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  • Avg. price: ~£3,430
  • ANSI lumens: 1000
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 1.72-2.24:1

Samsung SP A800B review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

4.6

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.6

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.6

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

42.0%

5.1

Image Quality

22.0%

5.4

Projection & Lens

12.0%

3.5

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

3.2

Audio & Features

8.0%

2.7

Connectivity

6.0%

5.3

Design & Power

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.3

    Input lag

    25.0%

    4.8

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    ?

    Audio output power

  • 3.6
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.5

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    1.0

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Smart TV features

  • 4.5
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    3.1

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    10

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The Samsung SP-A800B is a high-end 1080p home theater projector featuring a single 0.95-inch DarkChip2 DLP chipset and a 6-segment color wheel designed in collaboration with video expert Joe Kane. It offers a native 1920x1080 resolution, a brightness of 1,000 ANSI lumens, and a dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000:1 supported by a 'DynamicBlack' variable iris system. Key pros include industry-leading color accuracy with multiple selectable gamuts (SMPTE-C, HD, and EBU), support for 1080p/24fps for authentic cinematic motion, a manual vertical lens shift for flexible installation, and an exceptionally quiet operating noise of 25dB. However, notable cons include its use of older DarkChip2 technology compared to contemporary DarkChip3 or DarkChip4 models, lack of horizontal lens shift or digital keystone correction, and the absence of a 12V trigger for motorized screens.

Technical Specifications of Samsung SP A800B

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

42.0%

?

Image Quality

22.0%

?

Projection & Lens

12.0%

?

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

?

Audio & Features

8.0%

?

Connectivity

6.0%

?

Design & Power

4.6
Samsung SP A800B has a technical score of 4.6 points, which is lower than 92.7% of projectors.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
1.0
Samsung SP A800B has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.6

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

3.5
Samsung SP A800B has a quality-to-price ratio of 3.5 points, which is lower than 99.9% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

1,000
Samsung SP A800B reaches 1000 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 67.8% of projectors and equal to 2.6% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

10,000:1
Samsung SP A800B has a contrast ratio of 10000:1, higher than 44% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
Samsung SP A800B uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% of projectors.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
Samsung SP A800B supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: MEDIUM

1.72-2.24:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Max projection size
What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

300 inch
Samsung SP A800B supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.8% of projectors and equal to 38% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.3
Samsung SP A800B offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 39.5% of projectors and equal to 13.7% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
Samsung SP A800B does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

43 ms
Samsung SP A800B has input lag of 43 ms, higher than 70.8% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
In Game Mode at 1080P/60Hz.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

Importance: LOW

no
Samsung SP A800B does not support ALLM. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
Samsung SP A800B does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

1.3
Samsung SP A800B supports HDMI 1.3, older than 88.8% of projectors and equal to 7.9% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

10.2 Gbps
Samsung SP A800B supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.1% of projectors and equal to 45.4% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

2
Samsung SP A800B has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 47% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

no
Samsung SP A800B does not support Wi-Fi. 52.7% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

no
Samsung SP A800B does not support Bluetooth. 50% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

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

Importance: LOW

no
Samsung SP A800B does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

none
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: LOW

no
Samsung SP A800B does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.6% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

yes
Samsung SP A800B includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
Backlit remote included.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

lamp
Samsung SP A800B uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

no
Samsung SP A800B does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

2000 hours
Samsung SP A800B offers lamp life of 2000 hours, longer than 96.3% of projectors and equal to 3.3% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

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Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

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Samsung SP A800B vs the average projector

  • 0.48 inch larger DMD chip
    Samsung SP A800B has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (1 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    What it is: Size of the DMD chip, measured in inches.
    When it matters: When fine image detail matters and you want more hardware context behind how sharp the picture may look on a large screen.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (1 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.0.95 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 6 dB quieter operation
    Samsung SP A800B has a lower audible noise than the average projector (24 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    Eco mode figure.
    What it is: Sound level produced during operation, measured in decibels.
    When it matters: When you watch in a quiet room close to the projector, lower noise matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B has a lower audible noise than the average projector (24 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.24 dB vs 30 dB
  • 1 more audio input ports
    Samsung SP A800B has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    What it is: Number of analog audio input ports available.
    When it matters: When you connect several devices at the same time, port count matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B 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 eco mode
    Samsung SP A800B has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (24 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    What it is: Sound level produced in eco or quiet mode, measured in decibels.
    When it matters: When you watch in a quiet room close to the projector, lower noise matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (24 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.24 dB vs 28 dB
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Samsung SP A800B has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Samsung SP A800B has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.300 inch vs 250 inch
  • Includes VGA
    Samsung SP A800B includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
    What it is: Presence of a VGA connector for analog video input.
    When it matters: When older laptops, PCs, or legacy AV hardware still need an analog video input path.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 0.48 inch larger DMD chip
    Samsung SP A800B has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (1 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Samsung SP A800B has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Includes VGA
    Samsung SP A800B includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    Samsung SP A800B has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
  • 6 dB quieter operation
    Samsung SP A800B has a lower audible noise than the average projector (24 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 4 dB quieter eco mode
    Samsung SP A800B has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (24 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.

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Image Quality
Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • No HDR10 support
    Samsung SP A800B does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Samsung SP A800B has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
  • 54.5% dimmer image
    Samsung SP A800B has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • No 3D support
    Samsung SP A800B does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
    No supported 3D playback format is stated.
  • No 3D glasses support
    Samsung SP A800B does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.9% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Samsung SP A800B supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
  • Older HDMI version
    Samsung SP A800B has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.3 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    Samsung SP A800B has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
  • Old HDCP version
    Samsung SP A800B has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.1 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
  • 16 ms higher input lag
    Samsung SP A800B has a higher input lag than the average projector (43 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In Game Mode at 1080P/60Hz.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    Samsung SP A800B does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    Samsung SP A800B does not include a 3.5 mm audio jack, while the average projector does. 82.2% of projectors include a 3.5 mm audio jack.
  • 1 fewer USB ports
    Samsung SP A800B has fewer USB ports than the average projector (0 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • No built-in speaker
    Samsung SP A800B drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
  • Basic light source
    Samsung SP A800B has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 18,000 hours shorter lamp life
    Samsung SP A800B has a lower lamp life than the average projector (2,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
  • 3.16x heavier weight
    Samsung SP A800B is heavier than the average projector (9.8 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 132.5 mm wider body
    Samsung SP A800B is wider than the average projector (432 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • 334 mm thicker body
    Samsung SP A800B is thicker than the average projector (479 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
  • 85 mm taller body
    Samsung SP A800B is taller than the average projector (212 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
  • 4.5 W higher standby power
    Samsung SP A800B uses more standby power than the average projector (5 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
  • 13 older model
    Samsung SP A800B was released earlier than the average projector (2,008 vs 2,021). The average projector was released in 2,021.
    January 2008
  • No HDR10 support
    Samsung SP A800B does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
    What it is: Support for HDR10 high dynamic range standard.
    When it matters: When you want the projector to handle mainstream HDR movie and streaming content instead of standard dynamic range only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Samsung SP A800B does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Samsung SP A800B supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Samsung SP A800B 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
    Samsung SP A800B has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
    When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.lamp vs laser
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Samsung SP A800B has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    What it is: Number of bits per color channel for color depth.
    When it matters: When you care about accurate tones and refined image quality, color precision matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.8 bit vs 10 bit
  • Older HDMI version
    Samsung SP A800B has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.3 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
    When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.3 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.1.3 vs 2.0
  • 54.5% dimmer image
    Samsung SP A800B has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    Samsung SP A800B has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.1,000 vs 2,200
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    Samsung SP A800B has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
    What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
    When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B 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 support
    Samsung SP A800B does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
    What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
    When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A800B does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Samsung SP A800B?

  • Exceptional color accuracy and natural flesh tones, largely due to Joe Kane's tuning
  • High-quality optics providing excellent sharpness and fine detailing
  • Whisper-quiet operation, measured at approximately 25dB in theater mode
  • Multiple calibrated color gamuts and deep calibration options
  • Support for a native 24fps film mode to eliminate judder from Blu-ray sources
  • Elegant and modern 'shark fin' aesthetic design with touch-sensitive controls

What customers dislike about Samsung SP A800B?

  • Inferior black levels and contrast compared to contemporaries using newer DarkChip3 or LCOS technology
  • Absence of horizontal lens shift and digital keystone correction, making placement difficult
  • Susceptible to the 'rainbow effect' due to its single-chip DLP architecture and color wheel
  • Lack of advanced modern features like frame interpolation to smooth motion judder
  • Remote control can be difficult to use in the dark due to small buttons and awkward backlighting
  • Considered poor value at its original $10,000 price point given the technology used

Expert reviews

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techradar.com
08/06/2008
Samsung SP-A800B review - TechRadar

The Samsung SP-A800B is a visually striking home cinema projector that makes a bold debut with its futuristic design, touch-sensitive controls, and cool-blue LED backlighting. On the positive side, it delivers superb colour and greyscale performance, producing highly realistic flesh tones and expert handling of saturated colours. It is very calibrator-friendly, offering built-in...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
13/06/2008
Samsung SP-A800B Review - Trusted Reviews

The Samsung SP-A800B is a full HD DLP projector highly praised for its exceptional picture quality, featuring accurate, realistic skin tones and sensational fine detail in textures. It offers a very quiet operational experience, ensuring peaceful viewing environments. However, the unit lacks flexibility in setup due to the absence of horizontal image shift and keystone correction....Read more

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cnn.com
20/06/2008
Home theater projector offers 'unbeatable value' - CNN.com

The Samsung SP-A800B flagship home theater projector, designed in collaboration with video display consultant Joe Kane, delivers exceptional signal accuracy and unmatched color fidelity for its high-end price bracket. Boasting a native 1080p resolution, it provides a significantly brighter lamp with better longevity and superior lens quality compared to its predecessor, the 710AE....Read more

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cnet.com
17/07/2008
Samsung SP-A800B review - CNET

The Samsung SP-A800B is a 1,920x1,080-pixel DLP projector that stands out for its exceptional color authenticity, thanks to tuning by video expert Joe Kane. Its main strengths include immaculate, pitch-perfect skin tones and shading subtleties without any color striping, alongside impressive reproduction of low-level shadow details in dark scenes. The projector delivers pin-sharp...Read more

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soundandvision.com
16/09/2008
Samsung SP-A800B DLP Projector Real-World Performance - Sound & Vision

The Sound & Vision review of the Samsung SP-A800B highlights this 1080p single-chip DLP projector as a premium, Joe Kane-engineered display offering exceptional color accuracy, high-quality optics, and impressive, artifact-free black levels via its DynamicBlack iris. Pros include superior image resolution, sharp corner-to-corner focus, and a simplified user interface, though it...Read more

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soundandvision.com
16/09/2008
Samsung SP-A800B DLP Projector Setup & Tests - Sound & Vision

The Sound & Vision review of the Samsung SP-A800B highlights a high-end, single-chip 1080p DLP projector designed with Joe Kane that offers stellar color reproduction and immaculate 1080p resolution. Key advantages include seven specialized picture modes, a precise user calibration interface, and a very quiet cooling system. However, the unit features entirely manual lens...Read more

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projectorcentral.com
03/11/2008
Samsung SP-A800B 1080p Home Theater Projector Review - Projector Central Would you like more technical specifications or details on the Joe Kane colla...

The Samsung SP-A800B is a discontinued 1080p single-chip DLP home theater projector that was developed in collaboration with renowned video consultant Joe Kane. The review highlights its primary strength as an unmatched color gamut and exceptional color accuracy, which outperforms other home theater units under $10,000 and excels at rendering subtle flesh tones. Additionally, it...Read more

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soundandvision.com
16/09/2008
Samsung SP-A800B DLP Projector Comparisons & Conclusion

The Samsung SP-A800B, a $10,000 DLP projector, is lauded for exceptional, accurate color reproduction and impressive sharpness, positioning it as a strong contender for premium home theaters. Its strengths include a highly precise calibration system and high peak light output, which helps mitigate limitations in black levels. Sound & However, the review notes that the projector’s...Read more

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audiovision.de
01/09/2009
Samsung SP-A 800 B (Review) - audiovision

The Samsung SP-A 800 B is a high-end DLP projector certified by video specialist Joe Kane Productions (JKP), recognized as a reference projector for its near-flawless factory color accuracy and razor-sharp high-definition optics. It delivers exceptionally natural, realistic colors right out of the box in "Film 1" mode, maintaining its exact 6,600 Kelvin color temperature and color...Read more

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netzwelt.de
07/10/2008
Samsung SP-A 800 B: Wonder Projector Reviewed", "Samsung SP-A 800 B: Reviewing the Miracle Projector

The Samsung SP-A 800 B projector delivers outstanding home cinema performance, heavily praised for its exceptional visual accuracy. Thanks to fine-tuning by "Joe Kane Productions" (JKP), the device offers precise compliance with industry color standards and optimal color space dimensions, specifically in its "Film 1" picture mode. Reviewers highlight several major pros, including...Read more

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projektoren-datenbank.com
25/06/2026
Samsung SP A800B HDTV DLP Projector - Projector Database

The Samsung SP A800B is a premium home cinema DLP projector originally manufactured in 2007, delivering Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution with a 10,000:1 contrast ratio and 1,000 ANSI lumens. User reviews consistently praise its performance, noting that it produces a pin-sharp, reference-level color reproduction and excellent black levels that hold up against far more expensive...Read more

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cinemotion.biz
15/03/2010
Samsung SP-A800B review by a user", "User review of the Samsung SP-A800B

The Samsung SP-A800B is a 1080p Full HD Mono-DLP projector developed in collaboration with video calibration expert Joe Kane, focusing heavily on accurate color reproduction and lens sharpness. Its absolute strongest attribute is its exceptional sharpness and picture definition, driven by a high-quality 0.95-inch DLP chip that allows viewers to uncover finest details in...Read more

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tomshw.it
16/10/2008
Samsung SP-A800B: The Price of Excellence

The Tom's Hardware Italy review highlights the Samsung SP-A800B as a high-end Full HD projector offering reference-level image quality with accurate colors and excellent motion handling. Designed for dedicated home cinemas, the unit is noted for its refined aesthetics, premium design, and solid construction. Conversely, the review identifies significant limitations in installation...Read more

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tomshw.it
16/10/2008
Samsung SP-A800B Projector: Quality Comes at a Price

The Samsung SP-A800B is a high-end Full-HD (1920x1080) DLP projector designed for demanding users seeking superior image quality. It boasts an elegant, modern aesthetic with a glossy black chassis, featuring touch-sensitive controls and a strategically hidden, yet accessible, lens shift mechanism on the underside. Connectivity is extensive, offering two HDMI ports, two component...Read more

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