Epson Home Cinema 980
#14 in Native 1080pFull review
A bright 1080p projector for living rooms and backyard movie nights where room light is hard to control. Add a streaming stick, since it has no apps of its own.
Amazon $799.99$799.99
3.8/5
A Google TV projector with licensed Netflix and hands-off setup for small rooms, where its short throw helps. Best in a dark room.
- 600 ANSIBrightness
- 1920 x 1080 (1080p)Native resolution
- Google TV, licensed NetflixStreaming
Check price at Amazon$199.99
Price checked October 29, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Google TV with licensed Netflix built in
- Fully automatic setup, including screen fit and obstacle avoidance
- Short throw lens fills an 80 inch screen from about 5 feet
- Native 1080p panel
Cons
- 600 ANSI lumens needs a dark room for a big picture
- No independent brightness test
- Few published specs beyond the listing
How it scores
The rating comes from 8 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | X4 PRO MAX |
|---|---|
| Picture | |
| Brightness | 600 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 1080p |
| HDR | HDR10+ |
| Color gamut | 125% sRGB |
| Placement | |
| Throw | Short throw (1:1) |
| Largest image | 150 in |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Auto keystone | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes |
| Auto screen fit | Yes |
| Optical zoom | None |
| Streaming and gaming | |
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix |
| Speakers | 15 W |
| Build | |
| Battery | None |
| Dimensions | 8.6 x 5.7 x 7.0 in |
| Weight | 2.4 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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