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ViewSonic X1-4K review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,140Native panel resolution:3840x2160ANSI lumens:2500Throw ratio:1.15-1.5:1Lamp life:60000 hours

ViewSonic X1-4K Review: Compare 86 technical specifications, 3 expert reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

ViewSonic X1-4K
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 69% of models
Score components

35%

7.5

Technical score

30%

7.5

List score

25%

7.5

Reviews score

10%

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Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

▲Better than 69% of projectors
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 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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▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

4.5

Price

▼Worse than 66%
7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

42%

8.4

Image Quality

22%

5.2

Projection & Lens

12%

7.7

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.5

Audio & Features

8%

7.9

Connectivity

6%

6.4

Design & Power

▲Better than 84%
7.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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7.5

Mark 7.6 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

6.7

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
3 reviews: 1 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 55%
7.5

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 106 lists (1%)
▲Better than 76%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,140
Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the ViewSonic X1-4K

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Reviewers praise the image quality and low input lag, but the older HDMI version is a common letdown.
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Technical Specifications of projector ViewSonic X1-4K

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components:

42%

8.4

Image Quality

22%

5.2

Projection & Lens

12%

7.7

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.5

Audio & Features

8%

7.9

Connectivity

6%

6.4

Design & Power

7.5
Reviews score
7.5
List score
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 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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▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

4.5

Price

6.5
ANSI lumens
2,500
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 2,500 ANSI lumens, brighter than 52.8% of projectors and equal to 3.9% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
3,000,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 3000000:1, higher than 93.1% of projectors and equal to 4.5% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
3840x2160
This projector uses a native resolution of 3840x2160, higher than 91.1% of projectors and equal to 4.7% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 71.2% of projectors and equal to 24.6% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.15-1.5:1
Min throw distance
1.53 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.53 m, longer than 87.3% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Max projection size
150 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 150 inch, smaller than 67.2% of projectors and equal to 10.2% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.3
Market range: <1.1 – >2.06
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 42.5% of projectors and equal to 14.4% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
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Input lag
4.2 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 4.2 ms, lower than 92.2% of projectors and equal to 4.9% of projectors.
In 1080P.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
?
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 46.1% of projectors and equal to 35.9% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.9% of projectors and equal to 39.7% of projectors.
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What reviewers say
N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.9% of projectors and equal to 47.3% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector connects to Wi-Fi networks for streaming. 46.7% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector uses Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which is newer than 55.6% of projectors and the same as in 27.5% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
4.2
This projector supports Bluetooth 4.2, more modern than 56.1% of projectors and equal to 6.1% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Operating system
proprietary
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 63.3% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
ViewSonic vCastSender app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
Backlit remote included.
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Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.6% of projectors and equal to 39.9% of projectors.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
60,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 60,000 hours, shorter than 97.4% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
LED light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
60,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 60,000 hours, shorter than 98.6% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
236 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 236 W of power, more than 51.5% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
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ViewSonic X1-4K vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (3000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    3,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 1080p.
    240 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 22.8 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (4.2 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In 1080P.
    4.2 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports auto keystone correction
    This projector corrects keystone distortion automatically, while the average projector does not. 36.9% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (3000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    3,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 1080p.
    240 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    This projector 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.
    0.65 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (125% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    125% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 41.2% of projectors support HLG.
  • 13.6% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (2,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    2,500 vs 2,200
  • 2 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2023 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    2023 vs 2021
  • Supports auto keystone correction
    This projector corrects keystone distortion automatically, while the average projector does not. 36.9% of projectors offer this.
  • 10 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 10 degrees more horizontal correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 22.8 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (4.2 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In 1080P.
    4.2 ms vs 27 ms
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 24.9% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Google TV certified.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • 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 mirroring
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 46.4% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 36.7% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    ViewSonic vCastSender app.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • 20% stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (12 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    12 W vs 10 W
  • 40,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (60,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    LED light source life.
    60,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 40,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (60,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    LED light source life.
    60,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 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
  • 54 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    10 % vs 64 %
  • 0.52 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.53 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 100 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    150 inch vs 250 inch
  • 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.
    supports 1440p/120Hz and 1080p/240Hz input modes.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 2 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    33 dB vs 31 dB
  • 1 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (29 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    29 dB vs 28 dB
  • 72.7% more expensive
    ViewSonic X1-4K is more expensive than the average projector (£1,140 vs £660).
    £1,140 vs £660
  • 72.7% more expensive
    ViewSonic X1-4K is more expensive than the average projector (£1,140 vs £660).
    £1,140 vs £660
  • 6.6% worse value for money
    ViewSonic X1-4K has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (6.52 vs 6.9).
    6.52 vs 6.95
  • 54 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    10 % vs 64 %
  • 0.52 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.53 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 100 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    150 inch vs 250 inch
  • 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.
    supports 1440p/120Hz and 1080p/240Hz input modes.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 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
  • 2 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    33 dB vs 31 dB
  • 1 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (29 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    29 dB vs 28 dB
  • 58 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (355 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    355 mm vs 297 mm
  • 20.8% heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (3.6 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    3.6 kg vs 2.98 kg

Video reviews

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

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

6.0
mondoprojos.fr
≈ estimated
15/04/2023
Lab test · LED 4K projector
Verdict
The ViewSonic X1-4K is an accurate LED projector for 4K films and gaming once calibrated, but it is noisy and slightly jerky on moving images.
8.6
legolasgamer.com
✓ explicit
02/06/2023
Hands-on test · Gaming and films
Verdict
The ViewSonic X1-4K suits 4K HDR films and console gaming with very low input lag, but its fan is noisy and it lacks HDMI 2.1.
6.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
25/06/2024
Expert test · Discontinued model
Verdict
The ViewSonic X1-4K is a discontinued 4K DLP projector with good picture quality and a backlit remote, but weak brightness and rainbow flashes hold it back.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about ViewSonic X1-4K

  • Excellent picture quality with vibrant, popping colours and strong contrast compared to similar LED models.
  • Specifically 'Designed for Xbox' with low input lag (4.2ms at 1080p/240Hz or 1440p/120Hz), making it ideal for gaming.
  • Uses advanced 3rd generation LED technology with a long lifespan of up to 60,000 hours, eliminating the need for bulb replacements.
  • Integrated Harman Kardon speakers provide loud, deep, and 'theater-level' audio that outperforms many competitors.
  • Easy setup features including vertical lens shift, 1.3x optical zoom, and auto H/V keystone correction.
  • Useful backlit remote control that is easy to use in dark home cinema environments.

What customers don't like about ViewSonic X1-4K

  • Audible fan noise can be loud (measured around 35–41 dB), especially when operating in 4K resolution.
  • The built-in smart TV interface and software are often cited as basic, buggy, or 'useless,' with problematic native apps like Netflix.
  • Lacks an HDMI ARC/eARC channel on the base X1-4K model, which complicates connecting to external high-end sound systems.
  • Susceptible to the 'Rainbow Effect' (RBE) in high-contrast scenes, which may be distracting for sensitive viewers.
  • Firmware updates from ViewSonic are reportedly rare or non-existent, leaving early bugs unaddressed.
  • Poor automatic input switching; some users have to power the unit off and on for it to detect external HDMI devices correctly.

Verdict

The ViewSonic X1-4K is a high-brightness smart LED projector featuring true 4K UHD resolution, 2,900 LED lumens, and a 0.65" DMD chip for a 3,000,000:1 contrast ratio. Designed for Xbox, it supports 1440p at 120Hz and offers an ultra-fast 4.2ms input lag with a 240Hz refresh rate at 1080p, complemented by built-in 12W Harman Kardon speakers and Cinema SuperColor+ technology covering 125% Rec.709. Its main pros include a long 60,000-hour LED lifespan, flexible installation with vertical lens shift and 1.3x optical zoom, and seamless USB-C and Wi-Fi connectivity. However, notable cons include limited onboard smart software performance and the lack of a motorized focus or horizontal lens shift.

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