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JVC DLA-X30 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£290Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:1300Throw ratio:1.4-2.8:1Lamp life:3000 hours

JVC DLA-X30 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 10 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

JVC DLA-X30
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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%

6.1

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%

8.5

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–²Better than 56% of projectors
7.7

Value for money

Value for money
7.7/ 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%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

â–²Better than 82%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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%

6.2

Image Quality

22%

7.6

Projection & Lens

12%

5.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.4

Audio & Features

8%

5.5

Connectivity

6%

5.1

Design & Power

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8.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.5/ 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%

8.6

Average grade

20%

8.3

Popularity

Grades by review (10)
9 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 1 video review, 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 70%
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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.
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the JVC DLA-X30

Based on 7 · 1

Reviewers like the handy lens memory and strong contrast, but 3D performance and the glasses clearly fall short.
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Technical Specifications of projector JVC DLA-X30

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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%

6.2

Image Quality

22%

7.6

Projection & Lens

12%

5.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.4

Audio & Features

8%

5.5

Connectivity

6%

5.1

Design & Power

6.1
Reviews score
8.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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%

7.2

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

7.7
ANSI lumens
1,300
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 1,300 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 64.5% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
50,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 50000:1, higher than 69.3% of projectors and equal to 2.3% of projectors.
Native 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
LCoS
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Throw ratio
1.4-2.8:1
Min throw distance
?
Max projection size
200 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 200 inch, smaller than 51.4% of projectors and equal to 12.5% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
2
Market range: <1.1 – >2.06
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 2, wider than 84.7% of projectors and equal to 6.3% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
yes
This projector has motorised zoom. 85.4% of projectors offer this.
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What reviewers say
Input lag
?
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
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 51.2% of projectors and equal to 46.5% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >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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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
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 36.8% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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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.
Mercury lamp.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
3,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 3,000 hours, longer than 91.9% of projectors and equal to 4% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
?
Operating power consumption
330 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 330 W of power, more than 79.6% of projectors and equal to 2.1% of projectors.
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What reviewers say

JVC DLA-X30 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • 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
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (50000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    50,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 11 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (20 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    20 dB vs 31 dB
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    motorized vs manual
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
    Via Clear Motion Drive.
  • 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
  • 14.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 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%

    8.6

    Average grade

    20%

    8.3

    Popularity

    Grades by review (10)
    9 reviews: 6 with a printed score, 3 estimated from the review. 1 video review, 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.
    8.5 vs 7.4
  • 11.5% better value for money
    JVC DLA-X30 has a higher value-for-money score than the average projector (7.75 vs 6.9).
    7.75 vs 6.95
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (50000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Native contrast ratio.
    50,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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 lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • 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
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    motorized vs manual
  • 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 %
  • 16 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (80 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    80 % vs 64 %
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
    Via Clear Motion Drive.
  • 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
  • 11 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (20 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    20 dB vs 31 dB
  • 8 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (20 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    20 dB vs 28 dB
  • 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.
    Mercury lamp.
    lamp vs laser
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 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.
    Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
    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.
  • 40.9% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,300 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,300 vs 2,200
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 40.9% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,300 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,300 vs 2,200
  • 10 earlier release
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2011 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    2011 vs 2021
  • 50 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    200 inch vs 250 inch
  • 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.
    Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • 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 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.
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector does not have a built-in speaker, while the average projector does. 87% of projectors have one.
  • No sleep timer
    This projector does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 82.4% of projectors have one.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    Mercury lamp.
    lamp vs laser
  • 17,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (3,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    3,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 5x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (14.9 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    14.9 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 100 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (330 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    330 W vs 230 W
  • 158 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (455 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    455 mm vs 297 mm
  • 322 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (472 mm vs 150 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 150 mm.
    472 mm vs 150 mm
  • 57 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (179 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    179 mm vs 122 mm
  • 0.3 W higher standby power
    This projector uses more standby power than the average projector (0.8 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    0.8 W vs 0.5 W

Video reviews

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

9.5
AVForums
≈ estimated
18/12/2011
Short review · picture, 3D and calibration tests
Verdict
JVC DLA-X30 is an excellent projector with the best 2D picture in its class and a highly recommended pick.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
avforums.com
✓ explicit
10/12/2011
Lab test · Calibrated 2D picture
Verdict
The JVC DLA-X30 reaches reference greyscale and gamma once calibrated and has deep blacks, but it lacks a colour management system for fine colour tuning.
8.0
projectorcentral.com
✓ explicit
11/01/2012
Hands-on test · Home theatre projector
Verdict
The JVC DLA-X30 gives deep blacks and a bright 2D picture for dark rooms, but its 3D kit is sold separately and it needs tuning out of the box.
9.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
31/01/2012
Hands-on review · Entry-level 3D projector
Verdict
The JVC DLA-X30 delivers excellent 2D pictures and runs almost silently, though its 3D needs switching to 3D mode by hand and it lacks a full colour management system.
10
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
01/03/2012
Quick review · 3D home cinema projector
Verdict
The JVC DLA-X30 is strong with 2D films, delivering sharp edges and vivid colours, but its 3D is less stable and comfortable, so it suits viewers who skip 3D.
9.0
hometheaterhifi.com
≈ estimated
25/04/2012
Hands-on test · Three-chip 3D projector
Verdict
The JVC DLA-X30 gives film-like, deep-black images for a dark room, though its partial colour management means perfect colour needs an external processor.
8.0
soundandvision.com
≈ estimated
02/05/2012
Lab test · 3D D-ILA projector
Verdict
The JVC DLA-X30 has class-leading black levels and very sharp pixel detail, but its 3D lags behind, so it suits mainly 2D viewers.
9.0
soundandvision.com
≈ estimated
02/05/2012
Hands-on test · 3D home cinema
Verdict
The JVC DLA-X30 is outstanding for 2D movies with deep blacks and sharp detail, but its 3D ghosting makes it a poor choice if 3D matters.
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audiovision.de
01/05/2012
✓ explicit
8.3
Summary of the review
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7.0
avcesar.com
✓ explicit
09/03/2012
Lab test · Entry-level 3D projector
Verdict
The JVC DLA-X30 gives deep blacks and a measured contrast above 26,500:1 for dark rooms, but its 3D needs a separate emitter and glasses.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about JVC DLA-X30

  • Industry-leading black levels and exceptional native contrast without needing a dynamic iris
  • Superb 2D picture quality described as highly detailed and film-like
  • Quiet operation, measuring approximately 20-24 dB in standard modes
  • Flexible installation via motorized zoom, focus, and vertical/horizontal lens shift
  • Excellent video processing for both high-definition and standard-definition content

What customers don't like about JVC DLA-X30

  • 3D performance is prone to crosstalk (ghosting) and flickering
  • Lack of a full Colour Management System (CMS) for advanced color calibration
  • The redesigned active shutter 3D glasses are reported as fragile and difficult to wear over spectacles
  • Absence of a motorized lens cover compared to previous models
  • Large and heavy chassis (approx. 15kg) which may complicate mounting
  • Noticeable 'soap opera effect' when using the Clear Motion Drive feature

Verdict

The JVC DLA-X30 is a Full HD home theater projector using a three-chip D-ILA design, known for its excellent native 50,000:1 contrast and very cinematic 2D image quality. It features a motorized 2x zoom, broad lens shift, lens memory for multiple aspect ratios, and very quiet operation at around 20 dB. Main strengths are its deep black levels, flexible installation, and strong motion handling for film content. Main drawbacks are its weaker 3D performance with possible flicker or crosstalk, no full color management system for advanced calibration, and brightness that is less convincing for 3D than some competing models.

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