Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen
#33 in 1080p and underFull review
A tiny, stylish projector with Samsung’s smart TV apps for casual viewing in dark rooms. Most buyers get more picture for the money elsewhere.
Samsung $799.99$799.99
The Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen is the better projector overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen leads on streaming and setup. The LJYT HP330 wins on value. The LJYT HP330 costs $724 less ($75.99 vs $799.99).
LJYT HP330
#57 in 1080p and underFull review
A small smart 1080p projector for dark-room streaming with little setup. Netflix viewers will need a stick.
Amazon $75.99$75.99
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 Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen for streaming (Tizen with licensed Netflix vs Android, no licensed Netflix) and setup (Autofocus, auto keystone vs Auto keystone).
- Choose the LJYT HP330 for value ($0.30 per lumen vs $3.48 per lumen).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 1080p and under projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen | LJYT HP330 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 14 230 ANSI lumens | 16 250 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 0 $3.48 per lumen | 82 $0.30 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 1920 x 1080 native | 100 1920 x 1080 native |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Tizen with licensed Netflix | 50 Android, no licensed Netflix |
| Setup 10% | 60 Autofocus, auto keystone | 30 Auto keystone |
| Light life 10% | 100 30,000 hour LED | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) |
| Gaming 10% | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) | 50 input lag not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 5% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 0 1-year warranty |
Independent measurements
Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TechRadar | - | 62 ms | - | Input lag measured with Game mode on. Measured 88.5% DCI-P3. Date is the syndicated copy. |
LJYT HP330
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Samsung The Freestyle 2nd Gen | LJYT HP330 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 230 ANSI | 250 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Display | DLP | - |
| Light source | LED | - |
| Light source life | 30,000 hours | - |
| HDR | HDR10+, HDR10, HLG | - |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw | Standard throw |
| Largest image | 100 in | - |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Tizen, licensed Netflix | Android, no licensed Netflix |
| HDMI ports | 1 | - |
| Speakers | 5 W | - |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Power | 50 W | - |
| Dimensions | - | 5.5 x 4.7 x 4.7 in |
| Weight | 1.8 lb | 1.5 lb |
| Warranty | - | 1 years |
| Released | 2023-08 | - |