Xgimi brings its Aura 3 series ultra-short throw projectors to the US

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After launching in China earlier this year, Xgimi is bringing its latest ultra-short throw (UST) projectors to the US market. The new Aura 3 series, which includes the Aura 3 Max and Aura 3 Pro, focuses on high brightness, gaming-friendly refresh rates, and built-in Google TV.

Xgimi Aura 3 Series Specifications

The company is using a crowdfunding model to handle the initial rollout. The projectors will officially launch on Kickstarter on October 20th, with the company currently taking $50 refundable deposits on its website to lock in early-bird pricing.

Hardware-wise, both models utilize an RGB triple-laser light source and a 0.47-inch DMD chip to output a 4K UHD image. The primary difference between the two lies in brightness and contrast.

The higher-end Aura 3 Max outputs 5,700 ISO lumens and features an 8,000:1 native contrast ratio, aided by a dual dynamic iris system that physically adjusts to control light output based on the scene.

The step-down Aura 3 Pro drops the brightness to 4,100 ISO lumens and offers a 7,000:1 contrast ratio. Both models cover 110% of the BT.2020 color gamut and support Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and IMAX Enhanced formats.

This generation adds 4K 120Hz playback support, giving the projectors stronger gaming credentials for current-generation consoles. Xgimi provides two HDMI ports capable of handling 4K at 120Hz, with one also supporting eARC. The projectors also support Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM), and AMD FreeSync Premium for smoother gameplay.

Because they are ultra-short throw projectors, the Aura 3 series features a 0.163:1 throw ratio. In practical terms, this means you can place the projector just eight inches away from a wall or screen to get a 120-inch image. For audio, the units are equipped with an 80W 2.0 channel Harman Kardon speaker system.

They also run Google TV natively, which means you won’t need to plug in a separate streaming dongle to access standard apps like Netflix or YouTube.

Pricing and Availability

The pricing structure relies heavily on early adoption. The Aura 3 Max has a stated retail price of $4,999, but Xgimi is offering it for $2,199 to users who put down the $50 deposit before the Kickstarter campaign begins.

The Aura 3 Pro has an MSRP of $3,999, with an early-bird price of $1,999. According to Xgimi, the projectors are expected to begin shipping to backers in December.

In related news, Hisense has recently launched a new 4K triple-laser projector with 1,800 CVIA lumens, 240Hz gaming, and a 360-degree gimbal, while Dangbei has introduced the X9 Ultra with 6,100 ISO lumens and 1ms gaming.

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(Xgimi)