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XGIMI Horizon S Pro Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,230Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:?Throw ratio:1.2:1Lamp life:20000 hours

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

XGIMI Horizon S Pro
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

90%

8.0

Technical score

10%

8.7

User score

★Better than 94% of projectors
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 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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▲ Better than 61% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

4.0

Price

▲Better than 61%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

42%

8.6

Image Quality

22%

6.8

Projection & Lens

12%

8.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.3

Audio & Features

8%

7.0

Connectivity

6%

7.8

Design & Power

★Better than 94%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 84%
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Technical Specifications of projector XGIMI Horizon S Pro

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

42%

8.6

Image Quality

22%

6.8

Projection & Lens

12%

8.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.3

Audio & Features

8%

7.0

Connectivity

6%

7.8

Design & Power

8.0
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 78% of models
Popularity:
XGIMI Horizon S Pro has a popularity score of 8.5 points, which is higher than 77.7% of projectors.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 61% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

4.0

Price

6.8
ANSI lumens
?
Contrast ratio
1,000,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1, higher than 84.6% of projectors and equal to 2.1% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 59.7% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
3840x2160
This projector 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
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.2:1
Min throw distance
1.07 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.07 m, longer than 53.1% of projectors and equal to 1.3% of projectors.
Max projection size
200 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 200 inch, smaller than 51.3% of projectors and equal to 12.8% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
20 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 20 ms, lower than 60.4% of projectors and equal to 3.6% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector supports ALLM. 82.9% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 47.7% of projectors and equal to 40.1% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 41.6% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 29.4% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5.1
This projector supports Bluetooth 5.1, more modern than 80.8% of projectors and equal to 7.7% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Android TV built in.
Operating system
Android 11.0
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Android 11
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.2% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
hybrid
This projector uses hybrid light source technology, more advanced than 72.2% of projectors and equal to 1.7% of projectors.
Triple Laser + LED.
Laser Light Source
yes
This projector uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
Dual Light 2.
Lamp life
20,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 34.4% of projectors and equal to 27.6% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
20,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 36.3% of projectors and equal to 19% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
180 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 180 W of power, less than 56.3% of projectors and equal to 2.7% of projectors.
Typical power draw.
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XGIMI Horizon S Pro vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    110% BT.2,020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via XPR pixel shifting.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • 8.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
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    XGIMI Horizon S Pro
    the average projector
    XGIMI Horizon S Pro has a higher user score than the average projector (8.69 vs 8.000).
    8.69 vs 8
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    110% BT.2,020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via XPR pixel shifting.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 10 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    2.1 vs 2.0
  • 7 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (20 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    20 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Google Cast supported.
  • 1 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Android TV built in.
  • 2.4x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (24 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    24 W vs 10 W
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    dual 12W Harman Kardon.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
    Android 11
  • Uses laser light source
    This projector uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
    Dual Light 2.
  • 2 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (28 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    Eco mode figure.
    28 dB vs 30 dB
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 46.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    200 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (hybrid vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    Triple Laser + LED.
    hybrid vs laser
  • 53.2% heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (4.8 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    4.75 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 107 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (234 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
    234 mm vs 127 mm
  • 59.7% more expensive
    XGIMI Horizon S Pro is more expensive than the average projector (£1,230 vs £770).
    £1,230 vs £770
  • 59.7% more expensive
    XGIMI Horizon S Pro is more expensive than the average projector (£1,230 vs £770).
    £1,230 vs £770
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 46.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    200 inch vs 246.5 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.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (hybrid vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    Triple Laser + LED.
    hybrid vs laser
  • 107 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (234 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
    234 mm vs 127 mm
  • 53.2% heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (4.8 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    4.75 kg vs 3.1 kg

Video reviews

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

7.0
Hatoraid Cowboy Cinema
≈ estimated
12/04/2025
Hands-on review · picture settings, sound, fan noise and streaming
Verdict
XGIMI Horizon S Pro suits travel, outdoor and kids use, though it is not a full home theatre system.
9.0
MrHtech
≈ estimated
26/03/2025
Hands-on review · features, gaming, fan noise and sound
Verdict
XGIMI Horizon S Pro is a strong 4K projector for home cinema and gaming, though its single HDMI port is a drawback.
9.0
High Tech Point
≈ estimated
24/03/2025
Hands-on review · brightness, noise, heat and audio tests
Verdict
XGIMI Horizon S Pro is a bright, quiet, sharp 4K projector with strong speakers and a clear upgrade over the older model.
Not graded
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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hometheaterreview.com
25/03/2025
Summary of the review
XGIMI Horizon S Pro: Exceeding Expectations for Home Cinema on a Budget
laurentwillen.de
26/02/2025
Hands-on test · Calibrated picture
Verdict
XGIMI Horizon S Pro suits dark rooms and neutral screens; it's dimmer and slightly lower in contrast than the S Max, but its colors and sound are strong.
clubic.com
14/06/2025
Hands-on test · Home cinema projector
Verdict
The XGIMI Horizon S Pro is a 4K projector that sets itself up and sounds strong, but needs a dark room and an HDMI dongle for Netflix.
laurentwillen.be
26/02/2025
Lab test · Laser projector
Verdict
XGIMI Horizon S Pro suits dark-room movies and gaming, with accurate colors and strong sound, but its contrast is weak.
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lesnumeriques.com
06/05/2025
Summary of the review
Xgimi Horizon S Pro Review: A complete 4K laser projector that won't break the bank
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neozone.org
01/04/2025
Personal test · Home cinema
Verdict
The XGIMI Horizon S Pro is a bright, sharp 4K projector for home cinema and sport, but it needs readjusting after every restart and weighs 4.75 kg.
univers-lampe.fr
29/12/2024
Hands-on test · Home cinema
Verdict
The XGIMI Horizon S Pro sets itself up quickly, sounds strong and suits ceiling use, but needs an external device for Netflix.
smartworld.it
28/05/2025
Hands-on test · Gaming and sound
Verdict
The XGIMI Horizon S Pro is a projector with good built-in audio and fast gaming, but it has no Netflix app and looks dim in bright rooms.
laurentwillen.nl
26/02/2025
Lab test · Tilting projector
Verdict
The XGIMI Horizon S Pro is a discreet, quiet projector with accurate colors and low gaming lag, but its contrast is a little weaker than the S Max.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about XGIMI Horizon S Pro

  • Excellent 4K UHD picture quality with sharp and detailed visuals
  • Effective ISA 5.0 technology for fast, seamless auto-keystone and autofocus
  • High-quality built-in 2x12W Harman Kardon speakers providing immersive audio
  • Impressive 1800 ISO lumens brightness that handles some ambient light
  • Built-in flexible gimbal stand allows for 360-degree horizontal and 135-degree vertical rotation
  • Remarkably quiet and cool operation during use
  • Supports premium formats like Dolby Vision, HDR10, and HLG
  • Premium design with a motorized lens cover and durable build

What customers don't like about XGIMI Horizon S Pro

  • Lacks native Netflix app support, requiring a workaround or external streaming stick
  • No optical zoom, relying solely on digital zoom for image resizing
  • Limited connectivity with only a single HDMI (eARC) port
  • Contrast can be underwhelming in very dark scenes, with blacks appearing slightly grey
  • Potential 'halo' effect around the image when using significant vertical keystone correction
  • Lacks 120Hz/240Hz support, which may disappoint competitive gamers
  • Digital zoom and auto-features might occasionally require manual disabling for fixed setups

Verdict

The XGIMI Horizon S Pro is a high-performance 4K UHD smart projector featuring Dual Light 2.0 technology, which combines laser and LED sources to deliver a bright 1,800 ISO lumens and a wide 110% BT.2020 color gamut. Key characteristics include Dolby Vision certification, a 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and a built-in gimbal-style stand that allows for 360° horizontal and 135° vertical rotation for versatile positioning, including ceiling projection. Main pros include its exceptionally quiet operation (under 28dB), powerful dual 12W Harman Kardon speakers, and the ISA 5.0 system for seamless automated setup with autofocus and keystone correction. However, notable cons include the lack of optical zoom (relying solely on digital zoom), the absence of a built-in native Netflix app without external workarounds, and a fixed 1.2:1 throw ratio that limits placement flexibility in smaller rooms.

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