OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
Scored using Projectors Methodology v3.0
Projectors Methodology v3.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are scored under Frontum Projectors Methodology v3.0: the technical score from the specifications is the base, and independent expert and video reviews (up to ±0.5 points), owner opinions (up to ±0.3) and best-of lists (up to +0.3) move it up or down.
Explore Projectors Methodology v3.0

XGIMI RS 10 Ultra review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,340Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:?Throw ratio:1.2-1.5:1Lamp life:20000 hours

XGIMI RS 10 Ultra Review: Compare 86 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

XGIMI RS 10 Ultra
7.7/10

Overall score

Score
7.7/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

35%

7.9

Technical score

30%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

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

â–²Better than 82% of projectors
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

3.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 69%
7.9

Technical score

Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

42%

8.0

Image Quality

22%

6.7

Projection & Lens

12%

8.9

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.3

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

7.5

Design & Power

★Better than 94%
?

Reviews score

Reviews score
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.8.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
  • xgimi-rs-10-ultra
xgimi-rs-10-ultra
Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,340
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of projector XGIMI RS 10 Ultra

Technical score
Technical score
7.9/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

42%

8.0

Image Quality

22%

6.7

Projection & Lens

12%

8.9

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.3

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

7.5

Design & Power

7.9
Reviews score
7.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

70%

7.7

Overall score

30%

3.4

Price

6.4
ANSI lumens
?
Contrast ratio
2000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 2000:1, lower than 72% of projectors and equal to 7.3% of projectors.
Native contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 27% of projectors and equal to 59.2% 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
Show more
Throw ratio
1.2-1.5:1
Min throw distance
1 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1 m, shorter than 50.1% of projectors and equal to 10% 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
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
Motorized gimbal, but no motorized optical zoom.
Show more
Input lag
20 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 20 ms, lower than 59.3% of projectors and equal to 3.5% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically for games. 84.1% of projectors offer this.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.2% of projectors and equal to 17.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
48 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 48 Gbps, higher than 90.7% of projectors and equal to 9.3% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 48 and 18 Gbps.
Show more
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 6 (802.11ax)
This projector uses Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), which is newer than 83.1% of projectors and the same as in 14.9% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
?
Show more
Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Android-based smart OS.
Operating system
proprietary
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 36.8% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
Show more
Light source type
hybrid
This projector uses hybrid light source technology, more advanced than 73.6% of projectors and equal to 1.7% of projectors.
Laser+LED (Hybrid.
Laser light source
yes
This projector has a laser light source. 73.3% of projectors offer this.
Triple Laser.
Lamp life
20,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 35.2% of projectors and equal to 25.8% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
?
Operating power consumption
300 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 300 W of power, more than 69.9% of projectors and equal to 3.2% of projectors.
Show more

XGIMI RS 10 Ultra vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (157% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    157% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 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
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.6% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Supports auto low-latency mode
    This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically, while the average projector does not. 16% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 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.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (157% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    157% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 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
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.6% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 41.2% of projectors support HLG.
  • 3 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2024 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    January 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 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
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
  • Supports auto low-latency mode
    This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically, while the average projector does not. 16% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    2.1 vs 2
  • 2.67x higher HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    Different HDMI ports reach 48 and 18 Gbps.
    48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • More modern HDCP support
    This projector supports a newer HDCP version than the average projector (2.3 vs 2.2).
    Different digital inputs use HDCP 2.3 and 2.2 and 2.1.
    2.3 vs 2.2
  • 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
  • High HDMI input format
    This projector supports a more capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (8K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    8K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 24.9% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Has S/PDIF output
    This projector supports S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 16.6% of projectors support S/PDIF output.
    Optical S/PDIF.
  • 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.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 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.
    2 x 12W.
    24 W vs 10 W
  • 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.
  • Laser light source
    This projector has a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 26.7% of projectors have one.
    Triple Laser.
  • 3 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (28 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    28 dB vs 31 dB
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    2,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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
  • 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
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (hybrid vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    Laser+LED (Hybrid.
    hybrid vs laser
  • 2.48x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (7.4 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    7.4 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 70 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (300 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    300 W vs 230 W
  • 2.03x more expensive
    XGIMI RS 10 Ultra is more expensive than the average projector (£1,340 vs £660).
    £1,340 vs £660
  • 2.03x more expensive
    XGIMI RS 10 Ultra is more expensive than the average projector (£1,340 vs £660).
    £1,340 vs £660
  • 8.8% worse value for money
    XGIMI RS 10 Ultra has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (6.39 vs 6.9).
    6.39 vs 6.95
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    2,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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
  • 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
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 2.48x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (7.4 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    7.4 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (hybrid vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    Laser+LED (Hybrid.
    hybrid vs laser
  • 70 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (300 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    300 W vs 230 W
  • 52 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (174 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    174 mm vs 122 mm
  • 84 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (234 mm vs 150 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 150 mm.
    234 mm vs 150 mm

Video reviews

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

Not graded

Third-party reviews

What customers like about XGIMI RS 10 Ultra

  • High brightness (rated up to 3100 ISO lumens) suitable for environments with some ambient light.
  • Excellent color reproduction using Dual Light 2.0 (triple laser + LED) technology.
  • Integrated 360-degree motorized gimbal allows for effortless wall/ceiling projection and auto-alignment.
  • Sharp 4K resolution and strong image processing capabilities.
  • Native AirPlay support reported on Chinese models, simplifying screen mirroring for Apple users.
  • High-quality audio provided by built-in Harman Kardon speakers.

What customers don't like about XGIMI RS 10 Ultra

  • Native Chinese interface on the RS 10 Ultra model makes navigation difficult for non-Chinese speakers.
  • Lack of native Netflix support requires the use of an external streaming stick or box.
  • Black levels, while improved over older models, are still considered mediocre compared to high-end home cinema projectors.
  • Difficulty in obtaining official warranty support outside of China for imported units.
  • Hardware-based limitations in the Chinese OS (GMUI) prevent the installation of standard Google Play services.
  • Reported issues with HDR content appearing washed out on certain external streaming devices like Firesticks.

Verdict

The XGIMI RS 10 Ultra is a flagship 4K projector featuring groundbreaking Dual Light 2.0 technology that combines a triple-color laser with a wide-spectrum LED to deliver a striking 3,100 ISO lumens of brightness and a massive 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. Key characteristics include an industry-first 360-degree fully automated electric gimbal for effortless plug-and-play setup, IMAX Enhanced and Dolby Vision certifications, and exceptional color accuracy covering 110% of the BT.2020 gamut. Its main pros are the remarkable image clarity, highly flexible positioning, and a premium 24W Harman Kardon sound system. However, potential cons include the lack of a native optical zoom and its significant weight of approximately 7.4 kg, which may limit portability.

Compare XGIMI RS 10 Ultra with other products in the Projectors category

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of XGIMI RS 10 Ultra and other products in the Projectors category

No results found