Xgimi Titan Noir Max: A Home Projector with Inky Blacks at a Sub-5-Figure Price

The Xgimi Titan Noir Max is a premium home theater projector that stands out for its ability to produce deep, inky blacks without the typical five-figure price tag. Priced at $5,999, it supports IMAX Enhanced mode, boasts a 10,000:1 native contrast ratio, 7,000 lumens of brightness, and a unique dual intelligent iris system for real-time adjustments.

The projector was funded through a Kickstarter campaign that raised $19 million. In testing, it outperformed competitors like the Epson Pro Cinema LS9000 and the Leica Cine Play 1, though it faltered slightly during dark scenes in bright rooms.

Easy Setup

A notable feature is the four adjustable legs, allowing precise tilt and height adjustment—a rarity among projectors. The Titan Noir Max runs on a basic version of Google Android but lacks a built-in streaming OS; users must connect external devices like a Google TV streamer. This design avoids lag for gaming. Ports include optical digital out, two USB, three HDMI (one with eARC), a 3.5mm audio jack, and Ethernet. Wi-Fi 6 is supported.

Stunning Picture Quality

The projector exceeds DCI-P3 and Rec.2020 color gamuts. Using triple-laser RGB technology with an anti-rainbow setting, no rainbow effects were observed. It runs quietly thanks to a well-designed enclosure. In tests, movies like "Hoppers" appeared colorful and sharp with rich blacks. The game "007: First Light" demonstrated fast dynamic iris adjustments, and the projector supports 240Hz at 1080p for responsive gaming.

Drawbacks and Verdict

In bright rooms, dark scenes from movies like "Awake" and "Tron: Ares" looked washed out. The remote's four shortcut buttons are confusing without dedicated streaming buttons. Overall, the Xgimi Titan Noir Max delivers excellent value for home theater enthusiasts seeking high-end performance without reaching $10,000, competing with costlier models.