1080p, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw
Projectors with 3000 to 5999 Lumens
13 projectors with 3000 to 5999 lumens from Epson, ViewSonic, Optoma and more. Most cost $799 to $1,299, and half cost less than $926.
Spec score 8.3
+Short throw lens for placement close to the screen
+Laser light source with long light life
+3000 to 5999 lumens for bright images
$1,082.00-13%List: $1,249.99
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
ViewSonic LSD400HD-ST Bright 4000 Lumens 1080p Short Throw Laser Projector | Business, Classroom, Golf Simulator
$1,082.00as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.3
Pros
+Short throw lens for placement close to the screen
+Laser light source with long light life
+3000 to 5999 lumens for bright images
+1080p Full HD resolution
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
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Spec score 8.1
720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw
+Laser light source for long-lasting brightness
+Bright at 3600 lumens for mid-size rooms
+Short throw design for placement close to the screen
−WXGA 720p resolution is lower than full HD models
$814.99-10%List: $909.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - DetailsProduct details
Optoma ZW350ST - WXGA, 3600 Lumens, Short Throw, IP6X Dust Resistant, 30,000 Hour DuraCore Maintenance-Free Laser
$814.99as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.1
Pros
+Laser light source for long-lasting brightness
+Bright at 3600 lumens for mid-size rooms
+Short throw design for placement close to the screen
+IP6X dust resistant body
Cons−WXGA 720p resolution is lower than full HD models
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
−720p or lower: 33 of the 47 here have a higher resolution
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Spec score 9.5
4K, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw
+Short throw projects large images from close range
+Laser light source for long life and low maintenance
+4K HDR support for detailed images
$1,999.00-6%Was: $2,128.50
as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - DetailsProduct details
BenQ TK710STi 3200 Lumens 4K HDR Short Throw Home Entertainment Projector | 3200 Lumens, Laser Light Source, 4ms Input
$1,999.00as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score9.5
Pros
+Short throw projects large images from close range
+Laser light source for long life and low maintenance
+4K HDR support for detailed images
+Built-in smart features
+4ms input lag for responsive viewing
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
+4K: the highest resolution of the 47 here
+Apps built in: only 9 of 51 here have one
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Spec score 8.7
4K, 3000 to 5999, Short throw
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Full HD 1080p resolution for sharp images
+4K HDR compatible input for HDR content
−Resolution is 4K in specs, but name says Full HD 1080p
$799.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - DetailsProduct details
Optoma GT1080HDR – Full HD 1080p Short Throw Projector, 3,800 Lumens, 4K HDR Compatible, Low Input Lag Gaming, Home
$799.00as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.7
Pros
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Full HD 1080p resolution for sharp images
+4K HDR compatible input for HDR content
+Low input lag for gaming
Cons−Resolution is 4K in specs, but name says Full HD 1080p
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
+4K: the highest resolution of the 47 here
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Spec score 8.3
1080p, 3000 to 5999, Short throw
+Short throw design projects a large image from close range
+3000 lumens brightness for home entertainment viewing
+1080p resolution for full HD picture
$849.00
as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - DetailsProduct details
BenQ TH671ST 3000 Lumens 1080p Short Throw Home Entertainment Projector | 3000 Lumens Low Input Lag, Auto Vertical
$849.00as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.3
Pros
+Short throw design projects a large image from close range
+3000 lumens brightness for home entertainment viewing
+1080p resolution for full HD picture
+Low input lag feature listed for responsive playback
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
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Spec score 8.3
1080p, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw
+Laser light source for long-lasting brightness
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Low input lag for gaming
$1,099.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - DetailsProduct details
Optoma GT2300HDR - Full HD 1080p, 3,600 Lumens, Short Throw, Laser, Low Input Lag Gaming, Golf Simulation Ready
$1,099.00as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.3
Pros
+Laser light source for long-lasting brightness
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Low input lag for gaming
+Golf simulation ready
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
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Spec score 8.3
1080p, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw
+Laser light source for long-lasting brightness
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Low input lag for gaming
$1,299.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - DetailsProduct details
Optoma GT2400HDR - Full HD 1080p, 4,200 Lumens, Short Throw, Laser, Low Input Lag Gaming, Golf Simulation Ready
$1,299.00as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.3
Pros
+Laser light source for long-lasting brightness
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Low input lag for gaming
+Golf simulation ready
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
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Spec score 8.1
720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Short throw
+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+HDMI and LAN connections for flexible setup
+Wireless-ready for network display
−Resolution of 720p or lower is below Full HD
$926.00
as of 11/03/2026 23:35 PST - DetailsProduct details
InFocus IN126STa WXGA Short Throw Projector, 3300 Lumens, HDMI, LAN, Wireless-ready
$926.00as of 11/03/2026 23:35 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.1
Pros
+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+HDMI and LAN connections for flexible setup
+Wireless-ready for network display
Cons−Resolution of 720p or lower is below Full HD
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
−720p or lower: 33 of the 47 here have a higher resolution
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
Spec score 8.1
720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Short throw
+Short throw lens for placement close to the screen
+3000 to 5999 lumens for bright images
+HDMI input for modern devices
−720p or lower resolution, below Full HD
$799.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - DetailsProduct details
ViewSonic PJD5353LS 3200 Lumens XGA HDMI Short Throw Projector
$799.00as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details
View on AmazonSpec score8.1
Pros
+Short throw lens for placement close to the screen
+3000 to 5999 lumens for bright images
+HDMI input for modern devices
Cons−720p or lower resolution, below Full HD
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
−720p or lower: 33 of the 47 here have a higher resolution
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
Spec score 8.1
720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Short throw
+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+HDMI and LAN connections for flexible setup
+Wireless-ready for network display
−XGA resolution of 720p or lower is below Full HD
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InFocus IN124STa XGA Short Throw Projector, 3300 Lumens, HDMI, LAN, Wireless-readyNo price recorded yet.View on Amazon
Spec score8.1
Pros
+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+HDMI and LAN connections for flexible setup
+Wireless-ready for network display
Cons−XGA resolution of 720p or lower is below Full HD
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
−720p or lower: 33 of the 47 here have a higher resolution
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
Spec score 8.1
720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Short throw
+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+3000 to 5999 lumens brightness output
+HDMI input for connecting video sources
−720p or lower resolution is below full HD
No price recorded yet.
Product details
Spec score8.1
Pros
+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+3000 to 5999 lumens brightness output
+HDMI input for connecting video sources
Cons−720p or lower resolution is below full HD
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
−720p or lower: 33 of the 47 here have a higher resolution
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
Spec score 8.1
720p or lower, 3000 to 5999, Short throw
+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+3000 to 5999 lumens brightness output
+Dual HDMI inputs for connecting two sources
−720p or lower resolution is below full HD
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Product details
ViewSonic PS502W WXGA Short Throw Projector 4000 Lumens, Dual HDMI | Business, Classroom, Conference Room ProjectorNo current price. Check it at the store.View on Amazon
Spec score8.1
Pros
+Short throw design for projecting from close range
+3000 to 5999 lumens brightness output
+Dual HDMI inputs for connecting two sources
Cons−720p or lower resolution is below full HD
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
−720p or lower: 33 of the 47 here have a higher resolution
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
Spec score 8.7
4K, 3000 to 5999, Laser, Short throw
+True 4K UHD resolution for fine detail
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Golf simulator ready
No current price. Check it at the store.
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Optoma GT3900UHD True 4K UHD Short Throw Laser Projector | 4,000 Lumens, DuraCore 30,000-Hour Laser, Golf SimulatorNo current price. Check it at the store.View on Amazon
Spec score8.7
Pros
+True 4K UHD resolution for fine detail
+Short throw design suits placement close to the screen
+Golf simulator ready
+HDR compatible for high dynamic range content
+Low input lag for gaming
Compared with the 13 projectors on this page+3000 to 5999: the highest brightness of the 51 here
+4K: the highest resolution of the 47 here
How pros and cons are picked (About: Disclaimer)About this product
Compare specs
| projector | Resolution | Brightness | Spec score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 3000 to 5999 | 8.3 | $1,082.00 as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details | |
| 720p or lower | 3000 to 5999 | 8.1 | $814.99 as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details | |
| 4K | 3000 to 5999 | 9.5 | $1,999.00 as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - Details | |
| 4K | 3000 to 5999 | 8.7 | $799.00 as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details | |
| 1080p | 3000 to 5999 | 8.3 | $849.00 as of 11/04/2026 12:41 PST - Details | |
| 1080p | 3000 to 5999 | 8.3 | $1,099.00 as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details | |
| 1080p | 3000 to 5999 | 8.3 | $1,299.00 as of 11/04/2026 00:33 PST - Details | |
| 720p or lower | 3000 to 5999 | 8.1 | $926.00 as of 11/03/2026 23:35 PST - Details | |
| 720p or lower | 3000 to 5999 | 8.1 | $799.00 as of 11/04/2026 07:37 PST - Details | |
| 720p or lower | 3000 to 5999 | 8.1 | No current price |










