Looking to replace my tv with a short throw

DGenovese · February 13, 2023

I currently have a Samsung 4K 77” tv on my wall, I am looking for a short throw projector that I can put on the media center in front of the wall that is at least 4K, has decent colors, and possibly sound. Any and all help is appreciated.

budget is around 1-2k USD

BobVonBob · February 13, 2023

I'd suggest waiting for a larger budget or changing your plans. Your budget will stretch much farther if you can use a mountable projector, otherwise ultra short throw projectors tend to be around $3000 to $5000 USD. Samsung, LG, and Hisense make some great projectors. Look for models that meet your needs regarding inputs, format support, etc. and find some reviews.

As for sound, even the most expensive projectors are pretty mediocre. If you want good sound get speakers or a decent soundbar.

johnt · February 13, 2023

I recommend Epson projectors and seeing what they offer. The LS300 is in your budget. I know there have something in each price range for UST projectors (under 2k, 3 to 5k, etc.)

I don't recommend mountable projectors for home use. They are sloppy, clunky, require a lot of planning (power, signal, placement), and the "good ones" cost as much or more. The market has changed a lot in the past five years. Prices have come down a lot.

9 hours ago, BobVonBob said:

Samsung, LG, and Hisense

No they don't. They are just home brands in the projector space.

BobVonBob · February 13, 2023

2 hours ago, johnt said:

I recommend Epson projectors and seeing what they offer. The LS300 is in your budget. I know there have something in each price range for UST projectors (under 2k, 3 to 5k, etc.)

I don't recommend mountable projectors for home use. They are sloppy, clunky, require a lot of planning (power, signal, placement), and the "good ones" cost as much or more. The market has changed a lot in the past five years. Prices have come down a lot.

No they don't. They are just home brands in the projector space.

Really? My mistake. I didn't realize Epson's prices had come down so quickly. I would have sworn their 4K UST models were $3500 USD just mid last year.

Blue4130 · February 13, 2023

3 hours ago, BobVonBob said:

Really? My mistake. I didn't realize Epson's prices had come down so quickly. I would have sworn their 4K UST models were $3500 USD just mid last year.

For the true 4k ones, they are. Any projector that claims 4k and under $2000 is just using pixel shift to get 4k from all of my research.