Want to host the ultimate movie night?
How about split-screen Mario Kart on a display that feels like every player has their own TV?
you might have all this, and more, if you bite the bullet and buy a projector.
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But there are some drawbacks to know about, as we’ll explain.
Projectors Are Small and Mighty
Even amodest-sized TVcan be a hassle to move or install.
That’s not the case with a projector.
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Projectors are about the same size as a modern console while projecting an image that dwarfs the averageTV set.
To relocate a projector you simply turn it off, pick it up, and set it down.
You’ll also get a huge 100-inch or greater display size from that same tiny box.
With a focus on low latency gaming, the Optoma UHD35x is one of the best projector choices if gaming is a priority.
With the arrival of ultra-short throw (UST) projectors,that’s no longer the case.
UST projectors have a fixed-size screen, with around 130 inches being the limit at the time of writing.
Before you get too excited, buying a UST and a screen to match is still an expensive endeavor.
If money and space is no object, the Epson LS11000 is a 4K HDR laser projector with a brightness of 2,500 lumens, support for HDR10/HDR10+/HLG, and up to 120Hz at 4K.
Pricier options like theLG HU85LAcost around the same on sale without a screen in the box.
The LG C2 has an input latency of 5.3ms at 4K 120Hz or 10ms at 4K 60Hz.
The Optoma also features up to 240Hz refresh rate at 1080p, but only 60Hz at 4K.
One of the best LED-LCD TVs you can buy, Samsung’s QN90B is a bright and beautiful set that’s ideal for watching movies, TV shows and playing games in both HDR and SDR formats.
You’ll need to factor this expense into your purchasing decision.
Abudget soundbarcan make all the difference in solving the problem without taking up too much space.
Something like theEpson Home Cinema LS11000will cost two to three times the price of a high-end TV.
Unfortunately, your pricey projector won’t look its best without a good screen.
On top of this, you may have wiring and installation costs to take care of.
And then there’s the aforementioned sound problem too.
Which Is Better: A TV or Projector?
Buying a projector isn’t quite as easy a decision asbuying a TV.
Owning a projector is more about the experience of watching something on a massive screen in your own house.
With this in mind, there’s probably a projector out there for your use case in mind.
And lastly:do you really need a screen to go with your projector?
