Compared set
Only 2 of 90 models checked match every need here: “I am building a golf simulator”, “I have 3 to 8 feet for a 100-inch picture”, and “I play fast or competitive games”.
2 matching models from 90 checkedBest for this need
The best projector for a golf simulator bay
Our pick
Optoma UHD35STx
The Optoma UHD35STx is the best starting point for a compact golf simulator because its fixed 0.5 throw keeps the projector closer to the screen and its 4K60 response is fast enough for play. Choose the laser GT2400HDR when brightness and long light-source life matter more than 4K, or the LS901-4K for a longer permanent bay with a wide zoom range.
Why it fits this need
- Measured lens-to-screen distance at the intended image width
- Enough light for the enclosure and screen material
- Main trade-off
- The 0.5 throw lens is fixed, so mount position must be calculated before buying.
- Choose Optoma GT2400HDR instead when
- Choose it for a bright 1080p laser bay with a fixed short throw.
More reasons behind this pick
- A mount position clear of the club and player
- Resolution, aspect ratio and response that match the simulator software
Projectors matched to short and standard simulator bays by throw distance, light output, aspect-ratio support and response time.
What the facts say
What the comparison shows
Useful conclusions from the current home projectors comparison, followed by the checked facts used to reach them.
See the checked facts and calculation notes
Match countThe count uses the current product-to-need assignments for “I am building a golf simulator”, “I have 3 to 8 feet for a 100-inch picture”, and “I play fast or competitive games”. A need with no documented match does not count.
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| Optoma UHD35STx |
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| Optoma GT2400HDR |
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| ViewSonic LS901-4K |
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| ViewSonic LS740HD |
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4 options
Our pick and alternatives
Optoma, UHD35STx
UHD35STx
A fixed short-throw 4K lamp projector with low-latency modes for compact gaming rooms and golf simulator bays.
Winner whenShort-throw 4K gaming and simulators
Decisive facts
- 3,600-lumen lamp-based 4K DLP light engine
- Fixed 0.5:1 short-throw lens
Trade-off
The 0.5 throw lens is fixed, so mount position must be calculated before buying.
Optoma, GT2400HDR
GT2400HDR
A very bright 1080p laser short-throw projector made for garage golf bays, sports and responsive console play.
Choose instead whenChoose it for a bright 1080p laser bay with a fixed short throw.
Decisive facts
- 4,200 ISO-lumen native-1080p laser DLP light engine
- Fixed 0.496:1 short-throw lens with up to 30,000-hour Eco life
Trade-off
It accepts HDR signals but displays a 1080p image rather than 4K.
ViewSonic, LS901-4K
LS901-4K
A very bright laser installation model with a long optical zoom, vertical shift and support for extra-wide 21:9 layouts.
Choose instead whenChoose it for a permanent 4K bay that can use its 1.7x zoom and 21:9 support.
Decisive facts
- 5,500 ANSI-lumen laser 4K DLP light engine
- 1.2–2.04:1 throw ratio with 1.7x optical zoom and vertical shift
Trade-off
It has only vertical lens shift, so an off-center horizontal position still needs correction or remounting.
ViewSonic, LS740HD
LS740HD
A high-output 1080p laser projector with a relatively short standard throw for golf simulators and rooms where some lights stay on.
Choose instead whenChoose it for maximum 1080p brightness with a relatively short standard throw.
Decisive facts
- 5,500 ANSI-lumen 1080p laser DLP light engine
- 1.13–1.47:1 throw ratio with 1.3x optical zoom
Trade-off
It is a 1080p installation model rather than a 4K cinema projector.
Ready to choose?
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Our pick for this need
Optoma UHD35STx
Measured lens-to-screen distance at the intended image width
See price & reviews on AmazonChoose instead when
Optoma GT2400HDR
Choose it for a bright 1080p laser bay with a fixed short throw.
See price & reviews on Amazon