OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
Scored using Projectors Methodology v3.0
Projectors Methodology v3.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are scored under Frontum Projectors Methodology v3.0: the technical score from the specifications is the base, and independent expert and video reviews (up to ±0.5 points), owner opinions (up to ±0.3) and best-of lists (up to +0.3) move it up or down.
Explore Projectors Methodology v3.0

Panasonic PT-AE7000U review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£3,080Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:2000Throw ratio:1.35-2.7:1Lamp life:4000 hours

Panasonic PT-AE7000U Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 7 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Panasonic PT-AE7000U
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

35%

6.4

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

8.6

Reviews score

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–²Better than 66% of projectors
5.4

Value for money

Value for money
5.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 94%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

42%

6.9

Image Quality

22%

7.9

Projection & Lens

12%

5.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.9

Audio & Features

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

5.0

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 52%
8.6

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.6/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 78% of models

80%

8.7

Average grade

20%

8.0

Popularity

Grades by review (7)
6 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 1 video review, 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 78%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
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.
Not in any best-of list yet
  • panasonic-pt-ae7000u
  • panasonic-pt-ae7000u
  • panasonic-pt-ae7000u
  • panasonic-pt-ae7000u
  • panasonic-pt-ae7000u
  • panasonic-pt-ae7000u
panasonic-pt-ae7000u
panasonic-pt-ae7000u
panasonic-pt-ae7000u
panasonic-pt-ae7000u
panasonic-pt-ae7000u
panasonic-pt-ae7000u
Where to buy
    N/A~ £3,080
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the Panasonic PT-AE7000U

Based on 5 · 1

Reviewers praise the accurate colour, but most are unimpressed by its 3D performance.
Praised
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what
Loading category ranking...

Projectors model ranking

Ranked #759 of 985 models in Projectors (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of projector Panasonic PT-AE7000U

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

42%

6.9

Image Quality

22%

7.9

Projection & Lens

12%

5.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

4.9

Audio & Features

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

5.0

Design & Power

6.4
Reviews score
8.6
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.4/ 10
✕
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.4
ANSI lumens
2000
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 2000 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 54% of projectors and equal to 5% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
300,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 300000:1, higher than 80.3% of projectors and equal to 1.4% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 27% of projectors and equal to 59.2% of projectors.
Output resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 25.9% of projectors and equal to 42.3% of projectors.
Projection technology
3LCD
Show more
What reviewers say
Throw ratio
1.35-2.7:1
Min throw distance
?
Max projection size
300 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.5% of projectors and equal to 38% of projectors.
Maximum projection size is 300 inches; in 3D mode it is limited to 200 inches.
Zoom ratio
2
Market range: <1.1 – >2.06
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 2, wider than 84.7% of projectors and equal to 6.3% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
yes
This projector has motorised zoom. 85.4% of projectors offer this.
Show more
Input lag
41 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 41 ms, higher than 71.8% of projectors.
In Game Mode.
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
1.4
This projector supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54% of projectors and equal to 35.7% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 51.2% of projectors and equal to 46.5% of projectors.
Show more
N. of HDMI ports
3
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 3 HDMI port/s, more than 93.3% of projectors and equal to 6.4% 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
Show more
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.
Show more
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.
Eco mode rating.
Lamp life (eco mode)
5,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 5,000 hours, longer than 86.3% of projectors and equal to 6.5% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
285 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 285 W of power, more than 64.9% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
Show more

Panasonic PT-AE7000U vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (300000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    300,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 0.7 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    2 vs 1.3
  • 5.65x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (480 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    480 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 36 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (100 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    100 % vs 64 %
  • 9 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (22 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    Eco mode figure.
    22 dB vs 31 dB
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    motorized vs manual
  • 16.2% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 78% of models

    80%

    8.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.0

    Popularity

    Grades by review (7)
    6 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 1 video review, 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.
    8.6 vs 7.4
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (300000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    300,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 5.65x higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (480 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    480 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • 0.7 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (2 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    2 vs 1.3
  • 36 % more vertical lens shift
    This projector has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (100 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    100 % vs 64 %
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    motorized vs manual
  • 50 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    Maximum projection size is 300 inches; in 3D mode it is limited to 200 inches.
    300 inch vs 250 inch
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
  • 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
  • VGA input included
    This projector supports VGA input, while the average projector does not. 44.1% of projectors support VGA input.
  • 9 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (22 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    Eco mode figure.
    22 dB vs 31 dB
  • 6 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (22 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    22 dB vs 28 dB
  • 0.42 W lower standby power
    This projector uses less standby power than the average projector (0.1 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
    0.08 W vs 0.5 W
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector 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
  • 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 HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • 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.
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    1.4 vs 2
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector does not have a built-in speaker, while the average projector does. 87% of projectors have one.
  • 4.67x more expensive
    Panasonic PT-AE7000U is more expensive than the average projector (£3,080 vs £660).
    £3,080 vs £660
  • 27.9% worse value for money
    Panasonic PT-AE7000U has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.43 vs 6.9).
    5.43 vs 6.95
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 10 earlier release
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2011 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    2011 vs 2021
  • 9.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (2000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    2,000 vs 2,200
  • 4 % less horizontal lens shift
    This projector has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (26 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    26 % vs 30 %
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector 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
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    1.4 vs 2
  • 14 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (41 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode.
    41 ms vs 27 ms
  • More outdated HDCP support
    This projector supports an older HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2).
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • 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.
  • No headphone jack
    This projector does not have a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 84.4% of projectors offer a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    This projector has fewer USB ports than the average projector (0 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    0 vs 1
  • No built-in speaker
    This projector does not have a built-in speaker, while the average projector does. 87% of projectors have one.
  • 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.
    Eco mode rating.
    4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 15,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    Eco mode rating.
    5,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 2.92x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (8.7 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    8.7 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 173 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (470 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    470 mm vs 297 mm
  • 214 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (364 mm vs 150 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 150 mm.
    364 mm vs 150 mm
  • 55 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (285 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    285 W vs 230 W

Video reviews

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

9.5
CNTechRoom
≈ estimated
10/06/2016
Long-term use · four years of regular movie nights
Verdict
The Panasonic PT-AE7000U ranks among the best projectors I have seen, with accurate colour, deep blacks and long bulb life.
Shop video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

10
projectorcentral.com
✓ explicit
16/08/2011
Home theater review · 2.35 zoom
Verdict
The Panasonic PT-AE7000U suits 2.35 widescreen fans, since its Lens Memory fills the screen without an extra lens, but light leaks around dark scenes.
9.0
projectorreviews.com
≈ estimated
09/11/2011
Hands-on review · 3D home theater
Verdict
The Panasonic PT-AE7000U is a 3D projector with deep black levels and flexible placement, best for a dark dedicated home theater.
9.0
projectorreviews.com
≈ estimated
28/09/2013
Expert review · 2D and 3D projector
Verdict
The Panasonic PT-AE7000U is bright, very flexible in placement and clean in 3D, a strong all-rounder for family rooms that want 3D.
9.0
firstpost.com
≈ estimated
28/02/2012
Hands-on review · Home theater projector
Verdict
The Panasonic PT-AE7000U plays video flawlessly with natural skin tones out of the box, suiting home theaters, though it is fairly large.
8.4
cnet.com
✓ explicit
19/02/2012
Hands-on test · 3D home theater
Verdict
The Panasonic PT-AE7000U is sharp, with rich colors and strong 3D, best in a dark room, though fast pans judder and it has no speakers.
8.0
magazine-audio.com
≈ estimated
23/11/2011
Hands-on review · Home cinema projector
Verdict
The Panasonic PT-AE7000U is a quiet home cinema projector with strong contrast and a dynamic iris, while its sharpness trails the older PT-AE4000.
magazine-audio.com
21/11/2011
Same outlet as a graded review (counted once)

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Panasonic PT-AE7000U

  • High brightness levels, particularly in 'Dynamic' mode, suitable for large screens and 3D viewing
  • Outstanding placement flexibility due to a 2:1 zoom lens and extensive lens shift
  • Lens Memory feature allows easy switching between 16:9 and 2.35:1 aspect ratios without an anamorphic lens
  • Extremely quiet operation, even when the lamp is at full power
  • High refresh rate (480Hz) effectively reduces 3D crosstalk and motion blur
  • Comprehensive connectivity including three HDMI 1.4a inputs
  • Excellent post-calibration color accuracy and natural skin tones

What customers don't like about Panasonic PT-AE7000U

  • 3D glasses are not included in the purchase price and are relatively expensive
  • Short standard warranty period (typically 1 year or 2,000 hours of use)
  • Manual joystick for lens shift is reported as flimsy and difficult to adjust precisely
  • Black levels, while good, do not match the performance of higher-end LCoS or DLP competitors
  • Calibration is necessary as 'out-of-the-box' bright modes can have a noticeable green or blue color bias
  • Reduced horizontal lens shift range compared to previous models like the PT-AE4000
  • 2D-to-3D conversion is considered hit-or-miss and lacks the depth of native 3D content

Verdict

The Panasonic PT-AE7000U is a Full HD 1080p (1920x1080) 3LCD home theater projector featuring a 2,000-lumen output and an expansive 300,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. Key characteristics include 480Hz high-speed processing for reduced 3D crosstalk, a motorized 2.0x zoom lens with 'Intelligent Lens Memory' for automatic aspect ratio adjustments, and a 200W 'Red-Rich' lamp designed for superior color accuracy. Its main pros are outstanding placement flexibility due to extensive lens shift, exceptionally quiet operation (down to 22 dB), and vibrant 3D performance even on larger screens. However, notable cons include a relatively short one-year factory warranty, the exclusion of 3D glasses from the standard package, and a manual joystick for lens shift that some users find imprecise.

Compare Panasonic PT-AE7000U with other products in the Projectors category

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of Panasonic PT-AE7000U and other products in the Projectors category

No results found