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HAPPRUN F5 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£90Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:?Throw ratio:?Lamp life:?

HAPPRUN F5 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

HAPPRUN F5
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
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components

90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

8.9

User score

â–²Better than 50% of projectors
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 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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★ Better than 94% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

★Better than 94%
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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â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

42%

6.8

Image Quality

22%

5.2

Projection & Lens

12%

6.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.6

Audio & Features

8%

7.2

Connectivity

6%

6.0

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 55%
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 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 90%
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Technical Specifications of projector HAPPRUN F5

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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components:

42%

6.8

Image Quality

22%

5.2

Projection & Lens

12%

6.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.6

Audio & Features

8%

7.2

Connectivity

6%

6.0

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 90% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.9
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 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 89% of models
Popularity:
HAPPRUN F5 has a popularity score of 10 points, which is higher than 89.3% of projectors.
10
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.6
ANSI lumens
?
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.
Supports 4K input.
Projection technology
LCD
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Throw ratio
?
Min throw distance
1.7 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.7 m, longer than 91.2% of projectors and equal to 0.4% 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
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
?
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
?
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.
Different HDMI ports reach 18 and 10.2 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
?
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 29.4% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5.2
This projector supports Bluetooth 5.2, more modern than 88.7% of projectors and equal to 7.4% of projectors.
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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
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
?
Lamp life (eco mode)
?
Operating power consumption
70 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 70 W of power, less than 79.8% of projectors and equal to 1.1% of projectors.
Typical power draw.
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HAPPRUN F5 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    2 x 5W (Built-in dual HiFi speaker.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 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
  • 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
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • 165 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (70 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    Typical power draw.
    70 W vs 235 W
  • 8.56x cheaper
    HAPPRUN F5 is cheaper than the average projector (£90 vs £770).
    £90 vs £770
  • 8.56x cheaper
    HAPPRUN F5 is cheaper than the average projector (£90 vs £770).
    £90 vs £770
  • 11% 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
    HAPPRUN F5 has a higher user score than the average projector (8.88 vs 8.000).
    8.88 vs 8
  • 17.3% better value for money
    HAPPRUN F5 has a higher value-for-money score than the average projector (7.63 vs 6.5).
    7.63 vs 6.51
  • 2.05x more popular
    HAPPRUN F5 has a higher popularity than the average projector (10 vs 4.9).
    10 vs 4.87
  • 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
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 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
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Includes VGA
    This projector includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 45.3% of projectors include VGA input.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    2 x 5W (Built-in dual HiFi speaker.
  • 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
  • 165 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (70 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    Typical power draw.
    70 W vs 235 W
  • 35.5% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    2 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 0.68 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.7 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.7 m vs 1.025 m
  • 10 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (40 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    40 dB vs 30 dB
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 15 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 0.68 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.7 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.7 m vs 1.025 m
  • 15 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/30Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 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 RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 50% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (5 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    5 W vs 10 W
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 10 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (40 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    40 dB vs 30 dB

Video reviews

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

8.0
Greg Toope
≈ estimated
24/10/2024
Hands-on review · unboxing, picture and fan tests
Verdict
HAPPRUN F5 offers a decent picture for the money, though the image is slightly skewed and the fan is loud.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about HAPPRUN F5

  • Excellent value for money at its sub-$100 price point
  • High image clarity with native 1080P resolution and good color reproduction
  • Easy setup process including user-friendly autofocus and keystone correction
  • Compact and lightweight design suitable for portable use or backyard movie nights
  • Strong wireless connectivity options including 5G Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1/5.2
  • Includes a bonus 100-inch projector screen in the box

What customers don't like about HAPPRUN F5

  • Low brightness makes it difficult to use in well-lit environments (best in dark rooms)
  • Built-in speakers lack power and depth for a cinematic experience
  • Noticeable fan noise that can be distracting during quiet scenes
  • Difficulty achieving uniform sharpness across the entire screen, especially at the edges
  • Limited built-in software; requires an external streaming stick (e.g., Fire Stick) for apps like Netflix
  • Lacks a built-in battery, requiring a constant power connection for operation

Verdict

The Happrun F5 is a portable Full HD projector featuring a native 1080P resolution (4K input support), a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, and a brightness rating ranging from 400 ANSI lumens to 9,500L depending on marketing specifications. It offers versatile connectivity including 5G Wi-Fi for screen mirroring, Bluetooth 5.2 for external audio, and multiple ports such as dual HDMI and USB, making it capable of projecting images up to 300 inches. Main pros include its high value for money, compact lightweight design (approx. 1.4-2 kg), and the inclusion of a bonus 100-inch projector screen in most bundles. However, notable cons include limited performance in well-lit environments due to low actual brightness, a somewhat noisy cooling fan, and restricted direct mirroring for copyrighted apps like Netflix or Disney+.

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