Top 5 Gaming Projectors - Choosing The Best Gaming Projector
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- Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
- With so many projector carrying the label of gaming projector this video covers everything you need to know about gaming on a projector. This includes things like input lag, refresh rate, brightness, contrast, and most important we discuss the benefits over a TV.
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0:00 Introduction
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I’ve been a projector gamer now for about 15 years at least. I find it disheartening that they’ve fallen so far behind TV these past few years. The fact that they’re still shipping projectors in 2022 with HDMI 2.0 and not 2.1 is mind boggling.
Not that surprising in the end its still a smaller market then the Monitors and TV's. And seeing gaming monitors are usually marketed for E-sports type of titles. Not sure you want projectors in that segment outside for spectators.
TV's are usually more for the console gamers.
If I were to game on a Projector I would want to play a story driven game that has impressive visuals, Ghost of Tsushima, Horizon Forbidden West, Cyberpunk, Last Tomb Raider, Guardians of the Galaxy, Uncharted 4 and Control.
I'd probably avoid most fast paced games seeing a to big a screen makes you scan more as well across the image you'll lose time.
Racing games might be an exception though. And probably avoid multiplayer games entirely even the casual ones that would probably burn up the lamp to quickly and to much Idle time. But thats more of a pragmatic mindset, might try it to see what it looks like but that would be it.
I think, the Future is...Laser Projector...but it's still to expensive, to much input lag and u need extra screen that costs half the price of the projector...
That's why almost nobody want's a projector, so people buying 4k 75 inch tv instead with lower input lag and 120Hz...
Any recommendations for either a tv or projector in a dedicated windowless game room? It will be used for gaming/movies/RUclips. I’ll play all games but plan on setting up a driving simulator.
The VANKYO projector I got from wall-mart for under $100 works just fine, NO Lag or anything, for my PlayStation, after that Who TF wants a TV , hard to go back to a TV now.
I got the BenQ TK700STI after your original review and couldn't be happier with the performance and price. Keep up the awesome work man!
@Madonna Moya Movies play amazingly well. Looks as good as any top of the line T.V even when screen is at 120"-150" but after that size quality starts to drop off quickly to about 720p at 200". I don't think it has 3D but never checked.
@Mdna 3D is still not fully implemented, it supports sequential and frame packing but no SBS or OU... it will need a firmware update around Christmas and the projector needs to be sent to Texas Instruments. BenQ will pay the shipping
Yoo bro! This is my First time with projectors soo mind me to ask after 2 years, hows BenQ TK700STI with u? Any pros and cons?
Projectors are kinda like VR. They both have unlimited potential but with a niche market
Thank you so much for reviewing traditional projectors!.. you had been focusing on the laser TVs so much lately!!!… keep up the awesome content… I follow you religiously and trust your opinion so much.
Epson home cinema 3800 is one of the very best projector for gaming available on the market and one of the best deal you can get. With 4k pixel shift, low input lag, amazing color and HdR 10, for real i’m surprise it’s not in the top 5 here. The only bad thing we can say about it is that it doesnt support hdmi 2.1. I used it on my ps5 on performance and resolution mode and it is INSANE, color and black are waaaaay better than the optoma
Focus uniformity issues aside, it is a great deal. As long as you're okay with one corner/side of your image being slightly out of focus, which isn't all too noticeable in movies - but occasionally is an issue with HUD elements and text in games. I went through FIVE different HC 3800 units before their tech support finally caved and told me it's a manufacturing issue and you're never going to get a unit with perfect uniformity. I still think it's a great value for a projector, especially for gaming - but to anyone reading this and considering the 3800, be warned.
@@crinklypufftomchunkle1923 thank you for this. Same issue on ls300 but worse, as the corners can be VASTLY different for focus.
@@Luke-qs2cg era
Great overview. I find that one important reason to choose a projector over a TV is support for stereoscopic 3D. Sadly TVs have stopped supporting this niche feature, but I think most of the projectors on your list do. I wish you would have mentioned it per projector! Also, though HDR support on projectors is really bad compared to, say, an OLED TV, it would still be nice to know how these projectors compare.
Thanks for the video Chris. I would also like to throw some support behind the 3D angle as it is one of the main reasons I’m looking at projectors over TVs in 2022
I played tomb raider games in stereo 3D and I know what we are talking about here. Its the cheff's kiss muah of entertainment
I've been using the X1300i since October! Up to 240hz 1080p, plenty for my Series X. While it won't produce 4K, it'll accept a 4k signal for downscaling. The long lifetime offers some comfort, too, where the tk700i is using traditional lamps. Rainbow effect goes away when playing games anyhow. Love the videos man, would love to see a review of the 4K based X3000i
Very excited for the x3000i
Same, pre-ordered the x3000i!
What do you mean it won't accept 4k ? Isn't that bad ?
@@AnonymousAnonymouslyHi It's a 1080p projector that downscales 4k to 1080p
I really wish that reviewers would include the fact that ambient light and open curtains cause glare on MOST Flat Panel TVs and this greatly affects the image quality while watching with ambient light. Almost equally as much as with a dark scene on a projector fading out the image.
I couldn't agree with you more. This is exactly why I have a projector setup with an ALR screen in my living room instead of a large flat panel tv. I absolutely can't stand the glare and reflections and they become even more bothersome the larger the screen size. When I'm watching TV or playing games I want to see what's on the TV without also seeing a reflection of myself and everything that's in the room behind me.
This was a great video. Especially for someone like me who knows close to nothing about this. Thanks!
My search for the right projector actually ended around a month ago. Context, i work in film, specifically as an editor and colorist. Mainly freelance. I recently purchased an lg c1 oled, which does double duty as a reference monitor for coloring, and as a gaming tv since i have a series x. I’ve been looking at projectors that aren’t too expensive but have all the features i want and for a while that was impossible until ces this year. I just preordered the Benq x3000i. For watching movies and watching final cuts of work i do on a large screen, it has 3000 lumens, good contrast, and most importantly 100 percent DCI-P3 coverage. For gaming, 4k 60 with low latency , i’d stick to 4k for sure. But importantly as well for me, it supports eARC, which surprisingly not a ton of projectors seem to have. I’m getting this with the vizio elevate soundbar, should be a good setup👍
Nice 👍 preordering the x3000i as well. Was in the market for 4K gaming projector last year settled for a the cheapest 120hz low latency 1080p until better 4K gaming projectors come that also are great for HDR/3D movie content and the x3000i seems to fit the bill with that 100% p3 and better contrast levels. Hopefully it is what we hope it is lol 😂
@@bobdole2184 Hopeful as well, based on how much people like the x1300i I have high hopes👍
Could i run 1440p at 120hz on Xbox Series S?
I picked up the Xgimi Horizon (1080p version) on Black Friday for $940 and in game mode its around 35ms of lag. It works well for my Nintendo Switch plus it uses LED bulb so it should last 20k hours. Not to mention portable since speakers are very good. It's a good budget for a person who isn't a hardcore gamer.
In game boost mode, you can even reach 18,2 ms. Had A BenQ TK700Sti before, and regarding the input lag, i can't see a difference at 1080p@60hz. (Although picture quality is not as good, but horizon is far more convenient.)
Agree!! XGIMI HORIZON is a great option for gaming projector with in my budget, I have one at my house too.
Featuring native 4K UHD, the XGIMI AURA delivers a genuine 4K experience.
Epson 6050ub, hands down. It is absolutely the best.
Exactly the info I was looking for. Thx!
Just ordered the new Epson LS1200...which seems to be great for gaming also
How did you order it? I am trying to buy one but they told me it’s not available.where did you buy it from?
@@Xcution5062 I went to best buy...the ordered it for me told me 2 to 4, weeks ..it's been a week.so still waiting...
I agree with the one comment no lie I’d only play call of duty on small screens and so far as me I’m a racer I’d love it on a big ass view ❤️
Im looking for the Acer GD711. There is not so much information about it. Is a VRR and low input lag projector. Must see.
Another excellent video, keep up the good work.👍
I recently got the BenQ TH-685. I can make the room completely dark at any time of the day, so the next thing I am looking for is a projection surface that can really improve the black levels. A cheap chinese anti reflective screen that Im using right now is just not doing it for me.
They say the685 is great for games with really low input lag
It’s 2023. What will you choose? The Epson LS 500 UST. Benq x3000 or Benq TK 700 Sti and why? Main purpose is gaming and 3D movies
Have been waiting for this
Very informative. Well done!
Really like the explanation. Thanks.
I just watched an episode of yours
Love your videos thanks for the effort
great video, thanks for your help
Awesome Thanks For This Bro.
I would want a projector since my child with ADHD like to throw stuff (on tv) hopefully an HDMI with 2.1 is on the horizon
Thank you sir
It is very usefull
Here's my dilemma....do I get the Optoma GT1090HDR or Optoma GT1080HDR? I'd love to see Chris do a side-by-side comparison between the two.
I bet it’s only a very small difference in stats
Can you please review Bomaker Polaris 4K
Tk700sti best projector I ever had
Nice definitely is a game changer in the 4K projector market.
@@bobdole2184 Most def, movie nights, and even game seshs with the home speaker setup are always a lit time
@@bobdole2184 hi what's this projector like with some light in the room I'm looking at buy the benq with a ALR screen. thanks
@@dracornz I don’t own one I’m waiting on the x3000i next month
Optoma UHZ50
Epson LS12000
Why weren't these on the list?
Yeah I have been looking pretty hard at the UHZ50 as a good choice- was hoping to see his thoughts here too. At least one downside for it is it doesn’t support HDMI 2.1 but overall looked pretty appealing. Also I don’t think any non-UST laser projectors made this list
Uhz50 has around 16ms of input lag. Considering the 8ms options they beat it out. Lag is about the same for LS12000. LS12000 is also out of reach for most people considering cost although it does support 4k@120. But just because they aren’t mentioned in this video it doesn’t mean they’re not great projectors all around. They will be mentioned in the best projectors video for sure.
@@ChrisMajestic wonderful -- thanks for all you do Chris! helping millions of dollars to be spent more educatedly! and very much looking forward to your best projectors video :)
@@ChrisMajestic thank you for your detailed response. I will be getting the UHZ50 for movies + light gaming. (Tripple A cinematic story driven games) I think 16ms is more than enough for casuals. Also, I cannot place UST since the screen comes down in front of balcony windows.
I'm surprised you didn't mention the optoma 38.
Please review benq x1300i
Heh, I'm using the LG C1 OLED for my computer monitor now. It's pretty awesome.
JVC NP5?
short bulb life at these prices, is no Bueno!
Thanks bro!
Great video Chris! Would the LS300 be any good? I believe in another video you mentioned it had similar input lag to the LS500.
It’s similar but only 1080p
I bought an Optima UHD 60 years ago and it finally bit the dust. Should I stick with a traditional projector or go LCD? What would be comparable to it today?
Thanks for the video. Could you please do a review for acer gm712 vs gd711.
Which projector can run 1440p 120hz?(Xbox SS)
Please do a review on the uhz 50. Very good value considering the specs
bruh the minimum ping in my country is 100+ms💀
Might just buy a cheap one until November so I can get the LG C3 for cheaper
What about the xuanpad projector ?
chris can you please do a video adressing stuck or hot pixels and which projectors are best to avoid this issue
Are there any good short range gaming laser projectors. 60% movie usage 40% gaming 4k/HDR. +/- 4k budget. 4m wide wall
What about a polorized projector with polorized glasses?? Would this do anything beside nothing??
I'd love the benq but I have a 115in Si zero edge black diamond 1.2g and it can't project that big. What around 2k-5k projectors (bestbuy available? ) with very competitive gaming in mind. Also true 4k preferred if possible while using Xbox series X hardwired on 1gb connection. Currently have Sony HW45ES it's ok but old and no 4k.
Hi Chris, have you had the chance to take a look at the Optoma UHZ 50 yet? It sounds like another good gaming proposition...
LOVE my TK700STI!!!! Fucking awesome! Only nitpick I have is I wish I could get the color to pop a little more. Playing games like Diablo 2 I like to have those bright greens!!!!
Any suggestion for a cheap and very good LCD Projector for Gaming and Movies?
groview jq818c
Brother can you suggest me best pocket size projectors...
Viewsonic x1 4k vs Benq x3000i ?? What is the best?
What about the new hisense px1 pro?!! it even has a few hdmi 2.1 ports!!!
It’s still only 60hz
But what would be the best one for PS4?
I was dissapointed you did not really discuss brightness like the other topics such as ANSI, etc.
I’ve been recommended the Epson 9400. Any views on that model?
What’s your thoughts on the ViewSonic (PX748-4K)? Good buy?
For those prices, might as well just buy a monitor or a few monitors
Hey Chris! Just found your channel, and have been binging your videos as we get ready to purchase a new projector. We have an Optima GT 1080 Darbee, and its getting a bit long in the tooth I think. One HDMI port got zapped by lightning, and the case has browned from getting hot while playing games. It still works, but looking for something new. Games and Movies. I really loved this optima, and kinda decided to go with the same brand. We were kind of stuck between the 1080HDR and the 1090HDR. I think because we have quite a few windows in our new livingroom I will go with the 1090 for the extra lumens and possibly the laser technology. Any thoughts? Buy the 1090 and if we don't like it go back to the 1080? 1080 is $799 currently and the 1090 is $1499. Thanks and love your videos!!!
Hey Chris, what do you think of the Epson Home Cinema 2350 VS BenQ 700sti?
What about the epson 6050ub? That thing is a beast
Hey Chris what’s the difference between the Ben q tk700sti and the ben q x3000i
The first major difference is the light source... tk700sti uses a normal bulb that lasts around 4000 hours on high brightness, the x3000i uses LED and lasts 20000 on high brightness. Also the throw range, the Tk700sti is a short throw and can make a much bigger screen at a closer distance, almost 30% bigger at the same distance
please do a review for the Epson EH-LS12000B :-)
Can the TK700sti support wifi sound bars (like the Sonos Beam)? Thanks!
Thoughts on the ViewSonic PX701-4K?
Did you get a chance to review BenQ TK700 projector?
Bro... optoma uhd50? Where's the love?
I have the jv 9x7…. Is that a good monitor to play games on?
Yoo what would be the best projector for ps5 and 3d and also movies?
Are there any 3d projectors
The gt1090hdr optoma is pretty awesome as well. The bulbs for the 1080 are practically impossible to find and cost as much as the projector when you do
that's why mostly nobody want buy a projector...expensive lamps
ViewSonic PX701-4K?
BENQ X3000i is near. New king?
Chrissss VIEW SONIC PX 701-4K Review pleasee
I keep hearing about the benq tk700sti in best-of lists, but not the tk700. Is there some reason it's not as good? I can't really support a short-throw, and am looking to upgrade my benq w1070 for gaming. Replacement lamp quality for it has been dropping as stock ages
The Epson eh ls11000w & Epson eh ls12000b is a better Gaming Projector.
When will you review the latest Epson LS12000?
Soon
And the xgimi aura istn't a good pojector for gaming?
It’s ok but I wouldn’t say top 5
If you're on a native 4k projector like the Benq TK700sti and you send a 1080P signal to it, does the projector upscale the image to 4k? Will this make the image look soft?
Hi Chris, I see meabe 2 years for a projector 4k for gaming. You told that epson5050ub was the best before for gaming. The contrast was better than the BenQ TK700STi. Wish one is the best? I have a Xbox SerieX play a lot of game but WArzone is one I play. No need hi brightness because i'm in basement and for now I have a icodis T400 (LED) temporary since 2years :). For me in CA the price is the same like 3100$ for Benq and 3600-4000 for Epson but the Lamp I don't know I don't find them to BenQ CA. but I know Epson was 400$ So change lamp if 4000hours each 2 years meabe a laser projector was better???
I Think I use 2000 hours. 20hours per week X 52 week did 2000 hours. Thank's if you can help me to take the best choise.
Dangbei Mars Pro 4k Laser
Please help! I bought a ViewSonic PX701 4k. It's only giving me 4k if I send my PS5 directly into Projector. I have a 5.1 sound bar set up. When I try to use the arc ports like I have been with my PS4, the video gets sent down to 1080 and it tells me projector doesn't support 4k all.of a sudden. Is my sound bar the issue? I am able to get Dolby TrueHD and DTS Master Audio from my sound bar so I'd assume it can send a 4K video signal?! I don't want to return this projector if I don't have to please help.
You need to make sure ALL your HDMI cables support HDMI 2.0 minimum. also you need to make sure that your soundbar allows a passthrough at 4k 60hz HDMI 2.0 minimum. I'm suspecting that your soundbar is not able to do 4k 60hz passthrough
This projector gets the job done pretty well. ruclips.net/user/postUgkxS9P8zTOcmQg-hH0QeUi3dspOLyYgQ6dH Bear in mind it's a mini projector but all things considered the picture quality is pretty good. The attached photo is of the projector projecting onto my white closet doors. I still have not messed with the settings but I can't wait for our first family movie night on a larger scale. If you have issues with volume not working with your firestick, go into volume settings and you will find your solution there.
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You don’t have to spend $800 to get a decent projector. $200-300 would get you something decent to start out with plus a Bluetooth sound bar
I did a video a few months ago on cheaper projectors.
My Playstation games look good on my 300'inch picture projector 🤔
Hi Chris, Should I replace the Epson 5040ub with any of these? :)
i like seeing black ppl in tech, and we have the same name! :D HOw'd you start making videos about projectors? seems kinda random though super helpful.
Black people have been involved with technology forever, why do you need to bring race into the mix ?
0ms crt monitor
Projectors in gaming are useless 😂. I grew up playing competitive tutti fighters on a CRT, so I can very easily and noticing tell the difference between a less than 1 ms response time vs a 4+ms response time. Seems like the technology isn’t there yet for gaming projectors. I would not maste money at all on a gaming projector.
Please do not compare measured input lag to manufacturer's specs. :))
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Hey Chris, I'm curious on this question I'm about to ask. I watched your top 10 ust projectors broken down into categories. I have $3000 to spend. I've been looking hard at the xgimi aura. As far as value for money. I thought this be a good choice? My wants in a ust projector is of #1 course picture quality. But I also like a easy setup (keystone) such as put the projector on my entertainment area and adjust it to where the screen is( not adjust the screen to where the projector is.) I'm also looking for a good ust for ambient light since I won't be watching in complete or somewhat complete darkness all the time. I was looking at alr screen but I'm on a budget of about $500. I heard carls cinegrey would be a good choice as their alr produces Hotspot on ust projectors . I'm Not sure maybe you can answer that? Please help a novice out!!
Likes but no suggestions
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00:00 Choosing a gaming projector: what to consider
00:54 Input lag can make or break gaming experience
01:51 Refresh rate impacts input lag
02:52 Input lag is not a major issue for modern gaming projectors.
03:46 Projectors struggle with brightness and contrast in ambient light
04:39 Top 5 gaming projectors ranked by price
06:30 Optima GT 1080 HDR and Optima HD 146X are great options for gaming projectors.
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Gaming on a projector is not that good to be honest
I love gaming on my projector in every game except FPS. I wouldn't recommend it if all you play is call of duty...
But single player games and racing games are amazing at 100"+
Can you please stop saying "True" or "Real" 4k please? There are no such things unless you are in the business of lying to people, those are buzz words which usually mean 4k upscaled. There is only native 4k 4092x2160 or not native 4k. Even 3840x2160 is not native 4k because it is robbing people of the actual native resolution.
True 4k means it can display at least 3840x2160 distinct pixels. Native 4K is a measure for the DMD chip used. For example using 4 way pixel shift you can use a 1920x1080 DMD to get true 4k
@@ericarthurblair6832 Stop trying to make yourself sound smart, it's still a buzzword that does not mean native. 3840x2160 is still not native 4k. Just because the source can display "at least" X amount of pixels, it's still not a native 4092x2160 resolution. You are being robbed of a native resolution not pixels.
@@SlyTravels all I said was that we atr talking about different things when saying "Native" as opposed to "True". It's not a buzzword, you just don't know/understand the difference between pixels on a chip and outputted pixels.
True/real = native it's literally a similar world to describe the same thing.
Some projectors pixels shift 2k to 4k and thats why he's making the distinction of true 4k.
@@xXSinForLifeXx True 4k vs native 4k
4K native content means that the input resolution is already 3840x2160 (4K). Although both native and upscaled offer the same resolution, native 4K is better as the picture contains more detail. Using upscaling detail cannot be added. Do some due diligence before you talk to me, stop spreading misinformation.
Going to have to update this video when you finish reviewing the x3000i lol 😂