Epson PowerLite L790U

Epson PowerLite L790U white laser projector seen head-on, black lens housing with EPSON logo and vented left side
BrandEpson · PowerLite
TypeBusiness
ReleasedMay 2025
ResolutionWUXGA
Imaging technology3LCD
Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
Brightness7,300 lm ISO
Throw ratio1.35–2.2:1

A compact 3LCD laser projector for classrooms, meeting rooms and lecture halls. It has three 1920 x 1200 panels, is rated 7,300 lumens in both white and color brightness, and has a 1.6x manual zoom with wide lens shift. It has two HDMI inputs, HDMI out, HDBaseT, built-in Wi-Fi 6/6E with AirPlay 2 and Miracast, and a 30,000-hour Extended mode.

Data sheet

Picture

White light output7,300 lm ISO
Epson footnote: varies with usage conditions
Colour light output7,300 lm
IDMS 15.4 per the maker footnote
Brightness uniformity88%
Imaging technology3LCD
Chip / panel diagonal0.67 in
Native resolutionWUXGA (1920 × 1200)
Native aspect16:10Derived
Dynamic contrastOver 5,000,000:1
Colour bit depth (per channel)10 bit

Light source

Light sourceLaser (phosphor)
Light-source life20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco
Life defined as50% brightness
Light output controlContinuous
Constant brightness modeYes

Optics

Throw ratio1.35–2.2:10 m5 m10 m15 m60″80″100″120″150″200″250″300″100″ · 2.91–4.74 m
Image size50–500 in
ZoomOptical
Zoom ratio1.63×Derived
Focal length20–31.8 mm
Aperture (f-number)1.5–1.7
FocusManual
Vertical lens shift±50%
Horizontal lens shift±20%
Motorised lens shiftNo
Vertical keystone30°
Horizontal keystone30°
Interchangeable lensNo

Inputs & control

HDMI inputs2 × HDMI (HDCP 2.3)
Other video inputsHDBaseT
USB media playbackYes
Control portsRS-232
Control-system driversControl4, Crestron, AMX

Smart platform

Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
EthernetYes
CastingAirPlay 2, Miracast

Audio

Speaker power10 W
Speakers1
LayoutMono
Audio outputs3.5 mm
HDMI audio returnNoneDerived

Physical & installation

Dimensions (W × D × H)440 × 304 × 122 mm
Weight8,664 g
ColoursWhite
OrientationsTable, Ceiling, Rear
Ceiling mount4 × M4, screws ≤ 9 mm, 100 × 100 mm spacing
Dust filterReplaceable

Environment & power

Operating temperature0–45°C
Operating humidity20–80%RH
Altitude3,048 m
Power drawNormal 415 W · Eco 305 W
Standby0.3 W
Networked standby2.4 W
Mains input100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
Fan noiseNormal 34 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A)

Safety & support

Laser classClass 1
Risk groupRG2
FDA laser noticeNotice 57
MarksFCC
Warranty🇺🇸 US 3 yr · 🇨🇦 CA 3 yr
User manualdownload2.ebz.epson.net
Spare partsAir filter V13H134AF0 · Mount V12H809001 · Mount V12H808001

In the box

In the boxPower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide

Reviews

Videos

Epson PowerLite L790U Review (2026) | 7300 Lumens WUXGA Laser Projector Worth It? · Tech Genius

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Other

Tools

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Variants & identifiers

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VariantRegionTypeCode
White, US🇺🇸 USUPC010343989047
MPNV11HB28020

Sources

Also known as

EB-L790UAll regionsRegional model
PowerLite L790U 7,300-Lumen WUXGA 3LCD Laser ProjectorAll regionsMarketing name