Optoma HD30LV vs HZ40HDR: What’s the Difference for Gaming Performance?

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Introduce​

Parameter	Optoma HD30LV​	Optoma HZ40HDR​
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Price​	$649​	$899​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Business​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​
Highlight​	Projection Distance Range: Up to 32'9" Image Size at Distance: 120" from 13.07' away Resolution: 1080P (1920x1080) Input Lag: 8.4ms @ 1080p120Hz, 16ms @ 1080p60Hz HDMI Version: HDMI 2.0 with 4K HDR input Contrast Ratio: 22,000:1 HDR Support: HDR10 and HLG, outputs 1080p HDR	Laser Light Source: DuraCore technology, 30,000 hours, IPX6 dust resistance Projection Distance: Up to 32'9", 120" image from 13'10" Resolution: 1080p (1920x1080) Game Mode Response Time: 4ms @ 1080p240Hz, 16ms @ 4K60Hz, 16ms @ 1080p60Hz, 8ms @ 1080p120Hz HDR Support: HDR10 and HLG, 300,000:1 contrast ratio

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	Optoma HD30LV​	Optoma HZ40HDR​
Screen Size​	29.93 Inches - 301.14 Inches​	20 Inches - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1.1 Meters - 10 Meters​	0.8 Meters - 10 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	22000:1​	300000:1​
Display Resolution​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1920 x 1080​	1920 x 1080​
Brightness​	4500 Lumen​	4000 Lumen​
Display Type​	Lamp​	Laser​
Picture Enhancement​	Yes​	-​

Features​

Parameter	Optoma HD30LV​	Optoma HZ40HDR​
Video Encoding​	HEVC (H.265)​	-​
Light Source Life​	15000 Hours​	30000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control​	Remote Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Tabletop Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Other Features​	4K HDR Input, Low Input Lag, High Brightness, Compact Size, Full 3D​	360 Degree & Portrait Mode, Low Power Consumption, DuraCore Laser Technology, Compact Size, Full 3D​

Connectivity​

Parameter	Optoma HD30LV​	Optoma HZ40HDR​
Connectivity Technology​	USB, HDMI​	USB, HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Audio​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Audio​
Compatible Devices​	Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox One S, Xbox Series X, Gaming PC​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Television, Tablet, Smartphone​

Measurements​

Parameter	Optoma HD30LV​	Optoma HZ40HDR​
L x W x H​	-​	10.79"L x 10.79"W x 8.5"H​
Item Weight​	6.4 Pounds​	6.61 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
Optoma HD30LV​	Pros: • Clear and sharp picture quality • Good brightness for various lighting conditions • Decent short throw capabilities for larger screens • Generally works well like previous Optoma models Cons: • Sound output is extremely weak and requires additional speakers • Missing lens cap upon arrival • Poor quality of the remote control • Ineffective keystone correction • Noticeable fan noise during daytime use • Misleading product images suggesting it is a laser projector Overall Impression: While the projector offers impressive picture clarity and brightness, it falls short in audio quality and build details, making it a less favorable option without the need for additional equipment. Consumers may want to consider other brands or models, especially if sound is a priority.
Optoma HZ40HDR​	Pros • Very bright image, even in well-lit rooms or during the day • Clear video quality with good motion handling • Easy to set up • Larger screen size capability (17 feet wide) • Improved color accuracy possible with adjustments after setup • Eco mode helps stabilize picture settings Cons • Limited zoom functionality requires physical repositioning of the projector • Factory color settings are overly blue and require adjustment • Firmware has issues with auto-adjustment during dimly lit scenes, causing annoying toggling • Built-in speaker quality may not meet high standards for audio during sports events Overall Impression The projector offers impressive brightness and clarity, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. While it does require some initial setup to achieve optimal color settings and has limitations with zoom and audio quality, its performance, especially after adjustments, is commendable. With the right tweaks, it can deliver a satisfying viewing experience for various media types.