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

Epson’s HC4010 and PC4050 Take Off – Combining 4K Capabilities, Features and Value
Late 2018 Epson launched two versions of what is now a truly top selling home theater projector: Th…Read More
January 15, 2019
Optoma HD143X Home Theater Projector Review
The Optoma HD143X is a 1080p (1920 x 1080) resolution projector with DLP technology. When I received…Read More
December 5, 2018
Epson Pro Cinema 4050 First Look Review – 4K UHD with HDR
At CEDIA 2018, Epson announced their new Pro Cinema 4050 home theater projector. This exciting new p…Read More
October 23, 2018
ViewSonic PX706HD Gaming Projector Review
The ViewSonic PX706HD is a DLP projector with 1080p (1920 x 1080) resolution. I am particularly exci…Read More
October 22, 2018
Epson Combines 4K Capabilities, Performance, Features with a Focus on Value
Epson’s newest home theater projector is now shipping! Meet the new Epson Pro Cinema 4050, a project…Read More
October 21, 2018
Epson PowerLite 1785W Wireless Portable Projector Review
The Epson PowerLite 1785W is a WXGA (1280×800) 3LCD projector intended for the traveling professiona…Read More
October 13, 2018
JVC DLA-RS3000 First Look Review – With 8K Resolution
A rather exciting evolution of home theater projectors was revealed at CEDIA 2018, held last month i…Read More
October 9, 2018
JVC DLA-RS440U Review – A Serious, 4K Capable Home Theater Projector
The JVC DLA-RS440U is a home theater projector that I’ve long been waiting to review. This is its se…Read More
August 20, 2018
ViewSonic PJD7828HDL Home Theater Projector Review
The Viewsonic PJD7828HDL is an entry level priced 1080p resolution DLP projector, one that provides…Read More
January 7, 2018
Two Holiday Guides, Ten Great Home Projectors
‘Tis the season to be shopping – for home theater projectors! We have created two Holiday Gift Guide…Read More
November 28, 2017

1080P Projector Reviews REVIEWS

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	Epson’s HC4010 and PC4050 Take Off – Combining 4K Capabilities, Features and Value Review Date: January 15, 2019 MSRP: N/A Technology: 0
	Optoma HD143X Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: December 5, 2018 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP (1)
	Epson Pro Cinema 4050 First Look Review – 4K UHD with HDR Review Date: October 23, 2018 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	ViewSonic PX706HD Gaming Projector Review Review Date: October 22, 2018 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Epson Combines 4K Capabilities, Performance, Features with a Focus on Value Review Date: October 21, 2018 MSRP: N/A Technology: 0
	Epson PowerLite 1785W Wireless Portable Projector Review Review Date: October 13, 2018 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3 LCD
	JVC DLA-RS3000 First Look Review – With 8K Resolution Review Date: October 9, 2018 MSRP: N/A Technology: D-ILA-3
	JVC DLA-RS440U Review – A Serious, 4K Capable Home Theater Projector Review Date: August 20, 2018 MSRP: N/A Technology: LCOS 3 Panel

	ViewSonic PJD7828HDL Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: January 7, 2018 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP (1)
	Two Holiday Guides, Ten Great Home Projectors Review Date: November 28, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: 0
	Epson Home Cinema 2100 and 2150 Home Entertainment Projector Review Review Date: November 16, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema LS100 Laser Projector Review Review Date: November 9, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	NEC NP-PA653UL Business/Education Projector Review Review Date: September 27, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema 660 First Look Review Review Date: August 29, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: 0
	AAXA M6 Projector Review – 1080p Pocket Sized and LED! Review Date: August 16, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: LED
	Epson Home Cinema 4000 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: July 30, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD

	Acer H7550ST Home Entertainment Projector Review Review Date: April 14, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	The Astonishing Epson Pro Cinema 4040 Home Theater Projector – Review Review Date: March 16, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema 3700 Projector Review Review Date: February 14, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Epson PowerLite 2265U Projector Review Review Date: February 8, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	InFocus IN5148HD Projector Review Review Date: January 28, 2017 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	BenQ HT6050 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: November 15, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Viewsonic Pro8530HDL Projector Review Review Date: October 16, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	HT Projectors: Sony VPL-HW45ES vs Epson HC5040UB Review Date: September 24, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology:

	InFocus IN1118HD Mobile Projector Review Review Date: September 13, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Sony VPL-HW45ES Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: August 27, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: SXRD (3)
	LG MiniBeam PF1000U Projector Review Review Date: August 16, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Epson Home Cinema 5040UB, Pro Cinema 6040UB Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: August 11, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Powerlite Pro L1500, L1505 Laser Projector Review Review Date: July 8, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	BenQ SU931 Large Venue Projector Review Review Date: July 8, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	ViewSonic PJD7835HD Projector Review Review Date: May 12, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	JVC DLA-RS400U Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: April 30, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: D-ILA-3

	Epson Pro Cinema 1985 W Projector Review Review Date: April 11, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Optoma EH320USTi Ultra-Short Throw Projector Review Review Date: March 18, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Sony VPL-HW65ES Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: March 6, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: SXRD (3)
	Epson Home Cinema 1040 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: February 4, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	JVC DLA-RS600U, X950R Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: January 25, 2016 MSRP: N/A Technology: D-ILA-3
	Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 1440 Projector Review Review Date: December 28, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Sony VPL-VW665ES 4K Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: December 18, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: SXRD (3)
	BenQ HT4050 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: November 6, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP

	Epson Home Cinema 2040 and 2045 Projectors – A Review Review Date: September 16, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Epson LS10000 vs JVC DLA-RS6710 – Two Awesome HT Projectors Review Date: September 9, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: 0
	Epson PowerLite Pro Z10005UNL Projector Review Review Date: August 2, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Optoma HD37 Home Projector Review Review Date: July 2, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Epson Powerlite Pro Cinema G6550WU Commercial and Home Entertainment Projector – Review Review Date: June 12, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	BenQ HC1200 Projector Review Review Date: April 27, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	JVC DLA-RS6710U, RS67U, X900R, 4K Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: April 22, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: D-ILA
	ViewSonic PJD7822HDL Home Entertainment Projector Review Review Date: March 19, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP

	Epson Pro-Cinema LS9600e Projector Review Review Date: March 13, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD on Quartz (LCoQ)
	Optoma HD161X Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: January 21, 2015 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Sony VPL-CH375 Projector Review Review Date: November 25, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Sony VPL-VW1100ES 4K Projector – A Review Review Date: November 22, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: SXRD (3)
	Epson Home Cinema 3500 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: October 30, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Optoma HD141X Projector Review Review Date: October 12, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	BenQ HT1075 Projector Review Review Date: October 4, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Epson Pro Cinema LS10000 Laser Home Theater Projector – Review Review Date: September 9, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD on Quartz (LCoQ)
	LG PF85U LED Projector – Review Review Date: August 28, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Sony VPL-HW40ES Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: July 10, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: SXRD (3)
	Optoma HD91 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: June 11, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	JVC DLA-RS4910, DLA-RS49, DLA-X500R Projector Review Review Date: April 14, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: D-ILA
	Sony VPL-HW55ES Projector vs. Epson HC5030UB Projector Review Date: March 29, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology:
	BenQ W7500 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: March 18, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Vivitek Qumi Q7 LED Projector – Review Review Date: March 1, 2014 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	BenQ W1500 Home Projector – Review Review Date: December 25, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Epson Pro Cinema 6030UB Projector Quick Look Review Review Date: December 16, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema 2000 Projector Quick Look Review Review Date: December 16, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Review: Optoma HD131Xe Projector Review Date: December 16, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Review: Sony VPL-HW55ES Home Theater Projector Review Date: December 7, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: LCoS
	Epson Pro Cinema 4030 Projector – Review Review Date: November 12, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema 5030 UB Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: October 27, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Epson Home Cinema 2030 Projector Review Review Date: August 27, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	Viewsonic PJD7820HD Projector Review Review Date: August 5, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Optoma HD25-LV Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: July 10, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	JVC DLA-X35 Projector Review Review Date: March 3, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: D-ILA
	JVC DLA-X95R Projector Review Review Date: February 16, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: D-ILA
	Mitsubishi HC8000D Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: February 1, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	Epson Pro Cinema 6020 UB Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: January 27, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: 3LCD
	BenQ W1070 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: January 6, 2013 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP
	JVC DLA-X55R Projector Review Review Date: December 21, 2012 MSRP: N/A Technology: D-ILA
	Optoma HD23 Home Theater Projector Review Review Date: December 7, 2012 MSRP: N/A Technology: DLP