Hisense C2 Ultra 4K RGB Laser Mini Projector Review

The Hisense C2 Ultra is a RGB laser, 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160p) smart mini projector featuring a Texas Instruments 0.47” DLP DMD (Digital Micromirror Device). It boasts a manufacturer-rated brightness of 3,000 ANSI lumens and a dynamic contrast ratio of 2,000,000:1, showcasing both deep shadows and bright highlights. Allowing you to experience vibrant, detailed images for a premium viewing experience. The projector features a built-in gimbal that allows both horizontal and vertical pan and tilt.

Its RGB laser light source allows the C2 Ultra to display vibrant colors covering up to 110% BT.2020 color space. The C2 Ultra combines a state-of-the-art super-bright light source and an innovative 1.2X optical zoom lens that can project an image up to 300 inches on practically any surface, transforming any space into a private home theater. The C2 Ultra’s AI upscaling ensures that all your content looks as good as possible when upscaled to 4K, even from lower-resolution formats like DVD.

The Hisense C2 Ultra is a smart projector featuring VIDDA smart operating system, which provides a curated app experience and supports major streaming apps like Netflix, HBO Max, and more. The C2 Ultra also features an array of smart setup modes that use a 3D TOF (Time-of-Flight) camera, allowing the projector to automatically adjust the square of the projected image to compensate for horizontal and vertical movement, autofocus, and smart object avoidance. Intelligent wall color adaptation and auto eye protection are also supported.

The C2 Ultra is an all-around entertainment powerhouse that aims to deliver an immersive 4K UHD gaming experience and top-notch home entertainment. The C2 Ultra is one of only a few projectors to feature Microsoft’s “Designed for Xbox” certification. The C2Ultra features a lightning-fast 4.6 ms input lag at 1080p/240Hz and natively supports 4K 60Hz.

Designed for Xbox designation indicates that the C2 Ultra Ultra will also recognize, accept, and display Xbox 1440p games (displayed at 1080p). To add to the projector’s gaming prowess, the C2 Ultra also supports ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), automatically detecting when a gaming console or PC is connected and switching to the C2 Ultra’s lowest-latency GAME mode.

The C2 Ultra features a JBL 2.1-channel sound system, a gimbal base with a built-in woofer that supports both Dolby Atmos and DTS: X, and is designed to deliver sound as dynamic as the on-screen action.

The Hisense C2 Ultra is a high dynamic range powerhouse that fully supports all HDR-encoded content, including Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10-, and HLG-mastered movies and shows with powerful HDR tone mapping. The C2 Ultra also fully supports IMAX Enhanced content and Dolby Vision, all at an MSRP of $2,499, but it’s often selling for far less.

Let’s take a closer look at the Hisense C2 Ultra’s features and performance.

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Posted on November 30, 2025 by Philip Boyle
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