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Acer H7850 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,420Native panel resolution:2716x1528ANSI lumens:3000Throw ratio:1.39-2.22:1Lamp life:4000 hours

Acer H7850 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 3 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Acer H7850
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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%

6.9

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%

6.9

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 56% of projectors
5.8

Value for money

Value for money
5.8/ 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%

7.1

Overall score

30%

3.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 83%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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%

8.3

Image Quality

22%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12%

6.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.9

Audio & Features

8%

6.2

Connectivity

6%

5.3

Design & Power

â–²Better than 66%
6.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.9/ 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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6.9

Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

6.7

Popularity

Grades by review (3)
3 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 62%
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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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What reviewers say about the Acer H7850

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Technical Specifications of projector Acer H7850

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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%

8.3

Image Quality

22%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12%

6.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.9

Audio & Features

8%

6.2

Connectivity

6%

5.3

Design & Power

6.9
Reviews score
6.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.8/ 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%

7.1

Overall score

30%

3.0

Price

5.8
ANSI lumens
3,000
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 3,000 ANSI lumens, brighter than 62.9% of projectors and equal to 8.4% of projectors.
3,000 in eco mode.
Contrast ratio
1,000,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1, higher than 85.5% of projectors and equal to 1.9% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
2716x1528
This projector uses a native resolution of 2716x1528, higher than 89.2% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 71.2% of projectors and equal to 24.6% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.39-2.22:1
Min throw distance
1.3 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.3 m, longer than 72.2% of projectors and equal to 3.5% of projectors.
Max projection size
302 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 302 inch, larger than 91.2% of projectors and equal to 1.7% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.6
Market range: <1.1 – >2.06
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.6, wider than 61.5% of projectors and equal to 17% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
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Input lag
77 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 77 ms, higher than 92.6% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
At 4K/60Hz.
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
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 46.1% of projectors and equal to 35.9% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports use 2 and 1.4.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.9% of projectors and equal to 39.7% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 18 and 10.2 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.9% of projectors and equal to 47.3% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
?
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have built-in smart TV features. 43.9% of projectors offer this.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
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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Light source type
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 66.5% of projectors and equal to 33.5% of projectors.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
4,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 4,000 hours, longer than 78.8% of projectors and equal to 9.6% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
10,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 10,000 hours, longer than 64.8% of projectors and equal to 9.7% of projectors.
ExtremeEco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
315 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 315 W of power, more than 76.4% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
Normal mode power draw.
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Acer H7850 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
    2716x1528 vs 1920x1080
  • 52 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (302 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    302 inch vs 250 inch
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 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 in eco mode.
    3,000 vs 2,200
  • 0.19 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.
    0.66 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
    2716x1528 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 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 in eco mode.
    3,000 vs 2,200
  • 0.19 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.
    0.66 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 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
  • 52 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (302 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    302 inch vs 250 inch
  • 0.3 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.6 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    1.6 vs 1.3
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
    Via AcuMotion.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This projector has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • 1 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • VGA input included
    This projector supports VGA input, while the average projector does not. 44.1% of projectors support VGA input.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 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
  • 9 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (19 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    19 dB vs 28 dB
  • 5 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (26 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    26 dB vs 31 dB
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 50 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (77 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 4K/60Hz.
    77 ms vs 27 ms
  • 49 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (15 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    Asymmetrical range: 0% to 15%.
    15 % vs 64 %
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 0.29 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.3 m vs 1.0055 m
  • No 3D video
    This projector does not support 3D video, while the average projector does. 55.4% of projectors support 3D video.
  • 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
  • 6.8% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.9/ 10
    ✕
    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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    6.9

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    6.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (3)
    3 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    6.9 vs 7.4
  • 19% worse value for money
    Acer H7850 has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.84 vs 6.9).
    5.84 vs 6.95
  • 2.15x more expensive
    Acer H7850 is more expensive than the average projector (£1,420 vs £660).
    £1,420 vs £660
  • No 3D video
    This projector does not support 3D video, while the average projector does. 55.4% of projectors support 3D video.
  • 4 earlier release
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2017 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    August 2017
    2017 vs 2021
  • 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.
  • 49 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (15 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    Asymmetrical range: 0% to 15%.
    15 % vs 64 %
  • 0.29 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.3 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 50 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (77 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 4K/60Hz.
    77 ms vs 27 ms
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    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
  • 10,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    ExtremeEco mode rating.
    10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 77.9% heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (5.3 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    5.3 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 85 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (315 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Normal mode power draw.
    315 W vs 230 W
  • 101 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (398 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    398 mm vs 297 mm

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
projectorcentral.com
✓ explicit
16/05/2018
Lab test · Home theater 4K
Verdict
The Acer H7850 is a sharp, lifelike 4K projector for regular movies and TV, but HDR needs awkward settings and its input lag is too slow for serious gamers.
9.0
nerdtechy.com
≈ estimated
05/10/2017
Hands-on review · Compact 4K
Verdict
The Acer H7850 is a compact, bright 4K projector with zoom and lens shift for easy placement, though wireless needs an extra dongle and the speakers need upgrading.
7.1
audiovision.de
✓ explicit
06/03/2019
Lab test · 4K DLP projector
Verdict
The Acer H7850 is nearly as sharp as native 4K for sports and TV, but its gray-looking blacks and narrow color range hold back dark films.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Acer H7850

  • Native 4K resolution (via DLP pixel shifting) provides exceptional detail and clarity
  • High brightness (3000 ANSI lumens) makes it suitable for rooms with moderate ambient light
  • Excellent setup flexibility with a 1.6x zoom lens and vertical lens shift
  • Quiet operation, especially in 'Silent' mode which reaches as low as 19 dB
  • AcuMotion frame interpolation effectively smooths fast-moving content like sports
  • Compact and lightweight design (approx. 11.7 lbs) compared to other 4K rivals
  • Impressive lamp life for a bulb projector, lasting up to 15,000 hours in ExtremeEco mode

What customers don't like about Acer H7850

  • High input lag (77-80 ms) makes it a poor choice for competitive gaming
  • Low brightness uniformity; noticeable drop-off in brightness towards the edges of the image
  • Inconsistent HDR performance that often loses shadow detail in dark scenes
  • Limited memory for custom calibration settings, requiring manual adjustment when switching between SDR and HDR
  • Lack of 3D support and horizontal keystone correction
  • Only one of the two HDMI ports supports the HDMI 2.0/HDCP 2.2 standard required for 4K HDR
  • Short standard warranty (1 year for projector, 90 days for lamp) compared to some competitors

Verdict

The Acer H7850 is a compact 4K UHD home theater projector utilizing DLP technology to deliver 8.3 million pixels with 3,000 ANSI lumens of brightness and a high 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio. It supports HDR10 and Rec. 2020 standards, alongside AcuMotion frame interpolation for smooth motion and a versatile 1.6x optical zoom with vertical lens shift for easier installation. Its main pros include impressive sharpness for large-screen viewing up to 300 inches, a quiet operation noise as low as 19 dB in Eco mode, and an extensive lamp life reaching up to 15,000 hours in ExtremeEco mode. However, notable cons include lack of 3D support, high input lag (approximately 77–80 ms) making it unsuitable for competitive gaming, and the inclusion of only one HDMI 2.0 port for full 4K HDR content.

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