1080P Projector Models and Specifications

The 1080p projectors category includes the latest projectors with true HD 1080p resolution. See below for a list of 1080p projector reviews and information pages.

1080p resolution projectors are often referred to as Full HD (as opposed to 720p). Until recently, 1080p projectors typically referred to home theater projectors. That’s no longer the case as more and more business and education projectors are now higher resolution before and count 1080p as one of those resolutions.

What is 1080p? It’s an image that’s 1920 pixels across, and 1080 pixels down. From a practical standpoint consider it to be 2K resolution (close enough).

Let’s start with the home theater side: 1080p HD projectors are essential for enjoying the high definition picture quality that are produced in all major blockbusters today. Oh, 720p can be OK, but remember we’re talking large screens, projector owners can appreciate higher resolution far better than someone with a 50″ LCDTV.

Just about every home theater projector selling today for over $1000 in the United states offers native 1080p. We’ve just begun to see 4K resolution projectors – sometimes called Ultra-HD. At the moment though (but not for long, 4K projectors start around the price of a car (and not an inexpensive one at that). If you are in the market for a home theater projector system, and not prepared to put a dent into your equity line 1080p is the standard.

On the business – educational – commercial projector side, we’re now seeing higher end projectors move up from WXGA (1280×800) – which is just a touch higher resolution than 720p. While WXGA projectors start around $500 or so, 1080p projectors are finally showing up under $2000, but most are high power, feature laden projectors costing several thousands, or even more.

Popular 1080p projector brands include: Sony, Panasonic, Optoma, Epson, Mitsubishi, andInFocus.

Read the Annual 1080p Home Theater Projector Comparison Report for education check out our annual Education Projector report

About 1080p Projectors

For perspective, on the home theater side, consider Blu-ray discs. They are recorded at at 1080p resolution. A 4K standard for Blu-ray is in the works, but we’re not there at this time.

We do an annual home theater report in which we review the top competitors on the market. We don’t consider projectors with less than 1080p resolution, considering those lower to be more basic home entertainment projectors. On the commercial side, 1080p capable projectors are being used in scientific and engineering applications, architecture and photography. You would be unlikely to find a native 1080p projector in a high school, but they are being installed into college classrooms.

1080p home theater projectors range from under $800 up to prices well into five figures. Projector Reviews has reviewed 1080p projector units costing up to $30,000 so far, however, we have also reviewed a Sony 4K projector that lists for $24999! Ultimately 4K projectors will drive down the prices of the higher end 2K – 1080p projectors!

BenQ W1070 Projector
The BenQ W1070 is one of our favorite lower cost 1080p projectors. Selling for around $1000, it offers vibrant color, 3D capabilities, and even lens shift.

JVC DLA-X95R Projector
The flagship of the JVC home theater projector line, this over $10,000 projector may be the best overall 1080p home theater projector we’ve reviewed.

Epson Home Cinema 5020UB
The Home Cinema 5020UB replaces last year’s Best In Class winner. Excellent black levels, extremely bright, and 3D capable. The thing that makes this projector so popular is it’s price at under $2600!

Panasonic PT-DZ770UL
This commercial projector is pretty high end, with a $17,000 range list price (sells for way below that), offers 7000 lumens dual lamps and a range of interchangeable lenses. Serious for auditoriums and 24/7 applications

1080P Projector Reviews

TI DLP® Technology Meets LED, Gets Brighter, and Together, Take On Traditional Lamp Projectors!

TI DLP® Technology has ruled in Digital Cinemas for two decades. Now, DLP® chipsets are being combin…Read More

August 3, 2020
BENQ LU710 Business/Education Projector Review

New 4,000 lumens laser WUXGA DLP business projector from BenQ.…Read More

July 5, 2020
Panasonic PT-MZ16KL Laser Projector Review

The Panasonic PT-MZ16KL is an installation class 3LCD laser projector with WUXGA (1,920 x 1,200) res…Read More

May 15, 2020
Epson’s Laser Projectors Transform the World We Know in Entertainment Venues and Other Large-Scale Environments

Epson’s Projectors Rock: Whether music festivals or large auditoriums, nightclubs, planetariums or l…Read More

May 1, 2020
BenQ EH600 Smart Business Projector Review

BenQ describes the EH600 as the World’s first Android based smart projector designed specifically fo…Read More

April 27, 2020
BenQ TH585 vs. Vankyo V630 Comparison Review

BenQ TH585 vs. Vankyo V630 Comparison Review – Overview, Hardware Differences, Picture Quality Compa…Read More

April 12, 2020
CHRISTIE LWU530-APS Laser Projector Review

The Christie LWU530-APS is a 5,000 ANSI lumen business class laser projector with WUXGA resolution t…Read More

March 16, 2020
The Newest, Smartest Laser Projectors From Sony Are Impressive: “Affordable Lasers” for Business, Classroom! Commercial Projectors for Auditoriums, Museums and Entertainment!

Greetings, projector professionals: AV managers, IT, tech coordinators, educators, presenters, and b…Read More

March 1, 2020
NEC’s Laser Projectors: With Great Performance, Plus Innovation – Comes Great Value!

“Affordable Lasers:” NEC’s NP-P525UL and WL (WUXGA and WXGA) are 4K capable, extremely quiet. advan…Read More

January 19, 2020
Christie LHD878-DS Laser Projector Review

The Christie LHD878-DS is a 7,800 ANSI lumen business class laser projector with Full HD resolution…Read More

December 15, 2019

1080P Projector Reviews REVIEWS

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	TI DLP® Technology Meets LED, Gets Brighter, and Together, Take On Traditional Lamp Projectors! Review Date: August 3, 2020 MSRP: Technology:
	BENQ LU710 Business/Education Projector Review Review Date: July 5, 2020 MSRP:$1,699.00 Technology: DLP
	Panasonic PT-MZ16KL Laser Projector Review Review Date: May 15, 2020 MSRP:$33,999 Technology: 3LCD
	Epson’s Laser Projectors Transform the World We Know in Entertainment Venues and Other Large-Scale Environments Review Date: May 1, 2020 MSRP: Technology:
	BenQ EH600 Smart Business Projector Review Review Date: April 27, 2020 MSRP:$999 Technology: DLP
	BenQ TH585 vs. Vankyo V630 Comparison Review Review Date: April 12, 2020 MSRP: Technology:

	CHRISTIE LWU530-APS Laser Projector Review Review Date: March 16, 2020 MSRP:$2,499 Technology: 3LCD
	The Newest, Smartest Laser Projectors From Sony Are Impressive: “Affordable Lasers” for Business, Classroom! Commercial Projectors for Auditoriums, Museums and Entertainment! Review Date: March 1, 2020 MSRP: Technology:
	NEC’s Laser Projectors: With Great Performance, Plus Innovation – Comes Great Value! Review Date: January 19, 2020 MSRP: Technology:
	Christie LHD878-DS Laser Projector Review Review Date: December 15, 2019 MSRP:$11,499 Technology: 3 LCD
	Vivitek DH3660Z Business/Education Laser Projector Review Review Date: December 13, 2019 MSRP:$2,499 Technology: DLP
	2019 Holiday Guide To Seven Great Home Theater Projectors Under $2000 Review Date: November 22, 2019 MSRP: Technology:

	2019 Holiday Guide To Five Great Home Theater Projectors Over $2000 Review Date: November 22, 2019 MSRP: Technology:
	Casio Laser/LED Projectors Simply Provide a Better Value Proposition Than The Competition Review Date: October 2, 2019 MSRP: Technology:
	Panasonic PT-VMZ50 Laser Projector Review Review Date: September 24, 2019 MSRP:$2499 Technology: 3LCD
	Optoma HD27HDR Home-Entertainment Projector: Our First-Look Review of Key Features and Capabilities Review Date: September 15, 2019 MSRP:650 Technology: DLP
	Optoma HD243X Home-Entertainment Projector: Our First-Look Review of Key Features and Capabilities Review Date: July 30, 2019 MSRP:$499 Technology: DLP
	BenQ TK800M Projector First Look Review — 4K UHD HDR Optimized for Sports Fans Review Date: July 5, 2019 MSRP:$1,299 Technology: DLP

	BenQ InstaShow Review Review Date: June 19, 2019 MSRP: Technology:
	Epson Home Cinema 5050UB Review – An Extremely 4K Capable Home Theater Projector Review Date: May 12, 2019 MSRP:$2999 Technology: 3LCD
	The Epson Pro Cinema 6050UB Has Arrived – Turns Out It Is Even Better! Review Date: May 7, 2019 MSRP: Technology:
	Meet the Epson Home Cinema 5050UB – This New Ultra Black Projector Raises the Bar Review Date: May 1, 2019 MSRP: Technology:
	The Laser Projector Revolution is Upon Us – And Epson is Leading the Charge Review Date: April 19, 2019 MSRP: Technology:
	Epson Home Cinema 5050UB – The Best Home Theater Projector Value Yet? – A First Look Review Review Date: April 13, 2019 MSRP:$2999 Technology: 3LCD

	Epson Pro L1755UNL Commercial Laser Projector Review Review Date: March 31, 2019 MSRP:$33,000 Technology: 3LCD
	Dell Advanced Projector: P519HL Laser Projector Review Review Date: March 12, 2019 MSRP:$2499 Technology: DLP
	BenQ HT3550 Home Theater Projector – A First Look Review Review Date: March 11, 2019 MSRP:$1,499 Technology: DLP
	NEC Commercial Laser Projectors – Advanced Wall Melting Performance Review Date: March 8, 2019 MSRP: Technology:
	Epson’s HC4010 and PC4050 Take Off – Combining 4K Capabilities, Features and Value Review Date: January 15, 2019 MSRP: Technology: 0
	Epson Home Cinema 4010/Pro Cinema 4050 4K Capable Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: December 6, 2018 MSRP:$1999/$2399 Technology: 3LCD
	Optoma HD143X Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: December 5, 2018 MSRP:$899 Technology: DLP (1)
	Epson Pro Cinema 4050 First Look Review – 4K UHD with HDR Review Date: October 23, 2018 MSRP:$2,399 Technology: 3LCD
	ViewSonic PX706HD Gaming Projector Review Review Date: October 22, 2018 MSRP:$785 Technology: DLP
	Epson Combines 4K Capabilities, Performance, Features with a Focus on Value Review Date: October 21, 2018 MSRP: Technology: 0
	Epson PowerLite 1785W Wireless Portable Projector Review Review Date: October 13, 2018 MSRP:$899 Technology: 3 LCD
	JVC DLA-RS3000 First Look Review – With 8K Resolution Review Date: October 9, 2018 MSRP:$17,999 Technology: D-ILA-3
	JVC DLA-RS440U Review – A Serious, 4K Capable Home Theater Projector Review Date: August 20, 2018 MSRP:$3999 Technology: LCOS 3 Panel
	ViewSonic PJD7828HDL Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: January 7, 2018 MSRP:$679 Technology: DLP (1)
	Two Holiday Guides, Ten Great Home Projectors Review Date: November 28, 2017 MSRP: Technology: 0
	Epson Home Cinema 2100 and 2150 Home Entertainment Projector Review Review Date: November 16, 2017 MSRP:$899 Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema LS100 Laser Projector Review Review Date: November 9, 2017 MSRP:$2999 Technology: 3LCD
	NEC NP-PA653UL Business/Education Projector Review Review Date: September 27, 2017 MSRP:$7,779 Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema 1060 First Look Review Review Date: August 30, 2017 MSRP:$649 Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema 660 First Look Review Review Date: August 29, 2017 MSRP: Technology: 0
	Epson Home Cinema 2150 First Look Review Review Date: August 28, 2017 MSRP: Technology: 0
	AAXA M6 Projector Review – 1080p Pocket Sized and LED! Review Date: August 16, 2017 MSRP:$599 Technology: LED
	Epson Home Cinema 2100 First Look Review Review Date: August 13, 2017 MSRP: Technology: 0
	Epson Home Cinema 4000 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: July 30, 2017 MSRP:$2199 Technology: 3LCD
	Acer H7550ST Home Entertainment Projector Review Review Date: April 14, 2017 MSRP:$999 Technology: DLP
	The Astonishing Epson Pro Cinema 4040 Home Theater Projector – Review Review Date: March 16, 2017 MSRP:$2699 Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema 3700 Projector Review Review Date: February 14, 2017 MSRP:$1499 Technology: 3LCD
	Epson PowerLite 2265U Projector Review Review Date: February 8, 2017 MSRP:$2299 Technology: 3LCD
	InFocus IN5148HD Projector Review Review Date: January 28, 2017 MSRP:$6889 Technology: DLP
	BenQ HT6050 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: November 15, 2016 MSRP:3799 Technology: DLP
	Viewsonic Pro8530HDL Projector Review Review Date: October 16, 2016 MSRP:$2169.99 Technology: DLP
	HT Projectors: Sony VPL-HW45ES vs Epson HC5040UB Review Date: September 24, 2016 MSRP: Technology:
	InFocus IN1118HD Mobile Projector Review Review Date: September 13, 2016 MSRP:$1149 Technology: DLP
	Sony VPL-HW45ES Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: August 27, 2016 MSRP:$1999 Technology: SXRD (3)
	LG MiniBeam PF1000U Projector Review Review Date: August 16, 2016 MSRP:$1,399 Technology: DLP
	Epson Home Cinema 5040UB, Pro Cinema 6040UB Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: August 11, 2016 MSRP:$2699 Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Powerlite Pro L1500, L1505 Laser Projector Review Review Date: July 8, 2016 MSRP:21999 Technology: 3LCD
	BenQ SU931 Large Venue Projector Review Review Date: July 8, 2016 MSRP:2900 Technology: DLP
	ViewSonic PJD7835HD Projector Review Review Date: May 12, 2016 MSRP:899 Technology: DLP
	JVC DLA-RS400U Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: April 30, 2016 MSRP:3995 Technology: D-ILA-3
	Epson Pro Cinema 1985 W Projector Review Review Date: April 11, 2016 MSRP:2499 Technology: 3LCD
	Optoma EH320USTi Ultra-Short Throw Projector Review Review Date: March 18, 2016 MSRP:$1799 Technology: DLP
	Sony VPL-HW65ES Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: March 6, 2016 MSRP:3999 Technology: SXRD (3)
	Epson Home Cinema 1040 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: February 4, 2016 MSRP:799 Technology: 3LCD
	JVC DLA-RS600U, X950R Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: January 25, 2016 MSRP:$9995 Technology: D-ILA-3
	Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 1440 Projector Review Review Date: December 28, 2015 MSRP:1699 Technology: 3LCD
	Sony VPL-VW665ES 4K Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: December 18, 2015 MSRP:14999 Technology: SXRD (3)
	BenQ HT4050 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: November 6, 2015 MSRP:1399 Technology: DLP
	Epson Home Cinema 2040 and 2045 Projectors – A Review Review Date: September 16, 2015 MSRP:799 Technology: 3LCD
	Epson LS10000 vs JVC DLA-RS6710 – Two Awesome HT Projectors Review Date: September 9, 2015 MSRP: Technology: 0
	Epson PowerLite Pro Z10005UNL Projector Review Review Date: August 2, 2015 MSRP:28,999 Technology: 3LCD
	Optoma HD37 Home Projector Review Review Date: July 2, 2015 MSRP:999 Technology: DLP
	Epson Powerlite Pro Cinema G6550WU Commercial and Home Entertainment Projector – Review Review Date: June 12, 2015 MSRP:4999 Technology: 3LCD
	BenQ HC1200 Projector Review Review Date: April 27, 2015 MSRP:$999 ($889 street price) Technology: DLP
	JVC DLA-RS6710U, RS67U, X900R, 4K Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: April 22, 2015 MSRP:12495 Technology: D-ILA
	ViewSonic PJD7822HDL Home Entertainment Projector Review Review Date: March 19, 2015 MSRP:789 Technology: DLP