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Acer H6510BD Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£510Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:3000Throw ratio:1.15-1.5:1Lamp life:4000 hours

Acer H6510BD Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Acer H6510BD
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
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Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

8.9

User score

â–²Better than 50% of projectors
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 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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â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

â–²Better than 70%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

42%

7.4

Image Quality

22%

5.7

Projection & Lens

12%

5.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

5.6

Audio & Features

8%

6.1

Connectivity

6%

4.5

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 56%
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 10
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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 distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 91%
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What owners say about the Acer H6510BD

Based on 38 owners sharing their experience in online comments

29%positive10%mixed61%negative

Owners praise the helpful repair guidance and improved picture, while many report image blemishes, noisy fans, and startup trouble.

What owners dislike

  • Owners see bright or dark spots, shadows or crystal-like patches on the picture, sometimes after the projector is moved.5
  • Some owners get no lights or fan after repair; one said pressing the reset switch let it power on, briefly.4
  • Owners say the fan gets very loud, sometimes running at full speed about a minute after starting, including after the chip was cleaned.4
  • Owners report the lamp LED blinking and the projector shutting off after 30–40 seconds, sometimes even with the old lamp.4
  • Getting to the lenses and DMD chip means opening the projector; one owner needed ten passes with an antistatic cloth to clear the chip.3
  • Some owners say the projector went dead after reassembly or a lamp change, with no LED or fan, and one reported a short circuit.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of projector Acer H6510BD

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

42%

7.4

Image Quality

22%

5.7

Projection & Lens

12%

5.4

HDMI & Gaming

10%

5.6

Audio & Features

8%

6.1

Connectivity

6%

4.5

Design & Power

6.4
User score
User score
8.9/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

9.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
9.2/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Popularity:
Acer H6510BD has a popularity score of 9.2 points, which is higher than 82.7% of projectors.
9.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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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â–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

7.8

Price

7.0
ANSI lumens
3,000
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 3,000 ANSI lumens, brighter than 64.2% of projectors and equal to 9.1% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
10,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 10000:1, higher than 44% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 59.7% of projectors.
Output Resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.15-1.5:1
Min throw distance
1.5 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.5 m, longer than 80.5% of projectors and equal to 6.1% of projectors.
Max projection size
300 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.9% of projectors and equal to 37.9% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.3
Market range: <1.1 – >2.1
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 39.5% of projectors and equal to 13.7% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
17 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 17 ms, lower than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not support ALLM. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
1.4
This projector supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54.8% of projectors and equal to 34% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.5% of projectors and equal to 45.2% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45% of projectors and equal to 47.7% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not support Wi-Fi. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.2% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% of projectors.
UHP.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
4,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 4,000 hours, longer than 77.2% of projectors and equal to 9.9% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
5,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 5,000 hours, longer than 85.4% of projectors and equal to 6.9% of projectors.
ExtremeEco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
290 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 290 W of power, more than 64.6% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
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Acer H6510BD vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 36.4% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,000 vs 2,200
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    This projector has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.65 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 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.
    1 vs 0
  • 53.5 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    300 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 10 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (17 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    17 ms vs 27 ms
  • 11.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 10
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    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 distribution
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    the average projector
    Acer H6510BD has a higher user score than the average projector (8.91 vs 8.000).
    8.91 vs 8
  • 88.3% more popular
    Acer H6510BD has a higher popularity than the average projector (9.18 vs 4.9).
    9.18 vs 4.87
  • 36.4% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,000 vs 2,200
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    This projector has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.65 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 53.5 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    300 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 10 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (17 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    17 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Includes DVI
    This projector includes DVI input, while the average projector does not. 6% of projectors include DVI input.
  • Includes VGA
    This projector includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 45.3% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 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.
    1 vs 0
  • 29% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (2.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    2.2 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    UHP.
    lamp vs laser
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 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
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    1.4 vs 2.0
  • 0.48 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.5 m vs 1.025 m
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 0.48 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.5 m vs 1.025 m
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz 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 2.0.
    1.4 vs 2.0
  • Old HDCP version
    This projector has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 80% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (2 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 W vs 10 W
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    UHP.
    lamp vs laser
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 15,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    ExtremeEco mode rating.
    5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 2 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    32 dB vs 30 dB
  • 8 older model
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2013 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    February 2013
    2013 vs 2021
  • 55 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (290 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    290 W vs 235 W

Video reviews

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

9.0
Babit Singh
≈ estimated
26/09/2021
Hands-on gaming test · Xbox Series S on the projector
Verdict
Acer H6510BD looks great for gaming, though it is only Full HD and lacks HDR.
9.0
i Technology Reviews
≈ estimated
23/04/2015
Full review part 1 · unboxing, features and lamp tips
Verdict
Acer H6510BD delivers excellent picture quality and very quiet operation, with little setup needed.
9.0
Picopros
≈ estimated
30/05/2013
Performance review · dark-room gaming, Netflix and YouTube tests
Verdict
Acer H6510BD delivers great performance for gaming and video, with bright, vibrant images and loud built-in audio.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

projectorreviews.com
02/07/2013
Hands-on review · Budget 1080p DLP
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a low-cost 1080p projector for living rooms, with a long-life lamp and Blu-ray 3D, though its 3D looks dim on big screens.
pcmag.com
24/06/2013
Hands-on test · Home entertainment
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a good home entertainment pick if rainbow flashes don't bother you, with full 3D from Blu-ray players and cable boxes.
uk.pcmag.com
05/06/2013
Image-quality review · Budget 1080p DLP
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a low-cost, full 1080p projector with Blu-ray 3D, a good pick if rainbow flashes don't bother you.
trustedreviews.com
09/07/2014
Hands-on test · Home cinema picture
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a sensible first home cinema projector whose bright picture keeps dark scenes from looking washed out, despite some rainbow flashes.
homecinemachoice.com
18/09/2014
Viewing test · Picture quality
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a sharp, vivid Full HD projector whose blacks and detail beat rivals in its class, but motion blur and rainbows hold it back.
expertreviews.co.uk
05/05/2013
Hands-on test · Bright room use
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD suits lit rooms with its bright 3,000-lumen picture, but fixed presets and separate 3D glasses count against it next to the Optoma HD25.
theskinny.co.uk
10/12/2014
Hands-on test · Living room use
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a solid entry-level projector for streamed films and games in a dark room, but its fan and heat are noticeable.
projectorcentral.com
12/04/2013
Lab test · Color and brightness
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a bright 1080p 3D projector that suits lit living rooms, but weak color accuracy and rainbows make the BenQ W1070 the better choice for video.
notebookcheck.net
29/06/2013
Lab test · Noise and heat
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a sharp Full HD projector that shows Blu-rays well and suits office use, though its fan is loud and placement must be exact.
projectorreviews.com
13/08/2013
Lab test · Out-of-box picture
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD gives a pleasing picture straight out of the box, but it has just one User memory, so calibrating it risks wiping your settings.
godisageek.com
01/02/2015
Hands-on test · Gaming and movies
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a bright projector with a sharp picture for movies and games, but its tinny built-in speakers mean you will need external audio.
chip.de
09/04/2013
Lab test · Compact DLP projector
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a bright, lightweight Full HD projector for presentations, though its loud fan makes movie nights less cozy.
notebookcheck.com
25/06/2013
Lab test · Full HD DLP
Verdict
The Acer H6510BD is a compact Full HD projector with sharp detail and good colors, but its loud fan and need for exact placement hold it back.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Acer H6510BD

  • High brightness (rated 3,000 lumens) suitable for rooms with ambient light
  • Excellent value for money as an entry-level 1080p projector
  • Full 3D support including Blu-ray 3D and 2D-to-3D conversion
  • Compact, lightweight, and portable design including a carrying bag
  • Good shadow detail and respectable black levels for its price point
  • Long lamp life (up to 7,000 hours in Eco mode)
  • Low input lag making it a strong choice for gaming
  • Easy setup with wall color compensation features

What customers don't like about Acer H6510BD

  • Lack of user-savable settings; changes often wipe out previous calibrations
  • Noticeable fan noise, especially when not in Eco mode
  • Potential for 'rainbow artifacts' common in single-chip DLP projectors
  • Limited placement flexibility due to fixed vertical offset and lack of lens shift
  • Internal 2-watt speaker is underpowered and lacks depth
  • Remote control is not backlit, making it difficult to use in dark rooms
  • Instruction manual is often cited as being poor or unhelpful

Verdict

The Acer H6510BD is a versatile 1080p Full HD DLP projector featuring a high brightness of 3,000 ANSI lumens and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, making it suitable for both home cinema and professional presentations in rooms with ambient light. It includes comprehensive 3D support with Blu-ray 3D compatibility and instant 2D-to-3D conversion, alongside energy-efficient technologies that extend lamp life up to 7,000 hours in ExtremeEco mode. Main advantages include its exceptional brightness for the price, portable lightweight design at approximately 4.85 lbs, and dual HDMI connectivity; however, it is noted for audible fan noise at full power, a lack of multiple savable user settings, and potential rainbow artifacts common in single-chip DLP systems.

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