Hisense PX3-PRO
A bright ultra short throw TV replacement for living rooms, and the pick for gamers thanks to its 240Hz mode and built-in Google TV.
Amazon $2,497.97$2,497.97
The Hisense PX3-PRO is the better projector overall, rated 4.3 to 4.1. The Hisense PX3-PRO leads on streaming and brightness. The AWOL Vision Aetherion Pro wins on gaming. The AWOL Vision Aetherion Pro costs $198.97 less ($2,299 vs $2,497.97).
AWOL Vision Aetherion Pro
A triple laser ultra short throw TV replacement for movie and gaming rooms that want deep blacks and a huge picture. Best in a dim room on a proper UST screen.
Amazon $2,299$2,299
Prices were last checked October 29, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Hisense PX3-PRO for streaming (Google TV with licensed Netflix vs Google TV, no licensed Netflix) and brightness (3,000 ANSI lumens vs 2,600 ISO 21118 lumens).
- Choose the AWOL Vision Aetherion Pro for gaming (1 ms input lag vs 30 ms input lag).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every ultra short throw projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Hisense PX3-PRO | AWOL Vision Aetherion Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.3/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 79 3,000 ANSI lumens | 69 2,600 ISO 21118 lumens |
| Value 15% | 78 $0.83 per lumen | 74 $0.88 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 50 Google TV, no licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 50 Auto keystone | 50 Auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 25,000 hour RGB laser | 100 25,000 hour RGB laser |
| Gaming 10% | 48 30 ms input lag | 100 1 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-year warranty |
Independent measurements
Hisense PX3-PRO
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Projector Central | 2,669 lm | 7 ms | 4,000:1 | 2,669 lm in Vivid and HDR Vivid. Contrast just over 4,000:1. Input lag with DLP Turbo: 7 ms 1080p/240, 14 ms at 120Hz, 21 ms 2160p/60, 25 ms 1080p/60. |
AWOL Vision Aetherion Pro
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Hisense PX3-PRO | AWOL Vision Aetherion Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 3,000 ANSI | 2,600 ISO 21118 |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | DLP | DLP |
| Light source | RGB laser | RGB laser |
| Light source life | 25,000 hours | 25,000 hours |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | 110% BT.2020 | 110% BT.2020 |
| Native contrast | 3,000:1 | 6,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast | - | 60,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Ultra short throw (0.2:1) | Ultra short throw (0.2:1) |
| Largest image | 150 in | 200 in |
| Autofocus | No | - |
| Auto keystone | Yes | - |
| Auto screen fit | - | Yes |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Google TV |
| Input lag | 30 ms | 1 ms |
| Top refresh rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 3 | 3 |
| eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 50 W | 40 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | - | 28 dB |
| Power | 250 W | - |
| Dimensions | 21.7 x 11.7 x 4.8 in | 22.1 x 12.7 x 5.5 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 19.8 lb | 19.3 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2024-08 | 2026-05 |