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Optoma GT1080HDR Short Throw Gaming Projector | Enhanced Gaming Mode for 1080P 120Hz Gaming at 8.4ms | 4K UHD Support | Play HDR for 4K and 1080P | High 3800 lumens for Day & Night Gaming, White
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Brand | Optoma |
Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming |
Special Feature | Short Throw |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
About this item
- HDR COMPATIBLE: HDR10 technology (with 4K input) enable brighter whites and deeper black levels; a 6-segment color wheel (RYGCWB) produces accurate color with sRGB & REC. 709 color profile
- Fast response time: enhanced gaming mode enables Lightning-fast response time of 8. 4ms with a 120Hz refresh rate
- Short throw lens: experience a large 120" Image projected from 4 feet away, allowing placement closer to the screen – ideal for smaller spaces and easier installation
- Bright, razor-sharp images: 3, 800 Lumens, 50, 000: 1 contrast ratio, and full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080) Enable a detailed, clear image
- Long lamp life: Enjoy up to 15, 000 hours of lamp life enabling an average of 4 hours of viewing time every day 10 plus years.
- Flexible connectivity: connect to gaming consoles, media players and other HDMI devices such as Google Chromecast, Fire stick and Apple TV; inputs include dual HDMI (1. 4a 3D support)
- Easy image set-up: vertical keystone correction plus/- 40 degrees allows the GT1080HDR to be off-center without having to elevate it to project the image onto the screen, resulting in an easy, more flexible image set-up
- Versatile PROJECTOR: The GT1080HDR including a 10-watt speaker is ideal in a variety of environments including family rooms, theater rooms and game rooms, as well as outdoor spaces such as backyards, camping, tailgating and more
- Full 3D: The GT1080HDR displays True 3D content from almost any 3D source, including 3D Blu-ray Disc players, 3D broadcasting, and the latest-generation game consoles; support for 144Hz rapid-refresh Rate provides ultra-smooth flicker-free images; 3D glasses required
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Brightness | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
Picture quality | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 3.9 | 4.2 | 4.2 | — | 4.3 | 4.2 |
For gaming | 3.8 | 3.9 | 4.3 | — | — | 4.5 |
Remote Control | — | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.7 | — | 4.6 |
Sold By | Fortune Electronic | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Adorama | YOUJIAHK | Rack-IT Solutions |
hardware interface | hdmi, vga, 3 5 mm audio | hdmi, usb, 3 5 mm audio | usb | hdmi, hdmi | hdmi, vga, bluetooth 5, usb | hdmi, hdmi, usb2.0 a |
display resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | 3840*2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
brightness | 3,800 | 4000 | 4000 | 3500 | 14500 | 3000 |
native resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
image contrast ratio | 50000:1 | 300000:1 | 12000:1 | — | 16000:1 | 10000:1 |
max throw distance | 11.3 feet | 10 meters | 9.76 meters | 1.46 feet | 10 meters | 21.5 feet |
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HDR10 TechnologyThe GT1080HDR features HDR10 technology (with 4K input) providing brighter whites, deeper blacks, and greater color depth. |
Fast Response TimeGet in the game with Enhanced Gaming Mode. Experience lightning-fast, 8.4ms response time with a 120Hz refresh rate for lag-free gaming. |
Bright, Razor-Sharp ImagesFeaturing 3,800 lumens of brightness, incredible 50,000:1 contrast ratio, and full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080) resolution with HDR10, the GT1080HDR brings movies, gaming and sports to life. |
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Short Throw ProjectionExperience a large 120" image projected from 4' 4" feet away. A short throw lens allows placement of the projector closer to the wall – ideal for smaller spaces and easier installation. |
Flexible ConnectivityConnect to gaming consoles, media players and other HDMI devices such as Google Chromecast, Amazon Fire Stick and Apple TV. Inputs include dual HDMI (1.4a 3D support). |
A Variety of UsesThe GT1080HDR is ideal in a variety of environments including family rooms, theater rooms and game rooms, as well as outdoor spaces such as backyards, camping, tailgating and more. |
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Easy Image SetupVertical keystone correction +/- 40 degrees allows the GT1080HDR to be off-center without having to elevate it to project the image onto the screen, resulting in an easy, more flexible image setup. |
Long Lamp LifeEnjoy up to 15,000 hours of lamp life enabling an average of 4 hours of viewing time every day for 10+ years. |
Integrated SpeakerA powerful 10-watt built-in speaker simplifies set-up without the need for external speakers. |
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Category | Home Theater, HDR & Gaming, Short Throw | Home Theater, Laser, HDR & Gaming | Home Theater, HDR & Gaming |
Highlights | Fast, big-screen gaming and movies in HDR. Ideal in small rooms or constrained spaces with its short throw. Engineered for gaming. | Next-generation short-throw home entertainment laser projector with HDR for movies and gaming. Ideal in bright or daytime lighting in small rooms or constrained spaces. | Next generation HDR (with 4K input-compatible) home entertainment ideal for movies & next gen console gaming. Features Enhanced Gaming Mode with 16ms input lag at 1080p60Hz and 8.4ms at 1080p/120Hz. |
Picture Quality | 1080p resolution 50,000:1 contrast ratio | 1080p resolution, 300,000:1 contrast ratio, 4K UHD and 1080p HDR input compatible | 1080p resolution 50,000:1 contrast ratio |
Color | High Dynamic Range for brighter whites, deeper black levels & wider range of color detail. | High Dynamic Range for brighter whites, deeper black levels & wider range of color detail. | High Dynamic Range for brighter whites, deeper black levels & wider range of color detail |
Gaming | Features Enhanced Gaming Mode with 16ms input lag at 1080p60Hz and 8.4ms at 1080p/120Hz. | Big screen gaming – up to 302" | Enhanced Gaming Mode with 120Hz refresh rate and down to 8.4ms input lag |
Brightness | Bright 3800 lumens, lights-on and daytime viewing | Super-bright 4200 lumens, lights-on and daytime viewing | 3600 lumens, lights-on viewing |
Throw Distance | Short Throw: Project a 120" image from approximately 4.3 feet away. | Short Throw: Project a 120" image from approximately 4.3 feet away. | Standard Throw: Project a 120" image from approximately 13 feet away. |
Light Source Life | 15,000 hours (Lamp) | 30,000 hours (Laser) | 15,000 hours (Lamp) |
Installation Flexibility | 0.8 – 2.0x digital zoom, keystone correction and a short throw provide installation flexibility in small rooms or constrained spaces. | Short throw ratio optimized for placing 5' or less from projection surface | 1.1x zoom, Keystone Correction |
Connectivity | Supports 4K & 1080 HDR Input. HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.4a, VGA, Audio in, USB-A, VGA out, Audio out, RS-232 | Supports 4K & 1080p HDR Input. HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2, MHL), HDMI 1.4, VGA, Composite, 2x audio in (3.5mm), mic in, USB-A (power, 5V, 1.5A), VGA out, audio out, 12v trigger, 3D sync, mini USB | HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2, 4K & 1080 HDR Input, For compatibility with popular source devices such Xbox One, PS4, HDR Blu-ray Players |
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Product Dimensions | 12.4 x 9.5 x 4.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 6.61 pounds |
ASIN | B07W62S2SJ |
Item model number | GT1080HDR |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #26,697 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #1,181 in PC Gaming Mice |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 3, 2019 |
Manufacturer | OPTOMA TECHNOLOGY |
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Elevate your gaming experience with the short throw, 1080P, 3, 800 lumens Optoma GT1080HDR. Enhanced gaming mode combined with a 120Hz refresh rate enable blur-free visuals with lightning-fast, 8. 4ms response time for a competitive gaming advantage. Keystone correction delivers flexible installation options. Powerful 10-Watt speaker fills a room with loud and crisp audio to further enhance media and presentations. Robust inputs include HDMI 2. 0 and VGA for connectivity to a wide range of devices. A 15, 000-hour lamp life enables many years of use with minimal maintenance. GT1080HDR FAQs: Question: Does the Projector output native 4K UHD? Answer: No. The projector can accept a 4K UHD or 4K UHD HDR signal, then output 1080p HDR with a small degree of upscale to 4K UHD. Question: Is Short Throw easy to set up? Answer: Simply place the projector on a flat surface. If the projector is not level, use the vertical keystone function to align the image. Question: My image is not straight or aligned to the screen or wall. How can I fix this? Answer: This means the projector is not resting on a surface that is completely flat and level OR the projection surface is not flat. A Short Throw projector lens is less tolerant of misalignment than standard throw projectors, so projecting from a flat surface will ensure a straighter image. Question: Does this projector support HDR? Answer: Yes, the projector supports HDR10 for stunning white and black levels along with rich cinematic color. HDR is supported on the port marked “HDMI 2.0”. Question: Does the projector support Xbox Series X/S and PS5 along with HDMI 2.1? Answer: The projector supports the Xbox Series X/S and PS5. One HDMI port on the projector is HDMI 2.0 which is backwards compatible with HDMI 2.1. The projector can accept a 4K UHD HDR 60Hz signal, 1440p HDR 60Hz signal, 1080p HDR 60Hz signal -- then output in 1080p HDR 60Hz. If the signal is 1080p HDR 120Hz, the projector will output 1080p HDR 120Hz. 4K UHD 120Hz is not supported. Question: What is the input lag for the projector? Answer: With Enhanced Gaming Mode enabled -- 1080p 60Hz is 16ms and 1080p 120Hz is 8.4ms. Question: Does the projector support 4K UHD 120Hz? Answer: No. The projector supports 1080p 120Hz only. For Optoma’s current lineup of 4K UHD models, visit the True 4K UHD section on the Optoma Brand Store on Amazon. Question: Does the projector support 3D? Answer: Yes. 1080p 3D content is supported in Top/Bottom, Side by Side, Sequential (PC) and Frame Pack (Blu-ray). Question: Where can I buy 3D DLP Link Glasses? Answer: Compatible 3D DLP Link Glasses can be purchased directly from Amazon from brands such as APEMAN and Boblov.
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Customers like the gaming capabilities of the video projector. For example, they mention it's perfect for gaming or movies, and has awesome quality graphics. Customers are also impresseded with the brightness, and image quality. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, sound quality, and appearance.
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Customers like the image quality of the video projector. They say it has bright and crisp 1080p images, rich, accurate color, and produces perfectly clear images. The picture looks great indoors and outdoors, and it has a good screen to project on. Customers also mention that the projector is nice, and close to the screen keeps the image bright and clear.
"...I think the laser is a better choice for this.Color and image quality: This projector has rich, accurate color and produces, what are..." Read more
"...The projector produces beautiful deep blacks and rich blues, greens, and reds...." Read more
"...to improve lamp longevity. You can view a spreadsheet reasonably well from the back of the room if Excel is zoomed to about 150%..." Read more
"...Picture looks great indoors and outdoors, it really only meets acceptable levels for use outdoors around sunset give or take about 15 minutes..." Read more
Customers like the brightness of the video projector. They say it can handle daylight or full light with no problem. Some mention that it works best when it's dark and that it has a legit 3800 lumens.
"...It has a very long lifespan and It’s super bright. For me, it stays in ECO mode and I find myself turning down the brightness...." Read more
"...It's a legit 3800 lumens and looks really good. You get what you pay for...." Read more
"...The brightness is very good and the projector is configured to use a level down in brightness (80%?) to improve lamp longevity...." Read more
"...Plus, it's super bright with 4,200 lumens, so you can watch movies any time of day or night without worrying about pesky glare...." Read more
Customers like the value of the video projector. They mention that it's very good for the money, has top quality, and provides a great picture for the price.
"...most adjustable projector in the world, but again, the bang for your buck is fantastic if you're looking to put in just a little effort making sure..." Read more
"...Overall it’s a great projector for the price, I didn’t want to spend $1,000 on a projector when I already spent way too much on the simulator...." Read more
"...Bummed because we really loved this projector and it was pricey." Read more
"Not very clear for the money. Was using for a golf simulator." Read more
Customers like the gaming capabilities of the video projector. They mention it's super bright, perfect for gaming or movies, and great for occasional movie nights or big game nights. They say it has awesome quality graphics and is perfect for golf simulators. Customers also say it'd be a great choice for anyone who loves movies and wants to enjoy them at home in the best.
"...I've had no problems playing Marvel Vs Capcom, Overwatch, Tekken 7, or Super Smash Bros Ultimate." Read more
"...It's the perfect choice for anyone who loves movies and wants to enjoy them at home in the best possible quality...." Read more
"...Gaming is great when set to 1080P/120hz." Read more
"I really like this projector. No problems. Great quality. Best bang for the buck. I researched lots of projectors and this one hits the mark." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the video projector. Some mention it's an excellent product with superb quality, while others say it'll be terrible with subpar daytime performance and crashes every time.
"...Color and image quality: This projector has rich, accurate color and produces, what are sometimes, eyepopping whites and colors...." Read more
"...this with my 20 foot Khomo Gear inflatable movie screen and the results were MAGICAL...." Read more
"...not help me achieve good color saturation. - It looked worse playing Xbox One X games...." Read more
"...The Optima isn't perfect, but meets my basic requirements satisfactorily. I would buy it again." Read more
Customers are mixed about the appearance of the video projector. Some mention that the color and brightness is impressive, and the picture looks amazing. However, others say that the colors are poor, leading to the picture looking washed out. The whites aren't as brilliant, and it doesn't help achieve good color saturation.
"...has rich, accurate color and produces, what are sometimes, eyepopping whites and colors. I found that the best setting for this is the Cinema mode...." Read more
"...It's a legit 3800 lumens and looks really good. You get what you pay for...." Read more
"...after all the reviews but ended up having to send it back due to poor colors leading the picture looking washed out.The Good:..." Read more
"...4K HDR input, which means you'll get crisp, clear images that pop with vibrant colors...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the video projector. Some mention that it sounds good, while others say that it suffers in the audio department. The built-in speaker is not loud enough, and the audio out suffers from crackling. The projector is noisy and produces lots of heat.
"...The projector produces beautiful deep blacks and rich blues, greens, and reds...." Read more
"...not buy this intending to use the built-in speaker, and it was not loud enough to easily hear quieter dialogue in movies even while indoors while..." Read more
"...Sound works well enough but isn't loud. The remote works great and doesn't need to be aimed at anything to work. I'll never buy a tv again. Never." Read more
"...When it’s chilly outside, I noticed the projector hums a bit more than usual, but it quiets down fairly quickly...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the video projector. They mention that the lamp stopped working, the fan stopped working and that the power supply failed. Some say that the remote doesn't work and that one of the keystone buttons doesn''t function.
"...Unfortunately, this November 2021 the bulb once again burnt out...." Read more
"...The only thing I'm not a fan of is the lamp life is a bit short. So I just bought a backup lamp for when it finally goes one day." Read more
"...into the audio out suffered from crackling until it eventually stopped working entirely...." Read more
"...Unfortunately, this past week it stopped working again and the two red lights are back. We called the company, quick fix did not work!..." Read more
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Setting up: It’s pretty intuitive. I have yet to look at the manual or even the quick setup card. You turn it on, plug in your roku, firestick, bluray player or whatever in HDMI 1 and get familiar with settings you prefer. Pretty simple. Even a Caveman could do it. There was no substantial lens cap on mine. It came with a clam shell cover that was taped on.
Remote: I got a small remote….like roku small with a lot of little buttons. Luckily, my old, larger remote works with this projector and is easier to work. You can buy these on amazon for a reasonable price.
Brightness and Daylight viewing: Hey, it’s a laser light! It has a very long lifespan and It’s super bright. For me, it stays in ECO mode and I find myself turning down the brightness. I’m including a photo of the screen with a couple of window shades up. It will still produce a decent image. And you can adjust for this by choosing a different mode and tweaking settings. I think it would do a very good job in a conference room in presentation mode. At night, I can have a lamp or 2 on with very little degradation of the image.. Also, I turn my projector on and off a lot. I think the laser is a better choice for this.
Color and image quality: This projector has rich, accurate color and produces, what are sometimes, eyepopping whites and colors. I found that the best setting for this is the Cinema mode. It seems to do a great job with whatever it does with 4k and HDR input and produces beautiful images. Black levels are very good. Maybe not as good as a OLED tv, but it’s better than my LG 4k flat screen. Here are some of my settings for the Cinema mode: I leave dynamic range, or HDR on auto.
Brightness, contrast and color can be zero…. Or -4 brightness and +4 color. In the color group, Brilliant color goes on the blue side at the low end and green at the top. I leave it in the middle at 5. For Gamma I leave it at standard. I do find the Cinema mode is on the blue side with temperature set at Cold…. I adjust this with +5 for Tint. Or you can adjust the color temperature. Pretty simple. You’re mostly adjusting the brightness and color as you go from media to media.
I also spent time with the RGB mode. It’s preset very warm and on the green side. You can adjust with tint and color temp. Whites aren’t as brilliant, but this can be easier on the eyes.
I tend to have sharpness turned up all the way but it depends on the media. Older films that are lower resolution copies can benefit from turning down it down.
Random: I watched the movie Speed Racer last night. My gosh, what an eyecandy extravaganza! Looked fantastic!
3D viewing: It’s good, nice color but you still see roughness in action. Optoma touts the 120 hz support as being helpful with 3D, but I believe this only applies to a game console or computer. Correct me if I’m wrong. I was pleasantly surprised that once you switch to 3D mode, you can still adjust image settings. I’ll keep playing with that.
Photos: I’ve included some photos….not really for close inspection. Just snaps I took from my couch with my phone mainly to show color. And my first screen was screwed up at the top. The real thing is better with proper keystone, color and sharpness.
All in all, I think Optoma hit a sweet spot here. A laser projector that produces a beautiful, cinematic image as good or better than a movie theater and support for 4k and HDR input. If you have the bucks and the short throw works for you, give it a try!
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2023
Setting up: It’s pretty intuitive. I have yet to look at the manual or even the quick setup card. You turn it on, plug in your roku, firestick, bluray player or whatever in HDMI 1 and get familiar with settings you prefer. Pretty simple. Even a Caveman could do it. There was no substantial lens cap on mine. It came with a clam shell cover that was taped on.
Remote: I got a small remote….like roku small with a lot of little buttons. Luckily, my old, larger remote works with this projector and is easier to work. You can buy these on amazon for a reasonable price.
Brightness and Daylight viewing: Hey, it’s a laser light! It has a very long lifespan and It’s super bright. For me, it stays in ECO mode and I find myself turning down the brightness. I’m including a photo of the screen with a couple of window shades up. It will still produce a decent image. And you can adjust for this by choosing a different mode and tweaking settings. I think it would do a very good job in a conference room in presentation mode. At night, I can have a lamp or 2 on with very little degradation of the image.. Also, I turn my projector on and off a lot. I think the laser is a better choice for this.
Color and image quality: This projector has rich, accurate color and produces, what are sometimes, eyepopping whites and colors. I found that the best setting for this is the Cinema mode. It seems to do a great job with whatever it does with 4k and HDR input and produces beautiful images. Black levels are very good. Maybe not as good as a OLED tv, but it’s better than my LG 4k flat screen. Here are some of my settings for the Cinema mode: I leave dynamic range, or HDR on auto.
Brightness, contrast and color can be zero…. Or -4 brightness and +4 color. In the color group, Brilliant color goes on the blue side at the low end and green at the top. I leave it in the middle at 5. For Gamma I leave it at standard. I do find the Cinema mode is on the blue side with temperature set at Cold…. I adjust this with +5 for Tint. Or you can adjust the color temperature. Pretty simple. You’re mostly adjusting the brightness and color as you go from media to media.
I also spent time with the RGB mode. It’s preset very warm and on the green side. You can adjust with tint and color temp. Whites aren’t as brilliant, but this can be easier on the eyes.
I tend to have sharpness turned up all the way but it depends on the media. Older films that are lower resolution copies can benefit from turning down it down.
Random: I watched the movie Speed Racer last night. My gosh, what an eyecandy extravaganza! Looked fantastic!
3D viewing: It’s good, nice color but you still see roughness in action. Optoma touts the 120 hz support as being helpful with 3D, but I believe this only applies to a game console or computer. Correct me if I’m wrong. I was pleasantly surprised that once you switch to 3D mode, you can still adjust image settings. I’ll keep playing with that.
Photos: I’ve included some photos….not really for close inspection. Just snaps I took from my couch with my phone mainly to show color. And my first screen was screwed up at the top. The real thing is better with proper keystone, color and sharpness.
All in all, I think Optoma hit a sweet spot here. A laser projector that produces a beautiful, cinematic image as good or better than a movie theater and support for 4k and HDR input. If you have the bucks and the short throw works for you, give it a try!
After doing some research I found out that you want a SHORT THROW projector like this one for outdoor inflatable movie screens. The reason for this is because this unit will put up a 120 inch image at just 4 feet! The closer the projector is to the screen, the brighter it is. I paired this with my 20 foot Khomo Gear inflatable movie screen and the results were MAGICAL. We watched Star Wars (A New Hope), Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, and The Empire Strikes Back. The projector produces beautiful deep blacks and rich blues, greens, and reds. My backyard movie setup has the projector sitting BEHIND my inflatable screen instead of in front of it (it's a 2-way projection screen). Typically this configuration requires more light since the light needs to penetrate through the cloth screen. This projector had zero problems doing this at greater than 15 feet away! It's a legit 3800 lumens and looks really good. You get what you pay for.
Don't believe what people tell you about buying a cheap projector for your backyard movie watching. I bought a GooDee (they measure brightness in lux which is a marketing trick, you need lumens) and was very disappointed with the picture. This is because the GooDee and similar projectors aren't short throw projectors and don't produce the necessary lumens you'll need for a great picture (let alone the resolution). If you want the cheap 1970s drive-in feel, the GooDee is fine, but any nice high definition movie will need a projector of this specification at a minimum to produce an acceptable outdoor image. You can find many projectors that kill this one too, but for the money, I can't recommend it enough.
The projector would be improved if it
- supported network casting
- had a 2X horizontal zoom
- had horizontal keystone correction
- was smaller like the Dangbei Atom
- cheaper (ouch!)
At the time of the purchase, there weren't many affordable, short throw projectors available. The Optima isn't perfect, but meets my basic requirements satisfactorily. I would buy it again.
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pros
-being a product known for gaming, playing movie on this is amazing, the colours is mesmerizing
-150inch of native 1080p video is out of this world,there is nothing that can top this
-GAMING! on a native 1080p 120fps on 150inch screen, there is also nothing that can top this
-being an audiophile guy, i expect a rubbish sound from the built in speaker. turns out i was so wrong.the mid vocal is so loud, i can literally hear whispers. so to respect the quality optoma has given on the speaker, ill continue to use its built in speaker for one month before i switch the audio output permanently
-this might not be important but worth mentioning, the remote control light is super bright, handy in dark
-best money i ever spend
cons
-not much of manual comes with the box, but product usage is easy, you can learn by common sense
-on enhanced gaming mode, keystone function is grey out/disable. so you cant tilt your projector on gaming mode
Reviewed in Singapore on May 14, 2020
pros
-being a product known for gaming, playing movie on this is amazing, the colours is mesmerizing
-150inch of native 1080p video is out of this world,there is nothing that can top this
-GAMING! on a native 1080p 120fps on 150inch screen, there is also nothing that can top this
-being an audiophile guy, i expect a rubbish sound from the built in speaker. turns out i was so wrong.the mid vocal is so loud, i can literally hear whispers. so to respect the quality optoma has given on the speaker, ill continue to use its built in speaker for one month before i switch the audio output permanently
-this might not be important but worth mentioning, the remote control light is super bright, handy in dark
-best money i ever spend
cons
-not much of manual comes with the box, but product usage is easy, you can learn by common sense
-on enhanced gaming mode, keystone function is grey out/disable. so you cant tilt your projector on gaming mode