If you’ve been following the home theatre space recently, you’ll know that the line between a "TV" and a "Projector" is blurring fast. We aren't talking about the dim, dusty projectors of the past that required a pitch-black basement. We are talking about "Laser TV" and right now, one model is dominating the conversation: the Hisense PX3-PRO.
We’ve combed through every major review from What Hi-Fi? to Rtings to break down exactly why this machine is sweeping awards season, including the prestigious "Best UST Projector over £2000" at the What Hi-Fi? Awards 2024.
Here is everything you need to know, stripped of the jargon and sales fluff.
1. It’s Not Just "Colourful" It’s Beyond Cinema Standard
Most high-end TVs aim for 100% of the DCI-P3 colour space (the standard used in digital cinemas). The PX3-PRO doesn't just meet that; it crushes it. Thanks to its TriChroma™ laser engine (using pure Red, Green, and Blue lasers), it achieves 110% of the BT.2020 colour space.
In plain English? It can display colours deep crimsons, toxic greens, and vibrant teals that standard TVs simply cannot reproduce. As Projector Reviews put it in their verdict:
"This projector's color performance is the best I've seen this year... turning the ordinary into extraordinary visual experiences."
2. Finally, A Projector That Understands "Black"
The Achilles' heel of projectors has always been contrast. They usually struggle to make dark scenes look truly black. Hisense has tackled this head-on, achieving a native contrast ratio of 3,000:1, which is roughly triple what we typically see in this category.
Home Theater Hi-Fi was particularly impressed by this leap in performance, noting:
"This is a new level of dynamic range from a DLP display... I cannot find anything negative to say about the Hisense PX3-PRO."
Whether you are watching The Batman or playing a horror game, the shadows retain detail rather than turning into a muddy grey wash.
3. The Gamer’s Dream: "Designed for Xbox"
Usually, projectors are too slow for serious gaming. The PX3-PRO flips the script as the first ultra-short throw projector to be certified "Designed for Xbox".
If you enjoy competitive shooters like Call of Duty or Overwatch, you can drop the resolution to 1080p and get a blistering 240Hz refresh rate, bringing input lag down to a TV/monitor-like 6ms.
- For RPGs: Play in full 4K at 60Hz.
- For Shooters: Switch to 240Hz for unbelievably smooth motion.
What Hi-Fi? summed up the experience perfectly:
"Fantastic for watching movies as well as blasting demons in Doom."
4. Fits Your Living Room, Not Just Your Basement
One of the biggest hurdles with "Laser TVs" is where to put them. Older models required huge, deep cabinets to throw a 100-inch image. The PX3-PRO has a refined 0.22:1 throw ratio, meaning it can sit just inches away from the wall to give you a massive screen.
It’s also 3,000 ANSI Lumens bright. While we always recommend a proper screen (more on that below), this unit has enough firepower to be watchable in a living room with ambient light.
"The only thing I could compare the image quality to was looking out the window at actual nature." — PCMag
5. Your Questions Answered (The Meta-Review)
We’ve analysed the community discussions and expert reviews to answer the most common questions potential buyers have.
Q: Do I need a special screen? A: Highly recommended. While you can project onto a white wall, you will lose about 50% of the contrast and sharpness. To get that "giant OLED" look that reviewers rave about, pair this with an ALR (Ambient Light Rejecting) screen. You can choose from Fixed Frame screens to ceiling/wall screens or even floor rising screens (now up to 130 inches) to hide everything away. It blocks light from windows and lamps, reflecting only the projector's light back to your eyes. You can also get tensioned screens that go to larger sizes for UST projectors.
Q: How is the sound? A: Surprisingly good. It features a 50W Harman Kardon system hidden behind a premium fabric grille. Projector Reviews called it "the best available on a video projector". However, What Hi-Fi? notes that for a true cinema rumble, you’ll still want to add a subwoofer or separate sound system via the HDMI eARC port.
Q: Does it support Dolby Vision? A: Yes. Unlike many competitors (including some pricier ones), the PX3-PRO supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and IMAX Enhanced. This ensures you are seeing the movie exactly as the director intended, frame by frame.
The Verdict
The Hisense PX3-PRO isn't just an iterative update; it's a statement piece. It combines the massive scale of a projector with the ease of use and gaming performance of a high-end TV.
As What Hi-Fi? concluded in their 5-star review:
"The Hisense PX3-Pro is a great UST projector for movie fans and gamers alike... in general its picture is a marked improvement on any other projector in its class we’ve tested."
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