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JVC DLA NP5 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£4,840Native panel resolution:4096x2160ANSI lumens:1900Throw ratio:1.4-2.8:1Lamp life:3500 hours

JVC DLA NP5 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

JVC DLA NP5
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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
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Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

90%

7.1

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

▲Better than 73% of projectors
5.3

Value for money

Value for money
5.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 87%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 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
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

42%

7.8

Image Quality

22%

7.3

Projection & Lens

12%

8.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.9

Audio & Features

8%

5.3

Connectivity

6%

4.6

Design & Power

▲Better than 72%
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 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 70% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

3.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 70%
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Technical Specifications of projector JVC DLA NP5

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components:

42%

7.8

Image Quality

22%

7.3

Projection & Lens

12%

8.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.9

Audio & Features

8%

5.3

Connectivity

6%

4.6

Design & Power

7.1
User score
User score
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components

70%

10

User ratings

30%

3.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
3.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Popularity:
JVC DLA NP5 has a popularity score of 3.3 points, which is lower than 56.9% of projectors.
3.3
Value for money
Value for money
5.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.3
ANSI lumens
1900
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 1900 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 59.5% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
40,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 40000:1, higher than 65.7% of projectors and equal to 1.6% of projectors.
Native contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
4096x2160
This projector uses a native resolution of 4096x2160, higher than 95.3% of projectors and equal to 4.7% of projectors.
Output Resolution
4096x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 4096x2160, higher than 95.3% of projectors and equal to 3.6% of projectors.
Projection technology
LCoS
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Throw ratio
1.4-2.8:1
Min throw distance
?
Max projection size
200 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 200 inch, smaller than 51.3% of projectors and equal to 12.8% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
2
Market range: <1.1 – >2.1
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 2, wider than 83.3% of projectors and equal to 6.6% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
yes
This projector has motorized zoom. 83.8% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
36 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 36 ms, higher than 63.1% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
In Low Latency Mode.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector supports ALLM. 82.9% of projectors support ALLM.
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.
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
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45% of projectors and equal to 47.7% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not support Wi-Fi. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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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
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% 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
3,500 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 3,500 hours, longer than 87.1% of projectors and equal to 3.7% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Lamp life (eco mode)
4,500 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 4,500 hours, longer than 92.4% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
420 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 420 W of power, more than 92.5% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
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JVC DLA NP5 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector supports lens memory, while the average projector does not. 9% of projectors support lens memory.
  • 0.7 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    2 vs 1.3
  • 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.
  • Has motorized zoom
    This projector has motorized zoom, while the average projector does not. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (40000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    40,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (4096x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    4096x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (40000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    40,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2 bit deeper color depth
    This projector has a higher color depth than the average projector (12 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    12 bit vs 10 bit
  • 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
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector supports lens memory, while the average projector does not. 9% of projectors support lens memory.
  • 0.7 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    2 vs 1.3
  • Has motorized zoom
    This projector has motorized zoom, while the average projector does not. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    motorized vs manual
  • 20 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (80 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    80 % vs 60 %
  • 4 % more horizontal lens shift
    This projector has more horizontal lens shift than the average projector (34 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    34 % vs 30 %
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
    Via Clear Motion Drive.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    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
  • Modern HDCP version
    This projector offers Modern HDCP version than the average projector (2.3 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
    2.3 vs 2.2
  • 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
  • 6 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (24 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    Eco mode figure.
    24 dB vs 30 dB
  • 4 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (24 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    24 dB vs 28 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
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
  • 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
  • 16,500 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (3,500 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    Eco mode rating.
    3,500 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 6.19x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (19.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    19.2 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 13.6% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1900 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,900 vs 2,200
  • 6.29x more expensive
    JVC DLA NP5 is more expensive than the average projector (£4,840 vs £770).
    £4,840 vs £770
  • 22.1% worse value for money
    JVC DLA NP5 has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.33 vs 6.5).
    5.33 vs 6.51
  • 13.6% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1900 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,900 vs 2,200
  • 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
  • 46.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    200 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 9 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (36 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Low Latency Mode.
    36 ms vs 27 ms
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    This projector does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.9% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
  • 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
  • 16,500 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (3,500 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    Eco mode rating.
    3,500 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 6.19x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (19.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    19.2 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 15,500 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (4,500 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    Eco mode rating.
    4,500 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 185 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (420 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    420 W vs 235 W
  • 200 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (500 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    500 mm vs 300 mm
  • 107 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (234 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
    234 mm vs 127 mm
  • 350 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (495 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
    495 mm vs 145 mm
  • 1 W higher standby power
    This projector uses more standby power than the average projector (1.5 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    1.5 W vs 0.5 W

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7.0
HCFR
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18/04/2022
Unboxing · packaging, build and remote
Verdict
JVC DLA-NP5 is still fine for a small screen and moderate use, but its remote and lens features are weaker than before.
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Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about JVC DLA NP5

  • Exceptional native 4K image quality with high detail and clarity
  • Industry-leading black levels and contrast for deep shadows
  • Outstanding Frame Adapt HDR tone-mapping for realistic HDR content
  • Full support for 3D content, which is increasingly rare in modern projectors
  • Low input lag (approx. 36-44ms) and HDMI 2.1 support for 4K/120Hz gaming
  • Fully motorised lens controls (shift, focus, zoom) with precise memory settings
  • Extensive image customisation and calibration options

What customers don't like about JVC DLA NP5

  • Uses a traditional lamp instead of a laser, requiring eventual bulb replacement
  • Substantial physical size and weight (approx. 19kg), making it difficult to mount
  • Noticeable fan noise when operating in high lamp mode for HDR
  • Long start-up and shut-down times compared to modern laser models
  • Presence of 'bright corners' or uniformity issues on dark screens in some units
  • Interface can be clunky, especially when switching settings for gaming
  • Lack of Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support for advanced gaming

Verdict

The JVC DLA-NP5 is a high-performance native 4K D-ILA home cinema projector featuring three 0.69-inch native 4K devices (4096 x 2160) and a high-quality 65mm all-glass lens. It delivers 1,900 lumens of brightness and exceptional contrast ratios of 40,000:1 (native) and 400,000:1 (dynamic), supported by industry-leading Frame Adapt HDR with Theatre Optimiser and HDR10+ compatibility. Its dual 48Gbps HDMI 2.1 inputs support 4K/120p signals, which, combined with a Low Latency mode (approx. 36ms input lag), make it a rare, high-end option for both cinematic movies and gaming. Key pros include superb black levels, precise motorized lens shift with memory, and 3D support. However, it relies on a traditional 265W UHP lamp rather than a laser source, meaning it requires periodic bulb replacements, and its substantial 'brute' chassis is best suited for dedicated dark rooms rather than standard living spaces.

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