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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£530
  • Avg. price in US: ~$700
  • ANSI lumens: 500
  • Native panel resolution: 1280x800
  • Throw ratio: 1.52:1

LG PG65U review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

4.6

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

4.4

Technical Score

10.0%

6.3

User score

Poor
4.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

4.5

Image Quality

22.0%

3.8

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

4.0

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.5

Connectivity

6.0%

7.3

Design & Power

Poor
6.3

User score

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 components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

3.2

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.8
(19)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

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  • 4.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Input lag

    25.0%

    1.0

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    7.2

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    1.5

    Audio output power

  • 5.6
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    1.0

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Smart TV features

  • 3.6
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.2

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    1.8

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    7.2

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The LG PG65U is an ultra-portable DLP LED projector featuring a native WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution and 500 ANSI lumens of brightness. Key characteristics include its compact, retro-camera aesthetic, a long-lasting LED light source rated for up to 30,000 hours, and a built-in digital TV tuner for cord-free viewing. Main pros are its high portability (weighing just 0.55 kg), versatile wireless connectivity options like WiDi and Miracast, and an integrated rechargeable battery that offers up to 2 hours of playback. However, its primary cons include limited brightness that struggles in well-lit rooms and a small 3W mono speaker that may require external audio for a more immersive experience.

Technical Specifications of LG PG65U

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

4.5

Image Quality

22.0%

3.8

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

4.0

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.5

Connectivity

6.0%

7.3

Design & Power

4.4
LG PG65U has a technical score of 4.38 points, which is lower than 96.2% of projectors.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

3.2

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.8
(19)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

6.3
LG PG65U has a user score of 6.27 points, which is lower than 91.6% of projectors.
Popularity
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.
3.2
LG PG65U has a popularity of 3.2 points, which is higher than 57.8% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

4.6

Overall score

40.0%

7.7

Price

5.5
LG PG65U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.5 points, which is lower than 69.7% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

500
LG PG65U reaches 500 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 77.6% of projectors and equal to 3.4% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

100,000:1
LG PG65U has a contrast ratio of 100000:1, higher than 71.6% of projectors and equal to 3.8% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1280x800
LG PG65U uses a native resolution of 1280x800, lower than 74.6% of projectors and equal to 7.8% of projectors.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

1280x800
LG PG65U supports output resolution up to 1280x800, lower than 75.9% of projectors and equal to 7.9% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Throw ratio
What it is: Ratio between projection distance and image width.
When it matters: When room size and screen size have to match properly instead of guessing whether the projector will fit the space.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.52:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

0.79 m
LG PG65U needs a minimum throw distance of 0.79 m, shorter than 75.5% of projectors and equal to 0.8% of projectors.
Max projection size
What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

125 inch
LG PG65U supports projection sizes up to 125 inch, smaller than 79.8% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
LG PG65U does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

Importance: LOW

no
LG PG65U does not support ALLM. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
LG PG65U does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

1.4
LG PG65U supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 34.1% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

1
LG PG65U has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 42.2% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

no
LG PG65U does not support Wi-Fi. 52.7% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

Importance: LOW

no
LG PG65U does not support Bluetooth. 50% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

N/A
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Smart TV features
What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

Importance: LOW

no
LG PG65U does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

none
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

Importance: LOW

no
LG PG65U does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.6% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

yes
LG PG65U includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

led
LG PG65U uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

no
LG PG65U does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

30,000 hours
LG PG65U offers lamp life of 30000 hours, shorter than 68.9% of projectors and equal to 25.4% of projectors.
LED light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

30,000 hours
LG PG65U offers eco-mode lamp life of 30000 hours, shorter than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 35.6% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

65 W
LG PG65U uses 65 W of power, less than 80.8% of projectors and equal to 6.4% of projectors.
Operating power consumption is 65 W; power draw rises to 90 W when using the battery.
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LG PG65U vs the average projector

  • Higher contrast ratio
    LG PG65U has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
    When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    LG PG65U has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.100,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 1 more audio input ports
    LG PG65U has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    What it is: Number of analog audio input ports available.
    When it matters: When you connect several devices at the same time, port count matters.

    Importance: LOW

    LG PG65U has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.1 vs 0
  • 0.27 m shorter throw distance
    LG PG65U has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.8 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
    What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
    When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    LG PG65U has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.8 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.0.79 m vs 1.06 m
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    LG PG65U 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.
    LED light source life.
    What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
    When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

    Importance: LOW

    LG PG65U 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.30000 hours vs 20000 hours
  • 82.3% lighter weight
    LG PG65U is lighter than the average projector (0.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    What it is: Total weight of the projector including lamp and lens.
    When it matters: When you move the projector between rooms or setups, lower weight matters.

    Importance: LOW

    LG PG65U is lighter than the average projector (0.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.0.55 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • Supports Miracast
    LG PG65U supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
    What it is: Support for Miracast wireless screen mirroring.
    When it matters: When you want quick wireless mirroring from supported Windows or Android devices without extra streaming hardware.

    Importance: LOW

    LG PG65U supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    LG PG65U 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.
    Eco mode rating.
    What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
    When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

    Importance: LOW

    LG PG65U 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.30000 hours vs 20000 hours
  • 168.9 W lower power use
    LG PG65U uses less power than the average projector (65 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
    Operating power consumption is 65 W; power draw rises to 90 W when using the battery.
    What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
    When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

    Importance: LOW

    LG PG65U uses less power than the average projector (65 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.65 W vs 233.9 W
  • Higher contrast ratio
    LG PG65U has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • 0.27 m shorter throw distance
    LG PG65U has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.8 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
  • Supports Miracast
    LG PG65U supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Includes memory card slot
    LG PG65U includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • Includes VGA
    LG PG65U includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    LG PG65U has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    LG PG65U 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.
  • 82.3% lighter weight
    LG PG65U is lighter than the average projector (0.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    LG PG65U 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.
  • 168.9 W lower power use
    LG PG65U uses less power than the average projector (65 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 238.5 mm narrower width
    LG PG65U is narrower than the average projector (61 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • 0.2 W lower standby power
    LG PG65U uses less standby power than the average projector (0.3 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.

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Image Quality
Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • No HDR10 support
    LG PG65U does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 77.3% dimmer image
    LG PG65U has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    LG PG65U has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
  • Low native resolution
    LG PG65U has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
  • Lower output resolution
    LG PG65U supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    LG PG65U has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • Narrower color gamut
    LG PG65U has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (95% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
  • 0.02 inch smaller DMD chip
    LG PG65U has a lower DMD chip size than the average projector (0.5 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
  • 125 inch smaller image size
    LG PG65U has a lower projection size than the average projector (125 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Limited HDMI format
    LG PG65U 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.
  • Older HDMI version
    LG PG65U has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    LG PG65U has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    LG PG65U does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No RS-232 control
    LG PG65U does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 70% weaker audio output
    LG PG65U has a lower audio output power than the average projector (3 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
  • Basic light source
    LG PG65U has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 8 older model
    LG PG65U was released earlier than the average projector (2,013 vs 2,021). The average projector was released in 2,021.
    May 2013
  • No HDR10 support
    LG PG65U does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
    What it is: Support for HDR10 high dynamic range standard.
    When it matters: When you want the projector to handle mainstream HDR movie and streaming content instead of standard dynamic range only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    LG PG65U does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Limited HDMI format
    LG PG65U 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.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    LG PG65U 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
  • 77.3% dimmer image
    LG PG65U has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    LG PG65U has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.500 vs 2,200
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    LG PG65U has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    What it is: Number of bits per color channel for color depth.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: LOW

    LG PG65U 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
    LG PG65U has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
    When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

    Importance: LOW

    LG PG65U has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.1 vs 2
  • Basic light source
    LG PG65U has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
    When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

    Importance: LOW

    LG PG65U has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.led vs laser
  • Low native resolution
    LG PG65U has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
    When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

    Importance: HIGH

    LG PG65U has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.1280x800 vs 1920x1080
  • 125 inch smaller image size
    LG PG65U has a lower projection size than the average projector (125 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    LG PG65U has a lower projection size than the average projector (125 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.125 inch vs 250 inch
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Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.8
19 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about LG PG65U?

  • Extremely compact and lightweight design (approx. 550g) makes it highly portable for travel and business
  • Long-lasting LED light source with an estimated lifespan of 30,000 hours, eliminating the need for bulb replacements
  • Versatile connectivity options including HDMI, VGA, Wi-Fi, Miracast, and Wi-Di support
  • Includes a built-in battery (approx. 2 hours of life) for use in locations without power outlets
  • Features a built-in digital TV tuner for standalone viewing
  • Auto-keystone correction simplifies image setup on the go

What customers dislike about LG PG65U?

  • Limited brightness (500 ANSI lumens) makes it difficult to use in well-lit rooms or large venues
  • WXGA (1280x800) native resolution may lack the sharpness required for highly detailed presentations
  • Internal speakers are small and may require external audio for a better cinematic experience
  • Reports of long-term durability issues, such as internal plastic lenses potentially melting or darkening over years of use
  • Higher input lag makes it less suitable for serious gaming compared to dedicated monitors
  • The built-in digital tuner is incompatible with PAL systems used in regions like the UK

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19/05/2014
Review: LG PG60G/PG65U - Small Projector for On the Go

The LG PG60G is a highly compact, mobile DLP LED projector tailored for on-the-go entertainment and casual outdoor viewing. Tested on Beisammen.de, its standout feature is a detachable battery pack that delivers up to two hours of continuous operation, making it capable of broadcasting a full football match without a power cable. It provides versatile connectivity, including HDMI,...Read more

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