Projector vs TV vs Laser TV: Which should you choose?

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Now many young people will be a little confused, buy a TV or a projector, or buy a laser TV between the two? TV has always occupied an indispensable part of the home, but the rapid development of projectors in recent years is also exciting, so many people can't choose between the three.

However, for young people, the large screen look and feel of projection can bring greater visual impact and the effect is more shocking. Let's take a look at how to choose when Projector vs TV vs Laser TV.

Projector

Projector, as a mainstream cost-effective large-screen device, has received widespread attention.

Pros:

• big screen
• Small size of the machine
• Easy to carry
• Easy to install
• Projector light is more eye-friendly

Cons:

• The telephoto projector has certain requirements for the projection distance
• Depends on light
• Inexpensive projections need to be used in dark environments

Projectors are no longer limited to movie theaters and classrooms as they once were. At present, projectors can be perfectly integrated into home life, and they are more flexible in use and have a high degree of freedom. In addition, the projector market is very mature, not only the number of products is large, but also the price is lower than that of TV.

 

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TV​

Television has been an indispensable device in the home for a long time. There is an inherent perception in the eyes of many people to place a TV in the living room. Many people think that a TV must be placed in the living room to be more in line with the home decoration of the living room.

Pros:

• More choice
• Clear picture
• High Brightness

Cons:

• Bulky and heavy
• Wall-mounted TVs are troublesome to install
• It hurts the eyes more
• The bigger the size, the more expensive it is

TVs are still the mainstream movie viewing products at present, but they are larger and heavier, so handling is very troublesome. And the size of the current TV is getting bigger and bigger, so it is a challenge for the transportation, installation and placement space. The relative crampedness of the living room contradicts the absolute increase of screens. To get home theater-like enjoyment, the premise is to have a larger screen and a wider living environment.

 

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Laser TV​

Laser TV can be seen as an intermediate choice between TV and projection. Laser TV also uses the form of projection to play movies. Using laser light source, it has the characteristics of high brightness, long light source life and high picture contrast.

Pros:

• High Brightness
• Good quality
• Using laser light source
• No requirement for throw distance

Cons:

• Expensive
• Need to use with curtain
• Less choice

But laser TV takes up little space and can also be regarded as an ultra-short-throw projection. And it can be projected vertically upwards, placing it on a TV cabinet close to the wall to cast a large screen. However, laser projectors are not as flexible as projectors when it comes to adjustments such as keystone correction. And laser TVs are expensive and not suitable for users with too little budget.

 

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On the whole, users who want to have the ultimate viewing experience on a large screen can choose a 4K projector with higher brightness and better picture quality, such as Dangbei Mars Pro review.

If you are not interested in projection and want to buy a TV, you can consider Sony TV or Samsung TV.

See:
Sony X90K vs. Sony X90J TV
Samsung QN95B vs QN90B vs QN85B vs S95B Comparison Review

In terms of laser TV, due to the high price, you can choose Hisense or Epson brands according to your budget. If the pursuit of cost-effective, then the smart projector is a good choice.

See:
Hisense Laser TV L9 Series

At present, the brightness and display of mainstream projector products on the market can basically meet the needs of home viewing, and the price is more suitable than laser TV.