The DLP® technology difference

Transform your surroundings with brilliant, immersive projection and stunning clarity.

DLP® technology: enjoy true 4K resolution, fast refresh rates, and vivid color
DLP technology.
The ultimate choice for precision projection, delivering stunning clarity, vibrant colors and exceptional brightness. With over 8 million pixels using microscopic mirrors, DLP technology creates smooth, sharp visuals and an immersive experience in any space.

OUR DIFFERENCE

Sharper. Brighter. Better.

110%

The power of a wider color gamut

Red-green-blue (RGB) direct laser light paired with DLP technology delivers a wider color gamut and more accurate colors than 3LCD, reaching up to 110% of the Rec.2020 standard for rich, lifelike visuals trusted in digital cinema.

8.3M pixels

Choose true 4K

DLP technology delivers 8.3 million distinct pixels to meet the Consumer Technology Association's definition of true 4K ultra high definition (UHD) so that you can see every detail clearly, outperforming 1LCD and 3LCD systems.

240Hz

Enjoy smoother, more responsive gameplay

Experience up to 50% lower display latency and project at up to 240Hz refresh rate with variable refresh rate (VRR) support on gaming consoles and PCs, delivering smoother and more responsive gameplay that rivals high-end monitors.

9/10

A brilliant cinema experience anywhere

Trusted by nine out of 10 cinemas worldwide and used in 100% of digital IMAX theaters, DLP technology ensures that you experience content the way it was meant to be seen, whether in the theater or in the comfort of your home or backyard.

RGB laser

New innovations offer a rainbow-free experience

Higher-refresh-rate controllers and support for LED and RGB laser light sources provide smoother, more immersive viewing with crisp, vibrant visuals.
DLP LCD
8.3 million pixels representative of True 4K (left) vs. 4.2 million pixels used in 4K enhancement (right)*
 DLP LCD
Flawless color accuracy*
 DLP LCD
Deepest blacks, brightest whites*

OUR STORY

A legacy of innovation

1999

Witnessing the dawn of digital cinema

On May 16, 1999, "Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace" became the first film publicly  shown on a digital projector using DLP Cinema® technology.

2009

TI DLP Cinema 3D technology used in making the movie "Avatar"

James Cameron's "Avatar" was the first major film released in full digital 3D using DLP Cinema technology, delivering the groundbreaking visuals that helped define the modern 3D cinema experience.

2015

The Oscar goes to … TI Fellow Dr. Larry Hornbeck and his digital micromirrors

Dr. Hornbeck received the 2014 Scientific and Technical Academy Award® of Merit (Oscar® statuette) for the invention of the digital micromirror device (DMD) technology as used in DLP Cinema® projection.

Photo credit: Michael Yada / ©A.M.P.A.S.

2017

DLP technology powers portable and ultrashort throw projectors

DLP chipsets enable compact, reliable, high-performance projectors, expanding access to display solutions for homes, classrooms and businesses.

2020

DLP chipsets enhance vivid visuals in compact form factors

DLP technology enables next-generation devices with bright, high-contrast visuals in compact form factors, powering applications like augmented reality (AR) smart glasses and more.

2023

True 4K UHD DLP chips for large venues and home cinema

TI True 4K UHD DLP chips set the standard for image clarity, color accuracy and brightness in enterprise and home theater projectors.

DLP PROJECTORS IN ACTION

DLP technology for everyone

Transform your projected experiences with DLP® technology

Powering what's possible

Valerion enhances visuals with anti-rainbow technology

Valerion integrated Anti-Rainbow Effect (Anti-RBE) technology across its premium long-throw projector lineup, reducing color breakup by increasing refresh rates and applying advanced image processing. The result is smoother visuals and a more immersive home cinema experience.

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Barco lights up the fantastical world of LEGOLAND® Shanghai Resort

At the LEGOLAND Shanghai Resort, the first LEGO theme park in mainland China, 37 Barco projectors support three core attractions: MINILAND, the LEGO Monkie Kid™ Theater and the 4D Cinema. The system delivers bright, reliable visuals that enhance storytelling and create immersive guest experiences.

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Panasonic powers immersive NOMO pavilion

At the Panasonic Pavilion, “The Land of NOMO,” visitors explore immersive environments powered by advanced visual and audio technologies. PT-REQ15 4K DLP projectors deliver high-quality visuals across multiple zones, enabling engaging, museum-scale interactive experiences.

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Marian High School wins state golf championship with BenQ

Marian High School’s golf team leverages BenQ DLP technology golf simulator projectors to train with precision and confidence. Using color-accurate golf simulators, players can practice as if they’re on the course. The BenQ LK936ST delivers 4K UHD resolution for detailed, lifelike visuals while 5,100 lumens of brightness ensure crisp performance even in the well-lit Marian Athletic Center.

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Latest in DLP projectors

15 Apr 2026

Optoma HCPro-5400: Professional home cinema triple RGB laser projector

Designed to be the industry's first DLP laser projector featuring 5,000 lumens of brightness and cutting-edge 4K UHD visuals with lifelike imagery.

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17 Feb 2026

BenQ immersive series: Golf simulators, projection mapping and more

BenQ short-throw and ultra-short-throw projectors are engineered for immersive, simulation-driven environments using BenQ Screen Fill™ technology.

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03 Feb 2026

Panasonic PT-HTQ20: Groundbreaking 20,000-lumen 4K RGB laser projector

Marking the company’s first 1-chip DLP projector to support the Rec. 2020 colour gamut, powered by the VIVID PRIME™ RGB laser light-source technology.

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20 Jan 2026

Christie Korus Series: Discover striking clarity with dazzling color

With up to 14,250 lumens, Korus Series is compact and lightweight at just 38 lbs powered by its advanced 0.8″ HEP DMD to deliver 4K UHD+ brilliance.

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22 Dec 2025

Hisense XR10: Advances laser home cinema experience

XR10 laser projection targets cinephiles with theater-scale visuals while maintaining design flexibility and premium image fidelity.

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28 May 2025

Appotronics S Pro: 4K/2K RGB laser projectors with up to 20,000 lm

4K/2K single-chip DLP HEP projectors with RGBX full-spectrum ALPD laser, up to 20,000 lumens and exceptional color accurancy for large venues.

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15 Apr 2026

Optoma HCPro-5400: Professional home cinema triple RGB laser projector

Designed to be the industry's first DLP laser projector featuring 5,000 lumens of brightness and cutting-edge 4K UHD visuals with lifelike imagery.

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17 Feb 2026

BenQ immersive series: Golf simulators, projection mapping and more

BenQ short-throw and ultra-short-throw projectors are engineered for immersive, simulation-driven environments using BenQ Screen Fill™ technology.

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03 Feb 2026

Panasonic PT-HTQ20: Groundbreaking 20,000-lumen 4K RGB laser projector

Marking the company’s first 1-chip DLP projector to support the Rec. 2020 colour gamut, powered by the VIVID PRIME™ RGB laser light-source technology.

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20 Jan 2026

Christie Korus Series: Discover striking clarity with dazzling color

With up to 14,250 lumens, Korus Series is compact and lightweight at just 38 lbs powered by its advanced 0.8″ HEP DMD to deliver 4K UHD+ brilliance.

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22 Dec 2025

Hisense XR10: Advances laser home cinema experience

XR10 laser projection targets cinephiles with theater-scale visuals while maintaining design flexibility and premium image fidelity.

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28 May 2025

Appotronics S Pro: 4K/2K RGB laser projectors with up to 20,000 lm

4K/2K single-chip DLP HEP projectors with RGBX full-spectrum ALPD laser, up to 20,000 lumens and exceptional color accurancy for large venues.

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Browse projectors powered by DLP technology

Award winning

Experience theatrical brilliance with projectors that deliver award-winning quality.

Gaming

Unleash your skills with low-latency, high-performance projectors built for vibrant and immersive visuals.

Portable

Project anywhere, anytime, with portable DLP projectors that offer clear visuals and compact designs.

Home theater

Bring the theater experience home with big-screen projection, crisp visuals and immersive sound.

Ultra short throw

Maximize small spaces with UST projectors that deliver impressive visuals just inches away.

Education

Support learning with bright, clear projection built for classrooms and interactive teaching spaces.

Business

Make an impact with sharp, reliable visuals designed for professional environments.

Golf simulator

Elevate your game with golf simulator projectors that turn your swing into a big-screen experience.

Award winning

Experience theatrical brilliance with projectors that deliver award-winning quality.

Gaming

Unleash your skills with low-latency, high-performance projectors built for vibrant and immersive visuals.

Portable

Project anywhere, anytime, with portable DLP projectors that offer clear visuals and compact designs.

Home theater

Bring the theater experience home with big-screen projection, crisp visuals and immersive sound.

Ultra short throw

Maximize small spaces with UST projectors that deliver impressive visuals just inches away.

Education

Support learning with bright, clear projection built for classrooms and interactive teaching spaces.

Business

Make an impact with sharp, reliable visuals designed for professional environments.

Golf simulator

Elevate your game with golf simulator projectors that turn your swing into a big-screen experience.

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*Comparative images are simulated and digitally created for illustrative purposes only. Actual image quality and performance may vary depending on use conditions.

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