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LG CineBeam PU700R Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,170Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:1000Throw ratio:1.2:1Lamp life:30000 hours

LG CineBeam PU700R 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 PU700R
6.2/10

Overall score

Score
6.2/ 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
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
▼ Worse than 66% of models
Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

5.7

User score

▼Worse than 66% of projectors
5.7

Value for money

Value for money
5.7/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

4.3

Price

▼Worse than 78%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

42%

6.7

Image Quality

22%

3.6

Projection & Lens

12%

7.1

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.9

Audio & Features

8%

6.9

Connectivity

6%

7.6

Design & Power

▼Worse than 59%
5.7

User score

User score
5.7/ 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
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 97%
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Technical Specifications of projector LG CineBeam PU700R

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 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
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

42%

6.7

Image Quality

22%

3.6

Projection & Lens

12%

7.1

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.9

Audio & Features

8%

6.9

Connectivity

6%

7.6

Design & Power

6.3
User score
User score
5.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

User ratings

30%

5.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
5.7
Popularity
Popularity
5.6/ 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
▲ Better than 55% of models
Popularity:
LG CineBeam PU700R has a popularity score of 5.6 points, which is higher than 55.2% of projectors.
5.6
Value for money
Value for money
5.7/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

6.2

Overall score

30%

4.3

Price

5.7
ANSI lumens
1,000
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 1,000 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 67.7% of projectors and equal to 2.7% 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.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.2:1
Min throw distance
1.63 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.63 m, longer than 89.8% of projectors.
Max projection size
120 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 120 inch, smaller than 80% of projectors and equal to 11.1% 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
184.2 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 184.2 ms, higher than 99.6% of projectors.
At 4K/60Hz.
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.
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.
Different HDMI ports reach 48 and 24 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 41.6% 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
5
This projector supports Bluetooth 5, more modern than 63% of projectors and equal to 17.7% 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.
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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.
RGB LED.
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
140 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 140 W of power, less than 63.2% of projectors and equal to 1.2% of projectors.
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LG CineBeam PU700R 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.
    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 %
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 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 ALLM
    This projector supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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 HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 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 TruMotion.
  • 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.
    Different HDMI ports reach 48 and 24 Gbps.
    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.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 156 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (144 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    144 mm vs 300 mm
  • 1 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (29 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    29 dB vs 30 dB
  • 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
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • 54.5% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,000 vs 2,200
  • 157.2 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (184.2 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 4K/60Hz.
    184.2 ms vs 27 ms
  • 126.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    120 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    RGB LED.
    led vs laser
  • 0.61 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.
    1.63 m vs 1.025 m
  • 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
  • 39.9% lower user score
    User score
    5.7/ 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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    ▼
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    LG CineBeam PU700R
    the average projector
    LG CineBeam PU700R has a lower user score than the average projector (5.72 vs 8.000).
    5.72 vs 8
  • 15% worse value for money
    LG CineBeam PU700R has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.66 vs 6.5).
    5.66 vs 6.51
  • 52% more expensive
    LG CineBeam PU700R is more expensive than the average projector (£1,170 vs £770).
    £1,170 vs £770
  • 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
  • 54.5% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,000 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.
    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.
  • 126.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (120 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    120 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 0.61 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.
    1.63 m vs 1.025 m
  • 21 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (9 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    9 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 21 degrees less horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers less horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (9 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    9 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 157.2 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (184.2 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 4K/60Hz.
    184.2 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
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 50% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (5 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    5 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.
    RGB LED.
    led vs laser

Video reviews

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

9.0
New Stuff TV
≈ estimated
08/12/2023
Hands-on review · gaming, apps and sound tests
Verdict
LG CineBeam PU700R is a good choice among compact projectors, though its built-in speakers and brightness have limits.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

projectorreviews.com
06/07/2023
Product review · Portable 4K projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam PU700R is a swivel 4K projector with mood lighting that suits living rooms, bedrooms and backyards, though it is dimmer than LG's HU70LAB.
projectorcentral.com
27/07/2023
Product review · Swivel 4K projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam PU700R is a swivel-spotlight 4K projector suited to casual viewing and presentations, but it lacks Netflix and has high input lag for fast games.
pcmag.com
10/08/2023
Lab test · Stylish 4K projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam PU700R is a stylish 4K projector, bright enough for a family room and able to project onto ceilings, but with frequent rainbow flashes.
uk.pcmag.com
10/08/2023
Hands-on test · Room-to-room 4K
Verdict
The LG CineBeam PU700R is a good-looking 4K portable that projects on ceilings and walls, but shows frequent rainbow flashes and lags for fast games.
residentialsystems.com
20/10/2023
Hands-on test · Swivel 4K projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam PU700R is a 4K projector that suits flexible setups and outdoor nights, but its automatic adjustment is unreliable and its audio is weak.
cnn.com
29/06/2023
Hands-on test · Pivoting 4K projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam PU700R is a crisp 4K projector for dim rooms, but slow autofocus, missing apps and a weak speaker hold it back.
prad.de
05/10/2023
Lab test · Portable 4K projector
Verdict
The LG CineBeam PU700R is a 3.1 kg 4K projector with reliable autofocus and a swivel body, but its automatic alignment often fails.
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fr.heimkinowelten.de
20/06/2023
Summary of the review
LG CineBeam PU700R portable projector
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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 LG CineBeam PU700R

  • Unique 90-degree swivel design for versatile placement and ceiling projection.
  • Crisp 4K UHD resolution and excellent color accuracy for a portable device.
  • Long-lasting LED light source rated for up to 30,000 hours.
  • Highly portable and compact form factor suitable for room-to-room use.
  • Fast and smooth webOS interface for smart TV navigation.
  • Bluetooth Dual Sound Out allows pairing with two sets of headphones or speakers simultaneously.

What customers don't like about LG CineBeam PU700R

  • Notably high input lag (measured around 184ms), making it unsuitable for competitive gaming.
  • Missing key streaming apps in the webOS store, most notably Netflix and HBO Max.
  • Struggles with deep black levels and shadow detail, often appearing as dark gray.
  • Focus uniformity issues where the center is sharp but corners appear soft.
  • Limited connectivity with only one HDMI port available.
  • Automatic Screen Adjustment (ASA) can be unreliable and cause image distortion.

Verdict

The LG CineBeam PU700R is a 4K UHD DLP projector that delivers 3840 x 2160 resolution through XPR pixel-shifting technology and 1,000 ANSI lumens of brightness from a long-lasting RGB LED light source rated for 30,000 hours. Its standout feature is a stylish, 90-degree rotating cradle stand that allows for easy wall or ceiling projection, complemented by Auto Screen Adjustment for automatic focus and keystone correction on screen sizes ranging from 60 to 120 inches. Main pros include its highly portable lifestyle design, vibrant color reproduction with HDR10/HLG support, and integrated webOS for streaming via apps like Prime Video and YouTube. However, notable cons include the lack of a native Netflix app, significant input lag that makes competitive gaming impractical, occasional rainbow artifacts common to single-chip DLP systems, and a relatively weak 5W mono speaker that often necessitates external audio.

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