Top 5 Gaming Projectors - Choosing The Best Gaming Projector
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- čas přidán 18. 02. 2022
- 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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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.
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/CZcams. 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?
Very clear and concise master class. Thanks, Chris Majestic!
Exactly the info I was looking for. Thx!
Another excellent video, keep up the good work.👍
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.
Very informative. Well done!
Really like the explanation. Thanks.
Have been waiting for this
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 ?
@@goakes9277ify It's a 1080p projector that downscales 4k to 1080p
I just watched an episode of yours
Love your videos thanks for the effort
Perfect vid thanks bro !
great video, thanks for your help
This was a great video. Especially for someone like me who knows close to nothing about this. Thanks!
Really looking forward to the new Epson LS12000 review.
Thanks bro!
The BenQ 685 is amazing!
Projectors are kinda like VR. They both have unlimited potential but with a niche market
I have the first GT1080 gaming projector from optoma.. Is 3D, 1080p 120hz and i love it !!!
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
Thank you sir
Hi Chris, have you had the chance to take a look at the Optoma UHZ 50 yet? It sounds like another good gaming proposition...
Hi Chris, Should I replace the Epson 5040ub with any of these? :)
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
It is very usefull
Please do a review on the uhz 50. Very good value considering the specs
Thanks for the video. Could you please do a review for acer gm712 vs gd711.
Going to have to update this video when you finish reviewing the x3000i lol 😂
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?
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.
I want you to know that you have the most useful review for projector gaming! Every other video is just a bunch of useless talking and clout chasing😭. Thank you for this !
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!!!
chris can you please do a video adressing stuck or hot pixels and which projectors are best to avoid this issue
Hey Chris, what do you think of the Epson Home Cinema 2350 VS BenQ 700sti?
Just learned you can use ARC on the TK700STI if you access the right menu settings. That was not clear to me at all, it's good to know.
I have a review idea/test scenario that I have never seen before. What would happen if you mounted a short throw projector on the ceiling along with a ambient light rejecting screen mounted upside down in a room. Would it be the probable best of both worlds: a projector that isnt affected by people walking in front of it -as close to unobstructed viewing as you can get- and the super bright and clear image provided by the ambient light rejecting screen. Do you think that its something that you could do? Great content as always, I especially liked your "lagtime" checklist. You even included games where lagtime isnt a real issue, like words with friends or other non fps game. Good job.
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
Thoughts on the ViewSonic PX701-4K?
Featuring native 4K UHD, the XGIMI AURA delivers a genuine 4K experience.
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
Im looking for the Acer GD711. There is not so much information about it. Is a VRR and low input lag projector. Must see.
please do a review for the Epson EH-LS12000B :-)
Any chance we can get an update list for this year with 4k projectors?
I’ve been recommended the Epson 9400. Any views on that model?
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.
What’s your thoughts on the ViewSonic (PX748-4K)? Good buy?
Should I replace the Epson 5040ub with any of these?
Epson 6050ub, hands down. It is absolutely the best.
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
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
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
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.
Can the TK700sti support wifi sound bars (like the Sonos Beam)? Thanks!
What about the epson 6050ub? That thing is a beast
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?
Can you please review Bomaker Polaris 4K
Hi..i recently purchased a benq tk700sti..can you please help me .. I'm wanting to use a soundbar with mine.. the samsung q900a..but i got told it wouldn't work properly.. iam wanting to use my ps5 passed through the soundbar then the soundbar to the benq tk700sti via earc..would i benefit from great sound and quality visuals.. its a very expensive project for it not to work :(.. thankyou
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?
Brother can you suggest me best pocket size projectors...
Did you get a chance to review BenQ TK700 projector?
Any thoughts on the acer predator GD711?
What about a polorized projector with polorized glasses?? Would this do anything beside nothing??
No optoma UD35 or 42? They are 4k and 120hz with 1080p. They are on 1000euros range which I was thinking about getting it
Can you use any gaming projector for watching TV channels, movies, apps, etc?
Are there any good short range gaming laser projectors. 60% movie usage 40% gaming 4k/HDR. +/- 4k budget. 4m wide wall
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!!!!
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 review benq x1300i
I have the jv 9x7…. Is that a good monitor to play games on?
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
How did the 6050 and 5050 Epson not make this list?
Yoo what would be the best projector for ps5 and 3d and also movies?
I'm surprised you didn't mention the optoma 38.
When will you review the latest Epson LS12000?
Soon
What’s a good one for eveything
Any suggestion for a cheap and very good LCD Projector for Gaming and Movies?
groview jq818c
How about the top 5 projectors for 3D?
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 ❤️
Nice video as always! I want to throw out one more tip, Optoma UHD42 is the one im currently using for movies in my basement and it's also a great choice for gaming with 4K HDR and 120hz in 1080p for example. Also a cheaper choice that gives you alot for your money. :)
I have the Optoma UHD30 and love it. Tried the Epson 3800 and couldn't get the picture to look crisp. The BenQ isn't an option for me because of the throw distance. With VR, I can't have a projector hanging in the middle of the room. Seems like a weird throw distance that I don't see on other projectors.
How good it is compared to the BENQ presented? I'm really thinking about getting the UHD35 but I don't see the difference between the UHD42?
I am also debating on the Optoma UHD38.
@@donnorman6526 I think it's just the lens shift and slightly longer throw distance with the UHD42 so it doesnt matter much. :)
@@crillekrosss Hmm okay actually lens shift would be useful actually so either UHD42 or BENQ
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...
Epson 5050UB. Best of all.
But what would be the best one for PS4?
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 x1 4k vs Benq x3000i ?? What is the best?
Which projector can run 1440p 120hz?(Xbox SS)
Well this was a timely video. I’m currently looking at projectors for 4k gaming. What are your thoughts of the viewsonic px-748-4k compared to the benq tk700sti. On paper I can’t tell the big difference between them. There’s about a $500 difference between them, unless you get the Benq on sale.
If you have the budget look into the x3000i bro it is coming out next month seems to be the perfect gaming projector out of all of them.
I can't speak for the px-748-4k, but bought the slightly cheaper px-701-4k for about $900 over the holidays, and I have to say I'm extremely pleased, especially at that price point.
Was ready to buy the BenQ TK Chris recommends here and in his other videos, but the throw ratio on the BenQ was too short for my room, where the ViewSonic was exactly right.
When I saw it looked like a rough equivalent to the TK on specs, but saved me ~$600 I pulled the trigger, confident that I could return to Amazon if I wasn't happy.
Long story short, I'm playing Xbox Series X at 4k 60hz and my old PC at 1080p 120hz with zero performance issues. Uniformity, color, and contrast are all superior to my outgoing Optoma HD27HDR.
The color calibration was a bit off out of box, but I was able to dial in with some suggested settings from Projector Central's review which helped a lot. My only other issue is some color banding showing up in skies in games like Forza Horizon or Sea of Theives where you have high contrast and color gradation between clouds and the sky, but I'm willing to deal with that for 4k gaming under $1000.
I would highly recommend this projector especially after some poor experiences with my Optoma and their product support.
Chrissss VIEW SONIC PX 701-4K Review pleasee
are there any that do 1440p at 120Hz?
What about the new hisense px1 pro?!! it even has a few hdmi 2.1 ports!!!
It’s still only 60hz
ViewSonic PX701-4K?
Hi Chris, I see meabe 2 years for a projector 4k for gaming. You told that epson5050ub was the best before for gaming. The contrast was better than the BenQ TK700STi. Wish one is the best? I have a Xbox SerieX play a lot of game but WArzone is one I play. No need hi brightness because i'm in basement and for now I have a icodis T400 (LED) temporary since 2years :). For me in CA the price is the same like 3100$ 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
Are there any 3d projectors
How is the uhd 50x the gaming projector of the year 2020 and not on your top 5 now?
That'd the one I have and I love it
It was my favorite for a while but a lot of people were having issues with it so the Benq replaced it.
@@ChrisMajestic what type of issues? I onlybask because it's what I have and know issue I e had is 1 white dot that doesn't go away in the screen
@@tonysanchez5621 I also have the UHD 50x based on Chris 2020 recommendation...works well but a few glitches like when using the Xbox Series X it has trouble finding the source when you switch between games or the home screen, you have to constantly push the source button to get it to re search. Second issue is the half screen doesnt come in correctly sometimes, only fix is to shut down the projector and restart.
@@andrewrouls1870 if you mean the half screen doesn't match Color. My easy fix for that is I just hit left kn the projector controller and it searches for source for a sec. But when it's back on the screen is ok
Can anybody give me some recommendations for Projectors as I am new to Home Cinema? I am looking for a 4K HDR Projector with Great Colour Accuracy Under $1500 or £1100. I will primarily be watching movies and tv-shows, so I'm not really bothered about Gaming. Thanks.
Dangbei Mars Pro 4k Laser
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
Bro... optoma uhd50? Where's the love?
And the xgimi aura istn't a good pojector for gaming?
It’s ok but I wouldn’t say top 5
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.
JVC NP5?