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Optoma UHZ5000 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£3,780Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:5000Throw ratio:1.2-1.92:1Lamp life:30000 hours

Optoma UHZ5000 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 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
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★ Better than 94% of models
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90%

8.0

Technical score

10%

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User score

★Better than 94% of projectors
5.9

Value for money

Value for money
5.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
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70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 73%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 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 94% of models
Score components

42%

9.1

Image Quality

22%

5.4

Projection & Lens

12%

8.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.1

Audio & Features

8%

7.9

Connectivity

6%

8.4

Design & Power

★Better than 94%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 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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70%

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User ratings

30%

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £3,780
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Technical Specifications of projector Optoma UHZ5000

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 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 94% of models
Score components:

42%

9.1

Image Quality

22%

5.4

Projection & Lens

12%

8.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.1

Audio & Features

8%

7.9

Connectivity

6%

8.4

Design & Power

8.0
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Optoma UHZ5000 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 64.5% of projectors.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.9
ANSI lumens
5,000
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 5,000 ANSI lumens, brighter than 92.9% of projectors and equal to 2.5% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
3,500,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 3500000:1, higher than 97.7% of projectors and equal to 0.1% 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
1.2-1.92:1
Min throw distance
1.3 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.3 m, longer than 72.4% of projectors and equal to 3.3% 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
1.6
Market range: <1.1 – >2.1
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.6, wider than 58.4% of projectors and equal to 18.6% 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
8.5 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 8.5 ms, lower than 85.7% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
In 1080P.
Auto low latency mode (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 18 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
3
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 3 HDMI port/s, more than 92.8% of projectors and equal to 6.9% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
?
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
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
Android
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
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
laser
This projector uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 74% of projectors and equal to 26% of projectors.
Laser Phosphor.
Laser Light Source
yes
This projector uses a laser light source. 72% 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.
Laser light source life.
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
345 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 345 W of power, more than 81.5% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
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Optoma UHZ5000 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 2.27x brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (5,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    5,000 vs 2,200
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (3500000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    3,500,000:1 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
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (95% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    95% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • 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.
  • 2.27x brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (5,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    5,000 vs 2,200
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (3500000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    3,500,000:1 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
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.3% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (95% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    95% DCI-P3 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.7% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 18.5 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (8.5 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In 1080P.
    8.5 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
    Via PureMotion.
  • 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 18 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.
    Via eARC.
  • 2 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (3 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    3 vs 1
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    This projector has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • 1 more HDMI ports
    This projector has more HDMI ports than the average projector (3 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    3 vs 2
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This projector has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    2x 5W built-in, not stereo speaker.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Alexa and Google Assistant supported.
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
  • Uses laser light source
    This projector uses a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
  • 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.
    Laser light source 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.
    Laser light source life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 20 % less horizontal lens shift
    This projector has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    10 % vs 30 %
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 4K.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 34 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (26 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    Asymmetrical range: +6% / -26%.
    26 % vs 60 %
  • 0.28 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 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.3 m vs 1.025 m
  • 3.4x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (10.5 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    10.54 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 4.91x more expensive
    Optoma UHZ5000 is more expensive than the average projector (£3,780 vs £770).
    £3,780 vs £770
  • 110 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (345 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    345 W vs 235 W
  • 4.91x more expensive
    Optoma UHZ5000 is more expensive than the average projector (£3,780 vs £770).
    £3,780 vs £770
  • 4.87x less popular
    Optoma UHZ5000 has a lower popularity than the average projector (1 vs 4.9).
    1 vs 4.87
  • 10.7% worse value for money
    Optoma UHZ5000 has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.88 vs 6.5).
    5.88 vs 6.51
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 4K.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 20 % less horizontal lens shift
    This projector has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    10 % vs 30 %
  • 0.28 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 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.3 m vs 1.025 m
  • 34 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (26 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    Asymmetrical range: +6% / -26%.
    26 % vs 60 %
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 3.4x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (10.5 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    10.54 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 110 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (345 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    345 W vs 235 W
  • 198 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (498 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    498 mm vs 300 mm
  • 1 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (31 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    31 dB vs 30 dB

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Optoma UHZ5000 Review - 97% the Best Projector for Your Living Room!
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What customers like about Optoma UHZ5000

  • High brightness (5,000 ANSI lumens) suitable for rooms with ambient light
  • Long-lasting laser light source with up to 30,000 hours in eco mode
  • Excellent for gaming with low input lag (16.7ms at 4K/60Hz, 4ms at 1080p/240Hz)
  • Sharp 4K UHD resolution using pixel-shifting technology
  • Quiet operation, especially in eco mode (25 dB)
  • Support for HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and 3D content
  • Versatile installation with vertical and horizontal lens shift and 360-degree orientation

What customers don't like about Optoma UHZ5000

  • High initial purchase price compared to lamp-based alternatives
  • Lack of motorized focus and motorized zoom features
  • Onboard smart TV features/apps are often limited and may not support 4K playback
  • Internal speakers are functional but lack depth and volume for a home cinema experience
  • Some users report focus uniformity issues across the screen
  • Visible banding in color gradations reported during HDR content playback
  • Dynamic black settings can cause noticeable image flicker

Verdict

The Optoma UHZ5000 is a high-performance 4K UHD laser projector featuring 5,000 ANSI lumens and a massive 3,500,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, making it ideal for well-lit professional or home cinema environments. It supports advanced formats like Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and HLG, while its DuraCore laser light source provides a maintenance-free lifespan of up to 30,000 hours. Key pros include exceptional brightness, a 1.6x manual zoom, vertical and horizontal lens shift for flexible installation, and an ultra-low input lag of 8.5ms at 4K/60Hz for gaming. However, its manual focus and lack of motorized zoom may be seen as drawbacks for high-end setups, and it lacks built-in smart TV features, often requiring an external streaming device.

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