Epson Pro EX11000
#10 in Native 1080pFull review
A bright 1080p laser projector for meeting rooms, classrooms or a lights-on family room. Pair it with a streaming stick for movies.
Amazon $1,399.99$1,399.99
The Epson Pro EX11000 and the ViewSonic LS740HD are evenly matched, rated 3.9 and 3.8. The Epson Pro EX11000 leads on setup. The ViewSonic LS740HD wins on warranty and value. The ViewSonic LS740HD costs $400 less ($999.99 vs $1,399.99).
ViewSonic LS740HD
#17 in Native 1080pFull review
A bright, low maintenance 1080p laser projector for rooms with ambient light, golf simulators or big screens. Not for serious gaming.
Amazon $999.99$999.99
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 Pro EX11000 for setup (Auto keystone, 1.6x zoom vs 1.3x zoom).
- Choose the ViewSonic LS740HD for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty) and value ($0.20 per lumen vs $0.30 per lumen).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every native 1080p projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Epson Pro EX11000 | ViewSonic LS740HD |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 100 4,600 ISO 21118 lumens | 100 5,000 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 82 $0.30 per lumen | 94 $0.20 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 50 Auto keystone, 1.6x zoom | 20 1.3x zoom |
| Light life 10% | 100 20,000 hour laser | 100 30,000 hour laser |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 1 49.5 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 0 1-year warranty | 100 3-year warranty |
Independent measurements
Epson Pro EX11000
No independent test published yet.
ViewSonic LS740HD
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProjectorCentral | 4,783 lm | 49.5 ms | - | Bright mode; lag measured at 1080p/60 and unchanged in Gaming mode. |
Specifications
| Epson Pro EX11000 | ViewSonic LS740HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 4,600 ISO 21118 | 5,000 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Display | 3LCD | DLP |
| Light source | laser | laser |
| Light source life | 20,000 hours | 30,000 hours |
| Dynamic contrast | 100,000:1 | 3,000,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.3:1) | Standard throw (1.1:1) |
| Largest image | 300 in | 300 in |
| Autofocus | No | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | No |
| Obstacle avoidance | No | No |
| Auto screen fit | No | No |
| Optical zoom | 1.6x | 1.3x |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | None | None |
| Input lag | - | 49.5 ms |
| Top refresh rate | - | 120 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| Speakers | 16 W | 15 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 37 dB | 30 dB |
| Power | 272 W | 210 W |
| Dimensions | 12.8 x 11.7 x 4.1 in | 286 x 216 x 129 mm (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 9.5 lb | 6.6 lb |
| Warranty | 1 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2023-06 | 2023-06 |