Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12 vs XGIMI HORIZON

Tested using Methodology v0.9

Updated Sep 29, 2025 08:08 PM

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Imaging Technology LCD

Light Source Laser

Native Resolution 1080p

Imaging Technology DLP

Light Source LED

Our Verdict

Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12

XGIMI HORIZON

The XGIMI HORIZON is a bit better than the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12, but they have different usages. The XGIMI HORIZON is a slightly bigger and heavier projector than the Epson, but it is also brighter, making it easier to place in various lighting conditions. The XGIMI has eARC support, while the Epson is limited to ARC, so the XGIMI supports advanced audio formats. The Epson, however, is vastly more accurate than the XGIMI, so it's the better option for image accuracy purists.

Variants

EpiqVision Mini EF12 (Black)

HORIZON (Dark Gray)

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Threshold

0.10

Movies

6.3

6.5

Pre-Calibration Color Accuracy

8.4

4.1

Brightness

5.8

7.2

Contrast

5.7

6.3

Color Gamut

6.9

7.8

Full Comparison

Movies

6.3

6.5

Gaming

2.8

Picture Quality

Brightness

5.8

7.2

Brightness Measurement Picture

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XGIMI HORIZON Brightness Measurement Picture

White Light Output

515 lm

1,162 lm

Color Light Output

512 lm

1,125 lm

Brightness Uniformity

86%

89%

Screen Brightness

55 cd/m²

127 cd/m²

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Contrast

5.7

6.3

APL Native Contrast

Preview Graph

1% APL Native Contrast

352 : 1

417 : 1

5% APL Native Contrast

298 : 1

347 : 1

10% APL Native Contrast

248 : 1

294 : 1

15% APL Native Contrast

212 : 1

254 : 1

25% APL Native Contrast

164 : 1

189 : 1

50% APL Native Contrast

94 : 1

113 : 1

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Pre-Calibration Color Accuracy

8.4

4.1

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Pre Color Picture

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White Balance dE

2.58

7.74

Color dE

1.67

6.92

Gamma

2.21

2.11

Color Temperature

6,338 K

6,407 K

Picture Mode

Natural

Office

Color Temp Setting

No Color Temp Setting

Gamma Setting

No Gamma Setting

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Post-Calibration Color Accuracy

9.0

7.1

Post White Balance Picture

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Post Gamma Curve Picture

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Post Color Picture

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White Balance dE

1.67

1.51

Color dE

0.88

5.18

Gamma

2.21

2.11

Color Temperature

6,820 K

6,573 K

White Balance Calibration

1 point

Color Calibration

Picture Mode

Natural

Custom

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Color Gamut

6.9

7.8

Gamut Picture - Rec. 709

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Rec. 709 xy

91.11%

96.67%

Rec. 709 uv

91.63%

92.14%

Gamut Picture - Rec. 2020

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Rec. 2020 xy

57.57%

62.71%

Rec. 2020 uv

62.13%

74.24%

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Design

Imaging

Style Picture

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Imaging Technology

LCD

DLP

Light Source

Laser

LED

Resolution

1080p

Spectral Power Distribution

Aspect Ratio

16 : 9

Minimum Throw Ratio

1.00

1.20

Maximum Throw Ratio

1.00

1.20

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Optics

Optical Zoom

Manual

Focus

Manual Focus

Keystone

Auto Keystone

Aspect Ratio

16 : 9

Minimum Throw Ratio

1.00

1.20

Maximum Throw Ratio

1.00

1.20

Horizontal Lens Shift

N/A

Vertical Lens Shift

N/A

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Portability

7.0

6.0

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Height

5.4" (13.6 cm)

Width

6.9" (17.5 cm)

8.2" (20.8 cm)

Depth

6.9" (17.5 cm)

8.6" (21.8 cm)

Weight

4.7 lbs (2.1 kg)

6.3 lbs (2.9 kg)

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Noise

7.3

Noise @ Maximum Brightness Video

Noise @ Maximum Brightness

51.1dBA

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Inputs

Inputs & Connectivity

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HDMI

2 (2x HDMI 2.0)

HDMI 2.1 Rated Speed

No HDMI 2.1

USB Data Ports

Audio Out 3.5mm

Digital Optical Audio Out

Wi-Fi

Yes

Ethernet Speed

No Ethernet

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Supported Resolutions

6.3

Native Resolution

1080p

4k @ 60Hz

Scaled

4k @ 120Hz

1440p @ 60Hz

1440p @ 120Hz

1080p @ 60Hz

Yes

1080p @ 60Hz @ 4:4:4

Yes

1080p @ 120Hz

1080p Maximum Refresh Rate

60 Hz

Input Lag

0.1

4k @ 60Hz

139.1

4k @ 60Hz Outside Game Mode

139.1

4k @ 120Hz

N/A

1080p @ 60Hz

131.2

1080p @ 60Hz Outside Game Mode

131.2

1080p @ 120Hz

N/A

1080p @ Max Refresh Rate

131.2

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HDR Format Support

HDR10

Yes

HDR10+

Dolby Vision

HLG

Yes

Audio Passthrough

ARC/eARC

Yes (ARC)

Yes (eARC)

eARC: Dolby Atmos Over Dolby Digital Plus

Yes

eARC: Dolby Digital Plus 7.1

eARC: LPCM 7.1 Over Dolby MAT

eARC: Dolby TrueHD 7.1

eARC: DTS:X Over DTS-HD MA

eARC: DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1

eARC: LPCM Channels (Bitstream)

2.0

ARC: Dolby Digital 5.1

Yes

ARC: DTS 5.1

Yes

Optical: Dolby Digital 5.1

Optical: DTS 5.1

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3D

3D Support

Features

Inputs & Connectivity

Inputs Picture

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HDMI

ARC/eARC

Yes (ARC)

Yes (eARC)

Wi-Fi

Yes

USB Data Ports

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Smart Features & Sound

Smart OS

Android

Cast Capable

Yes

Speaker(s)

Yes

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In The Box

In The Box Picture

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