XGIMI Horizon 20 Max
#3 in 4KFull review
XGIMI’s brightest Horizon, for big screens in bright living rooms where a dimmer projector would wash out.
XGIMI $2,599$2,599
The XGIMI Horizon 20 Max is the better projector overall, rated 4.7 to 4.6. The XGIMI Horizon 20 Max leads on warranty. The JMGO N3 Ultimate costs $200 less ($2,399 vs $2,599).
JMGO N3 Ultimate
#6 in 4KFull review
A very bright, easy to place 4K triple laser projector with Google TV, for living rooms with ambient light and for gamers. Buyers who mostly watch dark films in a dark room can find deeper blacks elsewhere.
Amazon $2,399$2,399
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 XGIMI Horizon 20 Max for warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 4K projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | XGIMI Horizon 20 Max | JMGO N3 Ultimate |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.7/5 | 4.6/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 100 5,700 ISO lumens | 100 5,800 ISO lumens |
| Value 15% | 91 $0.46 per lumen | 93 $0.41 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 100 Autofocus, auto keystone, 1.2x zoom, lens shift | 100 Autofocus, auto keystone, 1.9x zoom, lens shift |
| Light life 10% | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) |
| Gaming 10% | 100 1 ms input lag | 100 1 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Independent measurements
XGIMI Horizon 20 Max
No independent test published yet.
JMGO N3 Ultimate
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Projector Reviews | 5,703 lm | 1.8 ms | - | Dynamic mode, from three or four readings 15 to 20% off center, not a nine-point ANSI average; Movie mode measured 3,040. Lag is the lowest reading, 1080p/120 in Extreme game mode. |
Specifications
| XGIMI Horizon 20 Max | JMGO N3 Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 5,700 ISO | 5,800 ISO |
| 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 |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | Dolby Vision, HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | 110% BT.2020 | 110% BT.2020 |
| Dynamic contrast | 20,000:1 | 20,000:1 |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) | Standard throw (0.9:1) |
| Largest image | 300 in | 300 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | Yes |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | Yes |
| Optical zoom | 1.2x | 1.9x |
| Lens shift | Horizontal and vertical | Horizontal and vertical |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | Google TV, licensed Netflix |
| Input lag | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Top refresh rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 24 W | 25 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 28 dB | 26 dB |
| Power | 280 W | 300 W |
| Dimensions | 11.7 x 7.5 x 9.8 in (W x D x H) | 308.3 x 229.85 x 274.13 mm |
| Weight | 11.9 lb | 15.3 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 years |
| Released | 2025-10-15 | 2026-04-23 |