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Epson EH-TW5200 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£660Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:2000Throw ratio:1.22-1.47:1Lamp life:5000 hours

Epson EH-TW5200 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 15 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Epson EH-TW5200
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%

6.0

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%

8.2

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 53% of projectors
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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%

7.0

Price

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6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 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%

6.9

Image Quality

22%

5.4

Projection & Lens

12%

4.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.9

Audio & Features

8%

5.9

Connectivity

6%

3.8

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 72%
8.2

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.2/ 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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80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

8.7

Popularity

Grades by review (15)
13 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 2 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–²Better than 50%
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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.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Epson EH-TW5200

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Reviewers like the compact design, bright picture and smooth gaming, but complain about weak blacks, soft detail and a poor remote.
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Technical Specifications of projector Epson EH-TW5200

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 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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42%

6.9

Image Quality

22%

5.4

Projection & Lens

12%

4.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.9

Audio & Features

8%

5.9

Connectivity

6%

3.8

Design & Power

6.0
Reviews score
8.2
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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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70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

7.0

Price

7.1
ANSI lumens
2000
This projector reaches 2000 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 54% of projectors and equal to 5% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
15,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 15000:1, higher than 54% of projectors and equal to 2.9% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
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
3LCD
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.22-1.47:1
Min throw distance
0.9 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.9 m, shorter than 63.3% of projectors and equal to 2.7% of projectors.
Max projection size
328 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 328 inch, larger than 95.2% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.2
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.2, narrower than 59.8% of projectors and equal to 21.6% of projectors.
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
60 ms
This projector has input lag of 60 ms, higher than 86.8% of projectors and equal to 0.8% of projectors.
In Fast Mode.
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
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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What reviewers say
N. of HDMI ports
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
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.7% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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What reviewers say
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
?
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
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
5,000 hours
This projector offers lamp life of 5,000 hours, longer than 70.6% of projectors and equal to 5% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Lamp life (eco mode)
6,000 hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 6,000 hours, longer than 78.8% of projectors and equal to 7.3% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
287 W
This projector uses 287 W of power, more than 66.1% of projectors and equal to 0.1% of projectors.
Maximum power-on rating.
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What reviewers say

Epson EH-TW5200 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 78 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (328 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    328 inch vs 250 inch
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    240 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 3 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (4 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    4 vs 1
  • 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.
    Includes RCA stereo input.
    1 vs 0
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • 10.8% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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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    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (15)
    13 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 2 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.
    8.2 vs 7.4
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (15000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    15,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 10.8% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.2/ 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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    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    8.7

    Popularity

    Grades by review (15)
    13 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 2 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.
    8.2 vs 7.4
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    240 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (15000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    15,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 78 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (328 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    328 inch vs 250 inch
  • 0.11 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.9 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.9 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 3 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (4 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    4 vs 1
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
  • 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.
    Includes RCA stereo input.
    1 vs 0
  • 0.19 W lower standby power
    This projector uses less standby power than the average projector (0.3 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    0.31 W vs 0.5 W
  • 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.
    lamp vs laser
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% 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 connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • 33 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (60 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Fast Mode.
    60 ms vs 27 ms
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • 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
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 8 earlier release
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2013 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    October 2013
    2013 vs 2021
  • 9.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (2000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    2,000 vs 2,200
  • 0.1 2x narrower zoom range
    This projector has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.2 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    1.2 vs 1.3
  • 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
  • 33 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (60 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Fast Mode.
    60 ms vs 27 ms
  • 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
  • More outdated HDCP support
    This projector supports an older HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2).
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • 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.
    lamp vs laser
  • 6 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (37 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    37 dB vs 31 dB
  • 15,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    Eco mode rating.
    5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 14,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (6,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    Eco mode rating.
    6,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 1 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (29 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    29 dB vs 28 dB
  • 57 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (287 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Maximum power-on rating.
    287 W vs 230 W

Video reviews

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

9.0
GeeksTechLife
≈ estimated
17/07/2014
Hands-on review · gaming, movies and 3D demo
Verdict
Epson EH-TW5200 is a really good projector for gamers and movie fans, with great value for money.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
17/10/2013
Hands-on review · Gaming 3D projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a bright, colourful gaming projector whose grey blacks hold back films, though it's good value.
7.0
gadgetsnow.indiatimes.com
✓ explicit
21/01/2014
Review · Budget 3D projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a cost-efficient home projector that's good for HD video and 3D, though low contrast and a noisy fan hold it back.
7.0
homecinemachoice.com
✓ explicit
05/02/2014
Hands-on test · Gaming projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a bright, colourful gaming projector whose grey blacks limit it as a movie all-rounder, though 3D works surprisingly well.
7.9
soundvisionreview.com
✓ explicit
23/02/2014
Hands-on test · Bright-room projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 has rich colours that hold up in daylight, but greyish black levels make dark films, such as space scenes, look flat.
7.0
avforums.com
✓ explicit
05/03/2014
Lab test · Calibrated 3D projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 looks good and has an accurate Cinema mode, but a green cast in dark areas and soft scaling limit its picture quality.
9.0
reviewcentralme.com
≈ estimated
09/03/2014
Real-world test · Gaming projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a bright, sharp gaming projector with lively colours and smooth 3D, but its blacks lack depth.
10
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
12/11/2014
Test room review · Compact projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a compact, bright projector with natural colours and steady motion, held back by weaker black levels and tinny built-in speakers.
8.0
futurefive.co.nz
✓ explicit
10/09/2015
Hands-on review · Dark-room projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is easy to set up and quiet, with bright, colourful pictures in a dark room, but it is not portable.
8.0
theappliancesreviews.com
≈ estimated
31/05/2019
Feature review · Full HD projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a bright projector with many settings and a quiet eco mode, but its input lag and limited black depth hold it back.
9.0
connect-living.de
≈ estimated
27/05/2015
Hands-on test · Home cinema projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a well-rounded projector with a calm, colour-rich picture that suits viewers sensitive to rainbow effects, though its zoom range is limited.
6.2
01net.com
✓ explicit
05/03/2014
Hands-on test · Gaming projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a compact Full HD projector for gaming and 3D films, but its fan is loud and it lacks lens shift.
8.0
tech4u.it
✓ explicit
26/11/2014
Hands-on test · Entry-level projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a portable, bright entry-level projector with a sharp image for gaming and home cinema, but it has only essential features.
tech4u.it
26/11/2014
Same outlet as a graded review (counted once)
8.0
id.nl
✓ explicit
14/06/2014
Review · Compact 3D projector
Verdict
The Epson EH-TW5200 is a decent compact Full HD 3D projector for home use, but its fan noise, limited zoom and 60ms lag hold it back.
id.nl
28/01/2014
Same outlet as a graded review (counted once)

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Epson EH-TW5200

  • Bright, vivid colors and punchy highlights, making it suitable for use in rooms with some ambient light.
  • Excellent 3D performance with minimal crosstalk and a bright, immersive image.
  • Fast processing mode with low input lag, making it a strong choice for gaming.
  • Compact and lightweight design with a sleek, curved aesthetic.
  • User-friendly setup featuring horizontal and vertical keystone correction for flexible placement.
  • Great overall value for money for an entry-level Full HD projector.

What customers don't like about Epson EH-TW5200

  • Poor black levels and limited contrast, which can make dark movie scenes look grey or washed out.
  • Fan noise can be quite loud, especially when running in Normal lamp mode for 3D content.
  • Built-in 2W speakers are underpowered, tinny, and prone to distortion at higher volumes.
  • Limited optical zoom (1.2x) and a lack of lens shift make positioning more restrictive.
  • Remote control is small, fiddly, and lacks a backlight for use in dark rooms.
  • Visible green tinge in deep blacks and dark greys that is difficult to calibrate out.

Verdict

The Epson EH-TW5200 is a compact, 2.8kg 3LCD home cinema projector featuring Full HD 1080p resolution, 2,000 lumens of both white and colour light output, and a 15,000:1 contrast ratio. Designed with gamers and movie enthusiasts in mind, it supports active 3D playback with a 480Hz drive to minimize crosstalk, offers a dedicated 'Fast Mode' to reduce input lag, and includes MHL connectivity for mirroring mobile devices via one of its two HDMI ports. Main pros include its impressive colour brightness that remains vibrant in ambient light, easy setup with automatic vertical keystone correction, and a long lamp life of up to 6,000 hours in eco mode. However, notable cons include relatively poor black levels that can appear flat or greyish, audible fan noise (reaching 37dB in normal mode), and limited placement flexibility due to a lack of lens shift and a modest 1.2x optical zoom.

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