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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£310
  • Avg. price in US: ~$170
  • ANSI lumens: ?
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 1.2:1

AAXA L500 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

5.8

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.6

Technical Score

10.0%

7.1

User score

Good
5.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

6.0

Image Quality

22.0%

5.4

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.6

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

5.6

Audio & Features

8.0%

5.0

Connectivity

6.0%

6.8

Design & Power

Good
7.1

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

3.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(17)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Very good
  • 5.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Input lag

    25.0%

    1.0

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    5.0

    Audio output power

  • 9.4
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.5

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    10

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Smart TV features

  • 5.0
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    ?

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    7.2

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The AAXA L500 is a portable smart home theatre projector featuring native 1080p resolution, 500 LED lumens of brightness, and a long-lasting LED light source rated for up to 30,000 hours. Built on an Android 9.0 platform with integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0, it supports direct streaming from apps and wireless audio connectivity. Its main advantages include a compact 2 kg design, motorized remote focus, 4-way digital keystone correction, and surprisingly loud 10-watt speakers. However, its primary drawbacks are a relatively low brightness that requires a dark room for optimal viewing, a lack of optical zoom, and no internal battery, requiring a constant connection to its power brick.

Technical Specifications of AAXA L500

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

6.0

Image Quality

22.0%

5.4

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.6

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

5.6

Audio & Features

8.0%

5.0

Connectivity

6.0%

6.8

Design & Power

5.6
AAXA L500 has a technical score of 5.63 points, which is lower than 59.5% of projectors.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.8

User reviews

30.0%

3.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
(17)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

7.1
AAXA L500 has a user score of 7.06 points, which is lower than 81% of projectors.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
3.0
AAXA L500 has a popularity of 3 points, which is higher than 56.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.8

Overall score

40.0%

8.9

Price

6.7
AAXA L500 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.7 points, which is higher than 75.9% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

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Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

1,000:1
AAXA L500 has a contrast ratio of 1000:1, lower than 85.5% of projectors and equal to 7.8% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
AAXA L500 uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% of projectors.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
AAXA L500 supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

LCD
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Throw ratio
What it is: Ratio between projection distance and image width.
When it matters: When room size and screen size have to match properly instead of guessing whether the projector will fit the space.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.2:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

0.5 m
AAXA L500 needs a minimum throw distance of 0.5 m, shorter than 87.7% of projectors and equal to 3.6% of projectors.
Max projection size
What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

140 inch
AAXA L500 supports projection sizes up to 140 inch, smaller than 77.9% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
AAXA L500 does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

Importance: LOW

no
AAXA L500 does not support ALLM. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
AAXA L500 does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

1.4
AAXA L500 supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 34.1% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

10.2 Gbps
AAXA L500 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.1% of projectors and equal to 45.4% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

1
AAXA L500 has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 42.2% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

yes
AAXA L500 supports Wi-Fi. 47.4% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
AAXA L500 supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.6% of projectors and equal to 29.2% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

Importance: LOW

yes
AAXA L500 supports Bluetooth. 50.1% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

5.0
AAXA L500 supports Bluetooth 5.0, more modern than 62.9% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

Importance: LOW

yes
AAXA L500 has smart TV features. 56.3% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

Android 9.0
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

Importance: LOW

no
AAXA L500 does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.6% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

yes
AAXA L500 includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

led
AAXA L500 uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

no
AAXA L500 does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

30,000 hours
AAXA L500 offers lamp life of 30000 hours, shorter than 68.9% of projectors and equal to 25.4% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

30,000 hours
AAXA L500 offers eco-mode lamp life of 30000 hours, shorter than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 35.6% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

88 W
AAXA L500 uses 88 W of power, less than 76.4% of projectors.
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AAXA L500 vs the average projector

  • 20 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    AAXA L500 offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    What it is: Range of vertical keystone correction supported.
    When it matters: When the projector sits too high or too low relative to the screen and vertical image correction becomes necessary.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AAXA L500 offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.50 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 20 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    AAXA L500 offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    What it is: Range of horizontal keystone correction supported.
    When it matters: When the projector cannot line up perfectly with the screen and you need side-to-side image correction.

    Importance: LOW

    AAXA L500 offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.50 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Built-in smart TV features
    AAXA L500 has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
    When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

    Importance: LOW

    AAXA L500 has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • 0.56 m shorter throw distance
    AAXA L500 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.5 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
    What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
    When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AAXA L500 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.5 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.0.5 m vs 1.06 m
  • Advanced focus control
    AAXA L500 offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
    What it is: Type of focus adjustment used by the projector.
    When it matters: When you change screen size or distance often, easier focus adjustment matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AAXA L500 offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.motorized vs manual
  • Supports Bluetooth
    AAXA L500 supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
    What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
    When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

    Importance: LOW

    AAXA L500 supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • Supports AirPlay
    AAXA L500 supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
    Via pre-installed AirPin app.
    What it is: Support for Apple AirPlay wireless streaming.
    When it matters: When you want smoother casting from Apple devices instead of relying on cables or third-party workarounds.

    Importance: LOW

    AAXA L500 supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    AAXA L500 has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    What it is: Number of analog audio input ports available.
    When it matters: When you connect several devices at the same time, port count matters.

    Importance: LOW

    AAXA L500 has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.1 vs 0
  • 20 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    AAXA L500 offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
  • 20 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    AAXA L500 offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
  • 0.56 m shorter throw distance
    AAXA L500 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.5 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
  • Advanced focus control
    AAXA L500 offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
  • Motorized focus
    AAXA L500 supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports AirPlay
    AAXA L500 supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    AAXA L500 supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • Supports Miracast
    AAXA L500 supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Includes memory card slot
    AAXA L500 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    AAXA L500 has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    AAXA L500 has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    AAXA L500 has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    AAXA L500 has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
  • 145.9 W lower power use
    AAXA L500 uses less power than the average projector (88 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 35.5% lighter weight
    AAXA L500 is lighter than the average projector (2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 111.5 mm narrower width
    AAXA L500 is narrower than the average projector (188 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.

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Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • No HDR10 support
    AAXA L500 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    AAXA L500 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    AAXA L500 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    AAXA L500 has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • No 3D support
    AAXA L500 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
    No supported 3D playback format is stated.
  • No 3D glasses support
    AAXA L500 does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.9% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 110 inch smaller image size
    AAXA L500 has a lower projection size than the average projector (140 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Limited HDMI format
    AAXA L500 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    AAXA L500 has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
  • Older HDMI version
    AAXA L500 has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    AAXA L500 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • No RS-232 control
    AAXA L500 does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • Basic light source
    AAXA L500 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 2 dB louder eco mode
    AAXA L500 has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (30 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
  • 99 mm taller body
    AAXA L500 is taller than the average projector (226 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
  • No HDR10 support
    AAXA L500 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
    What it is: Support for HDR10 high dynamic range standard.
    When it matters: When you want the projector to handle mainstream HDR movie and streaming content instead of standard dynamic range only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AAXA L500 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    AAXA L500 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
    When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    AAXA L500 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.1,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    AAXA L500 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    What it is: Number of bits per color channel for color depth.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: LOW

    AAXA L500 has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    AAXA L500 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
    When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

    Importance: LOW

    AAXA L500 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.1 vs 2
  • Limited HDMI format
    AAXA L500 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AAXA L500 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Basic light source
    AAXA L500 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
    When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

    Importance: LOW

    AAXA L500 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.led vs laser
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    AAXA L500 has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
    When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

    Importance: LOW

    AAXA L500 has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • 110 inch smaller image size
    AAXA L500 has a lower projection size than the average projector (140 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    AAXA L500 has a lower projection size than the average projector (140 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.140 inch vs 250 inch
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Connectivity
Design & Power

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.4
17 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about AAXA L500?

  • Native 1080p resolution provides a crisp and clear image for its price point.
  • Integrated 10W speaker system is surprisingly loud and full, often removing the need for external speakers.
  • Built-in Android 9.0 OS allows for direct streaming from apps like Disney+ and Prime Video.
  • Compact and lightweight 'tower' design makes it highly portable for home use or travel.
  • Motorised focus and digital keystone correction can be easily adjusted via the remote control.
  • Quiet operation with a rated noise level of only 30 dB.

What customers dislike about AAXA L500?

  • Brightness (500-550 LED lumens) can feel dim, requiring a very dark room for the best experience.
  • The mobile version of Netflix is pre-installed, which is limited to SD quality and requires an 'air mouse' to navigate.
  • Reliability concerns from some users regarding internal focus gears failing or connectivity issues over time.
  • Lack of physical onboard buttons makes the projector entirely dependent on the remote control.
  • No pre-set picture or sound profiles, limiting customisation options for different content types.

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JMGO PicoPlay

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6.6
wimius-p64
WiMiUS P64

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6.7
xgimi-elfin
XGIMI Elfin

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6.3
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NexiGo PJ40 Ultra

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6.5
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Lenovo Lecoo LK210

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6.9
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HAPPRUN 510G

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6.5
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Wanbo Mozart 1 Pro 2025

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6.4
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HAPPRUN H11

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7.0
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Wanbo Mozart 1 Pro

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6.3
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Aurzen Eazze D1 Max

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6.3
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Aurzen Boom Mini

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6.2

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