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AAXA L500 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£310Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:?Throw ratio:1.2:1Lamp life:30000 hours

AAXA L500 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 5 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

AAXA L500
6.7/10

Overall score

Score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

6.3

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

6.3

Reviews score

10%

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Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 77% of projectors
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–²Better than 69%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

42%

6.4

Image Quality

22%

6.1

Projection & Lens

12%

5.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.3

Audio & Features

8%

5.9

Connectivity

6%

7.2

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 59%
6.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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6.3

Mark 8.2 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.4

Average grade

20%

7.5

Popularity

Grades by review (5)
5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 75%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
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Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the AAXA L500

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Reviewers love the sharp, well-focused picture, and most are happy with the built-in apps, though not everyone is sold on them.
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Technical Specifications of projector AAXA L500

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

42%

6.4

Image Quality

22%

6.1

Projection & Lens

12%

5.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.3

Audio & Features

8%

5.9

Connectivity

6%

7.2

Design & Power

6.3
Reviews score
6.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.7

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.4
ANSI lumens
?
Contrast ratio
1,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1000:1, lower than 85.9% of projectors and equal to 7.5% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 27% of projectors and equal to 59.2% of projectors.
Output resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 25.9% of projectors and equal to 42.3% of projectors.
Projection technology
LCD
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.2:1
Min throw distance
0.5 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.5 m, shorter than 87.1% of projectors and equal to 3.2% of projectors.
Max projection size
140 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 140 inch, smaller than 77.5% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
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What reviewers say
Input lag
?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not switch to low-latency mode automatically. 16.1% of projectors offer this.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
1.4
This projector supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54% of projectors and equal to 35.7% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 51.2% of projectors and equal to 46.5% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.2% of projectors and equal to 42.9% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector connects to Wi-Fi networks for streaming. 46.7% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector uses Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which is newer than 55.6% of projectors and the same as in 27.5% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
5
This projector supports Bluetooth 5, more modern than 62.4% of projectors and equal to 17.1% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Operating system
Android 9.0
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81% of projectors run Android OS.
Android 9
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 36.8% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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What reviewers say
Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.6% of projectors and equal to 39.9% of projectors.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
30,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 67.9% of projectors and equal to 25.9% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 64% of projectors and equal to 31.9% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
88 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 88 W of power, less than 75.9% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
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AAXA L500 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 20 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    50 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 20 degrees more horizontal correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    50 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 0.51 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.5 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
    motorized vs manual
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
    Via pre-installed AirPin app.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector 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.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 2 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2023 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    June 2023
    2023 vs 2021
  • 20 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    50 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 20 degrees more horizontal correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (50 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    50 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 0.51 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.5 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
    motorized vs manual
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
    Via pre-installed AirPin app.
  • Supports Miracast mirroring
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 46.4% of projectors offer this.
    Via Wi-Fi Direct.
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 19.1% of projectors feature Android OS.
    Android 9
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector 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.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector 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.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 142 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (88 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    88 W vs 230 W
  • 109 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (188 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    188 mm vs 297 mm
  • 32.9% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (2 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    2 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector 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
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector 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
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector 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
  • Basic light source
    This projector 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
    This projector 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
    This projector 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
  • 14.9% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.3/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models

    6.3

    Mark 8.2 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.4

    Average grade

    20%

    7.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (5)
    5 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.3 vs 7.4
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector 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
    This projector 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
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • No 3D video
    This projector does not support 3D video, while the average projector does. 55.4% of projectors support 3D video.
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not display 3D with glasses, while the average projector does. 54.4% of projectors offer 3D with glasses.
  • 110 inch smaller image size
    This projector 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
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector 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
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector 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
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    1.4 vs 2
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 104 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (226 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    226 mm vs 122 mm

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Roberto Jorge Tech
≈ estimated
15/09/2023
Hands-on review · short-throw distance and app tests
Verdict
AAXA L500 is a good pick for small rooms, throwing a large image from a short distance.
9.0
GADGET CRUNCH
≈ estimated
26/08/2023
Hands-on review · several days of use and casting
Verdict
AAXA L500 is an excellent projector for its price, especially as an all-in-one for dark rooms.
9.0
Galaxy Tech Review
≈ estimated
21/08/2023
Hands-on review · image, sound and app tests
Verdict
AAXA L500 is a solid home theater projector, especially good for dark-room viewing.
6.0
Eight-Six
≈ estimated
21/08/2023
Hands-on review · speaker, fan noise and image tests
Verdict
AAXA L500 is a fun budget projector for beginners, though its weaknesses are hard to overlook.
9.0
aimzpiano
≈ estimated
03/08/2023
First impressions · unboxing, focus and movie test
Verdict
AAXA L500 has a clear picture and a good built-in speaker; the creator recommends it without caveats.
Not graded
Brand video

Third-party reviews

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 don't like 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.

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.

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