Just re-mounted my Optoma UHD65 after a 3 year renovation. Can't stop watching it. There's just something transcendent about watching TV on a 100" screen in your living room.
UHD65. I have that. Great projector. But, you can get 300 inches out of it. But then you need say 10 metres to project it from. At 4 metres, I was getting a 120 inch screen. But then I purchased the AWOL UST 3500 pro. Now 160 inches.
@@atomabcWould love to have a new laser tv, but unfortunately, Hollywood has been lacking quality content lately. Very disappointing, because I built a 7.2.4 Atmos system. Thinking about repurposing the projector to built a home flight simulator.
I run a 160-inch screen, it's a monster. Nobody is ever looking at my setup and saying anything but wow!!!! 4 player Mario Kart where each player has the equivalent of an 80-inch screen, is the absolute best family fun you can have!!!!!!! I do have a huge room for it though. I'd go even bigger if I hadn't run out of verticle space!!!
Living the dream man. For someone who still hasn't experienced even an 80" projection or TV I just can't imagine the wow factor. Must be better than even an actual theatre.
@@N0Xa880iUL so I have been running projection for over 20 years. I have also not really been to the cinema for that long, I love movies, big screen, big sound. You get that at the cinema, but you have to deal with the people. I'd rather be at home. And yeah, my "TV" is better than the cinema in every way 👌👌
i will say the replacement lamp cost for most of the Epson and BenQ stuff really isn't that bad. I wouldn't put that down as a deterrent for choosing a projector. JVC introduced the NP5 which is supposed to be pretty amazing and it's a lamp PJ, although those can be upwards of $600 for replacement.
I think the biggest thing that holds me back from an ultra short throw is that unlike a conventional LED, there's no easy way to rotate the screen if your viewing location is not straight ahead.
Good point never thought of that of think would be an issue but still. Them shadows if someone walks in front haha. But honestly I don't see that being an issue if so wont be consistent. It'll be a quick walk by I don't think would effect whatever watching. I think ima hold off on a UST for now
@@prtbone78 i like the shadows honestly. It's easy to quickly cover up parts of the screen when watching movies with the kids and you can point at stuff on the screen without walking to it
Actually ultra short throw projectors usually have a much better viewing angle than most TVs. I know it doesn’t work for every room but worth mentioning. 😉
@@ChrisMajestic I don't doubt it. But right now my panel is on an arm that swings out and can pivot about 80 degrees. It makes it easier to see via the couch which is off to the side from the wall. I am sure the viewing angle of the short throw would work, but it wouldn't be optimal for regular viewing. It would be like being on the "extreme" side of a movie theater near the first few rows. Maybe OK for one flick if you really want to see it. But for regular viewing, maybe not so much.
To be honest, on the first point (brightness) - I have an LG OLED in my living room as the main TV and it's just as un-useable during the day in any scene that isn't super-bright with the curtains open as my projector is, although because of reflection rather than brightness. So while it's a factor, I don't think projectors suffer all that much more now than high end TVs do.
Very good and valid points in the video. One thing that speaks in the favor of projectors in regards to big picture installations is the ease of transporting everything to your living room. If money is no concern, then sure, it’s always possible to go out and buy an expensive 100” OLED, but how are we going to get that 100” beast inside the living room to start with? Let’s say you live in an apartment that does have a more than 100” wall in the living room. Then that’s fine but how do we even get an OLED of that size into the apartment? In most cases it probably doesn’t even fit into the elevator going up to the apartment. A projector however solves that problem right away. So yes, I absolutely agree that projectors are still the king when it comes to very big sized pictures. Not only for the cost, but also for ease of installation.
Why does image quality deteriorate after changing the lamp a few times? I know that the brightness of a lamp will be reduced as the lamp ages. Is it because of dust settling on the elemets, such as the colour wheel and DMD? Or because the LCD gets bleached by the light source/lamp?
A good way to get around the ambient light issue with ultra short throw projectors is to build a rear projection setup. UST projectors solve all the previous issues with needing lots of space and mirror rigs for rear projection. You can hide the projector behind the drywall behind the screen. Dark rear projection screen material is significantly cheaper than ALR screens and works far better for daytime viewing. The downside is that UST lenses are not as clear as regular throw. So there's always some compromise.
Thanks for another great informative video Chris! 👍🏾 Projectors are not really an option for me. I don’t have the space. That said, I’m happy with my 77” C1.
These days you only need wall space and for ultra short throw projectors you need maybe 10" from the wall or less. The space argument is really no longer a factor for projectors anymore
@@TriMuXx I hear that, but the room I’m in and with the way my HT is set up, I’m happy to stick with what I’ve got. If I were able to have a dedicated HT room I’d go the projector route for sure 👍🏾
@@vibez_kru01 thankfully that’s not needed anymore as I have a projector setup in my living room and it’s not that large of a space either. I wouldn’t limit myself to “…in an HT dedicated room..” because projectors don’t need that anymore.
you didn't even touch on the #1 drawback of projectors in my book... FAN NOISE! I've got my apt super-dialed in terms of screen placement, with projector on a shelf above our heads as we sit on the couch. It would be a perfect setup if it weren't for the damn noisy fan! What's weird is, I'm on my 3rd projector now, and the fans seem to keep getting LOUDER with each new one I buy. Just set up a new projector today that I bought because it had the lowest db fan measurement of all 11 units in a comparision/shootout... and it still seems WAY too loud. Sounds like a running microwave oven 5 feet from our heads
I enjoy watching your videos even though I’m not planning to buy a projector; however, I do have a lot of 3D movies and would love to know your recommendation for an affordable quality 3D projector. If the quality and price is right I might just get one.
1. Image Quality: Projectors may not provide the same level of image quality and clarity as high-end LED or OLED TVs. The picture can appear less vibrant, especially in brightly lit rooms, and the resolution might not match the latest 4K or 8K TVs, affecting details and sharpness. 2. Space and Environment: Projectors require a dedicated space with controlled lighting conditions. Ambient light can wash out the projected image, making it necessary to have a dark room, which may not be practical for everyone. 3. Noise and Maintenance: Projectors often have cooling fans that can be noisy during operation. Additionally, they require periodic maintenance, such as changing bulbs or cleaning filters, which can be an added expense and inconvenience. 4. Room Size: Projectors are more suitable for larger rooms due to their need for a certain distance between the projector and the screen or wall. In smaller living spaces, it can be challenging to achieve the desired screen size and viewing distance. 5. Portability: If you need a display that you can easily move around, projectors may not be the best choice. They typically require ceiling or wall mounting and can be bulkier and less portable compared to a flat-screen TV, which can be mounted on a wall or placed on a stand with ease. Considering these factors can help you decide whether a projector is the right choice for your specific needs and living space.
I think a lot of people underestimate how different projections are. With a TV you are literally having an intense light beamed into your eye. A projecter simply bounces the light off a screen or wall, making it far less stressful on the eyes to view.
I just bought a cheap projector cause i didnt wanna spend 600$ on a Samsung tv at the moment... still using Dex as my media player and have a bluetooth speaker i can hook on and have better audio. Well see how it does when i get it. all the reviews looked pretty great and for the price i cant complaint
I am surprised you did not mention - HEAT. When I ran a projector in a previous system.. it was like a hair dryer blowing hot air into my space.. Not ideal at all.
The thing i like on projectors is that they are easy on the eyes.. brightness can be optimized to a level of a lcd tv with the proper projector screen. For me the only issue is the price. If you want a good one you pay at least 5k. And thats what i never would spend on a tv.
I would only go with a Short-Throw PJ, with a Throw Ratio of anywhere from 0.5:1 to 0.9:1. Not one where the TR starts at around 1.3:1 and with the zoom, goes up to almost 3.0:1. Those are useless form home use. With USTs, the disadvantages far outweigh the advantages, so I would nevr use one of those.
The biggest thing that killed projectors for me is just the cost. You can get a 65" 4k LED for $350 right now... that is insanely cheap. And the picture quality is perfect on mine, and it's bright enough to watch in the daytime. Projectors just can't compete with that unless you REALLY need a 12 foot screen
Yo compre uno 1080p a 150 dolares y a pesar que tengo televisores 4k y monitores Asus de 165hz. Para ver una serie o un juego tipo película como god of war prefiero las 120 pulgadas que me da el proyector
I just have no decent wall to mount a tv to my wall. i just want a projector in my room so i can lay in bed and watch a movie on cold dark winter nights. I live in alaska and winters are so dark so im not worried about brightness. would a budget projector work?
Mi hermano do you have a video that explains input lag and refresh rate related to video projectors and where to find or interpret those specs before buying a new projector?
bought cheap 600nits projector with 2x 5w speakers, projecting on white wall ~4m away and outside left corner blur which i can avoid by uzing zoom option Its an amazing puchase for only 130 euros and its also under 100w power draw (still more than double of my 40" tv). Amazing movie watching quality upgrade though, need to add bluetooth sound bar (projector has this option for extra bluetooth speaker) and maybe cheap gray screen for complete package which likely end up being around 200 total (projector 130, screen 30~40, soundbar 40~60). Definatly better quality viewing experience than my aging tv. all its missing control for light bulb brightness control which i might mod in later on as its too bright in night time creating hotspots on the wall.
*sigh* want to buy a TV? - Buy a TV. Want to buy a projector? Buy a projector. It's as easy as this, both have ups and downs, both will require to make compromises unless you have unlimited space/money. Sorry, I'm just a bit tired to answer the "why do you have X and not Y?" question with reasoning like "it's cheaper/thinner/brighter/bigger/smaller/and-simply-better". Understand what you need and act accordingly. Thanks for the video!
@Chris Majestic - Someone posing as you appears to be trying to scam people. I got a comment from them on your PX-1 Pro video. Just says I a winner of something. Just thought I'd try to give you a heads up.
You know what is the funniest thing about projectors? Spec and procurement wise a projector is actually sounds like a very good display for outdoor event. In practice, it's a disapointment. I thought laser printer is going to resolve this issue l but nope, still the same issue as any other LED projector. Only good thing about projector for personal use is that the display does not directly shoot light to your face.
You can’t beat the cinema immersion of a projector. I have the Hisense 100 inch tv for the day. Then drop down my 160 inch screen at night. With the Awol 3500 pro. You can’t beat the mini led brightness of the tv during the day. And 3500 lumens at night with the projector, a great experience. But have only one, tv, or projector, isn’t never going to be good. The arguments are over, when you have both. Unless they bring in 150 inch tvs that are affordable
I've had multiple chinese projectors. I do not recommend them at all, they all have broken within 2-3 months (spots on projection that cannot be fixed) . All of them I got switched for warranty, current warranty I replaced it 3 times already. I am thinking at taking this new replaced projector to an electronist to modify it in advance - replace the fans with efficient ones, and to also program the fans to keep going after I stop it, because if it remains hot the moment I stop it, it's gonna fry itself up until it cools down. A good projector that won't do that is much more expensive than the chinese ones. Overall, I cannot recommend either, unless you are planning on doing what I do and modify it's cooling system. my projector costs ~120$ and the quality is very good and it is 1080p. it's a pity they produce them to the point where you have a qualitivative projection, but it gets broken so easily. or maybe I am doing something wrong and use it too much? I sometimes use it over 5-6 hours in one sitting. Is it something I need to change to prevent it fcking up the projection? Anyone with experience that knows ?
Top reason not to buy a projector: You don't have the money for one. They are priced at least double, if not triple, of what they really should be selling for.
I was in a quandary about which to get - projector of TV. I am leaning towards Samsung Frame or an OLED TV. I am thinking image quality will be a major factor comparing it to OLED. What are your thoughts? Thank you for posting this helpful video.
@@ChrisMajestic So true 😁👌 I've had my LG hu810p over a year and after a head to head comparison to the new Epson, the LG mops the floor with it! The Epson has very poor contrast and black level compared with the 6050 & 5050, not to mention that highlights are completely blown out and bright scenes are a mess 👀
Hey Chris idk if you do headphones but I was going to buy airpod max but I want high def and good bass a good bassy headset that’s also noise canceling got any recommendations
Lol, not me and my cheap Chinese projector with LogiTech Bluetooth speakers, whit ewall and Google Chrome TV. I still think it was the best buy I made. I cannot imagine how cool it would be if I bought expensive ones.
Lamp life isnt as much issue as is writen all over internet. 95% of ppl use projector primary for movies, thats like 2 hours every few days. 2 hours a day is 5 and half year. Dunno what is avarage lamp price, but for epson 9400 its like 150euro, thats not that much for 5 years. I use mine primarily for xbox gaming, few hours a day, currently at 4034 hours and lamp is still good. Lifespan of lamp doesnt meant that it just dies after 4k hours It means lamp will lose part of its brightness, i think its like 50% at 4k hours (statistically), that means every hour of lamp use you lose tinny bit of brightness, same goes for laser and Led, but these are like 20% brightness loss at stated lifespan so in the end, led/laser will probably end up as garbage befor lamp dies. Led/laser lamps are much more expensive to replace, most of the times its cheaper to buy new projector.
Bottom line is projectors are only good for their large screens, but the picture quality will never equal or close to that of a good OLED/LED TV. For my dedicated theater I made the decision to sell my 110" Black Diamond screen and go with a 77" Sony OLED figuring if I'm putting all this effort to get great sound (7.2.4) I should put the same effort into the picture.
bad news vava they removed there forums you cant ask things about there movie projectors to many where nagging about they could not get it set up kind of funny it only take 8 mins to set up
Bottom Line: if you have little money to spend, whether you get a TV, projector, or Monitor, it’s going to suck. I can have my house fully lit, and my projector’s image is still always excellent. 4,000 lumens, 120 inch image, surround sound and all movies are better than the theater. Projectors are for game-rooms and living rooms, TV’s are for bedrooms!
I am looking at the highsense L9g 100”, i have a 7.1 onkyo sound system and a huge room with vaulted ceilings. The only thing i worry about is the 25000 hour life of the bulb, can these be replaced?
Worst thing about a pj is that i rarely use mine in summer. The house is already really warm, but i can’t use it until its like 3am because its too bright outside. I can get darkening blinds but those absorb a ton of heat so the room will heat up even more and make it uncomfortable
@P T waiting list for ac is like a year here, they cost a ton and are just terrible for the environment. Also i’d probably need it only 4 months a year
Pretty much the only thing a projector will beat a tv in is size..a regular led tv even has better colors than most projectors costing thousands and thousands..dont even compare oled to a projector..oled shits on $30k projectors..
I agree. Talking about lumens and ansi lumens is just as important. More now a days with ultra short versus traditional. The none standard way if specing out lumens rating is not good for the industry. Who cares if you need to close the curtains if you can get and ultra short in 10k ansi lumens.
I got a Wewatch V52 on Amazon for just over $100. I'm really surprised at how good it is for this price. It's actually good enough to watch a movie (in the dark of course).
I recently went down the projector rabbit hole to get set up in my medium sized apartment living room with a 110” screen. I ended up returning everything and deciding to just upgrade my 65” OLED to a new 77“. I think projectors are great if you can get your room dialed in but I made the mistake of thinking I could just buy a screen, buy a projector and call it a day. The main problem I ran into is eyestrain. The screen was probably too big for my viewing angle for starters, but the main issue was brightness; in order to get the image bright enough where I was happy with it, I had to have the projector way too bright for a pitch dark room, thus creating an uncomfortable contrast level. HDR relies on high contrast to pop, so it’s a difficult situation unless you have a very well calibrated home theater set up (dark walls, dark ceiling, correct gain screen, proper viewing distance, correct amount of ambient light, etc.) and probably a much better projector than I wanted to buy (I maxed out an an Epson 5050ub for $3k). There’s a lot you have to get right to make a set up really good. I just want to remind people of that who are maybe now where I was a month ago. A projector set up can be a very expensive way to get a worse quality image than an OLED will give you. If you really care about video quality, a good projector set up is going to take some time and money. That being said, if you get it all right, projectors are amazing! When I buy a house I’ll definitely try again with projectors. But for now, large OLED was a lot less headache for a size (and quality) upgrade in my apartment. Good luck!
Projectgors are low-rez to start with. HD or WUXGA, very few of them true UHDs, as most of them are "Faux-K" Fake-4Ks (except for JVCs, but the cost a mint). HDR is crap. With a display, TV, or PJ. Not worth bothering with. If you need to go over 100-inch screen size, you are much better off with a video wall, threre are those that are 150-inches diagonally just by attaching 2 pieces mounted onto the wall.
There is one other significant reason NOT to buy a projector not mentioned above: sensitivity to rainbow effect artifact (RBE). Most projectors intended for home use currently on the market are single-DLP. Single-DLP projectors necessarily have to use sequential color, and sequential color always produces color breakup artifact, more popularly known as RBE. Though most people are not sensitive to it, or learn how to tune out its headache-inducing effects, there will always be individuals who have very short retina persistence times they see the individual primary colors as they flash in succession, instead of having them ideally meld into a composite full-color image. RBE is determined by such factors like type of video sources being viewed, viewing conditions, and individual sensitivity. Since it is unpredictable, professional venues (like cinemas) will never ever use any single-chip projector; they exclusively use 3-chip projectors. To guarantee absolute absence of RBE, the only way is with 3-chip projectors, and the only manufacturers who exclusively make and sell 3-chip for home use are epson (3-LCD) and sony and jvc (3-LCoS). If 3-chip projectors are too expensive for you, just stick with a big TV instead of subjecting yourself to potential RBE punishment. TVs don't produce RBE.
RBE is because of Color wheel . There are 3RGB-LED projectors with 3 leds (red, green and blue ) instead of 1 led and they don't have RBE problems with 1 Dlp projectors. I had one projector like that and I can confirm there is no RBE problems . But I will never buy a laser projector or led projector again because the light source is unchangeable .
@@iris3186 But isn't LCD old and known to be bad for eyesight? What about as compared to the reasons for projectors being better since they reflect light into our eyes as compared to TVs?
Isn't LCD old and known to be bad for eyesight? What about as compared to the reasons for projectors being better since they reflect light into our eyes as compared to TVs?
@@JohnSmith-nz2yq I also have a Mitsubishi 3lcd projector with lamp bulb . My dlp projector is also from Mitsubishi. But in the future I will buy an 3lcd projector. I have compared both tech dlp and 3lcd and a think the 3lcd is better . I am not sure about epson pixel shifting tech , I thik this method is not good for the eyes . I will buy an older version from UB series but without this 4k . I will buy a 4k 3lcd projector when will be a native 4k panel from Epson .
Honorable mentions: - Fan noise - Different projectors can have different quirks that you won’t find on any TV such as re-syncing every time the input signal changes in any way. (Up to 5secs. And sometimes doesn’t sync the first time.) - DLP projectors can be a space heater. - Will possibly need an expensive fiber optic hdmi cable for high-quality at long runs. - Remote control is typically horrible. - when listening to music if you want to make any adjustments to the sound via on screen display of an AV receiver you have to turn your projector on which adds fan noise and uses lamp life And you cannot turn projectors on and off quickly.
@P T I wasn’t necessarily saying that I have these problems, i’m on my fourth projector and these are just issues that can come up. Just things to consider.
one issue I ran ito with one projector I had a few years ag was the Fan blew out the heat from the front of the unit.. if I flipped the projector upside down and hung it from a mount then the heat from the fan got in front of the lense.. the result was when the A/C kicked on with a ceiling vent near you got the "heat waves" effect on the screen from the mix of hot and cold air near the lense...
@@whitegoodman7465 i just assumed all projectors had a zoom feature to increase/decrease screen size so i now have the pleasure of spending 3 hours of pure OCD positioning the projector every time i rearrange the living room because i refuse to buy a decent mount
Great video Chris. I started with an $85 Amazon deal projector for the deck. My wife liked it so much we upgraded to a little better projector and a better screen and installed it in our office/library. Last year upgraded to Epson Home Cinema 4010 with new 100 inch screen. Just installed Samsung HW-Q930B 9.1.4 soundbar. Nothing like having a real theater experience in a comfy chair with some freshly popped popcorn.
Chris, I recently bought the BenQ TK 700 STi to retire my old projector, Epson 2045, and I'm loving the BenQ projector. I watched all your review videos to decide which projector to buy and ended up opting for BenQ. I'm using it to play with my Xbox Series X and it's a spectacular projector for gaming. Thanks a lot for your videos man!!!
@@WanderRochaGomes thank you yeah I know what you mean . i dont play elden ring but other games. I just dunno if there should be any time restrictions for projectors becaue of the persistent high heat that comes from long usage.
Sorry to say, but projectors in reality have gone backwards...the reason for this is YES, they may have 4k resolution these days, but the fact they don't have great lenses and good NATIVE CONTRAST, means that if you have a premium 1080p model, then don't bother upgrading...I have auditioned plenty of 4k models, and am yet to be wowed by any of them...don't be fooled by marketing hype people
These days new TVs hardly last for 4-5 years even the higher end models not even close to 10 years let alone 15+ years. After 4-5 years of normal usage usual faults like led dimming issues, screen Burns, lighting leeks etc. So given that fact, I would not let that be a deciding factor for choosing a projector
Just re-mounted my Optoma UHD65 after a 3 year renovation. Can't stop watching it. There's just something transcendent about watching TV on a 100" screen in your living room.
Wow so for 3 years you didn’t use it at all?
UHD65. I have that. Great projector. But, you can get 300 inches out of it. But then you need say 10 metres to project it from. At 4 metres, I was getting a 120 inch screen. But then I purchased the AWOL UST 3500 pro. Now 160 inches.
@@atomabcWould love to have a new laser tv, but unfortunately, Hollywood has been lacking quality content lately. Very disappointing, because I built a 7.2.4 Atmos system. Thinking about repurposing the projector to built a home flight simulator.
Flight simulator would be great. The image 4K quality is great with the Optoma. Quality bit of kit
I run a 160-inch screen, it's a monster. Nobody is ever looking at my setup and saying anything but wow!!!! 4 player Mario Kart where each player has the equivalent of an 80-inch screen, is the absolute best family fun you can have!!!!!!! I do have a huge room for it though. I'd go even bigger if I hadn't run out of verticle space!!!
Living the dream man. For someone who still hasn't experienced even an 80" projection or TV I just can't imagine the wow factor. Must be better than even an actual theatre.
@@N0Xa880iUL so I have been running projection for over 20 years. I have also not really been to the cinema for that long, I love movies, big screen, big sound. You get that at the cinema, but you have to deal with the people. I'd rather be at home. And yeah, my "TV" is better than the cinema in every way 👌👌
@@CunnazZ Wow, if your TV experience is better than theatre then you must have audio to match. Which TV do you have btw?
@@N0Xa880iUL sorry, I refer to my projector screen as my "TV". I don't actually own a normal TV and haven't watch normal "TV" for more than 15 years.
@@CunnazZ Gotcha. Awesome. I thought you had a massive TV in addition to a 160inch projector setup.
Just bought a cheap projector and chomecast and a block out blind for my bedroom. I am never leaving my bed room... ever
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Yes what this guy said
What projector?
For ever ever!!
Went through a projector phase for about 2 years, then I got tired of the darkness so I needed an LG C1 Oled to help convert back to TVs
i will say the replacement lamp cost for most of the Epson and BenQ stuff really isn't that bad. I wouldn't put that down as a deterrent for choosing a projector. JVC introduced the NP5 which is supposed to be pretty amazing and it's a lamp PJ, although those can be upwards of $600 for replacement.
600 DOLLARS? For an inefficient, heat-generating,. limited lifespan UHP lamp? In the year 2023? Please tell us you were joking. Plueeese.
I think the biggest thing that holds me back from an ultra short throw is that unlike a conventional LED, there's no easy way to rotate the screen if your viewing location is not straight ahead.
Good point never thought of that of think would be an issue but still. Them shadows if someone walks in front haha. But honestly I don't see that being an issue if so wont be consistent. It'll be a quick walk by I don't think would effect whatever watching. I think ima hold off on a UST for now
@@prtbone78 i like the shadows honestly. It's easy to quickly cover up parts of the screen when watching movies with the kids and you can point at stuff on the screen without walking to it
@johnmartin4172 smart man I didnt think of that. Reason I don't watch movies like that. It's the sound that gets me.
Actually ultra short throw projectors usually have a much better viewing angle than most TVs. I know it doesn’t work for every room but worth mentioning. 😉
@@ChrisMajestic I don't doubt it. But right now my panel is on an arm that swings out and can pivot about 80 degrees. It makes it easier to see via the couch which is off to the side from the wall. I am sure the viewing angle of the short throw would work, but it wouldn't be optimal for regular viewing. It would be like being on the "extreme" side of a movie theater near the first few rows. Maybe OK for one flick if you really want to see it. But for regular viewing, maybe not so much.
mic quality and video is terrible for that webcam. ur better off using a go pro
To be honest, on the first point (brightness) - I have an LG OLED in my living room as the main TV and it's just as un-useable during the day in any scene that isn't super-bright with the curtains open as my projector is, although because of reflection rather than brightness. So while it's a factor, I don't think projectors suffer all that much more now than high end TVs do.
Very good and valid points in the video. One thing that speaks in the favor of projectors in regards to big picture installations is the ease of transporting everything to your living room. If money is no concern, then sure, it’s always possible to go out and buy an expensive 100” OLED, but how are we going to get that 100” beast inside the living room to start with? Let’s say you live in an apartment that does have a more than 100” wall in the living room. Then that’s fine but how do we even get an OLED of that size into the apartment? In most cases it probably doesn’t even fit into the elevator going up to the apartment.
A projector however solves that problem right away.
So yes, I absolutely agree that projectors are still the king when it comes to very big sized pictures. Not only for the cost, but also for ease of installation.
Why does image quality deteriorate after changing the lamp a few times? I know that the brightness of a lamp will be reduced as the lamp ages.
Is it because of dust settling on the elemets, such as the colour wheel and DMD? Or because the LCD gets bleached by the light source/lamp?
I purchased the BenQ HT3550 2 years ago thanks to your recommendation with a 135" screen and we LOVE it.
A good way to get around the ambient light issue with ultra short throw projectors is to build a rear projection setup.
UST projectors solve all the previous issues with needing lots of space and mirror rigs for rear projection. You can hide the projector behind the drywall behind the screen.
Dark rear projection screen material is significantly cheaper than ALR screens and works far better for daytime viewing.
The downside is that UST lenses are not as clear as regular throw. So there's always some compromise.
Thanks for another great informative video Chris! 👍🏾
Projectors are not really an option for me. I don’t have the space. That said, I’m happy with my 77” C1.
These days you only need wall space and for ultra short throw projectors you need maybe 10" from the wall or less. The space argument is really no longer a factor for projectors anymore
@@TriMuXx I hear that, but the room I’m in and with the way my HT is set up, I’m happy to stick with what I’ve got.
If I were able to have a dedicated HT room I’d go the projector route for sure 👍🏾
@@vibez_kru01 thankfully that’s not needed anymore as I have a projector setup in my living room and it’s not that large of a space either. I wouldn’t limit myself to “…in an HT dedicated room..” because projectors don’t need that anymore.
you didn't even touch on the #1 drawback of projectors in my book... FAN NOISE! I've got my apt super-dialed in terms of screen placement, with projector on a shelf above our heads as we sit on the couch. It would be a perfect setup if it weren't for the damn noisy fan! What's weird is, I'm on my 3rd projector now, and the fans seem to keep getting LOUDER with each new one I buy. Just set up a new projector today that I bought because it had the lowest db fan measurement of all 11 units in a comparision/shootout... and it still seems WAY too loud. Sounds like a running microwave oven 5 feet from our heads
I enjoy watching your videos even though I’m not planning to buy a projector; however, I do have a lot of 3D movies and would love to know your recommendation for an affordable quality 3D projector. If the quality and price is right I might just get one.
What’s a good projector for a outdoor movie night ?
I want to know that too
Image quality can go down due to multiple bulb replacements? Please expand.
1. Image Quality: Projectors may not provide the same level of image quality and clarity as high-end LED or OLED TVs. The picture can appear less vibrant, especially in brightly lit rooms, and the resolution might not match the latest 4K or 8K TVs, affecting details and sharpness.
2. Space and Environment: Projectors require a dedicated space with controlled lighting conditions. Ambient light can wash out the projected image, making it necessary to have a dark room, which may not be practical for everyone.
3. Noise and Maintenance: Projectors often have cooling fans that can be noisy during operation. Additionally, they require periodic maintenance, such as changing bulbs or cleaning filters, which can be an added expense and inconvenience.
4. Room Size: Projectors are more suitable for larger rooms due to their need for a certain distance between the projector and the screen or wall. In smaller living spaces, it can be challenging to achieve the desired screen size and viewing distance.
5. Portability: If you need a display that you can easily move around, projectors may not be the best choice. They typically require ceiling or wall mounting and can be bulkier and less portable compared to a flat-screen TV, which can be mounted on a wall or placed on a stand with ease.
Considering these factors can help you decide whether a projector is the right choice for your specific needs and living space.
I think a lot of people underestimate how different projections are. With a TV you are literally having an intense light beamed into your eye. A projecter simply bounces the light off a screen or wall, making it far less stressful on the eyes to view.
Ill only buy a LED or laser projector, replacing bulbs every year is a RIPOFF. Whats the best LED projector under a 1000 Chris Majestic ?
I just bought a cheap projector cause i didnt wanna spend 600$ on a Samsung tv at the moment... still using Dex as my media player and have a bluetooth speaker i can hook on and have better audio. Well see how it does when i get it. all the reviews looked pretty great and for the price i cant complaint
I am surprised you did not mention - HEAT. When I ran a projector in a previous system.. it was like a hair dryer blowing hot air into my space.. Not ideal at all.
The thing i like on projectors is that they are easy on the eyes.. brightness can be optimized to a level of a lcd tv with the proper projector screen. For me the only issue is the price. If you want a good one you pay at least 5k. And thats what i never would spend on a tv.
This, I have it on my living room and it's so relaxing to watch specially if you are on your laptop all day. best purchase of my life maybe.
Fantastic overview and very helpful - thanks!
I would only go with a Short-Throw PJ, with a Throw Ratio of anywhere from 0.5:1 to 0.9:1. Not one where the TR starts at around 1.3:1 and with the zoom, goes up to almost 3.0:1. Those are useless form home use. With USTs, the disadvantages far outweigh the advantages, so I would nevr use one of those.
The biggest thing that killed projectors for me is just the cost. You can get a 65" 4k LED for $350 right now... that is insanely cheap. And the picture quality is perfect on mine, and it's bright enough to watch in the daytime. Projectors just can't compete with that unless you REALLY need a 12 foot screen
Hi Chris, Can you make a video about the best portable/mini projectors please? There are so many options and I have no idea what to go with. :)
Me, too! I have been scrolling on Amazon looking for one
Yo compre uno 1080p a 150 dolares y a pesar que tengo televisores 4k y monitores Asus de 165hz. Para ver una serie o un juego tipo película como god of war prefiero las 120 pulgadas que me da el proyector
Thank you so much. You just saved me a lot of money.
Thank you Chris. Very informative video. 👍👍👍
This was very informative - thank you.
I just have no decent wall to mount a tv to my wall. i just want a projector in my room so i can lay in bed and watch a movie on cold dark winter nights. I live in alaska and winters are so dark so im not worried about brightness. would a budget projector work?
Mi hermano do you have a video that explains input lag and refresh rate related to video projectors and where to find or interpret those specs before buying a new projector?
bought cheap 600nits projector with 2x 5w speakers, projecting on white wall ~4m away and outside left corner blur which i can avoid by uzing zoom option
Its an amazing puchase for only 130 euros and its also under 100w power draw (still more than double of my 40" tv).
Amazing movie watching quality upgrade though, need to add bluetooth sound bar (projector has this option for extra bluetooth speaker) and maybe cheap gray screen for complete package which likely end up being around 200 total (projector 130, screen 30~40, soundbar 40~60). Definatly better quality viewing experience than my aging tv.
all its missing control for light bulb brightness control which i might mod in later on as its too bright in night time creating hotspots on the wall.
Very well explained sir. Already liked and I hope you have a nice day
Very good review. Quick learning. Thx
*sigh* want to buy a TV? - Buy a TV. Want to buy a projector? Buy a projector. It's as easy as this, both have ups and downs, both will require to make compromises unless you have unlimited space/money.
Sorry, I'm just a bit tired to answer the "why do you have X and not Y?" question with reasoning like "it's cheaper/thinner/brighter/bigger/smaller/and-simply-better". Understand what you need and act accordingly.
Thanks for the video!
@Chris Majestic - Someone posing as you appears to be trying to scam people. I got a comment from them on your PX-1 Pro video. Just says I a winner of something. Just thought I'd try to give you a heads up.
Hey men hru can u do a video of the projector u showen in ur last video the formovie video projector
Bro, Love your channel 👍🏾🙌🏾👊🏾 Question, what do you think about the XGIMI 4K Projector?? 🤔 And would it be possible to do a review? 🙏🏾
You know what is the funniest thing about projectors? Spec and procurement wise a projector is actually sounds like a very good display for outdoor event. In practice, it's a disapointment. I thought laser printer is going to resolve this issue l but nope, still the same issue as any other LED projector.
Only good thing about projector for personal use is that the display does not directly shoot light to your face.
Thank you for the video! But... 10 hours of TV A DAY?! What the heck?! Even 5 hours a day is still sounding crazy to me.
You can’t beat the cinema immersion of a projector. I have the Hisense 100 inch tv for the day. Then drop down my 160 inch screen at night. With the Awol 3500 pro. You can’t beat the mini led brightness of the tv during the day. And 3500 lumens at night with the projector, a great experience. But have only one, tv, or projector, isn’t never going to be good. The arguments are over, when you have both. Unless they bring in 150 inch tvs that are affordable
Me personally I'd rather have a big of a TV I can afford and fit in my space. I'm not that keen on projectors.
I've had multiple chinese projectors. I do not recommend them at all, they all have broken within 2-3 months (spots on projection that cannot be fixed) . All of them I got switched for warranty, current warranty I replaced it 3 times already. I am thinking at taking this new replaced projector to an electronist to modify it in advance - replace the fans with efficient ones, and to also program the fans to keep going after I stop it, because if it remains hot the moment I stop it, it's gonna fry itself up until it cools down. A good projector that won't do that is much more expensive than the chinese ones. Overall, I cannot recommend either, unless you are planning on doing what I do and modify it's cooling system. my projector costs ~120$ and the quality is very good and it is 1080p. it's a pity they produce them to the point where you have a qualitivative projection, but it gets broken so easily. or maybe I am doing something wrong and use it too much? I sometimes use it over 5-6 hours in one sitting. Is it something I need to change to prevent it fcking up the projection? Anyone with experience that knows ?
Is the Samsung LSP7T worth it now for $1388?
Top reason not to buy a projector: You don't have the money for one. They are priced at least double, if not triple, of what they really should be selling for.
did you telegram me about a iPhone 13 pro
I was in a quandary about which to get - projector of TV. I am leaning towards Samsung Frame or an OLED TV. I am thinking image quality will be a major factor comparing it to OLED. What are your thoughts? Thank you for posting this helpful video.
OLED, for sure. Or else a Micro-LED video wall.
See you are still giving some love to the LG hu810p laser projector!
You snuck in several shots for it 👍😎
It just looks so good on camera 😄
@@ChrisMajestic So true 😁👌
I've had my LG hu810p over a year and after a head to head comparison to the new Epson, the LG mops the floor with it!
The Epson has very poor contrast and black level compared with the 6050 & 5050, not to mention that highlights are completely blown out and bright scenes are a mess 👀
What about fan noise?
Most lamps nowadays are well over 5000 hours. By the time they go you're ready to update.
I like your content
Hi, which screen size do you have in your home theatre? It looks bigger as in the living room in the video. How many inch is that? thanks.
135 inches
Hey Chris idk if you do headphones but I was going to buy airpod max but I want high def and good bass a good bassy headset that’s also noise canceling got any recommendations
Damn I'll have to buy some curtains or even close blinders to watch on 120 inch screen...well hell with that then.
Lol, not me and my cheap Chinese projector with LogiTech Bluetooth speakers, whit ewall and Google Chrome TV. I still think it was the best buy I made. I cannot imagine how cool it would be if I bought expensive ones.
Lamp life isnt as much issue as is writen all over internet. 95% of ppl use projector primary for movies, thats like 2 hours every few days. 2 hours a day is 5 and half year. Dunno what is avarage lamp price, but for epson 9400 its like 150euro, thats not that much for 5 years.
I use mine primarily for xbox gaming, few hours a day, currently at 4034 hours and lamp is still good.
Lifespan of lamp doesnt meant that it just dies after 4k hours It means lamp will lose part of its brightness, i think its like 50% at 4k hours (statistically), that means every hour of lamp use you lose tinny bit of brightness, same goes for laser and Led, but these are like 20% brightness loss at stated lifespan so in the end, led/laser will probably end up as garbage befor lamp dies.
Led/laser lamps are much more expensive to replace, most of the times its cheaper to buy new projector.
Bottom line is projectors are only good for their large screens, but the picture quality will never equal or close to that of a good OLED/LED TV. For my dedicated theater I made the decision to sell my 110" Black Diamond screen and go with a 77" Sony OLED figuring if I'm putting all this effort to get great sound (7.2.4) I should put the same effort into the picture.
Just watched your gaming projector video 😅
Okay Chris. Then find me a way to do projection mapping WITHOUT the projector if you say so
Well looks like I'ma wait another 10y to find projectors better then today's tvs
20 years on a modern tv? rofl gl if any modern tech not break down in 10 years or less..
You hate everything it's seems anyway
bad news vava they removed there forums
you cant ask things about there movie projectors to many where nagging about they could not get it set up
kind of funny it only take 8 mins to set up
Bottom Line: if you have little money to spend, whether you get a TV, projector, or Monitor, it’s going to suck. I can have my house fully lit, and my projector’s image is still always excellent. 4,000 lumens, 120 inch image, surround sound and all movies are better than the theater. Projectors are for game-rooms and living rooms, TV’s are for bedrooms!
what's the name of your projector?
Jump to @1:49.
I am looking at the highsense L9g 100”, i have a 7.1 onkyo sound system and a huge room with vaulted ceilings. The only thing i worry about is the 25000 hour life of the bulb, can these be replaced?
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helllllllppppppp@@@!@!!!!i bought a rca home theatre projector i cant figure out to save my life
Btw guys like everybody says, DONT contact any of the whatsapp and so forth commenters. its not the creator!
Ive found the biggest drawback to a projector is the damn noise of the fans.
not to mention, projectors are a big project to take on. on. n on.. n on...
Projectors are more for hobbyist in my opinion. Not for your daily tv.
TVs last 2 years now…
Mike doesn't pick up that well.
1 reason they make a 100 inch tv..
Worst thing about a pj is that i rarely use mine in summer. The house is already really warm, but i can’t use it until its like 3am because its too bright outside. I can get darkening blinds but those absorb a ton of heat so the room will heat up even more and make it uncomfortable
@P T waiting list for ac is like a year here, they cost a ton and are just terrible for the environment. Also i’d probably need it only 4 months a year
Apeman lc650
Ur welcome
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What 120in srceen would you use for, Optoma Cinemax P2 projector?
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A 2 min add for a video under 10 mins ffs.
Just buy a TV, folks
my epson works percfecto iTs an older one 3d 100 inch but bulb that sux
My two biggest things that i want in a tv: brightness and (true) blacks. Makes the biggest difference for me and projectors struggle too much.
Pretty much the only thing a projector will beat a tv in is size..a regular led tv even has better colors than most projectors costing thousands and thousands..dont even compare oled to a projector..oled shits on $30k projectors..
I never watched a movie on a tv in daylight, it's just lame)))
I’d love to see an updated video on the best projectors in each budget. Maybe start at under $500 and go up in increments of the same. 🤙
He's done multiple videos like this before.
@@horacegeorge1754 Exactly why I asked. Updated being the key word.
I agree. Talking about lumens and ansi lumens is just as important. More now a days with ultra short versus traditional. The none standard way if specing out lumens rating is not good for the industry. Who cares if you need to close the curtains if you can get and ultra short in 10k ansi lumens.
I got a Wewatch V52 on Amazon for just over $100. I'm really surprised at how good it is for this price. It's actually good enough to watch a movie (in the dark of course).
I recently went down the projector rabbit hole to get set up in my medium sized apartment living room with a 110” screen. I ended up returning everything and deciding to just upgrade my 65” OLED to a new 77“. I think projectors are great if you can get your room dialed in but I made the mistake of thinking I could just buy a screen, buy a projector and call it a day. The main problem I ran into is eyestrain. The screen was probably too big for my viewing angle for starters, but the main issue was brightness; in order to get the image bright enough where I was happy with it, I had to have the projector way too bright for a pitch dark room, thus creating an uncomfortable contrast level. HDR relies on high contrast to pop, so it’s a difficult situation unless you have a very well calibrated home theater set up (dark walls, dark ceiling, correct gain screen, proper viewing distance, correct amount of ambient light, etc.) and probably a much better projector than I wanted to buy (I maxed out an an Epson 5050ub for $3k). There’s a lot you have to get right to make a set up really good. I just want to remind people of that who are maybe now where I was a month ago. A projector set up can be a very expensive way to get a worse quality image than an OLED will give you. If you really care about video quality, a good projector set up is going to take some time and money. That being said, if you get it all right, projectors are amazing! When I buy a house I’ll definitely try again with projectors. But for now, large OLED was a lot less headache for a size (and quality) upgrade in my apartment. Good luck!
Very informative Colin. Thank you!
Thank you for this!
After you use the acronym "OLED" -- there is precious little need to talk about any projector further.
Projectgors are low-rez to start with. HD or WUXGA, very few of them true UHDs, as most of them are "Faux-K" Fake-4Ks (except for JVCs, but the cost a mint). HDR is crap. With a display, TV, or PJ. Not worth bothering with. If you need to go over 100-inch screen size, you are much better off with a video wall, threre are those that are 150-inches diagonally just by attaching 2 pieces mounted onto the wall.
I have a 40-something inch 10:9 CRT that is perfect in terms of quality. I hate that they just quit making these @pt265
There is one other significant reason NOT to buy a projector not mentioned above: sensitivity to rainbow effect artifact (RBE). Most projectors intended for home use currently on the market are single-DLP. Single-DLP projectors necessarily have to use sequential color, and sequential color always produces color breakup artifact, more popularly known as RBE. Though most people are not sensitive to it, or learn how to tune out its headache-inducing effects, there will always be individuals who have very short retina persistence times they see the individual primary colors as they flash in succession, instead of having them ideally meld into a composite full-color image. RBE is determined by such factors like type of video sources being viewed, viewing conditions, and individual sensitivity. Since it is unpredictable, professional venues (like cinemas) will never ever use any single-chip projector; they exclusively use 3-chip projectors. To guarantee absolute absence of RBE, the only way is with 3-chip projectors, and the only manufacturers who exclusively make and sell 3-chip for home use are epson (3-LCD) and sony and jvc (3-LCoS). If 3-chip projectors are too expensive for you, just stick with a big TV instead of subjecting yourself to potential RBE punishment. TVs don't produce RBE.
Say that again..
RBE is because of Color wheel . There are 3RGB-LED projectors with 3 leds (red, green and blue ) instead of 1 led and they don't have RBE problems with 1 Dlp projectors. I had one projector like that and I can confirm there is no RBE problems . But I will never buy a laser projector or led projector again because the light source is unchangeable .
@@iris3186 But isn't LCD old and known to be bad for eyesight? What about as compared to the reasons for projectors being better since they reflect light into our eyes as compared to TVs?
Isn't LCD old and known to be bad for eyesight? What about as compared to the reasons for projectors being better since they reflect light into our eyes as compared to TVs?
@@JohnSmith-nz2yq I also have a Mitsubishi 3lcd projector with lamp bulb . My dlp projector is also from Mitsubishi. But in the future I will buy an 3lcd projector. I have compared both tech dlp and 3lcd and a think the 3lcd is better . I am not sure about epson pixel shifting tech , I thik this method is not good for the eyes . I will buy an older version from UB series but without this 4k . I will buy a 4k 3lcd projector when will be a native 4k panel from Epson .
Honorable mentions:
- Fan noise
- Different projectors can have different quirks that you won’t find on any TV such as re-syncing every time the input signal changes in any way. (Up to 5secs. And sometimes doesn’t sync the first time.)
- DLP projectors can be a space heater.
- Will possibly need an expensive fiber optic hdmi cable for high-quality at long runs.
- Remote control is typically horrible.
- when listening to music if you want to make any adjustments to the sound via on screen display of an AV receiver you have to turn your projector on which adds fan noise and uses lamp life And you cannot turn projectors on and off quickly.
Good list that many first time projector owners are surprised about
@P T I wasn’t necessarily saying that I have these problems, i’m on my fourth projector and these are just issues that can come up. Just things to consider.
one issue I ran ito with one projector I had a few years ag was the Fan blew out the heat from the front of the unit.. if I flipped the projector upside down and hung it from a mount then the heat from the fan got in front of the lense.. the result was when the A/C kicked on with a ceiling vent near you got the "heat waves" effect on the screen from the mix of hot and cold air near the lense...
@@whitegoodman7465 i just assumed all projectors had a zoom feature to increase/decrease screen size so i now have the pleasure of spending 3 hours of pure OCD positioning the projector every time i rearrange the living room because i refuse to buy a decent mount
Same kind of quirks with OLED/LCD/Plasma/CRT TVs, nothing is ideal. I think this discussion is pointless.
Great video Chris. I started with an $85 Amazon deal projector for the deck. My wife liked it so much we upgraded to a little better projector and a better screen and installed it in our office/library. Last year upgraded to Epson Home Cinema 4010 with new 100 inch screen. Just installed Samsung HW-Q930B 9.1.4 soundbar. Nothing like having a real theater experience in a comfy chair with some freshly popped popcorn.
Gonna have to start upgrading your sound too!!
Sorry Chris couldn't get back to you, Thanks for selecting me.
You are getting your Dolby Atmos immersive theater sound experience -- from a frigging SOUNDBAR?
Please review the “formovie theatre” ultra short throw projector!! Your reviews are always the best!!
Chris, I recently bought the BenQ TK 700 STi to retire my old projector, Epson 2045, and I'm loving the BenQ projector. I watched all your review videos to decide which projector to buy and ended up opting for BenQ. I'm using it to play with my Xbox Series X and it's a spectacular projector for gaming. Thanks a lot for your videos man!!!
hey man, how much time do you use it in one sitting ? Do you go like 5-6-7 hours?
@@RaduP3 4-5 hours in one sitting! I'm loving the projector. I just finished Elden Ring with more than 140h of gameplay using this projector.
@@WanderRochaGomes thank you yeah I know what you mean . i dont play elden ring but other games. I just dunno if there should be any time restrictions for projectors becaue of the persistent high heat that comes from long usage.
15 years is way above the average expected life of a TV nowadays. Modern TVs are generally expected to last 4-10 years depending on amount of use.
Sorry to say, but projectors in reality have gone backwards...the reason for this is YES, they may have 4k resolution these days, but the fact they don't have great lenses and good NATIVE CONTRAST, means that if you have a premium 1080p model, then don't bother upgrading...I have auditioned plenty of 4k models, and am yet to be wowed by any of them...don't be fooled by marketing hype people
Just do what I did, I bought 35 projectors so I won't have to worry about one wearing out 🤣💯. And yes I really did.
I only want a few for holiday digital decorations.. I just need more research
These days new TVs hardly last for 4-5 years even the higher end models not even close to 10 years let alone 15+ years. After 4-5 years of normal usage usual faults like led dimming issues, screen Burns, lighting leeks etc. So given that fact, I would not let that be a deciding factor for choosing a projector