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Hisense 100L5G Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£2,900Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:2700Throw ratio:0.25:1Lamp life:25000 hours

Hisense 100L5G Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Hisense 100L5G
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 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 82% of models
Score components

90%

7.5

Technical score

10%

6.8

User score

â–²Better than 82% of projectors
5.5

Value for money

Value for money
5.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

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7.5

Technical score

Technical score
7.5/ 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–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

42%

8.2

Image Quality

22%

4.3

Projection & Lens

12%

8.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.5

Audio & Features

8%

9.5

Connectivity

6%

7.7

Design & Power

â–²Better than 84%
6.8

User score

User score
6.8/ 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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Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

5.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 91%
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £2,900
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Technical Specifications of projector Hisense 100L5G

Technical score
Technical score
7.5/ 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–² Better than 84% of models
Score components:

42%

8.2

Image Quality

22%

4.3

Projection & Lens

12%

8.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.5

Audio & Features

8%

9.5

Connectivity

6%

7.7

Design & Power

7.5
User score
User score
6.8/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

5.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.8
Popularity
Popularity
5.0/ 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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â–² Better than 51% of models
Popularity:
Hisense 100L5G has a popularity score of 5 points, which is higher than 50.5% of projectors.
5.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.5
ANSI lumens
2,700
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 2,700 ANSI lumens, brighter than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 3% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
1,000,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1000000:1, higher than 84.6% of projectors and equal to 2.1% 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
0.27 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.27 m, shorter than 94.3% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
Max projection size
100 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 100 inch, smaller than 92.4% of projectors and equal to 6.6% 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
34.5 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 34.5 ms, higher than 60% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector supports ALLM. 82.9% of projectors support ALLM.
Enabled via firmware update.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.3% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports use 2.1 and 2.
Max HDMI bandwidth
48 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 48 Gbps, higher than 90.1% of projectors and equal to 9.9% 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 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
4
This projector supports Bluetooth 4, more modern than 53.3% of projectors and equal to 2.6% 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 TV built in.
Operating system
Android
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.9% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
VIDAA app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
Bluetooth voice remote included.
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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.
Laser phosphor.
Laser Light Source
yes
This projector uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
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.
Typical power draw.
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Hisense 100L5G 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
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
    Enabled via firmware update.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (83% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    83% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 0.76 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.27 m vs 1.025 m
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • 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
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (83% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    83% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 22.7% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (2,700 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    2,700 vs 2,200
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 0.76 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.27 m vs 1.025 m
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
    Enabled via firmware update.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    Different HDMI ports use 2.1 and 2.
    2.1 vs 2.0
  • 2.67x higher HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Modern USB standard
    This projector supports a newer USB standard than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average projector supports USB USB 2.0.
    Also includes USB 2 ports.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • 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
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • 3x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (30 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 15W.
    30 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 TV built in.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This projector supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    VIDAA app.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 146.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (100 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    100 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 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
  • 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 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 3.55x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (11 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    11 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • Basic focus control
    This projector has Basic focus control than the average projector (fixed vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    fixed vs manual
  • 3.77x more expensive
    Hisense 100L5G is more expensive than the average projector (£2,900 vs £770).
    £2,900 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.
  • 3.77x more expensive
    Hisense 100L5G is more expensive than the average projector (£2,900 vs £770).
    £2,900 vs £770
  • 17.2% lower user score
    User score
    6.8/ 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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    Hisense 100L5G has a lower user score than the average projector (6.82 vs 8.000).
    6.82 vs 8
  • 18% worse value for money
    Hisense 100L5G has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.51 vs 6.5).
    5.51 vs 6.51
  • 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.
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 146.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (100 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    100 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • Basic focus control
    This projector has Basic focus control than the average projector (fixed vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    fixed vs manual
  • 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
  • 7.5 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (34.5 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    34.5 ms vs 27 ms
  • 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.
  • 3.55x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (11 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    11 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 2 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (30 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    30 dB vs 28 dB
  • 246.1 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (546.1 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    546.1 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.
    Typical power draw.
    320 W vs 235 W
  • 200 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (345 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
    345 mm vs 145 mm

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

pcmag.com
12/04/2022
Hands-on test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
The Hisense 100L5G gives a good picture out of the box and includes a screen, suiting family rooms, but fixed focus and no Netflix app hold it back.
uk.pcmag.com
12/04/2022
Lab test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
The Hisense 100L5G is a strong entry-level short-throw projector with a bundled screen, held back by fixed focus and a screen you assemble yourself.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about Hisense 100L5G

  • Convenient ultra-short throw (UST) design allows placement inches from the wall
  • Comes bundled with a high-quality 100-inch Ambient Light Rejecting (ALR) screen
  • Excellent brightness (2,700 lumens) and color accuracy suitable for living rooms with some ambient light
  • Integrated Smart TV features via Android TV and a built-in TV tuner
  • Low input lag (approx. 34-35ms) makes it suitable for casual and serious gaming
  • Built-in 30W-50W speaker system with Dolby Atmos support delivers a large soundstage
  • Long-lasting laser light source rated for 25,000 hours with minimal maintenance

What customers don't like about Hisense 100L5G

  • Underwhelming black levels; dark scenes can appear dark gray rather than true black
  • Fixed focus design means it cannot be adjusted for different screen sizes
  • Out-of-the-box color modes often have a warm/yellowish hue that may require calibration
  • Android TV interface can be sluggish or prone to freezing at times
  • Does not natively support the Netflix app on most versions
  • Weak bass performance from built-in speakers, sometimes resulting in clipping at high volumes
  • Lacks support for modern gaming features like 4K@120Hz or VRR

Verdict

The Hisense 100L5G is a 4K ultra-short-throw Smart Laser TV designed as a complete home cinema solution, bundled with a 100-inch ambient light rejecting (ALR) screen. It utilizes a blue X-Fusion Laser Engine to deliver 2,700 ANSI lumens of brightness and a dynamic contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1, covering 83% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Key features include an integrated Android TV platform with a built-in tuner, a 30-watt Dolby Atmos sound system, and a long-lasting light source rated for 25,000 hours. The unit supports HDR10 and HLG formats and includes connectivity options such as HDMI 2.1 with eARC, making it suitable for both cinematic viewing and casual gaming with a measured 34.5ms input lag. Main advantages are its vibrant daytime visibility, high color accuracy, and massive display size for a significantly lower price than a comparable flat-panel TV. However, notable drawbacks include a lack of native Netflix support, black levels that can appear dark gray in theater conditions, and a fixed-focus lens that prevents resizing the image for larger screens.

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