When Samsung entered the ultra short throw game with the Premiere line of projectors, they busted in with great fanfare thanks to the triple laser, LSP9T and it's little brother, the single laser, Samsung LSP7T.
The Premiere LSP9T from Samsung is a triple laser 4K projector who's specs were unmatched by just about any other laser TV. It has been called the cream of the crop, the king of the hill, the best of the best when it comes to ultra short throw projection. However the Samsung LSP9T is almost two years old. So how does it stack up against the newer UST projectors.
As the new kid on the block, AWOL Vision is making a tremendous splash. They came out swinging with the release of the AWOL Vision LTV-3500. This super bright triple laser UST offers a phenomenal picture with extra vibrant colors. It's quite possibly the best ultra short throw projector we've seen.
So which is better the Samsung LSP9T or the AWOL Vision LTV-3500 UST?
Check out our expert comparison of these two fantastic and bright triple laser ultra short throw projectors to find out.
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Samsung LSP9T |
AWOL Vision LTV-3500 |
Our Thoughts: |
Brightness |
2800 |
3500 |
The Samsung is bright but the AWOL UST is significantly brighter |
Throw Ratio |
0.19:1 |
0.25:1 |
The LSP9T sits closer to the projector screen than any other UST |
Chipset |
.66" DLP |
.47" DLP |
The Samsung LSP9T uses the larger .66" DLP chip from Texas Instruments |
Light Source |
RGB Triple Laser |
RGB Triple Laser |
The AWOL Vision and Samsung UST both use true RGB triple laser technology |
Color |
107% BT.2020 |
107% BT.2020 |
Both projectors provide some of the widest color gamut coverages you'll find |
Sequential Contrast Ratio |
2243:1 |
1120:1 |
The Samsung LSP9T ultra short throw clearly has the better contrast ratio |
Input Lag |
55 ms |
30 ms |
While not the best for competitive gaming, the AWOL LTV-3500 has a much lower lag time |
Audio |
10.0 Watts × 4 |
36W Stereo
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Despite having a somewhat less powerful built-in soundbar, the AWOL Vision LTV-3500 has a much better sounding speaker system |
Price |
$5,996.00
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$5,499.00
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Despite being about two years older, the AWOL Vision LTV-3500 is around $500 less than the Samsung LSP9T |
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AWOL LTV-3500 Vs. Samsung LSP9T Side By Side Comparison
We put together this video of the AWOL Vision LTV-3500 and the Samsung LSP9T comparing them side by side to show you how the image looks in a well lit room. We'll break down this video at a later time so make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel.
Pros And Cons Of Each UST Projector
Samsung LSP9T
The Pros
- Super bright 3 laser light source
- Most vibrant colors
- Great black levels
- Better dynamic tone mapping
- Larger .67 DLP chipset
- Can produce an image up to 130 inches
- Built-in streaming apps includes Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV and more
- Easy to navigate interface
- Sits closer to the cinema screen than just about any other UST
The Cons
- Higher price tag
- No bundled screen
- Only comes in white
- Slight red push out of the box
- Not great for gaming
AWOL Vision LTV-3500
The Pros
- Super bright triple laser light source
- Seemingly accurate and vivid colors right out of the box
- Image is sharp and crisp
- Very easy to calibrate with a plethora of controls and options
- Supports 3D
- Can make an image size up to 150 inches
The Cons
- No built-in smart TV apps, but it does include an Amazon FireTV Stick
- Contrast ratio is good but could be better
- Solid but not the absolute best for gaming
- Body is on the bulkier side
So Which Is Better, The Samsung LSP9T Or The AWOL Vision LTV-3500 UST?
Both these UST projectors are great choices. But one of them has a significant edge in this fight.
These are two phenomenal ultra short throw projectors. Without a doubt, you'll be absolutely thrilled with either one you choose. But ultimately a decision had to be made. So between the AWOL Vision LTV-3500 and Samsung LSP9T the winner of this ultra short throw projector shootout is………
Samsung LSP9T
Why Buy The Samsung LSP9T
The Samsung LSP9T is by all measurements an all around great projector. It provides a fantastic image, with plenty of brightness and contrast and has a powerful built in soundbar, making it an ideal replacement for a livingroom television. The Premiere UST from Samsung even placed second in our Ultra Short Throw Projector Beauty Pageant.
Samsung is a brand with a trusted reputation. So you know you're getting the expert craftmanship of one of the world's largest electronics companies. This higher quality guarantee demands a higher price.
With an incredible image, far superior black levels and contrast, easy to use interface, Netflix support and more it's not hard to see why the Samsung LSP9T is overall better than the AWOL LTV-3500.
Why Buy The AWOL LTV-3500
This is AWOL Vision's first ultra short throw projector, and their lack of experience does show through, particularly in their image processing.
That said, the AWOL Vision LTV-3500 offers bright colors and a super sharp detailed image with good motion handling. With a 3500 lumen, triple laser light source, there are few UST projectors brighter than the AWOL LTV-3500.
Which Do You Think Is Better, The Samsung LSP9T or AWOL Vision LTV-3500?
Let us know which projector you think is better in the comment section below
We'll be breaking down the comparison between the Samsung LSP9T and AWOL LTV-3500 even further in our Ultra Short Throw shootout series on YouTube. So make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you can get notified when our shootout goes live plus other great content in our pipeline.
If you have any questions on these ultra short throw projectors or anything else projection related don’t hesitate to hit us up at ProjectorScreen.com. Thanks for reading and keep on projecting!
Projector Resolution: | 4K |
Brand: | Samsung |
Product Status: | Leaves Warehouse within 5-10 Business Days |
Aspect Ratio: | 16:9 [HD] |
Lumens: | 2800 |
Throw Type: | Ultra Short Throw |
Chipset: | DLP |
Light Source: | Laser |
Native Resolution: | 3840x2160 |
Contrast Ratio: | 1,500:1 |
Resolution Type: | Native |
Warranty: | 1 Year |
Lens Shift: | No |
Standard Lens Focus: | Fixed |
Digital Inputs: | HDMI |
Projector Resolution: | 4K |
Brand: | AWOL Vision |
Product Status: | In Stock |
Aspect Ratio: | 16:9 [HD] |
Lumens: | 3500 |
Throw Type: | Ultra Short Throw |
Chipset: | DMD |
Light Source: | Laser |
3D Support: | Full HD 3D [Glasses Type: Shutter] |
Native Resolution: | 3840x2160 |
Contrast Ratio: | 1,000,000:1 |
Resolution Type: | Shift |
Warranty: | 2 Years |
Digital Inputs: | HDMI |