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LG CineBeam HU70LA Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,190Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:1500Throw ratio:1.2-1.5:1Lamp life:30000 hours

LG CineBeam HU70LA Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

LG CineBeam HU70LA
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 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 69% of models
Score components

90%

6.9

Technical score

10%

8.7

User score

â–²Better than 69% of projectors
6.2

Value for money

Value for money
6.2/ 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 64% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

4.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 64%
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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â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components

42%

7.2

Image Quality

22%

4.5

Projection & Lens

12%

7.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.7

Audio & Features

8%

8.5

Connectivity

6%

7.4

Design & Power

â–²Better than 65%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 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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â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

9.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 85%
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Technical Specifications of projector LG CineBeam HU70LA

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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â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components:

42%

7.2

Image Quality

22%

4.5

Projection & Lens

12%

7.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.7

Audio & Features

8%

8.5

Connectivity

6%

7.4

Design & Power

6.9
User score
User score
8.7/ 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–² Better than 85% of models
Score components

70%

8.3

User ratings

30%

9.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
9.7/ 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 87% of models
Popularity:
LG CineBeam HU70LA has a popularity score of 9.7 points, which is higher than 86.7% of projectors.
9.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.2/ 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 64% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

4.2

Price

6.2
ANSI lumens
1,500
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 1,500 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 63.4% of projectors and equal to 1.2% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
150,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 150000:1, higher than 76.6% of projectors and equal to 1.5% 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.
Via XPR pixel shifting.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.2-1.5:1
Min throw distance
1.6 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.6 m, longer than 88.6% of projectors and equal to 1% of projectors.
Max projection size
140 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 140 inch, smaller than 77.8% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.25
Market range: <1.1 – >2.1
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.25, narrower than 61.2% of projectors and equal to 1.7% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
43 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 43 ms, higher than 70.9% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
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
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.
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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
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.
Operating system
proprietary
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% 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.
LG ThinQ app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
Magic Remote included.
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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
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 25.3% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 62.5% of projectors and equal to 33.2% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
210 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 210 W of power, less than 53.3% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
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LG CineBeam HU70LA vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via XPR pixel shifting.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (92% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    92% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (150000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    150,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    LG ThinQ app.
  • 9.1% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 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
    LG CineBeam HU70LA has a higher user score than the average projector (8.73 vs 8.000).
    8.73 vs 8
  • 98.5% more popular
    LG CineBeam HU70LA has a higher popularity than the average projector (9.67 vs 4.9).
    9.67 vs 4.87
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via XPR pixel shifting.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (92% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    92% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (150000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    150,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
    motorized vs manual
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
    Via TruMotion.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 2 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (3 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    3 vs 1
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    LG ThinQ 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.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 3 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (25 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    25 dB vs 28 dB
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 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
  • 106.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (140 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    140 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 0.58 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.6 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.6 m vs 1.025 m
  • 31.8% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,500 vs 2,200
  • 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.
    At 4K.
    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.
  • 16 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (43 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    43 ms vs 27 ms
  • 54.6% more expensive
    LG CineBeam HU70LA is more expensive than the average projector (£1,190 vs £770).
    £1,190 vs £770
  • 31.8% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,500 vs 2,200
  • 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.
    At 4K.
    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.
  • 106.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (140 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    140 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 0.58 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.6 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.6 m vs 1.025 m
  • 0.05 2x narrower zoom range
    This projector has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.3 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    1.25 vs 1.3
  • 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
  • 16 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (43 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    43 ms vs 27 ms
  • 40% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (6 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 3W.
    6 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

Video reviews

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

9.5
Chris Majestic
≈ estimated
15/06/2020
Hands-on review · image quality, gaming and features
Verdict
LG CineBeam HU70LA is a great LED projector and easy to recommend, with minor drawbacks in speakers and black levels.
9.0
GADGET TECH
≈ estimated
19/05/2020
Hands-on review · picture, sound and app tests
Verdict
LG CineBeam HU70LA is an excellent projector for the price, though black levels and brightness are clearly limited.
9.0
JoelsterG4K
≈ estimated
07/01/2020
Hands-on review · gaming, picture, sound and smart TV tests
Verdict
LG CineBeam HU70LA has a beautiful picture and a great smart TV experience for the price, though it lacks 3D and needs a power brick.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

projectorcentral.com
28/11/2019
Lab test · Smart TV projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam HU70LA is a 4K smart TV in projector form, best for bright rooms and everyday viewing, but weaker than rivals for dark-room movie nights.
techradar.com
14/03/2020
Hands-on test · Living room projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam HU70LA is a compact 4K projector with a good picture and built-in streaming apps, best in living rooms with some ambient light.
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hometheaterreview.com
07/04/2020
Summary of the review
LG HU70LA 4K UHD LED Smart Home Theater CineBeam Projector Reviewed
projectorreviews.com
26/01/2020
Hands-on review · Smart LED projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam HU70LA is a compact smart projector that can stand in for a flat-panel TV, with lamp-free LED light and automatic HDR tuning.
projectorreviews.com
26/01/2020
Hands-on test · Picture quality
Verdict
The LG HU70LA suits family rooms with some daylight, where its Expert Bright mode looks most accurate, though its blacks look dark gray.
avforums.com
04/11/2020
Lab test · Smart LED projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam HU70LA is a quiet smart LED projector whose webOS platform is its strongest point, though its out-of-the-box greyscale needs calibration.
tweakers.net
30/08/2020
Hands-on review · 4K home projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam HU70LA is an easy-to-use 4K projector that suits dark rooms, since 1500 lumens wash out near a window or lamp.

Third-party reviews

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

What customers like about LG CineBeam HU70LA

  • Excellent 4K image quality with high color accuracy and detail right out of the box
  • Compact and lightweight design, making it portable and easy to place on small tables
  • Built-in LG webOS smart platform provides seamless access to popular streaming apps like Netflix and Prime Video
  • Long-lasting 4 channel LED light source (up to 30,000 hours) eliminates the need for frequent bulb replacements
  • Quiet operation, especially in economy modes, and features smooth motion handling without rainbow effects
  • Includes helpful smart features like Google Assistant integration and the Magic Remote with voice control

What customers don't like about LG CineBeam HU70LA

  • Mediocre black levels and contrast, with blacks often appearing closer to dark grey in low light
  • Limited brightness (1,500 lumens), making it struggle in rooms with significant ambient light
  • Lack of advanced physical setup tools such as horizontal/vertical lens shift or horizontal keystone correction
  • Built-in 6W speakers lack bass and clarity, making external soundbars or speakers highly recommended
  • High input lag (around 43-52ms) may not satisfy competitive gamers
  • Some users report durability issues like overheating and connectivity problems after a few years of use

Verdict

The LG CineBeam HU70LA is a compact 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) DLP projector featuring a wheel-less 4-channel LED light source that delivers 1,500 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 150,000:1. It offers specialized wheel-less technology to eliminate the 'rainbow effect' and provides a long-lasting light engine rated for up to 30,000 hours of use. Key pros include excellent out-of-the-box color accuracy, a built-in LG webOS smart platform with native streaming apps, and advanced features like HDR10 with Dynamic Tone Mapping and a backlit Magic Remote. However, notable cons include relatively shallow black levels that are better suited for rooms with some ambient light, a lack of horizontal or vertical lens shift which limits placement flexibility, and a somewhat restricted 1.25x zoom range.

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