Products
XGIMI Horizon S Max
Epson EpiqVision Mini EF21
Tested using Methodology v0.10
Updated Nov 11, 2025 07:44 PM
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
Tested using Methodology v0.10
Updated Oct 20, 2025 06:38 PM
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
Native Resolution
Pixel Shift 4k
Imaging Technology
DLP
Light Source
LED + Laser
Native Resolution
1080p
Imaging Technology
LCD
Light Source
Laser
Our Verdict
XGIMI Horizon S Max
Epson EpiqVision Mini EF21
The XGIMI Horizon S Max is vastly superior to the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF21. The XGIMI is brighter, has far better contrast, is more colorful, and is sharper due to its pixel-shifted image. It's also far superior for gaming, as its input lag is low enough for pleasant single-player titles. While the Epson has the edge when it comes to portability, mostly due to its smaller size, the XGIMI does have a fully rotating gimbal stand, making it easier to adjust its viewing angle.
Variants
- Horizon S Max (White)
- EpiqVision Mini EF21 (White)
Check Price
White
Horizon S Max
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
White
EpiqVision Mini EF21
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
White
Horizon S Max
SEE PRICE
Walmart.com
White
EpiqVision Mini EF21
SEE PRICE
BestBuy.com
White
Horizon S Max
SEE PRICE
B&H
White
EpiqVision Mini EF21
SEARCH
B&H
White
Horizon S Max
SEARCH
BestBuy.com
White
EpiqVision Mini EF21
SEARCH
Walmart.com
Main Differences for
Movies
Movies
Threshold
Movies
8.1
6.3
Contrast
7.8
5.2
Brightness
7.8
6.2
Color Gamut
9.3
7.2
Full Comparison
Picture Quality
Brightness
7.8
6.2
Brightness Measurement Picture
White Light Output
1,531 lm
602 lm
Color Light Output
1,396 lm
603 lm
Brightness Uniformity
93%
91%
Screen Brightness
181 cd/m²
64 cd/m²
Contrast
7.8
5.2
APL Native Contrast
1% APL Native Contrast
945 : 1
302 : 1
5% APL Native Contrast
690 : 1
257 : 1
10% APL Native Contrast
509 : 1
213 : 1
15% APL Native Contrast
376 : 1
181 : 1
25% APL Native Contrast
243 : 1
140 : 1
50% APL Native Contrast
138 : 1
92 : 1
Pre-Calibration Color Accuracy
8.4
8.1
Pre White Balance Picture
Pre Gamma Curve Picture
Pre Color Picture
White Balance dE
2.04
2.20
Color dE
2.00
2.73
Gamma
2.16
2.13
Color Temperature
6,882 K
6,246 K
Picture Mode
Custom
Natural
Color Temp Setting
Standard
Standard
Gamma Setting
2.2
No Gamma Setting
Post-Calibration Color Accuracy
9.4
8.9
Post White Balance Picture
Post Gamma Curve Picture
Post Color Picture
White Balance dE
0.80
1.01
Color dE
0.83
1.86
Gamma
2.17
2.13
Color Temperature
6,537 K
6,595 K
White Balance Calibration
2 point
1 point
Color Calibration
Yes
No
Picture Mode
Custom
Custom
Color Gamut
9.3
7.2
Gamut Picture - Rec. 709
Rec. 709 xy
103.10%
94.56%
Rec. 709 uv
103.39%
94.30%
Gamut Picture - Rec. 2020
Rec. 2020 xy
83.00%
54.30%
Rec. 2020 uv
91.38%
59.93%
Design
Imaging
Style Picture
Imaging Technology
DLP
LCD
Light Source
LED + Laser
Laser
Spectral Power Distribution
Optics
Optical Zoom
No
No
Focus
Auto Focus
Auto Focus
Keystone
Auto Keystone
Auto Keystone
Aspect Ratio
16 : 9
16 : 9
Minimum Throw Ratio
1.20
1.00
Maximum Throw Ratio
1.20
1.81
Horizontal Lens Shift
N/A
N/A
Vertical Lens Shift
N/A
N/A
Portability
6.0
7.0
Dimension Picture
Height
9.3" (23.5 cm)
4.3" (11.0 cm)
Width
10.6" (27.0 cm)
7.7" (19.5 cm)
Depth
6.9" (17.5 cm)
7.5" (19.1 cm)
Weight
10.6 lbs (4.8 kg)
5.1 lbs (2.3 kg)
Noise
7.3
7.8
Noise @ Maximum Brightness Video
Noise @ Maximum Brightness
51.1dBA
48.3dBA
Inputs
Inputs & Connectivity
Inputs Picture
HDMI
1 (HDMI 2.0)
1 (HDMI 2.0)
HDMI 2.1 Rated Speed
No HDMI 2.1
No HDMI 2.1
USB Data Ports
2
1
Audio Out 3.5mm
0
1
Digital Optical Audio Out
0
0
Wi-Fi
Yes
Yes
Ethernet Speed
No Ethernet
No Ethernet
Supported Resolutions
7.3
3.3
Native Resolution
Pixel Shift 4k
1080p
4k @ 60Hz
Yes
No
4k @ 120Hz
No
No
1440p @ 60Hz
Scaled (Forced)
No
1440p @ 120Hz
No
No
1080p @ 60Hz
Yes
Yes
1080p @ 60Hz @ 4:4:4
Yes
Yes
1080p @ 120Hz
No
No
1080p Maximum Refresh Rate
60 Hz
60 Hz
Input Lag
7.1
2.5
4k @ 60Hz
19.3
N/A
4k @ 60Hz Outside Game Mode
143.4
N/A
4k @ 120Hz
N/A
N/A
1080p @ 60Hz
19.6
64.7
1080p @ 60Hz Outside Game Mode
143.5
64.7
1080p @ 120Hz
N/A
N/A
1080p @ Max Refresh Rate
19.6
64.7
HDR Format Support
HDR10
Yes
Yes
HDR10+
No
No
Dolby Vision
Yes
No
HLG
Yes
Yes
Audio Passthrough
ARC/eARC
Yes (eARC)
Yes (ARC)
eARC: Dolby Atmos Over Dolby Digital Plus
No
No
eARC: Dolby Digital Plus 7.1
No
No
eARC: LPCM 7.1 Over Dolby MAT
No
No
eARC: Dolby TrueHD 7.1
No
No
eARC: DTS:X Over DTS-HD MA
No
No
eARC: DTS-HD Master Audio 7.1
No
No
eARC: LPCM Channels (Bitstream)
0
0
ARC: Dolby Digital 5.1
No
No
ARC: DTS 5.1
No
No
Optical: Dolby Digital 5.1
No
No
Optical: DTS 5.1
No
No
3D
3D Support
Yes
No
Features
Smart Features & Sound
Smart OS
Android
Android
Cast Capable
Yes
Yes
Speaker(s)
Yes
Yes
In The Box
In The Box Picture
Check Price
White
Horizon S Max
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
White
EpiqVision Mini EF21
SEE PRICE
Amazon.com
White
Horizon S Max
SEE PRICE
Walmart.com
White
EpiqVision Mini EF21
SEE PRICE
BestBuy.com
White
Horizon S Max
SEE PRICE
B&H
White
EpiqVision Mini EF21
SEARCH
B&H
White
Horizon S Max
SEARCH
BestBuy.com
White
EpiqVision Mini EF21
SEARCH
Walmart.com
To access
and
Become an Insider
unlimited full product reviews,
product prices
other exclusive site features
XGIMI Horizon S Max
Epson EpiqVision Mini EF21
Comments
XGIMI Horizon S Max vs Epson EpiqVision Mini EF21: Main Discussion
What do you think of these products? Let us know below.
Looking for a personalized buying advice from the RTINGS.com experts? Insiders have direct access to buying advice on our insider forum.