Projectors have one HUGE advantage. You can change the picture size. This is very important to me because movies have different aspect ratios so I want to change pictures size which is impossible in TV's.
I was a TV fan before I got into projectors a few years back. Now I use the TV only as a monitor for PC and the projector for anything media related. I will not go back to TVs as the main media device in the house.
Ones you know, you know! It’s sad because the comments show that people are relying on very old info as far as projectors go. I’m never buying another TV.
@@livedavid2 I'm the opposite. Bought a projector back in 2012 and then bought another in 2020. Both were decent, but I'm about to get a TV again to use in the living room and as a monitor. I can't stand the noise projectors make when the room is silent and they aren't nearly as good as TVs have become. Seems like there's still an issue with bulb life, flickering and refresh rate. Maybe they make sense above $2000, but I'm usually looking for something from $500-1000.
After spending nearly the same money ($5500) on a 75" premium TV a few years ago, and now also having a dedicated room downstairs with a lamp projector ($5500) + screen... Almost everyone is more impressed with the not AS crisp but still fantastic 120" display.
@@StrongSmartBlackMan this was a few years ago. I'm referring to both a 65" OLED when it was $5500 and a 75" QLED when it was $5500. You do realize TVs go for 60k sometimes... Right?
@@twinturboray you must not realize there is a difference between mid-grade and premium TVs. I was buying top of the line at the time- best of the best. But I see the ignorance here is obvious. I came to voice my opinion from someone who's spent tens of thousands hoping to give others my input. But sure, brag about it. I got a 55" 3D 4K TV for $800 8 years ago. Doesn't mean it's the same caliber. I also have a $1700 Xgimi Horizon Pro that looks good- but not nearly as good as my Sony projector. But yes, call me an idiot.
I bought a mooka projector for $65 and it works just fine. I just project directly onto my wall and the display is huge. Parts of it can be blurry and i had to make sure my phone had smart view capabilities, the display can be pixelated if the connection is interrupted or gets weak but its overall ok. As a single 21yo guy who lives alone, Im satisfied with my purchase
Some main reasons behind a projector for my wife and I honestly was VERY low blue light. The other reason is much less space as we can project at a wall.
For UST projectors, you also have to factor in the screen. Because buying an UST projector without factoring in the $650 and up for an ambient light rejecting screen is folly. UST's fire light almost straight up, the projector screen *needs* to catch that light and redirect it forward (while rejecting light coming from above, or ideally all directions - the latter requires a fresnel screen design).
for me, I wouldnt ever see myself going to a projector, TV for me all the way!! But I do understand why some might want a projector, it takes in far less space for instance so I can understand.
It's less about the space and more about the immersion that a projector provides. My 65-inch Sony A95K QD-OLED TV doesn't hold a candle to a large 150-inch or 200-inch+ projector screen.
I have been using a projector for a while and I'm sort of getting tired of it because (like this guy said) I have a bright room with probably more window than wall lmao. So while I do usually only watch at night anyways, I like having the OPTION. I'm thinking about getting a tv, despite the fact it won't b a huge display. However, I have a lot of stuff in a small room anyway so a huge display probably wouldn't be possible anyway. The only downside I can see to a TV is the sound would be with the TV so I'd have to make it louder, whereas my projector is right over my bed.
i like my walls white colour so its TV for me always i have many friends who have projector, but they almost never use it anymore lol tbh projector is more like a hobby where you build your dream home theater but it isnt very practical because most of the time we will be in the living room with bright lights and big TV anyway especially nowadays big TV are cheap and can just leave it playing for long hours
@@livedavid2 this is a non-answe as refresh rate is not lag. Refresh rate is how many frames per second it can display. While lag is time projector/tv needs to process the signal it gets from the source and display it.
@@korinogaro I don’t need anything explained, I’m not asking questions. The answer is the same: If you’re looking to buy a product and you have concerns about specific features, you will have to look into the product you want to buy. A video like this is not going to answer ever question in the world for you while you suck your thumb. Different projectors will have different capabilities, which they will not hide from you. IF it matters enough to you to leave the comments section.
Yeah, that blue light be giving me eye sores and headaches. Tv's can be TOO bright a lot of the times. And then we try lowering the brightness but it's hard to find that sweet spot on most regular priced tvs.
3D is also only available on projectors nowadays. Big screen + 3D = projector. Honestly for anything less, a TV outperforms by a quality and simplicity of usage. I returned my proj. The long throw is very annoying, you can't pass in front of it. The picture is 50% of a TV quality. The distortions are visible. It's really not worth it for the price unless you are really into big screens and 3D. I got a older 3D TV 60" and the quality is much better.
Funny how you say "only" like if a projector doesn't provide incredible immersion and I say that as an owner of a Sony A95K QD-OLED. Even a standard movie theater screen provides superior immersion at the expense of having a weaker contrast ratio vs my QD-OLED TV.
@@PSYCHOV3N0M maybe am use to cheap projector, if a person always use the bottom of the barrel they will never know the difference of using something at a higher cost
@@azeemtics6613 Even using just a regular Gray bedsheet can go a long way towards improving picture quality on a low budget projector if you go camping, etc.
In the long run TV'S offer more tech at a cheaper price if you are smart at shopping. I bought a $700 65" Vizio smart tv for my Xbox Series X and had a more enjoyable experience than I did with a projector that costs more with less tech but a bigger screen. Another thing you got to look at is the cost of the bulbs in the projectors. If your spending just as much time on a projector as you do on a tv then sell the projector and get a tv. The projector I have now is 3x more expensive than the tv I had and the quality is crap compared to the tv😂
Well, the bulb issue is not a concern now due to laser projectors, which can last 10+ years vs the LED backlight at 3-7 years. II repair them, so I know.
@@kriswingert1662 TVs can last a long time also. Depends on the tv and what comes with it. These new projectors are also out of a lot of peoples budget. It's really cheaper just to buy a used tv that has been used and move on to another used cheap tv. I have shopped enough for years to know what is good for the price.
Just bought a budget projector for a simple setup at my grandma"s house since ill be staying there often now, didnt wanna drop 500$ in a samsung 55" tv which is ok for like 500$ and instead went and spent 160$ on a projector. Well see how it goes, i still put extra sound and a tv box so i might as well get the projector, less resolution but bigger size and cheaper. most of my content is 1080p anyways so its all good.
I do not have a projector and I am not a fan, because I need something that can be bright and crisps in bright ambient light. Ambient light affects projector outcome too much so it cannot be used during the day in a living room. It is intended purpose is Home Theatre.
No longer true at all. Projectors are getting better by the second. I’ll never buy another tv. The projector I’m using at the moment was 300 bucks and had a 30,000 hour expected lamp life. It’s a non issue at this point even in the budget projectors. Grab one. Just make sure to look for ANSI lumens and don’t get anything under about 900 ANSI lumens
As a repair tech, the projector is a better investment. LCD tv's have mainboard and backlight issues. The LED backlights in particular die much faster than a 10 year old CFL backlit set. Seen too many die like this.
I currently own an XGIMI Elfin projector, but with the upcoming release of Apple Vision Pro, I can see it becoming a strong contender in the market. While I'm not actually willing to sell a kidney for it, the Vision Pro's potential success could pose a significant challenge to projectors as a mainstream device.
Intrigued what you are suggesting here. You think Apple Vision Pro will be used instead of a projector for watching movies etc.? Or do you think it will change what type of media we will consume? :)
@tobiasskylstadkvernebo2749 the problem with the vr headset for movie is that is very hard to watch long movies , usually after 1 hour you eyes is pretty much done , the projectors are far superior , you can watch movies al day long, not a problem, no fatigue
@@Natsuke_96 Long story short... I went for an ultra short throw. Had it for about a month then returned it and now I have a 65inch LG OLED and can't fault it.
Not as up to speed on projectors as I am TVs. Are there projectors that are up to same high refresh rate HDMI 2.1 etc features for gaming? Primarily in the laser projectors
@@budala1969 This is stereo vision, it can make the objects appear to be of any size you could imagine, just as in real life. It also cannot be of any danger to the eyes: Apple, Meta, and Microsoft would not risk billions in litigation if it could present any risk for health or safety.
@@forgotten_world 3d glasses struggled for decades and still never caught on because people didn't wanna wear annoying glasses, you think people are gonna tolerate a huge bulky headset? 🤣🤣 that's strictly for gamers.
@@lemonjuice-q6k This is not a 3d glasses, and by the accounts of those who experimented it, it's not bulky, on the contrary, they said it is very comfortable and, being from Apple, I do not doubt it is.
Projectors: Large screen 120 inch or larger No screen Glare Perfect white, No Dirty No cloudy screen about the same price as an 85 inch 100 weight pound TV 900 to 1,000 such as LG HU710PB with RGB LASER lamp , robust colors . Passive reflective screen . STR 6 Silver Ticket 120 inch Matt White ( 3.3 + 30 = 33 pounds total weight ) 85 inch TV : screen glare , still needs controlled lighting 100 pounds , heavy , more difficult to work with Emits generates light , ambient room lights must be on . Projector Wins
Or just buy an Apple Vision Pro? I've so far not owned/had a TV since moving out of my parents house and I don't miss it. Vision Pro is my next entertainment purchase.
Projectors have one HUGE advantage. You can change the picture size. This is very important to me because movies have different aspect ratios so I want to change pictures size which is impossible in TV's.
I was a TV fan before I got into projectors a few years back. Now I use the TV only as a monitor for PC and the projector for anything media related. I will not go back to TVs as the main media device in the house.
Ones you know, you know! It’s sad because the comments show that people are relying on very old info as far as projectors go. I’m never buying another TV.
Which one do you have?
@@SpruceX I am using Anker Nebula Cosmos Laser 4k
@@livedavid2 I'm the opposite. Bought a projector back in 2012 and then bought another in 2020. Both were decent, but I'm about to get a TV again to use in the living room and as a monitor. I can't stand the noise projectors make when the room is silent and they aren't nearly as good as TVs have become. Seems like there's still an issue with bulb life, flickering and refresh rate. Maybe they make sense above $2000, but I'm usually looking for something from $500-1000.
After spending nearly the same money ($5500) on a 75" premium TV a few years ago, and now also having a dedicated room downstairs with a lamp projector ($5500) + screen... Almost everyone is more impressed with the not AS crisp but still fantastic 120" display.
Something about watching a movie on my own projector really puts a smile on my face. That immersion really beats my sharper more colourful tv.
$5500 on a tv? Did you see that sign on the way in?
@@StrongSmartBlackMan this was a few years ago. I'm referring to both a 65" OLED when it was $5500 and a 75" QLED when it was $5500. You do realize TVs go for 60k sometimes... Right?
@@ZThomas65356 so you didn’t see the sign on the way in?
@@twinturboray you must not realize there is a difference between mid-grade and premium TVs. I was buying top of the line at the time- best of the best. But I see the ignorance here is obvious. I came to voice my opinion from someone who's spent tens of thousands hoping to give others my input. But sure, brag about it. I got a 55" 3D 4K TV for $800 8 years ago. Doesn't mean it's the same caliber. I also have a $1700 Xgimi Horizon Pro that looks good- but not nearly as good as my Sony projector. But yes, call me an idiot.
Came for a projector.went away with a mop /hover hybrid?
I bought a mooka projector for $65 and it works just fine. I just project directly onto my wall and the display is huge. Parts of it can be blurry and i had to make sure my phone had smart view capabilities, the display can be pixelated if the connection is interrupted or gets weak but its overall ok. As a single 21yo guy who lives alone, Im satisfied with my purchase
Im also a 21 y/o who’s just moved into my own flat and wanted to know if a projector would be a smart choice, thanks for your comment
@@ninanashi777 get a cheap second hand LCD TV instead. The cheap projectors are bad.
Best porn eh
Some main reasons behind a projector for my wife and I honestly was VERY low blue light. The other reason is much less space as we can project at a wall.
Why not pull down screen
@JS-jh4cy if you have a good enough wall color, you don't need one.
For UST projectors, you also have to factor in the screen. Because buying an UST projector without factoring in the $650 and up for an ambient light rejecting screen is folly. UST's fire light almost straight up, the projector screen *needs* to catch that light and redirect it forward (while rejecting light coming from above, or ideally all directions - the latter requires a fresnel screen design).
for me, I wouldnt ever see myself going to a projector, TV for me all the way!! But I do understand why some might want a projector, it takes in far less space for instance so I can understand.
It's less about the space and more about the immersion that a projector provides.
My 65-inch Sony A95K QD-OLED TV doesn't hold a candle to a large 150-inch or 200-inch+ projector screen.
I have been using a projector for a while and I'm sort of getting tired of it because (like this guy said) I have a bright room with probably more window than wall lmao. So while I do usually only watch at night anyways, I like having the OPTION. I'm thinking about getting a tv, despite the fact it won't b a huge display. However, I have a lot of stuff in a small room anyway so a huge display probably wouldn't be possible anyway. The only downside I can see to a TV is the sound would be with the TV so I'd have to make it louder, whereas my projector is right over my bed.
Why is RUclips letting me play this video in background without me having RUclips premium?
Happens sometimes to me. I think it’s a bug
Because it's video about projectors
Came to make a decision, ended deciding to buy that magical mop
Until I can build a 200" panel TV, I'll stick with my projector screen in my dedicated room.
They have panel TVs that come that large just need to know where to look.
i like my walls white colour so its TV for me always
i have many friends who have projector, but they almost never use it anymore lol
tbh projector is more like a hobby where you build your dream home theater but it isnt very practical because most of the time we will be in the living room with bright lights and big TV anyway especially nowadays big TV are cheap and can just leave it playing for long hours
What about input lag differences between TV's and projectors? If you're a gamer that's a very big decision-maker)
Every projectors product description and reviews will tell you the refresh rate. Some are even starting to come with a game mode.
@@livedavid2 this is a non-answe as refresh rate is not lag. Refresh rate is how many frames per second it can display. While lag is time projector/tv needs to process the signal it gets from the source and display it.
@@korinogaro I don’t need anything explained, I’m not asking questions. The answer is the same: If you’re looking to buy a product and you have concerns about specific features, you will have to look into the product you want to buy. A video like this is not going to answer ever question in the world for you while you suck your thumb. Different projectors will have different capabilities, which they will not hide from you. IF it matters enough to you to leave the comments section.
@@livedavid2 then maybe just simply don't answer to questions not asked?
@@korinogaroThe person was trying to be helpful, and they were. Chill.
TVs are for living rooms , projectors are for theater rooms
How so
What if I want one for my room? Not living room
That is also my conclusion. If you cant easily darken the room, then go for a TV.
I don't intend to light pollute my house with a TV, only interested in projectors and this was helpful, thanks!
😂😂😂
??? What?
Yeah, that blue light be giving me eye sores and headaches. Tv's can be TOO bright a lot of the times. And then we try lowering the brightness but it's hard to find that sweet spot on most regular priced tvs.
Forget big screen TV's ....... Apple created glasses that gives you two 4K screens inches from your eye balls for only $3,499.00
LMAO🤣🤣🤣
But you have to watch alone? I mean for watching a movie or sports with others, it fails, otherwise I’d go this route
that's $3,499.00 per person
3D is also only available on projectors nowadays. Big screen + 3D = projector.
Honestly for anything less, a TV outperforms by a quality and simplicity of usage.
I returned my proj. The long throw is very annoying, you can't pass in front of it. The picture is 50% of a TV quality. The distortions are visible. It's really not worth it for the price unless you are really into big screens and 3D.
I got a older 3D TV 60" and the quality is much better.
The only advantage of projector is that it's easier to get a large screen for less
Funny how you say "only" like if a projector doesn't provide incredible immersion and I say that as an owner of a Sony A95K QD-OLED.
Even a standard movie theater screen provides superior immersion at the expense of having a weaker contrast ratio vs my QD-OLED TV.
@@PSYCHOV3N0M maybe am use to cheap projector, if a person always use the bottom of the barrel they will never know the difference of using something at a higher cost
@@azeemtics6613 Even using just a regular Gray bedsheet can go a long way towards improving picture quality on a low budget projector if you go camping, etc.
That's a pretty big advantage, for the price of good 65-75" (1000-2500$) you could get a top of the line projector that delivers 120-150" easily
In the long run TV'S offer more tech at a cheaper price if you are smart at shopping. I bought a $700 65" Vizio smart tv for my Xbox Series X and had a more enjoyable experience than I did with a projector that costs more with less tech but a bigger screen. Another thing you got to look at is the cost of the bulbs in the projectors. If your spending just as much time on a projector as you do on a tv then sell the projector and get a tv. The projector I have now is 3x more expensive than the tv I had and the quality is crap compared to the tv😂
Well, the bulb issue is not a concern now due to laser projectors, which can last 10+ years vs the LED backlight at 3-7 years. II repair them, so I know.
@@kriswingert1662 TVs can last a long time also. Depends on the tv and what comes with it. These new projectors are also out of a lot of peoples budget. It's really cheaper just to buy a used tv that has been used and move on to another used cheap tv. I have shopped enough for years to know what is good for the price.
Agree
Just bought a budget projector for a simple setup at my grandma"s house since ill be staying there often now, didnt wanna drop 500$ in a samsung 55" tv which is ok for like 500$ and instead went and spent 160$ on a projector. Well see how it goes, i still put extra sound and a tv box so i might as well get the projector, less resolution but bigger size and cheaper. most of my content is 1080p anyways so its all good.
I do not have a projector and I am not a fan, because I need something that can be bright and crisps in bright ambient light. Ambient light affects projector outcome too much so it cannot be used during the day in a living room. It is intended purpose is Home Theatre.
30,000 hours lamp life that's about 57 years of 10 of tv a week
This is also my concern choosing a portable projector or just buy a TV.. projector had small lifespan and need some maintenance
No longer true at all. Projectors are getting better by the second. I’ll never buy another tv. The projector I’m using at the moment was 300 bucks and had a 30,000 hour expected lamp life. It’s a non issue at this point even in the budget projectors. Grab one. Just make sure to look for ANSI lumens and don’t get anything under about 900 ANSI lumens
Modern TVs die in 3-6 years 😢😢😢 different brands - same sheet quality 😅
As a repair tech, the projector is a better investment. LCD tv's have mainboard and backlight issues. The LED backlights in particular die much faster than a 10 year old CFL backlit set. Seen too many die like this.
@@kriswingert1662 totally agree 💯 one thing you can do to prolong the lifetime of led backlight is to lower brightness to around 70%.
@@h9hkk6155now you are just lying
I currently own an XGIMI Elfin projector, but with the upcoming release of Apple Vision Pro, I can see it becoming a strong contender in the market. While I'm not actually willing to sell a kidney for it, the Vision Pro's potential success could pose a significant challenge to projectors as a mainstream device.
Intrigued what you are suggesting here. You think Apple Vision Pro will be used instead of a projector for watching movies etc.? Or do you think it will change what type of media we will consume? :)
@@tobiasskylstadkvernebo2749either way it’s a total game changer.
@tobiasskylstadkvernebo2749 the problem with the vr headset for movie is that is very hard to watch long movies , usually after 1 hour you eyes is pretty much done , the projectors are far superior , you can watch movies al day long, not a problem, no fatigue
@@tobiasskylstadkvernebo2749 I think he’s saying both but mostly the first point.
Just watch tv at night then no problem with lighting issues with windows
A Projector is great for "big" content(movies, shows, some game stuff, etc) Otherwise, I'm happy with a regular TV.
But aren't movies, shows and maybe games the same things you'd use a regular TV for?
What's non 'big' content? Watching the news?
@@sarojandongol1482yes but a projector is just better because of the massive quality and immersion difference the mobility of it the size and cost too
So I have a 55inch OLED LG which I love and have had for a few years now, was wondering if I should make the jump or stick with an OLED tv
What did you do?
@@Natsuke_96 Long story short... I went for an ultra short throw. Had it for about a month then returned it and now I have a 65inch LG OLED and can't fault it.
Good and informative: WHY didn't you address sound systems - surround sound ...perhaps this could be a followup Thank you.
Bro amazing intro!!!
Projectors dont look nearly as good as tvs though.
Projectors are fragile and not flexible compared to TV's
it’s the ceo of techno buffalo!
Hello, Jon, where are you watching those films, for example the "How to train your Dragon"?
Not as up to speed on projectors as I am TVs. Are there projectors that are up to same high refresh rate HDMI 2.1 etc features for gaming? Primarily in the laser projectors
yeah
Not me wanting a vacuum instead of a projector now
Hi there, do you recommend any short throw projectors that I am able to watch movies, directly from a hardrive? (I.e p.c less)?
Which is better for gaming
A tv has wat lower latency, people say you can’t tell but trust me unless you buy an expensive projector you’ll will notice.
Fantastic advice! Always great.
That intro was amazing.
i'd love for someone to compare the new xgimi horizon ultra with the best tv's out there
Nice video Jon!
I’m building a movie room. I’m lucky for what I have. I have a nice tv room with a 77” oled. But now I’m going 150” with an Epson laser. Cheers boys.
thank you. I think I will go for triple laser Samsung projector.
good content, too bad it's not put in chapters.
Tv and projector in 2023 and beyond: Apple Vision Pro...
I mean if it works as good as they say.. it's really a compelling additional choice 😊
Something an inch from your eyes will never feel the same as a giant screen. Not to mention how bad it is for your eyes.
@@budala1969 This is stereo vision, it can make the objects appear to be of any size you could imagine, just as in real life. It also cannot be of any danger to the eyes: Apple, Meta, and Microsoft would not risk billions in litigation if it could present any risk for health or safety.
@@forgotten_world 3d glasses struggled for decades and still never caught on because people didn't wanna wear annoying glasses, you think people are gonna tolerate a huge bulky headset? 🤣🤣 that's strictly for gamers.
@@lemonjuice-q6k This is not a 3d glasses, and by the accounts of those who experimented it, it's not bulky, on the contrary, they said it is very comfortable and, being from Apple, I do not doubt it is.
Projectors just aren’t as practical for daily use in changing environments. I’d rather get a budget 65“ TV than any projector for the same price
And replace it in 3-5 years after the mainboard or LED backlight goes bad. I repair them and see it all the time.
@@kriswingert1662bold of you to assume we send tvs that are 3-5 years old to a repair shop instead of a landfill 😮💨
Projectors are a joke!! Same crappy picture you get at the movie theatre without the $60.00 popcorn, coke, candy and sticky floor!
This is very nice 👍 video
🙏
Dealing with the projector issues don't sound fun
Nothing will ever come close to a large OLED display. Yes expensive. Yes the best.
I own two projector and two TV... I just need a wife to enjoy watching together. Do you watch alone? I love both the projector and TV.
I watch with my wife.
I watch with my friend's wife.
I watch with my future ex and your soon to be future wife😅
Love❤️
I'm ole school TV for me.
Projectors:
Large screen 120 inch or larger
No screen Glare
Perfect white, No Dirty No cloudy screen
about the same price as an 85 inch 100 weight pound TV
900 to 1,000 such as LG HU710PB
with RGB LASER lamp , robust colors .
Passive reflective screen .
STR 6 Silver Ticket 120 inch Matt White
( 3.3 + 30 = 33 pounds total weight )
85 inch TV :
screen glare , still needs controlled lighting
100 pounds , heavy , more difficult to work with
Emits generates light , ambient room lights
must be on .
Projector Wins
Tv for kids and a projector for the misso
Guys talking about mops we came for TV chat
good vedio
projector over a tv any day
Would never buy an ledprojector. I live in a house with windows and watches tv by daytime too.
Anyone here with cats? Lol
bit of a laugh why you would choose a telly over a projector
OLED TV >>>>>>> Projector... Period !
That's why you don't shop at Amazon
1.6 mln subscription, 828 likes, gg man
This and ALL RUclips videos would be so much better without the stupid music. Other than that good video.
Came for info on screens not a f-king hoover
Or just buy an Apple Vision Pro? I've so far not owned/had a TV since moving out of my parents house and I don't miss it. Vision Pro is my next entertainment purchase.
literally like comparing earbuds to a dolby set up. Nonsense.
Can you speak any slower??
Spam.