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Epson EF-12 vs XGIMI Horizon Pro
What EF-12 does better (3) and where Horizon Pro wins (6) — every spec side by side.
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3.6Picture4.5
5.4Setup & placement8.8
2.5Smart features & sound6.7
9.5Noise, lifetime & portability8.7
Dimensions
Size comparison
EF-12Horizon Pro
| EF-12 | Horizon Pro | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 135 mm | 136 mm | −1 mm |
| Width | 175 mm | 208 mm | −33 mm |
| Depth | 175 mm | 218 mm | −43 mm |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 2.9 kg | −0.8 kg |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is EF-12 better than Horizon Pro?
- Contrast ratio (dynamic / claimed)2,500,000:1 vs 10,000:1250×
- Fan noise27 dB vs 30 dB+11%
- Weight2.1 kg vs 2.9 kg+38%
Why is Horizon Pro better than EF-12?
- Resolution (on screen)1920 × 1080 (Full HD) vs 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)
- Brightness (ANSI / ISO lumens)1,000 lm vs 1,500 lm+50%
- Built-in speakers (total output)5 W vs 16 W3.2×
- AutofocusNo · EF-12: Yes
- Ethernet (LAN)No · EF-12: Yes
- Largest image size150″ vs 200″+33%
Specifications
Side by side
| Picture | ||
| Resolution (on screen) | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) | 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD) |
| Native panel resolution | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD) |
| 4K method | — | 4K by pixel shifting |
| Display technology | 3LCD | DLP |
| Light source | Laser | LED |
| Brightness (ANSI / ISO lumens) | 1,000 lm | 1,500 lm |
| Contrast ratio (dynamic / claimed) | 2,500,000:1 | 10,000:1 |
| HDR support | Yes | Yes |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Motion interpolation (MEMC) | — | Yes |
| 3D playback | Yes | Yes |
| Gaming | ||
| Game / low-latency mode | — | Yes |
| Lens & placement | ||
| Throw ratio | 1:1 | 1.2:1 |
| Throw type | Standard throw (1.0:1 and longer) | Standard throw (1.0:1 and longer) |
| Distance for a 100″ 16:9 image | 2.21 m | 2.66 m |
| Smallest image size | 30″ | 40″ |
| Largest image size | 150″ | 200″ |
| Lens shift | None | — |
| Autofocus | No | Yes |
| Keystone correction | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic keystone correction | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | — | Yes |
| Automatic screen fit | — | Yes |
| Sound | ||
| Built-in speakers (total output) | 5 W | 16 W |
| Smart & streaming | ||
| Smart platform | Android (not TV-certified) | Android TV |
| Built-in smart platform | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| AirPlay | — | Yes |
| Chromecast built-in | Yes | Yes |
| Voice assistant | Google Assistant | — |
| Internal storage | — | 32 GB |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI inputs | 1 | 1 |
| HDMI eARC | — | Yes |
| USB port | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet (LAN) | No | Yes |
| VGA input | No | No |
| Audio output | Yes | Yes |
| Battery, power & lifetime | ||
| Power consumption | 102 W | — |
| Light source life | — | 30,000 h |
| Light source life (eco mode) | — | 25,000 h |
| Design & noise | ||
| Fan noise | 27 dB | 30 dB |
| Fan noise (eco mode) | 22 dB | 30 dB |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 2.9 kg |
| Width | 175 mm | 208 mm |
| Height | 135 mm | 136 mm |
| Depth | 175 mm | 218 mm |
| Colours | Black | Black |
