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Optoma UHD65 review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£2,900Native panel resolution:2716x1528ANSI lumens:2200Throw ratio:1.39-2.22:1Lamp life:4000 hours

Optoma UHD65 Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 18 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Optoma UHD65
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

6.7

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.3

Reviews score

10%

6.7

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 65% of projectors
5.4

Value for money

Value for money
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 94%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

42%

8.0

Image Quality

22%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12%

6.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.8

Audio & Features

8%

6.2

Connectivity

6%

4.9

Design & Power

â–²Better than 59%
8.3

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.1

Average grade

20%

8.9

Popularity

Grades by review (18)
15 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 51%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £2,900
Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the Optoma UHD65

Based on 9 · 6

Reviewers praise the image quality, smooth motion and quiet fan, but find brightness, contrast and HDR underwhelming.
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Ranked #763 of 985 models in Projectors (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of projector Optoma UHD65

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components:

42%

8.0

Image Quality

22%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12%

6.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.8

Audio & Features

8%

6.2

Connectivity

6%

4.9

Design & Power

6.7
Reviews score
8.3
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.4
ANSI lumens
2,200
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 2,200 ANSI lumens, brighter than 46.2% of projectors and equal to 4.3% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
1,200,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1200000:1, higher than 87.6% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
2716x1528
This projector uses a native resolution of 2716x1528, higher than 89.2% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 71.2% of projectors and equal to 24.6% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.39-2.22:1
Min throw distance
1.3 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.3 m, longer than 72.2% of projectors and equal to 3.5% of projectors.
Max projection size
302 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 302 inch, larger than 91.2% of projectors and equal to 1.7% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.6
Market range: <1.1 – >2.06
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.6, wider than 61.5% of projectors and equal to 17% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
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What reviewers say
Input lag
80 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 80 ms, higher than 93.2% of projectors and equal to 0.6% of projectors.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not switch to low-latency mode automatically. 16.1% of projectors offer this.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 46.1% of projectors and equal to 35.9% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports use 2 and 1.4.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.9% of projectors and equal to 39.7% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 18 and 10.2 Gbps.
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What reviewers say
N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.9% of projectors and equal to 47.3% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.7% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have built-in smart TV features. 43.9% of projectors offer this.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 36.8% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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Light source type
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 66.5% of projectors and equal to 33.5% of projectors.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
4,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 4,000 hours, longer than 78.8% of projectors and equal to 9.6% 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 64.8% of projectors and equal to 9.7% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
317 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 317 W of power, more than 77.2% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
Typical power draw.
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What reviewers say

Optoma UHD65 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1200000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,200,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
    2716x1528 vs 1920x1080
  • 52 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (302 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    302 inch vs 250 inch
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 0.19 inch larger DMD chip
    This projector has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.66 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    dual 4W stereo speaker.
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
    Via PureMotion.
  • 12.2% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.3/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.8 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    80%

    8.1

    Average grade

    20%

    8.9

    Popularity

    Grades by review (18)
    15 reviews: 8 with a printed score, 7 estimated from the review. 3 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.3 vs 7.4
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1200000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,200,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
    2716x1528 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 0.19 inch larger DMD chip
    This projector has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.66 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 52 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (302 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    302 inch vs 250 inch
  • 0.3 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.6 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    1.6 vs 1.3
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
    Via PureMotion.
  • Has S/PDIF output
    This projector supports S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 16.6% of projectors support 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
  • 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
  • VGA input included
    This projector supports VGA input, while the average projector does not. 44.1% of projectors support VGA input.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    dual 4W stereo speaker.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 3 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (28 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    28 dB vs 31 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
  • 53 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (80 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    80 ms vs 27 ms
  • 49 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (15 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    15 % vs 64 %
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • 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
  • 0.29 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.3 m vs 1.0055 m
  • No 3D video
    This projector does not support 3D video, while the average projector does. 55.4% of projectors support 3D video.
  • 4.39x more expensive
    Optoma UHD65 is more expensive than the average projector (£2,900 vs £660).
    £2,900 vs £660
  • 28.1% worse value for money
    Optoma UHD65 has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.42 vs 6.9).
    5.42 vs 6.95
  • 10.7% lower sentiment score
    6.7 vs 7.5
  • No 3D video
    This projector does not support 3D video, while the average projector does. 55.4% of projectors support 3D video.
  • 4 earlier release
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2017 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    June 2017
    2017 vs 2021
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not display 3D with glasses, while the average projector does. 54.4% of projectors offer 3D with glasses.
  • 49 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (15 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    15 % vs 64 %
  • 0.29 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.3 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.3 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 53 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (80 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    80 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
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • 20% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (8 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    8 W vs 10 W
  • 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
  • 2.62x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (7.8 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    7.8 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 87 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (317 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Typical power draw.
    317 W vs 230 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
  • 201 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (498 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    498 mm vs 297 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
That Home Theater Dude
≈ estimated
28/08/2018
Hands-on review · picture, motion and heat tests
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is an excellent projector and easy to recommend, with minor drawbacks in brightness and heat.
6.0
all things tech
≈ estimated
21/03/2019
Comparison · picture and gaming tests
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 has a better picture, but the price gap is not worth it for most buyers.
9.0
all things tech
≈ estimated
20/03/2019
Hands-on review · picture tests in bright and dark room
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is pricey, but its picture is excellent, especially with the lights off.
9.0
THE RAFCAVE
≈ estimated
12/07/2018
Channel update · thoughts on the projector before selling it
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 had no problems for its owner, who loved it and is selling it only to fund an upgrade.
8.0
THE RAFCAVE
≈ estimated
05/10/2017
Unboxing and setup · replacement unit first look
Verdict
Optoma UHD65 replacement is much quieter than the earlier unit, with a great picture straight out of the box.
9.0
THE RAFCAVE
≈ estimated
20/09/2017
Unboxing and setup · out-of-box picture and install tests
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 looks beautiful out of the box and handles sports well, with strong value, though its cable and mount needed fixing.
9.0
Tech in a Sec
≈ estimated
17/01/2019
First look · unboxing and quick test
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is highly recommended for the price, thanks to its praised picture and built-in speakers.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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whathifi.com
✓ explicit
08/10/2018
Test room review · 4K projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a capable 4K HDR projector with rich, natural colours and strong upscaling, though dark scenes lose some detail.
8.0
projectorreviews.com
≈ estimated
18/07/2017
Lab test · 4K home projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a very sharp 4K projector with good value for home theaters, though its HDR is still rough and 3D is missing.
7.0
soundandvision.com
≈ estimated
15/11/2017
Lab test · 4K home projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a detailed, colorful projector for Full HD and SDR films, but its black levels are weak and its 4K HDR looks dim.
8.0
trustedreviews.com
✓ explicit
26/11/2017
Home cinema review · 4K projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a 4K projector with rich color and quiet fans, but its limited contrast makes it best in a fully dark room.
8.0
techaeris.com
≈ estimated
28/01/2018
Hands-on review · 4K home entertainment
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a crisp 4K HDR projector with bright, clear colours that suits films and Xbox One X gaming, though its speakers lack bass.
8.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
23/04/2018
Hands-on review · 4K DLP projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a quiet, very detailed 4K projector that works with curtains half-open, but its zoom and focus are set by hand.
8.0
gamesradar.com
✓ explicit
09/08/2022
Hands-on review · Gaming projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a compact, quiet 4K projector with sharp pictures for films and gaming, but its HDR is limited.
7.0
digit.in
≈ estimated
01/08/2023
Hands-on review · 4K HDR projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a quiet 4K HDR projector with near-Rec.709 colour, but its 2,200-lumen lamp is too dim for a sunny room.
9.0
projectorcentral.com
≈ estimated
05/06/2017
First look · 4K DLP projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 matched a native 4K Sony on sharpness in side-by-side tests, but falls behind it on brightness and contrast.
8.0
avforums.com
✓ explicit
27/09/2017
Full review · 4K DLP projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 gives a very sharp picture with accurate color out of the box, but its limited color range and hand-operated lens controls hold it back.
hometheaterreview.com
13/11/2017
Not graded yet
8.0
rehders.de
≈ estimated
22/01/2018
Lab test · Home cinema projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 projects very sharp 4K detail and smooths 24 Hz films well, but weak contrast and colour tints in bright areas hold it back.
7.2
audiovision.de
✓ explicit
11/03/2018
Lab test · 4K HDR projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 delivers crisp, flicker-free 4K detail and clean PAL TV playback, but weak black levels and overdriven HDR colours hold it back.
9.0
hifitest.de
✓ explicit
16/06/2018
Hands-on test · Cinema projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 offers accurate colours and smooth sports motion straight out of the box, though its black level and fiddly lens setup need work.
6.4
on-mag.fr
✓ explicit
31/10/2017
Lab test · 4K DLP projector
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a sharp projector for big images with smooth Full HD films, but its 4K HDR lacks highlight punch and contrast.
9.0
tech.everyeye.it
≈ estimated
24/04/2018
Hands-on review · 4K home cinema
Verdict
The Optoma UHD65 is a quiet 4K HDR projector with rich colours and detailed images up to 300 inches, though its speakers are only adequate.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Optoma UHD65

  • Exceptional 4K sharpness and detail thanks to the single-chip DLP design
  • Excellent upscaling of 1080p and lower-resolution content
  • Accurate colors and natural skin tones, especially after calibration
  • PureMotion frame interpolation provides smooth motion for sports
  • Quiet operation and relatively compact build for a 4K projector
  • Strong value proposition compared to higher-priced native 4K models
  • Long lamp life of up to 15,000 hours in certain modes

What customers don't like about Optoma UHD65

  • Average black levels and contrast, appearing greyish in dark rooms
  • High input lag (approx. 80ms+) making it unsuitable for competitive gaming
  • Lacks 3D support, which is a common omission in this generation
  • HDR performance can be underwhelming with some detail loss in bright areas
  • Limited setup flexibility due to lack of keystone correction and motorized lens
  • No support for wide color gamut (Rec. 2020/P3), mapping instead to Rec. 709
  • Lens shift, zoom, and focus must be adjusted manually

Verdict

The Optoma UHD65 is a high-performance 4K UHD home cinema projector that utilizes Texas Instruments XPR technology to deliver a sharp 3840x2160 resolution with 8.3 million distinct pixels. Key specifications include a brightness of 2,200 ANSI lumens, an impressive 1,200,000:1 contrast ratio with Dynamic Black, and an RGBRGB colour wheel for accurate Rec.709 cinematic colour reproduction. Its primary advantages are the PureMotion frame-interpolation for smooth, judder-free action and HDR10 compatibility that enhances detail and texture in high-dynamic-range content. Installation is flexible thanks to a 1.6x manual zoom and +15% vertical lens shift, while its quiet 25dB operation ensures minimal distraction. However, notable drawbacks include relatively high input lag of approximately 80ms, making it less suitable for competitive gaming, and a lack of support for 3D content and keystone correction.

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