The JVC DLA-NX9 is a beast of a gaming projector, designed for epic home theaters and 4K gaming. It can convert FHD and 4K images to 8K and leverages its Auto Tone Mapping technology to adjust settings automatically.

If you want the most giant image possible, the JVC DLA-NX9 sports a native 4096x2160 resolution, meaning you can make the picture as large as feasible. You won't lose any crucial details and will be able to squeeze a high contrast ratio of 40,000:1.

The 1,800-lumen peak brightness of the JVC DLA-NX9 is slightly disappointing, given how powerful and expensive this gaming projector is. However, if you're looking for the best setup on the market, you won't be let down by this projector.

If you're looking for a gaming projector that's easy to set up, you'll struggle to find a more intuitive projector than the XGIMI Horizon. It comes equipped with fully integrated Android TV 10, built-in Chromecast, and 2x 8W Harmon Kardon speakers. Once ready, this projector can be used as an entertainment hub for the whole family, or as a companion to your next-gen console like the Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5.

Whenever you turn the XGIMI Horizon on or move it, the auto-focus function kicks in ensuring you receive a clear and crisp image every time. But, if you need to move the position of the projector for any reason, this is simple to do as it weighs just over 6lbs.

There are plenty of preset modes to play with, including Game mode. This is optimized for the lowest input lag which is what serious gamers require. However, the preset modes do lack decent contrast, so if you're comfortable doing so, the Custom mode is likely to offer better results. All modes do support HDR10, SDR, and HLG HDR, and with 4K content supported, the XGIMI Horizon is one of the best gaming projectors for the money.

The Anker Nebula Capsule II creates the reality that you can display your gaming on a projector, wherever you are. Close to the size of a soda can, this portable projector weighs just 1.5lbs.

The built-in battery can last up to two and a half hours with HD projection. It also features built-in speakers, so you won't need any additional equipment. The Anker Nebula Capsule II can shine up to 200 lumens meaning you can enjoy a 40-inch display outside or a 100-inch display in darker settings.

The Anker Nebula Capsule II projects a 720p picture which is decent enough for gaming. No matter the situation, from gaming to outdoor streaming, this projector is perfect for friendly gatherings or tournaments.

The Optoma UHD35 could quite easily be considered a portable gaming projector. It comes equipped with two HDMI ports and requires little setup to get it going. Out of the box, the contrast and color accuracy is good to go but can be adjusted if needs be.

Switching Enhanced Gaming mode on offers low input lag. The Optoma UHD35 can support up to 240Hz refresh rate at 1080p, which is perfect for PC gaming. Plus, if you don't want to invest in external speakers, you can appreciate this projector's 10W speaker system which is plenty to fill a large room. However, the 3.5mm and S/PDIF outputs allow you to hook up an external system if you decide to.

The Optoma UHD35 can be projected on screens as large as 300 inches. In ambient light, it does well, and in the dark, it's plenty bright enough. It's not perfect by any means, but it's decent enough and Game mode delivers excellent shadow detail.

For its weight, the Xgimi Halo+'s 900 ANSI lumens is particularly high. When powered by battery, however, brightness drops slightly which is something to bear in mind. Accepting up to 4K content, this projector supports HDR10 and HLG HDR, like the Optoma UHD35. While it is only a 1080p projector, it can still receive 4K content; it just downconverts it to 1080p.

Setting up the Xgimi Halo+ is pretty simple. The automatic focus, and horizontal and vertical keystone correction is a real winner for gamers who might be using this projector in multiple locations. Without external speakers, the Xgimi Halo+ delivers incredible audio for a projector of its size thanks to the dual 5W Harman/Kardon speakers.

Game mode offers good color accuracy, decent contrast in light scenes, and shadow details. The only downside here is that Game mode doesn't support HDR. Input lag is reasonably low, but not the lowest it could be. For casual gamers, it will barely be noticeable.

While the BenQ X3000i is not a portable gaming projector, its size means it can be placed in more convenient positions around the home. With mounting holes, it's also possible to mount the projector on the ceiling or wall. On the rear, you'll find two HDMI ports (UHD-capable) and one which supports HDMI ARC. The built-in speakers are more than enough for gaming, but for movie nights, you might want to invest in an external sound system.

Although a good option for movies, the BenQ X3000i really excels when it comes to gaming. There are various different game modes you can choose from, including an easy access button on the remote control. The game modes trigger something called Fast Mode which reduces processing to lower input lag. 4K@60Hz can expect 16.7ms input lag, while 1080p@240Hz brings it down to a mere 4ms.

RPG and SPG game modes boost colors, whereas FPS mode prioritizes lighting up shadows so it's harder for opponents to remain hidden. Yes, this gaming projector is far more expensive than the BenQ TH685i, but it's really worth it if you love movies and gaming.

Using a 0.47-inch DMD chip, the ViewSonic PX701-4K is capable of offering 4K@60Hz or 1080p@240Hz. This is ideal for gaming, especially when coupled with low input lag. As with many gaming projectors, this model also includes built-in speakers; 10W which is plenty enough to game with, but competitive gamers might want to invest in external speakers or decent headphones.

While the ViewSonic PX701-4K might not be the cheapest gaming projector around, it does offer the best value for money. Getting your hands on a 4K projector with these specs at this price is going to be hard to beat.

Out of the box, settings will need to be tinkered with to get the most out of the ViewSonic PX701-4K. Keystone correction is available, but if you're using this projector for gaming, it's ill-advised since it can add latency which you'll want to avoid. Also, the lack of HDMI 2.1 ports is a real disappointment since it won't be able to achieve anything over 4K@60Hz.

While it is possible to pair the BenQ TH685i with the latest Xbox Series X|S or PS5 to enjoy 4K@120Hz, you're going to notice a higher input lag. Knock it down to 1080p@120Hz, and you'll get a much lower 8ms result which is preferable for gamers.

Using Fast Mode on the BenQ TH685i, you'll be able to further optimize input lag by disabling features like image correction and keystone correction which can hike up input lag. This 1080p projector can accept 4K content, but it will downconvert it to 1080p which is commonly seen in projectors at this price.

Aside from gaming, the BenQ TH685i does a good job at offering decent color accuracy out of the box, can pick up a 3D signal, and boasts Android TV so you can use it for your movie nights, too.