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AWOL Vision LTV 3500 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£3,340Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:3500Throw ratio:0.25:1Lamp life:25000 hours

AWOL Vision LTV 3500 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

AWOL Vision LTV 3500
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
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90%

8.0

Technical score

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User score

★Better than 94% of projectors
5.9

Value for money

Value for money
5.9/ 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.
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70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 73%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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.
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42%

8.9

Image Quality

22%

5.1

Projection & Lens

12%

8.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

8.4

Design & Power

★Better than 94%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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.
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User ratings

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £3,340
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What owners say about the AWOL Vision LTV-3500

Based on 34 owners sharing their experience in online comments

65%positive14%mixed21%negative

Owners love the sharp, bright, oversized picture, while OLED comparisons and recurring projector faults are the clearest drawbacks.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say OLED TVs show deeper blacks, and the projector can look too dark in games unless brightness is turned up in custom settings.4
  • Some owners say their projector has failed repeatedly, with a third replacement unit still faulty, and report many others having the same problem.3

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

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Technical Specifications of projector AWOL Vision LTV 3500

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

42%

8.9

Image Quality

22%

5.1

Projection & Lens

12%

8.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

8.4

Design & Power

8.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 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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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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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Popularity:
AWOL Vision LTV 3500 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 64.5% of projectors.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 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%

8.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.9
ANSI lumens
3,500
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 3,500 ANSI lumens, brighter than 79% of projectors and equal to 3.1% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
2,500:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 2500:1, lower than 68.4% of projectors and equal to 1.6% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
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.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
0.25:1
Min throw distance
0.15 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.15 m, shorter than 96.4% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
Ultra-short-throw; minimum based on 80-inch image setup.
Max projection size
150 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 150 inch, smaller than 67.7% of projectors and equal to 10% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
8 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 8 ms, lower than 89% of projectors and equal to 1.3% of projectors.
At 1080P/120Hz.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector supports ALLM. 82.9% of projectors support ALLM.
Auto-switches from compatible game signals.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 45.3% of projectors and equal to 36.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 47.7% of projectors and equal to 40.1% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
3
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 3 HDMI port/s, more than 92.8% of projectors and equal to 6.9% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), more modern than 84.6% of projectors and equal to 13.4% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
This projector supports Bluetooth 5, more modern than 63% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Android-based smart OS.
Operating system
Android 9.0
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Android 9
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
laser
This projector uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% of projectors.
RGB Triple Laser.
Laser Light Source
yes
This projector uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
Triple Laser.
Lamp life
25,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 25,000 hours, shorter than 62.1% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
25,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 25,000 hours, shorter than 55.5% of projectors and equal to 6.9% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
320 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 320 W of power, more than 75.3% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
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AWOL Vision LTV 3500 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (107% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    107% BT.2,020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 59.1% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,500 vs 2,200
  • 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
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
    Auto-switches from compatible game signals.
  • 0.88 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    Ultra-short-throw; minimum based on 80-inch image setup.
    0.15 m vs 1.025 m
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (107% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    107% BT.2,020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 59.1% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,500 vs 2,200
  • 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
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 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.
    At 1080p.
    120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 0.88 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    Ultra-short-throw; minimum based on 80-inch image setup.
    0.15 m vs 1.025 m
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
    motorized vs manual
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
    Auto-switches from compatible game signals.
  • 19 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (8 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 1080P/120Hz.
    8 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    This projector has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
    Optical S/PDIF.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
    AirPlay 2 supported.
  • 1 more HDMI ports
    This projector has more HDMI ports than the average projector (3 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    3 vs 2
  • 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.
    Plus 1 internal USB port dedicated to the included streaming dongle.
    2 vs 1
  • Modern Wi-Fi standard
    This projector supports a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average projector (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average projector supports Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • 3.6x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (36 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    36 W vs 10 W
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This projector supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% 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.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
    Android 9
  • Uses laser light source
    This projector uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
    Triple Laser.
  • 3 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (27 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    27 dB vs 30 dB
  • 5,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    Laser light source life.
    25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 96.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    150 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 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
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    2,500:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 18 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (12 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    12 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 3.48x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (10.8 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    10.8 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 4.34x more expensive
    AWOL Vision LTV 3500 is more expensive than the average projector (£3,340 vs £770).
    £3,340 vs £770
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 4.87x less popular
    AWOL Vision LTV 3500 has a lower popularity than the average projector (1 vs 4.9).
    1 vs 4.87
  • 4.34x more expensive
    AWOL Vision LTV 3500 is more expensive than the average projector (£3,340 vs £770).
    £3,340 vs £770
  • 4.87x less popular
    AWOL Vision LTV 3500 has a lower popularity than the average projector (1 vs 4.9).
    1 vs 4.87
  • 10.3% worse value for money
    AWOL Vision LTV 3500 has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.9 vs 6.5).
    5.9 vs 6.51
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2500:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    2,500:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 96.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    150 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 18 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (12 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    12 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 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 RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 3.48x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (10.8 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    10.8 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 299 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (599 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    599 mm vs 300 mm
  • 85 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (320 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    320 W vs 235 W

Video reviews

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

9.0
Chris Majestic
≈ estimated
15/03/2023
Full review · brightness, HDR, input lag and rival comparisons
Verdict
AWOL Vision LTV-3500 is a bright, capable projector, but it only makes sense for buyers with a big budget.
9.0
TechDaily
≈ estimated
21/11/2022
Hands-on review · brightness, gaming and 3D
Verdict
AWOL Vision LTV-3500 is the brightest, sharpest projector the creator has tried, and worth the price for a dedicated home theatre buyer.
9.5
Shane Lee
≈ estimated
23/10/2022
Hands-on review · brightness, 3D and HDR tests
Verdict
AWOL Vision LTV-3500 is a great projector that can replace a TV, especially when paired with a proper projection screen.
9.5
all things tech
≈ estimated
21/10/2022
Hands-on review · brightness, HDR, 3D and gaming tests
Verdict
AWOL Vision LTV-3500 is a favourite, hard to fault, with a bright, colourful picture; only the remote needs work.
9.0
Tech Up Your Life
≈ estimated
25/05/2022
Full review · image, gaming and software tests
Verdict
AWOL Vision LTV-3500 is nearly a perfect projector and one of the best 4K laser TVs on the market.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about AWOL Vision LTV 3500

  • Class-leading brightness (3300-3500 ANSI lumens) makes it viable for daytime viewing with an ALR screen.
  • Exceptional color reproduction covering 107% of the BT.2020 color gamut.
  • Comprehensive HDR support including Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HLG.
  • Very low input lag (down to 8ms at 1080p/120Hz) provides an excellent gaming experience.
  • High-quality optics with motorized focus for edge-to-edge sharpness.
  • Immersive 3D performance with support for all standard 3D formats.
  • Silent operation during standard use and relatively cool running temperature.
  • Integration-friendly features like Control4 and PJLink support for smart home setups.

What customers don't like about AWOL Vision LTV 3500

  • High premium price point compared to other ultra-short throw competitors.
  • Remote control lacks backlighting, making it difficult to use in dark rooms.
  • Built-in 36W speakers lack deep bass and can vibrate the chassis at high volumes.
  • Smart features are not fully integrated into the projector's native OS, requiring the included Amazon Fire TV Stick.
  • Black levels, while good for a DLP projector, cannot match the depth of high-end TV panels or dedicated home theater projectors.
  • Potential for minor 'rainbow effect' for users sensitive to single-chip DLP technology.
  • Manual physical alignment can be tedious for a perfect screen fit.

Verdict

The AWOL Vision LTV-3500 Pro is a flagship 4K ultra-short throw (UST) triple-laser projector that delivers an industry-leading 3,500 peak lumens, making it exceptionally capable for daytime viewing in well-lit rooms. It features a wide colour gamut covering 107% of the BT.2020 spectrum, supports advanced HDR formats including Dolby Vision and HDR10+, and utilizes high-quality Ricoh F2.0 glass optics for sharp images up to 150 inches. Main pros include its vibrant 3D performance, a dedicated 'Turbo Mode' for gaming with low input lag (8ms at 1080p/120Hz), and a built-in 36W Dolby Atmos audio system. However, notable cons include a high premium price tag, a remote control that lacks backlighting, and a somewhat dated Android 9.0 internal operating system that relies on an included external Fire TV Stick for modern streaming app support.

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