Hisense PX1-Pro review 2024: testing features and performance

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When you use a projector, you usually have to be willing to put up with a certain amount of bother in exchange for a really large picture. You are going to require a screen, some time to set up your projector and correct any geometric distortion, and the majority of the time, you are going to require a significant amount of room. This is because you are going to need to see the image well. This is not the case with the Hisense PX1-Pro, which is one of a limited but expanding number of projectors designed to function with a minimal amount of setup in virtually any size room.

Even though you require a wall that is large enough to accommodate a screen measuring 90 to 130 inches, a projector with an ultra-short throw ratio of 0.25:1 may be placed an inch away from the screen and still fill it completely, both horizontally and vertically. It is equipped not only to serve as a home theater projector but also as a replacement for a large-screen TV thanks to its cutting-edge tri-color laser projection system, amazing features, and built-in sound.

Hisense PX1-Pro Specifications

The PX1-PRO expands upon the already remarkable image technology that Hisense is well-known for, and adds several new features that make it ideally suited for use in a contemporary home entertainment system.

Specification	Details
Size (Dimensions)	20.5 x 12.8 x 6.3 inches
Weight	20.3 pounds
Model Number	PX1-PRO
Resolution	3840 x 2160
Connectivity Technology	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, Ethernet, HDMI
Recommended Uses For Product	Home Cinema, Gaming
Special Feature	Built-In Speaker, Ultra Short Throw
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Hisense PX1-Pro Review: Design

The construction quality is remarkable. The sound system of the PX1-Pro is concealed behind a perforated plastic grill, which gives the device an elegantly understated appearance. There are no controls on the body of the device, with the exception of an on/off switch, and the light engine and lamp can be seen through the projection window. Connectors on the rear side include two HDMI inputs, one of which supports enhanced audio return channel (eARC).

In addition, there is a stereo analogue minijack, an optical digital audio out, Ethernet for supporting the built-in Wi-Fi, as well as a USB 3.0 port and a USB-C port, both of which are given solely for the purpose of servicing the device. Do not anticipate being able to use this projector for games requiring a high frame rate. It can only refresh at a rate of 60 hertz for 4K content. The input lag is stated to be 60 milliseconds. The projector itself is much more aesthetically pleasing to the eye than the remote control that is included.

Hisense PX1-Pro Review: Features

Installation is not overly complicated, as is the case with the majority of extremely short-throw projectors. To get the best possible picture size, simply move the cabinet so that it is about a meter or so away from the wall or screen that you plan to use for the display, and then give it a little bit of a jiggle. It should be hung at a distance of 27 centimeters from the wall or screen if it is to be a 90-inch picture. You’ll need about 38 centimeters for a measurement of 110 inches, and 49 centimeters for a measurement of 130 inches.

There is a function called Auto Geometric Correction that is included in Hisense televisions to assist with aligning the image properly; however, using this option is a hassle. Casting an alignment grid is the first step in AGC, which is followed by taking a picture of the projected display on your smartphone, downloading it to the Hisense site, and then activating the upload with a corresponding PIN number (the projector and the smartphone need to be connected to the same network). This process was unsuccessful for me several times until it finally succeeded after what appears to be a slight change.

The functionality is comparable to that of any ordinary Android television, albeit with a few additional menu options, such as adjustable laser luminance. You have the option of activating an automated light sensor, but even when the room was rather dark, I felt that using this light sensor made the image appear less bright.

Hisense PX1-Pro Review: Performance

The visual quality of the Hisense is its most notable advantage. In terms of sharpness and clarity, it is not quite up to par with the Xgimi Aura with its almost holographic presentation; but, the PX1-Pro has the advantage in terms of tone, color, and HDR performance. When you are watching John Wick 3 on Amazon Prime Video or The Mandalorian on Disney+, you are continuously surprised by how vibrant and lovely the colors are.

You are also struck by how effectively the projector handles sequences with dark shadows and dazzling HDR highlights, which truly pack a punch. The black level is still not completely black, and the highlights never approach the eye-searing levels you’ll see on the greatest OLED or mini-LED TV displays; but, the performance of the projector is flawless in comparison to other projectors.

Hisense PX1-Pro Review: Final Thoughts

The PX1-Pro is a tempting option to a very large flatscreen. It’s much less obtrusive than a big TV—when it’s off, it looks like a music console—and it’s much more convenient than a traditional long-throw projector. You can use one in a small room because the beam doesn’t go more than a meter away, and no one can walk in front of it.

With a few exceptions, the picture quality is great. Even though the projector can’t make a deep black (very few can), the pictures are sharp and full of color, and the PX1-Pro is bright enough to use in a room with moderate light. The split sound system of the system is also loud enough that it doesn’t need any extra speakers.

Hisense PX1-Pro Review: The good and The bad

If you’ve ever entertained the idea of buying a projector to fulfill your home theater ambitions, you’ve undoubtedly been dissuaded from doing so by the practical considerations involved in doing so.

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