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 is the better projector overall, rated 4.1 to 3.9. The Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 leads on brightness and value. The WEMAX Nova Pro wins on streaming.
WEMAX Nova Pro
A mid-priced laser UST for watching movies and TV in a living room. Gamers should look elsewhere, since testing found it laggy.
Amazon $1,799.99 WEMAX $1,799$1,799
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 Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 for brightness (3,600 ISO 21118 lumens vs 2,100 ISO lumens) and value ($0.50 per lumen vs $0.86 per lumen).
- Choose the WEMAX Nova Pro for streaming (Google TV with licensed Netflix vs Android TV, no licensed Netflix).
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 | Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 | WEMAX Nova Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 92 3,600 ISO 21118 lumens | 54 2,100 ISO lumens |
| Value 15% | 100 $0.50 per lumen | 76 $0.86 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 50 Android TV, no licensed Netflix | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 0 Manual focus and keystone | 0 Manual focus and keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 20,000 hour laser | 100 25,000 hour laser |
| Gaming 10% | 71 20 ms input lag | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 50 2-year warranty | 50 2-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. |
WEMAX Nova Pro
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Smart Home Hookup: Best UST Projector of 2025 | 2,234 lm | - | - | 2,234 lumens in Office mode. It dropped frames at 120 and 240 Hz and was the only tested UST that did not stay under 50 ms at 4K/60 with keystone on. |
Specifications
| Epson EpiqVision Ultra LS650 | WEMAX Nova Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 3,600 ISO 21118 | 2,100 ISO |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | 3LCD | DLP |
| Light source | laser | laser |
| Light source life | 20,000 hours | 25,000 hours |
| HDR | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | - | 110% Rec.709 |
| Native contrast | - | 3,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Ultra short throw (0.3:1) | Ultra short throw (0.2:1) |
| Largest image | 120 in | 150 in |
| Autofocus | No | - |
| Optical zoom | None | None |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Android TV, no licensed Netflix | Google TV, licensed Netflix |
| Input lag | 20 ms | - |
| Top refresh rate | 60 Hz | - |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| eARC | Yes | - |
| Speakers | 20 W | 30 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 36 dB | - |
| Power | 278 W | - |
| Dimensions | 18.4 x 15.7 x 6.2 in | 18.0 x 12.1 x 3.6 in |
| Weight | 16.3 lb | 15.4 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2023-11 | 2025-08 |