Hisense has a track record of releasing impressive short-throw projector options that offer a well-executed Google TV experience. The Hisense L9Q is the company’s latest high-end projector, and it features a laser system that can reach an impressive 5,000 lumens, hitting the nail on the head when it comes to uninterrupted daytime viewing.
The L9 series is one of Hisense’s best lineups. The L9H was a massive hit, coming in at 3,000 lumens with an included ALR screen — the perfect bundle for those who just want to get their short-throw setup. It offered a gorgeous 4K image with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos available inside a Google TV package. Now, Hisense is ready to kick things up a notch or several.
The Hisense L9Q is the company’s newest short-throw projector with a proprietary triple-laser light engine. It looks as though the light engine has undergone a few improvements in key areas. Namely, the projector is able to reach a brightness of 5,000 lumens, which is one of the highest ratings we’ve seen in the short-throw space. In comparison, the Hisense PX3-Pro, which we’ve reviewed, is able to reach 3,000 lumens. We consider this around average for daytime viewing. A 5,000 lumen count, on the other hand, is exceptional.
The Hisense L9Q also brings a detailed and colorful picture to back up the brightness. It hits 110% of the BT.2020 color space and has a contrast ratio of 5,000:1, which is very good for a projector in this category. Again, if we’re comparing to the PX3-Pro released last year, it’s 2,000 more to 1. The projector is designed to take daytime viewing to new heights, and with the included ALR screen and high brightness, it’ll be exciting to see how well the L9Q performs. Of course, specs on a sheet are different from real-world performance.
Hisense notes that the new unit brings a 6.2.2 surround sound system with a 15-degree titled sound bin to emulate that of a Roman amphitheater. While cute, the unit does bring Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual X, and eARC support for added compatibility. In fact, the entire design takes on that mentioned aesthetic. The L9Q is built to look luxurious, and the golden metal plating goes a long way in doing so.
Google TV is the operating system of choice for Hisense, and the L9Q will bring everything that OS has to offer. Hisense has done a fine job incorporating its own system tools and options into Google software, so we expect nothing less here.
Hisense notes that the L9Q will come in sizes ranging from 100 inches to 150 inches, and unlike the L9H, the L9Q will bring keystone correction, so one can upgrade their screen if they wish without buying a new projector.
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