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What will you use your projector for most?
Before we get into all the techy stuff, it’s a good idea to work out what you’re going to use it for the most — since different types of projectors will be best suited to one activity over another. We've broken it down into four categories to help you find the features you’ll need for everything from watching movies to giving presentations:

Want the best projector for your home theatre? You'll want:

  • Full HD or 4K resolution to see all the detail in your favourite films.

  • A high contrast ratio to see deep blacks and bright whites.

  • HDMI port(s) for connecting a Blu-ray player or laptop for streaming.

  • Widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio for a full image without black bars or cropped scenes.

Look out for these must-haves in the best portable projectors:

  • Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for wireless streaming and audio (plus a neat setup).

  • Light and compact design so it’s easy to take with you.

  • Manual zoom and adjustable focus to get the view just right anywhere.

  • Built-in batteries for watching films at friends’ houses or presenting to clients you’re visiting.

For presentations that go without a hitch, go for office projectors with:

  • HDMI, VGA, and USB inputs to hook up laptops and extra peripherals.

  • A large HD-ready screen for clear, readable text and graphics.

  • 16:10 aspect ratio for even more screen real-estate.

  • High brightness (at least 3000 lumens) to see content clearly in daylight.

Want next-level gameplay? Choose a gaming projector featuring:

  • A 4K resolution for amazing graphics from your PS5 or Xbox Series X|S console.

  • Low input lag so there’s no delay between your controller and what’s onscreen.

  • A high refresh rate (at least 120Hz) for smooth gameplay free of motion blur.

  • Keystone correction to properly align the image and prevent distortion.

What’s your perfect projector screen size?
Most projectors produce a picture from around 30" to 300", with some going up to a whopping 500 inches! We've listed the most common projector display sizes below to help you figure out the best fit for your space:

30" to 100" projectors

For gaming and watching movies in your lounge, a small projector screen up to 100 inches is all you'll need. Images will be easy to see and look great in the dark.

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101" to 200" projectors

Got a spare room you want to turn into a home cinema? Or maybe you need a projector for a classroom or conference room? A projector around this size should fit perfectly.

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201" to 300" projectors

A large projector screen between 201 and 300 inches is best for small-to-medium sized concert venues and lecture halls with audiences up to 100 people.

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Over 300" projectors

Projectors over 300 inches are made for outdoor movie theatres, big concert halls, and huge auditoriums. You can get an epic screen with a high-quality picture.

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Projectors tech jargon buster
Buying a projector should be simple enough but some of the terminology can be downright confusing. So, let’s shed some light on what some of those terms mean:
Projector connectivity
Projectors can connect to all sorts of tech — from set top boxes to Blu-ray players, streaming devices, laptops, tablets, phones, and gaming consoles. You can boost your sound by hooking them up to soundbars, speakers, and headphones too.

HDMI

Any HDMI device can be connected to a projector with an HDMI port. This includes Blu-ray players, games consoles, soundbars, and streaming devices (like a Fire TV stick).

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VGA

A VGA (Video Graphics Array) port lets you pair your projector up with other common office tech like laptops and desktop PCs.

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USB

Projectors with a USB port can read content from USB drives and devices — perfect for sharing photos and movies. Some can even charge your phone or tablet while you watch.

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Wi-Fi

A Wi-Fi projector lets you stream content from your phone, tablet, or laptop via wireless tech like AirPlay and Chromecast. This makes it easy to quickly share photos, videos, or a presentation without having to faff around with cables or adapters.

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Bluetooth

Projectors with Bluetooth let you wirelessly connect to Bluetooth-enabled speakers and soundbars for a bigger and more immersive sound. Want to watch a film without disturbing anyone? Just pair up with Bluetooth headphones.

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3.5mm jack

The 3.5mm jack is just like the headphone port on your laptop or phone. It lets you connect compatible desktop speakers, a portable speaker, or pair of headphones using a standard auxiliary audio cable.

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