samsung Premiere LSP9T is a premium 4K ultra-short-throw laser projector utilizing a triple laser system (RGB) that completely bypasses the traditional DLP color wheel, delivering a highly impressive peak brightness of 2,800 lumens and a rated lifespan of up to 20,000 hours. Designed to project an expansive image up to 330 cm (130 inches) even when positioned directly against a...Read more

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mondoprojos.fr
21/03/2021
Samsung The Premiere SP-LSP9TFA Review: Grégory's Verdict

The Samsung The Premiere SP-LSP9TFA is a premium ultra-short-throw (UST) mono-DLP laser projector designed as an all-in-one audiovisual home cinema solution. It is built around a high-tier Texas Instruments 0.66-inch DMD chip, which uses XPR pixel-shifting technology to simulate an incredibly sharp 4K UHD resolution. Driven by a triple RGB laser light source, it outputs an...Read more

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elespanol.com
24 de noviembre de 2021
We tested The Premiere, the projector for a 130-inch screen that will replace your TV

Samsung The Premiere Review Summary The Samsung The Premiere is a premium, high-performance ultra-short-throw projector designed to completely replace your living room smart TV. Its standout feature is its ability to project a massive screen from an incredibly close distance to a white wall, eliminating complex installation logistics. Placing the unit just 11.3 centimetres away from...Read more

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businessinsider.es
28/08/2021
Samsung The Premiere: Review, Features, and Opinion

The ⁠Business Insider Spain review highlights Samsung The Premiere as an exceptional, high-end ultra-short-throw projector that can easily replace a traditional television by delivering a stunning cinematic home theatre experience. A major pro is its advanced 4K UHD triple-laser technology, boasting 2,800 lumens and HDR10+ certification, which yields highly vibrant, realistic...Read more

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dday.it
24/03/2021
The Premiere Review: How Samsung Brings the Cinema Into Your Home

Review Overview Samsung re-enters the consumer projector market with The Premiere (LSP9), a high-end, ultra-short-throw 4K projector designed to replace a traditional living room television. Priced at €6,500, this premium model features a sleek, lifestyle-friendly white chassis with a fabric grille that allows it to project images up to 130 inches while sitting just 25 cm away from...Read more

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avmagazine.it
27/04/2021
Samsung Trilaser LSP9T Supertest | Page 8: Viewing, Listening, and Conclusions

The Samsung The Premiere LSP9T is a premium ultra-short-throw (UST) DLP projector utilizing an innovative triple-laser (3P) light source that achieves near-total coverage of the expansive REC BT.2020 color gamut. In his review, Emidio Frattaroli praises the projector's exceptional color energy, which delivers remarkably vibrant yet natural skin tones and smooth color gradations...Read more

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perfectacoustic.it
22/01/2021
Samsung Premiere LSP9T Projector Review

The Samsung Premiere LSP9T review highlights this ultra-short-throw 4K projector as a groundbreaking and highly capable device for a premium home cinema experience. The top selling points include its impressive brightness of 2800 lumens and its advanced triple laser system, which allows the projector to be used effectively in both dark rooms and broad daylight. It is the first...Read more

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bright.nl
11/11/2024
Time to start saving: the new Samsung projector is fantastic

The Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) is a premium ultra-short throw 4K projector capable of projecting massive images up to 130 inches from just 24 cm away from the wall (or 100 inches from 11 cm). This second-generation model significantly improves over its predecessor with a boosted brightness of 3,450 lumens and 154% coverage of the DCI-P3 HDR colour gamut. Its primary advantages...Read more

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perfectacoustic.nl
Date not specified
Testing the Samsung Premiere LSP9T projector FWD Benelux

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