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Flagship gear for the ultimate build. The page is split into four sections (Flagship 4K projectors; Reference OLED displays; Ambient-light-rejecting screens; High-end receiver backbone), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 16 picks. Our scores range from 7.2 to 9.4 out of 10.
- Best overall:LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K G5 Series Smart TV with Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, HDR10 (OLED65G5WUA, 2025). Highest overall score in this guide at 9.4/10.
- Also great value:LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K C5 Series Smart TV with Dolby Atmos, AI Super Upscaling (OLED65C5PUA, 2025). Value score of 9/10, overall 9.4/10.
- Solid build:Denon AVR-X2800H 7.2 Ch AV Receiver, 8K UHD (95W x 7), HEOS, Wi-Fi, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Bluetooth. Build and materials score of 9/10, overall 8.8/10.
- Feature-rich:Optoma UHD35 True 4K UHD Gaming Projector, 3600 Lumens, 4.2ms Response Time, 240Hz, HDR10 and HLG. Features score of 9/10, overall 8.8/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Flagship 4K projectors
- Optoma UHD35 True 4K UHD Gaming Projector, 3600 Lumens, 4.2ms Response Time, 240Hz, HDR10 and HLGOur score8.8/10
- XGIMI HORIZON 20 4K RGB Triple Laser Home Projector, 3200 ISO LumensOur score8.4/10
- ViewSonic PX749-4K 4K UHD Gaming Projector 4000 Lumens 240Hz Xbox HDROur score8.0/10
- Optoma UHD55 4K Ultra HD DLP Home Theater and Gaming Projector, Built-In SpeakerOur score7.8/10
Reference OLED displays
- LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K G5 Series Smart TV with Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, HDR10 (OLED65G5WUA, 2025)Our score9.4/10
- LG 65-Inch Class OLED evo AI 4K C5 Series Smart TV with Dolby Atmos, AI Super Upscaling (OLED65C5PUA, 2025)Our score9.4/10
- LG 48-Inch Class OLED evo C4 Series Smart TV, 4K Processor, Magic Remote, Alexa Built-in (OLED48C4PUA, 2024)Our score8.5/10
- LG OLED42C2PUA 42 inch 4K Ultra HD OLED Smart TV C2 Series (2022)Our score7.6/10
Ambient-light-rejecting screens
- VeezuJoyz ALR Projector Screen 120" VJ-BW3 for Ultra Short Throw Projectors | 95% Ambient Light Rejecting Fixed Frame Wall Mount Projection Screen, 16:9 4K/8K UHD 3D, Ideal for UST in Home Theater OfficeOur score7.6/10
- NothingProjector ALR Screen for Ultra Short Throw Projector, 100 inch | 85% Ambient Ceiling Light Rejecting, 4K/8K UHD Active 3D, Fixed Frame 16:9, Wall Mount Anti Daylight UST, Classic NothPJOur score7.6/10
- NothingProjector ALR Screen for Ultra Short Throw Projector, 120 inch | 85% Ambient Ceiling Light Rejecting, 4K/8K UHD Active 3D, Fixed Frame 16:9, Wall Mount Anti Daylight UST, Classic NothPJOur score7.4/10
- Projector Screen with Stand, 80 Inch Portable Projector Screen Outdoor Indoor, 1.5 Gain ALR Projection Screen, Anti Light, 4K Ultra HD 16:9 Outdoor Movie PVC Screen for Movie Night (Grey Screen)Our score7.2/10
High-end receiver backbone
- Denon AVR-X1700H 7.2 Channel AV Receiver, 80W/Channel, 8K HDMI eARC, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, HEOSOur score8.8/10
- Denon AVR-X2800H 7.2 Ch AV Receiver, 8K UHD (95W x 7), HEOS, Wi-Fi, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, BluetoothOur score8.8/10
- Sony STR-AN1000 7.2ch 8K A/V Receiver, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, WiFi, Chromecast, AirPlay, HDMI 2.1Our score8.6/10
- Sony STR-AN1000 7.2ch 8K AV Receiver plus 8 Speaker Bundle with SA-CS9 SubwooferOur score8.6/10
All 16 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1LG's 2025 65-Inch OLED evo AI G5 Series 4K TV with Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision and HDR10, a slim wall-mount flagship.
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 10/10 · Build and materials 10/10 · Value 7/10
- + OLED evo panel gives perfect blacks and outstanding contrast
- + Gallery-style slim design sits almost flush on the wall
- + Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos support cover premium streaming formats
- - Gallery design is meant for wall mounting, stand may cost extra
- - Flagship pricing is steep compared with the C5 Series
#2LG's 2025 65-Inch OLED evo AI C5 Series 4K TV with Dolby Atmos and AI Super Upscaling, a popular all-round OLED.
Fit for the job 10/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 9/10
- + OLED picture delivers inky blacks for dark room movie nights
- + AI Super Upscaling sharpens cable and older streaming content
- + Excellent gaming features make it a favorite with console players
- - Peak brightness is lower than Mini LED sets in very sunny rooms
- - Static logos over long periods carry some OLED burn-in risk
#3Optoma's UHD35 true 4K UHD gaming projector with 3600 lumens, 4.2ms response at 240Hz, HDR10 and HLG.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + 4.2ms response time at 240Hz is excellent for competitive gaming
- + 3600 lumens keeps the picture punchy in rooms with some light
- + HDR10 and HLG support covers streaming and broadcast HDR
- - Top refresh speeds need a lower resolution signal than full UHD
- - Lamp-based light source will eventually need a replacement
#4Denon's AVR-X1700H 7.2 Channel AV receiver at 80W/Channel with 8K HDMI eARC, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and HEOS streaming.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 9/10
- + 7.2 Channel layout supports a full Atmos speaker setup
- + 8K HDMI and eARC keep it ready for modern TVs and consoles
- + HEOS multi-room streaming adds music across the house
- - 80W/Channel is fine for most rooms but limited for power-hungry speakers
- - Setup menus take time for newcomers to AV receivers
#5Denon's AVR-X2800H 7.2 Ch 8K UHD AV receiver at 95W x 7 with HEOS, Wi-Fi, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Bluetooth.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + 95W x 7 power drives larger speakers more comfortably
- + Dolby Atmos and DTS:X decoding cover all major movie formats
- + HEOS and Wi-Fi add streaming and multi-room music
- - Costs more than entry receivers with similar channel counts
- - Lots of connections and settings can overwhelm first-time users
#6Sony's STR-AN1000 7.2ch 8K A/V receiver with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, WiFi, Chromecast, AirPlay and HDMI 2.1.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Chromecast and AirPlay built in simplify streaming from phones
- + HDMI 2.1 support passes high frame rate console gaming
- + Sony room calibration helps tune speakers to the space
- - Fewer advanced tuning options than Denon or Yamaha step-up models
- - Speakers are sold separately, adding to the total setup cost
#7Sony's STR-AN1000 7.2ch 8K AV receiver bundled with an 8 speaker set and SA-CS9 subwoofer for a ready-made system.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 8 Speaker bundle removes guesswork about matching speakers
- + SA-CS9 subwoofer adds deep bass for movies right out of the box
- + Single purchase gets a full surround setup from one brand
- - Large system needs lots of speaker wire and placement planning
- - Bundle speakers may be outclassed later if you upgrade audio
#8LG's 2024 48-Inch OLED evo C4 Series smart TV with a 4K processor, Magic Remote and Alexa, a compact OLED for small rooms.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + 48-Inch size fits bedrooms, dens or a desk gaming setup
- + OLED contrast makes movies look cinematic even on a small screen
- + Magic Remote pointer control makes menus quick to navigate
- - Smaller screen feels less immersive for a main living room
- - OLED brightness is limited compared with QLED in bright rooms
#9XGIMI's current Horizon model. An RGB triple laser 4K projector with 3200 ISO lumens, Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced and HDR10+, built-in Google TV, Harman Kardon speakers, lens shift and optical zoom.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + RGB triple laser engine with 3200 ISO lumens and a stated 100,000:1 contrast ratio
- + Lens shift and optical zoom give placement freedom without giving up clarity
- + Google TV, Harman Kardon speakers and an integrated stand, plus VRR and ALLM for gaming
- - Costs noticeably more than the older Horizon Pro it replaces in this guide
- - The 1ms response and 240Hz gaming figures are listed without the resolution they apply to
#10A bright 4K UHD home theater and gaming projector from ViewSonic with 4,000 ANSI lumens. It adds a 240Hz refresh rate with 4.2ms input lag, HDR and HLG support, 1.3x optical zoom and four-corner adjustment.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 4,000 ANSI lumens for clear visuals in rooms with moderate ambient lighting
- + 1.3x optical zoom with H/V keystone, auto-keystone and four-corner adjustment for easier placement
- + 240Hz refresh rate, 4.2ms input lag and 1440p at 120Hz support for Xbox gaming
- - Built around brightness and gaming, a different focus from the BenQ W5700 cinema projector it replaces
- - No lens shift or built-in streaming apps are listed, so plan on a source device and careful mounting
#11Optoma's UHD55 4K Ultra HD DLP projector for home theater and gaming, with a built-in speaker for simple setups.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 4K Ultra HD image is sharp for movies and modern consoles
- + Gaming mode keeps latency low for fast-paced play
- + Built-in speaker means sound works before adding a soundbar
- - Built-in audio is basic compared with a dedicated sound system
- - Title gives no brightness figure, so compare specs for bright rooms
#12LG's 2022 OLED42C2PUA 42 inch 4K OLED smart TV from the C2 Series, a small OLED for gaming desks and bedrooms.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 42 inch OLED makes an excellent large gaming monitor
- + Per-pixel lighting gives true blacks in dark bedrooms
- + Older C2 model often costs less than newer compact OLEDs
- - Older model year lacks the latest webOS and processor updates
- - Small screen is too modest for a primary home theater
#13VeezuJoyz 120-inch ALR fixed-frame screen for ultra short throw projectors, with 95% ambient light rejection, 0.8 gain and a 170 degree viewing angle.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Black-grid ALR surface rejects up to 95% of ambient light, aimed at bright living rooms and UST projectors.
- + Slim 0.39 inch aluminum alloy frame keeps the surface tensioned and flat, with a full wall-mount kit included.
- + 120-inch 16:9 viewing area of about 104.6 by 58.8 inches with 4K and 8K support and a 170 degree viewing angle.
- - Made for ultra short throw projectors only, so it will not suit a standard throw projector.
- - A 120-inch frame is large and the listing suggests two people to mount it, and it is priced above many ALR screens.
#14NothingProjector 100-inch fixed-frame ALR screen for ultra short throw projectors, with 85% ambient light rejection, a 160 degree viewing angle and a 10 mm frame.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + PET Crystal surface rejects up to 85% of ambient light, to keep contrast up in rooms with daylight.
- + Wide 160 degree viewing angle and an optimized surface are made for ultra short throw projectors.
- + Slim 10 mm frame, wall-mount system and a PVC-free substrate keep the install simple and the surface flat.
- - Made for UST projectors only, so a standard throw projector will not work with this surface.
- - It rejects 85% of ambient light, less than the 95% screens in this guide, and costs more than the 90 inch screen it replaces.
#15NothingProjector 120 inch ALR screen for ultra short throw projectors, a fixed-frame 16:9 screen with 85% ambient light rejection, PET Crystal material and a 160 degree viewing angle.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Listed to reject up to 85% of ambient light for brighter rooms using PET Crystal material.
- + Fixed 16:9 frame at 120 inches with a slim 10 mm frame and a simple wall mount.
- + Wide 160 degree viewing angle, 4K and 8K support and 3D compatibility, tuned for UST projectors.
- - Only for ultra short throw projectors, so it is not for standard throw projectors.
- - Brand is not widely known, and 85% light rejection is lower than the 95% screens in the same range.
#16VISULAPEX 80-inch portable ALR projector screen with stand, 1.5 gain, a grey surface, a 16:9 ratio and a carry bag, for indoor or outdoor use.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 9/10
- + 1.5 gain grey ALR surface is aimed at keeping the picture usable with some ambient light in the room.
- + Tripod stand sets up in about two minutes, adjusts from 45 to 89 inches and also supports wall hanging.
- + Weighs about 10 pounds and packs in a carry bag, which is easy to store when not in use.
- - 80 inches is small next to the 100 and 120 inch screens in this guide, so it suits smaller rooms.
- - It is a portable stand screen, not a fixed-frame screen, so it is less flat than a tensioned frame.
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