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Optoma UHD30 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£810Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:3400Throw ratio:1.5-1.66:1Lamp life:4000 hours

Optoma UHD30 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Optoma UHD30
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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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▲ Better than 74% of models
Score components

90%

7.0

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

▲Better than 74% of projectors
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 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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▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

6.2

Price

▲Better than 66%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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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▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components

42%

8.4

Image Quality

22%

5.7

Projection & Lens

12%

7.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.1

Audio & Features

8%

5.9

Connectivity

6%

5.4

Design & Power

▲Better than 70%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 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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▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

9.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 80%
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Technical Specifications of projector Optoma UHD30

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 70% of models
Score components:

42%

8.4

Image Quality

22%

5.7

Projection & Lens

12%

7.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.1

Audio & Features

8%

5.9

Connectivity

6%

5.4

Design & Power

7.0
User score
User score
8.6/ 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
▲ Better than 80% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

9.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
9.9/ 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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▲ Better than 88% of models
Popularity:
Optoma UHD30 has a popularity score of 9.9 points, which is higher than 88% of projectors.
9.9
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 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
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

6.2

Price

6.9
ANSI lumens
3,400
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 3,400 ANSI lumens, brighter than 78.4% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
500,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 500000:1, higher than 81.6% of projectors and equal to 1.7% 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
1.5-1.66:1
Min throw distance
1.21 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.21 m, longer than 69.4% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
Max projection size
302 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 302 inch, larger than 91.4% of projectors and equal to 1.9% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.1
Market range: <1.1 – >2.1
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.1, narrower than 86.1% of projectors and equal to 12.2% 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
15.7 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 15.7 ms, lower than 77.6% 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.
Different HDMI ports use 2 and 1.4.
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
no
This projector does not support Wi-Fi. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.2% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% 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
4,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 4,000 hours, longer than 77.2% of projectors and equal to 9.9% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
10,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 10,000 hours, longer than 66.3% of projectors and equal to 7.8% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
315 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 315 W of power, more than 74% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
Typical power draw.
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Optoma UHD30 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 54.5% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,400 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,400 vs 2,200
  • 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
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (500000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    500,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    240 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 55.5 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (302 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    302 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 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.
  • 2.03x more popular
    Optoma UHD30 has a higher popularity than the average projector (9.88 vs 4.9).
    9.88 vs 4.87
  • 7% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 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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    Optoma UHD30
    the average projector
    Optoma UHD30 has a higher user score than the average projector (8.56 vs 8.000).
    8.56 vs 8
  • 54.5% brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,400 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    3,400 vs 2,200
  • 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
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (500000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    500,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 2.82x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (240 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    240 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 2 bit deeper color depth
    This projector has a higher color depth than the average projector (12 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    12 bit vs 10 bit
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 55.5 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (302 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    302 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 11.3 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (15.7 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    15.7 ms vs 27 ms
  • 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 USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • Includes VGA
    This projector includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 45.3% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    1 vs 0
  • 4 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (26 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    26 dB vs 30 dB
  • 2 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (26 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    26 dB vs 28 dB
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 0.2 2x narrower zoom range
    This projector has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    1.1 vs 1.3
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 0.19 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.21 m vs 1.025 m
  • Narrower color gamut
    This projector 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.
    95% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 10,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • Narrower color gamut
    This projector 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.
    95% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 0.2 2x narrower zoom range
    This projector has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    1.1 vs 1.3
  • 0.19 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.21 m vs 1.025 m
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 80 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (315 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    Typical power draw.
    315 W vs 235 W
  • 10,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours

Video reviews

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

8.0
Craig C
≈ estimated
15/02/2021
Overview · picture, controls and connections in a dark room
Verdict
Optoma UHD30 gives a bright 4K picture that looks beautiful in a dark room, and its fan stays quiet.
8.0
Linus Tech Tips
≈ estimated
19/01/2021
Hands-on review · gaming, HDR, contrast and keystone tests
Verdict
Optoma UHD30 is a good pick for dark-room gaming if you don't need keystone, though its contrast is oversold.
9.5
NTTIPS
≈ estimated
12/11/2020
Owner review · gaming, 4K HDR movies and 3D tests
Verdict
Optoma UHD30 is a strong pick for gaming and 4K HDR viewing at a modest price, despite minor quirks.
Overview video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
06/10/2020
Hands-on test · Low-lag 4K gaming
Verdict
The Optoma UHD30 is a 4K gaming projector with 15.7ms input lag, but it must sit about 3m from the screen to fill 100 inches, and its speaker sounds harsh.
cnet.com
05/12/2020
Lab test · Bright 4K projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD30 is a very bright 4K projector with accurate colors, but its weak contrast and HDR banding make it hard to recommend over the BenQ HT2050A.
h-m-entertainment.com
17/10/2024
Hands-on review · Gaming 4K DLP
Verdict
The Optoma UHD30 is a sharp, low-lag 4K DLP projector similar to the UHD50X, but its black levels and HDR performance are weak.
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popula.nl
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Summary of the review
Optoma UHD30 Projector Review - Popula.nl
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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 Optoma UHD30

  • Excellent 4K picture quality with sharp and crisp details
  • High brightness (3,400 lumens) suitable for use in rooms with ambient light
  • Very low input lag (15.7ms), ideal for responsive gaming
  • Accurate and vibrant color reproduction, especially in HDR mode
  • Quiet operation in Eco mode
  • Backlit remote control makes it easy to use in dark theater rooms

What customers don't like about Optoma UHD30

  • Poor built-in speaker quality, described as tinny and weak
  • Limited 1.1x manual zoom and lack of lens shift complicates installation
  • Long throw distance required to achieve large screen sizes
  • Noticeable fan noise when running at peak brightness or in non-Eco modes
  • Mediocre native contrast ratio and black levels compared to competitors
  • Slow source switching and input detection times
  • Reports of dead pixels appearing after relatively short periods of use

Verdict

The Optoma UHD30 is a versatile 4K UHD DLP projector designed for both high-end home cinema and competitive gaming, featuring a high brightness of 3,400 ANSI lumens and a dynamic contrast ratio of 500,000:1. It stands out with a rapid 240Hz refresh rate at 1080p and an Enhanced Gaming Mode that reduces input lag to 16ms, making it exceptionally smooth for fast-paced action. The unit supports HDR10 and HLG for vibrant color depth and is capable of projecting images up to 300 inches, with a lamp life extending up to 15,000 hours in dynamic mode. Main pros include its impressive daylight visibility, sharp 4K detail, and ultra-responsive performance for gamers. However, cons include a limited 1.1x manual zoom and a lack of vertical lens shift, which restricts installation flexibility, alongside a built-in 10W speaker that is often described as tinny and underpowered for a cinematic experience.

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