Ultra short throw projectors are a relatively new type of projector that sits directly under the screen. But which UST is the best for you? We'll answer that question as part of our ultra short throw projector shootout series. Together, we will find out why the Samsung LSP9T is a significant upgrade over the Samsung LSP7T.
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 LSP7T from Samsung is a lower price point laser TV that offers solid specs from a very well known home entertainment electronics brand.
The Premiere LSP9T from Samsung is the cream of the crop, the king of the hill, the best of the best when it comes to ultra short throw projection. It's a triple laser 4K projector who's specs are unmatched by just about any other laser TV. Read our Samsung LSP9T review.
So which is better the Samsung LSP9T or the Samsung LSP7T UST?
Check out our expert comparison of these two fantastic 4K ultra short throw projectors to find out.
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Samsung LSP9T |
Samsung LSP7T |
Our Thoughts: |
Brightness |
2800 |
2200 |
The Samsung LSP9T is a brighter projector and is better suited for living rooms with higher levels of ambient light. |
Throw Ratio |
0.19:1 |
0.25:1 |
This ratio difference translates to several crucial inches closer to the screen. The LSP9T sits closer to the projector screen than any UST. |
Chipset |
.67" DLP |
.47" DLP |
The LSP7T uses the smaller chip while still fantastic, the larger DLP chip gives a sharper image to the LSP9T. |
Light Source |
True RGB Triple Laser |
Single Blue Laser |
With a triple laser design, the LSP9T's light source gives more vibrant colors and greater brightness, while the LSP7T uses a color wheel to create the colors we see on screen. |
Color |
146% DCI-P3 |
83% DCI-P3 |
In large part thanks to the triple laser light source the LSP9T covers a much wider color gamut than the LSP7T |
Sequential Contrast Ratio |
2267:1 |
1299:1 |
The superiority of the LSP9T shows up strongly in the content we watched. When it comes to contrast the Samsung triple laser UST is possibly the best. |
Input Lag |
55 ms |
53 ms |
Neither projector is particularly strong or weak when it comes to video gaming. That said the Samsung LSP7T has a very slight edge. |
Audio |
10.0 Watts × 4 |
15 Watts × 2
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The audio on the Samsung LSP9T sounds is more powerful and sounds much better. |
Price |
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The LSP7T comes in at a much lower point than the LSP9T which makes sense given the triple laser UST's incredible specs. |
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Samsung LSP7T Vs. Samsung LSP9T Side By Side Comparison
We put together this video of the Samsung Premiere LSP7T and the 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
- Best 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
The Cons
- Higher price tag
- No bundled screen
- Only comes in white
- Slight red push out of the box
Samsung LSP7T
The Pros
- Low priced 4K Ultra Short Throw
- Colors are vivid
- Built-in streaming apps includes Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV and more
- Has 3 HDMI ports
- Easy to navigate interface
The Cons
- Not the best choice for bright spaces
- Picture was not as sharp as other laser TVs
- Not great for gaming
- Only comes with a 1 year warranty
- Only comes in white
So Which Is Better, The Samsung LSP9T Or The Samsung LSP7T UST?
Both these UST projectors are great choices. But one of them has the edge in this fight.
Samsung is known for producing some of the best consumer electronics. Both their single laser and triple laser UST live up to these lofty exceptions. The Samsung Premiere LSP7T offers vivid colors and in a less well lit room offers fantastically vibrant visuals for a great low price.
For the absolute best picture from a Laser TV you need to pick the Samsung LSP9T. Its triple laser design offers brighter, more vibrant colors, better black levels and contrast and a sharper image. Combined with its powerful built-in speakers and super bright image, the LSP9T is a fantastic option to replace a tiny livingroom television.
Without a doubt these are two of the best 4K ultra short throw projectors available on the market. You'll be absolutely thrilled with either one you choose. But ultimately a decision had to be made. So between the Samsung LSP7T and Samsung LSP9T the winner of this ultra short throw projector shootout is………
The Samsung LSP9T
We'll be breaking down the comparison between the Samsung LSP9T and Samsung LSP7T 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 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 4-6 Weeks |
Lumens: | 2200 |
Projector Type: | Ultra Short Throw |
Light Source: | Laser |
Contrast Ratio: | 1,000:1 |
Chipset: | DLP |
Aspect Ratio: | 16:9 [HD] |
Throw Ratio: | 0.25:1 (D:W) |
Native Resolution: | 3840x2160 |
Lens Shift: | No |
Input Lag: | 4K/60Hz: 48.8ms | 1080p/60Hz: 48.8ms |
3D Support: | No |
Built-In Speaker: | Yes |
Warranty: | 1 Year |
Standard Lens Focus: | Motorized |
Projector Resolution: | 4K |
Brand: | Samsung |
Product Status: | Leaves Warehouse within 4-6 Weeks |
Lumens: | 2800 |
Projector Type: | Ultra Short Throw |
Light Source: | Laser |
Contrast Ratio: | 1,500:1 |
Chipset: | DLP |
Aspect Ratio: | 16:9 [HD] |
Throw Ratio: | 0.19:1 (D:W) |
Native Resolution: | 3840x2160 |
Lens Shift: | No |
Input Lag: | 4K/60Hz: 55.9ms | 1080p/60Hz: 55.9ms |
3D Support: | No |
Built-In Speaker: | Yes |
Warranty: | 1 Year |
Standard Lens Focus: | Motorized |