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JVC DLA NZ700 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£7,920Native panel resolution:4096x2160ANSI lumens:2300Throw ratio:1.34-2.14:1Lamp life:20000 hours

JVC DLA NZ700 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 NZ700
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 62% of models
Score components

90%

6.9

Technical score

10%

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User score

▲Better than 62% of projectors
5.1

Value for money

Value for money
5.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 92%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 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 65% of models
Score components

42%

7.9

Image Quality

22%

5.9

Projection & Lens

12%

6.9

HDMI & Gaming

10%

5.3

Audio & Features

8%

5.3

Connectivity

6%

8.2

Design & Power

▲Better than 65%
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Technical Specifications of projector JVC DLA NZ700

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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 65% of models
Score components:

42%

7.9

Image Quality

22%

5.9

Projection & Lens

12%

6.9

HDMI & Gaming

10%

5.3

Audio & Features

8%

5.3

Connectivity

6%

8.2

Design & Power

6.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
JVC DLA NZ700 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 64.5% of projectors.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.1
ANSI lumens
2,300
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 2,300 ANSI lumens, brighter than 50.7% of projectors and equal to 1% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
80,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 80000:1, higher than 70.8% of projectors and equal to 0.6% 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
1.34-2.14:1
Min throw distance
2.97 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 2.97 m, longer than 99% of projectors.
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
1.6
Market range: <1.1 – >2.1
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.6, wider than 58.4% of projectors and equal to 18.6% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
yes
This projector has motorized zoom. 83.8% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
51 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 51 ms, higher than 79.6% of projectors and equal to 1.3% of projectors.
In Low Latency Mode at 4K/60Hz.
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
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 45.3% of projectors and equal to 36.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
32 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 32 Gbps, higher than 88.6% of projectors and equal to 0.7% 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
laser
This projector uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% of projectors.
BLU-Escent Laser Diode.
Laser Light Source
yes
This projector uses a laser light source. 72% of projectors use a laser light source.
BLU-Escent Laser Diode with 20,0 hour life expectancy.
Lamp life
20,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 34.4% of projectors and equal to 27.6% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
20,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 36.3% of projectors and equal to 19% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
280 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 280 W of power, more than 60.9% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
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JVC DLA NZ700 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
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (98% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    98% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector supports lens memory, while the average projector does not. 9% of projectors support lens memory.
  • 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 (80000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    80,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Has motorized zoom
    This projector has motorized zoom, while the average projector does not. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
  • 7 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (23 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    Eco mode figure.
    23 dB vs 30 dB
  • 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
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (98% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    98% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 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 (80000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    80,000:1 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
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 0.3 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.6 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    1.6 vs 1.3
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • 10 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (70 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    70 % vs 60 %
  • 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.
  • 77.8% higher HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (32 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    32 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
  • 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.
  • 7 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (23 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    Eco mode figure.
    23 dB vs 30 dB
  • 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.
    BLU-Escent Laser Diode with 20,0 hour life expectancy.
  • 5 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (23 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    23 dB vs 28 dB
  • 1.95 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    2.97 m vs 1.025 m
  • 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.
  • 24 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (51 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Low Latency Mode at 4K/60Hz.
    51 ms vs 27 ms
  • 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 built-in speaker
    This projector drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
  • 23 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (7 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    7 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 10.29x more expensive
    JVC DLA NZ700 is more expensive than the average projector (£7,920 vs £770).
    £7,920 vs £770
  • 27.2% worse value for money
    JVC DLA NZ700 has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.12 vs 6.5).
    5.12 vs 6.51
  • 4.87x less popular
    JVC DLA NZ700 has a lower popularity than the average projector (1 vs 4.9).
    1 vs 4.87
  • 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.
  • 1.95 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    2.97 m vs 1.025 m
  • 23 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (7 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    7 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
  • 24 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (51 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Low Latency Mode at 4K/60Hz.
    51 ms vs 27 ms
  • 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 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.
  • No sleep timer
    This projector does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.6% of projectors have a sleep timer.
  • 4.9x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (15.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    15.2 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 150 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (450 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    450 mm vs 300 mm
  • 334 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (479 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
    479 mm vs 145 mm
  • 54 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (181 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
    Includes feet.
    181 mm vs 127 mm
  • 0.9 W higher standby power
    This projector uses more standby power than the average projector (1.4 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    1.4 W vs 0.5 W
  • 45 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (280 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    280 W vs 235 W

Video reviews

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

9.0
New Stuff TV
≈ estimated
30/04/2025
Hands-on review · movie viewing and picture impressions
Verdict
JVC DLA-NZ700 gives a cinematic picture at home, with smooth motion and rich colours.
8.0
Shane Lee
≈ estimated
27/02/2025
Hands-on review · settings, picture tests and NZ8 comparison
Verdict
JVC DLA-NZ700 offers good value, though it has no 3D and limited brightness on very large screens.
9.0
Build Montage
≈ estimated
04/12/2024
Hands-on review · comparison with older projector and calibration
Verdict
JVC DLA-NZ700 is an excellent pick for enthusiasts, and an easy choice at this price for buyers starting from scratch.
9.0
Tech in a Sec
≈ estimated
23/02/2026
Hands-on review · picture tests and comparison with previous model
Verdict
JVC DLA-NZ700 delivers a sharp, bright picture for the money, though gaming support and controls are limited.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about JVC DLA NZ700

  • World's smallest native 4K projector with a 35% smaller chassis than its predecessor.
  • Exceptional contrast and black levels, with some reviewers noting 'DLP-level' ANSI contrast performance.
  • Class-leading dynamic tone mapping (Gen3 Frame Adapt HDR) that rivals high-end external video processors.
  • Quieter operation than the higher-end NZ800/NZ900 models, especially at lower laser power settings.
  • Excellent value proposition, offering image quality comparable to significantly more expensive models.
  • Improved power efficiency, consuming roughly 32% less power at full laser output than the NZ800.

What customers don't like about JVC DLA NZ700

  • Lacks HDMI 2.1 inputs, meaning no support for 4K/120Hz or 8K/60Hz signals.
  • Dropped support for 3D content, a feature available on previous and higher-end JVC models.
  • High input lag (measured at 51ms) due to the absence of a dedicated low-latency mode, making it unsuitable for competitive gaming.
  • Theatre Optimiser feature removed to reach a lower price point.
  • Engaging the DCI-P3 colour filter can result in a significant drop in light output (up to 25%).
  • Reported HDMI compatibility issues with certain older AV receivers and copper cables.

Verdict

The JVC DLA-NZ700 is a native 4K laser projector featuring third-generation 0.69-inch D-ILA chips and a BLU-Escent laser light source that delivers 2,300 lumens of brightness with a 20,000-hour lifespan. Its completely redesigned chassis makes it the world's smallest native 4K projector, incorporating a high-quality 80mm hybrid lens (15-element, 11-group) and an impressive 80,000:1 native contrast ratio. Key pros include class-leading Gen2 Frame Adapt HDR for dynamic tone mapping, Deep Black Tone Control for exceptional shadow detail, and a wide color gamut covering 98% of DCI-P3. However, it lacks support for 8K e-shift, 3D content, and 4K/120Hz gaming due to its limited 32Gbps HDMI 2.0 inputs, which also results in a relatively high input lag of 51ms.

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