ViewSonic PX749-4K
#12 in 4KFull review
A bright, low-lag 4K gaming projector for console and PC players who already have a streaming device.
Amazon $1,180$1,180
4.2/5
A low cost 4K gaming and movie projector for buyers who already have a streaming stick or console. Placement is fixed by the short zoom.
- 3,200 ANSIBrightness
- 1920 x 1080 (1080p)Native resolution
- lampLight source
- NoneStreaming
- 4.2 msInput lag
Check price at Amazon$975.99
Price checked October 29, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 4K HDR picture for under $1,000
- Very low lag at 1080p/240 for fast console and PC games
- Long lamp life in Dynamic Eco mode keeps running costs down
- Three-year warranty
Cons
- Measured about 20% dimmer than its rating
- Short 1.1x zoom and no lens shift, so placement is tight
- No built-in streaming, so it needs a stick or console
- Lamp dims over time and eventually needs replacing
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.
Independent measurements
Brightness, input lag and contrast measured by independent reviewers.
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProjectorCentral | 2,582 lm | 16.8 ms | - | Brightest mode at the wide end of the zoom; lag measured at 1080p/60 (16.9 ms at 4K/60). |
Specifications
| Model number | PX701-4K |
|---|---|
| Picture | |
| Brightness | 3,200 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | DLP |
| Light source | lamp |
| Light source life | 20,000 hours |
| HDR | HDR10, HLG |
| Dynamic contrast | 12,000:1 |
| Placement | |
| Throw | Standard throw (1.5:1) |
| Largest image | 300 in |
| Autofocus | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | No |
| Auto screen fit | No |
| Optical zoom | 1.1x |
| Streaming and gaming | |
| Built-in apps | None |
| Input lag | 4.2 ms |
| Top refresh rate | 240 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 2 |
| Speakers | 10 W |
| Build | |
| Battery | None |
| Fan noise | 31 dB |
| Power | 290 W |
| Dimensions | 12.3 x 8.7 x 4.3 in (W x D x H) |
| Weight | 6.2 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Released | 2021-02 |
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