Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650
A bright, simple ultra short throw TV replacement for living rooms, best for buyers who stream with a separate Netflix device or do not need Netflix.
Epson $1,799.99$1,799.99
The Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 rates 4.1 among ultra short throw projectors; the Optoma HD146X rates 3.8 among 1080p and under ones. The Optoma HD146X costs $1,200.99 less ($599 vs $1,799.99).
Optoma HD146X
A plain, bright 1080p projector for gamers and movie watchers who already own a streaming stick. Simple and responsive, but setup is all manual.
Amazon $599$599
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (ultra short throw and 1080p and under), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 | Optoma HD146X |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 92 3,600 ISO 21118 lumens | 100 3,600 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 100 $0.50 per lumen | 98 $0.17 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 50 Android TV, no licensed Netflix | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 0 Manual focus and keystone | 20 1.1x zoom |
| Light life 10% | 100 20,000 hour laser | 69 15,000 hour lamp |
| Gaming 10% | 71 20 ms input lag | 81 16 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Independent measurements
Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Projector Central | 3,485 lm | 24 ms | - | Dynamic mode 3,485 lm; Cinema 2,474 lm. Input lag 24 ms at 1080p/60 and 2160p/60 with Enhanced Gaming. |
Optoma HD146X
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 | Optoma HD146X | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 3,600 ISO 21118 | 3,600 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 1080p |
| Display | 3LCD | DLP |
| Light source | laser | lamp |
| Light source life | 20,000 hours | 15,000 hours |
| HDR | HDR10, HLG | - |
| Native contrast | - | 25,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Ultra short throw (0.3:1) | Standard throw (1.5:1) |
| Largest image | 120 in | 301 in |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Auto keystone | - | No |
| Obstacle avoidance | - | No |
| Auto screen fit | - | No |
| Optical zoom | None | 1.1x |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Android TV, no licensed Netflix | None |
| Input lag | 20 ms | 16 ms |
| Top refresh rate | 60 Hz | - |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 1 |
| eARC | Yes | No |
| Speakers | 20 W | 5 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 36 dB | 28 dB |
| Power | 278 W | 295 W |
| Dimensions | 18.4 x 15.7 x 6.2 in | 12.44 x 9.61 x 4.25 in |
| Weight | 16.3 lb | 6.2 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 years |
| Released | 2023-11 | 2020-02 |