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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£11,440
  • Avg. price in US: ~$13,000
  • ANSI lumens: 1000
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 1.72-2.24:1

Samsung SP A900B review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

4.7

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%

4.7

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
4.7

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%

5.5

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.0

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

3.2

Audio & Features

8.0%

3.2

Connectivity

6.0%

5.0

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

  • 6.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    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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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £11,440

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Verdict

The Samsung SP-A900B is a high-end, 1080p native resolution home theatre projector designed in collaboration with video expert Joe Kane, featuring a single-chip 0.95" DarkChip 4 DLP system. It delivers 1,000 ANSI lumens of brightness with a 12,000:1 contrast ratio and a 6-segment colour wheel for exceptional, film-like colour accuracy and sharpness on screens up to 250 inches. Key pros include its nearly perfect grayscale tracking, a high-quality 1.3:1 manual zoom lens with vertical lens shift, and a quiet operating noise of just 24–25 dB in theatre mode. However, main cons include a relatively short lamp life of 1,500 to 2,000 hours, lack of horizontal lens shift or motorized controls, and black levels that, while strong for DLP, are surpassed by competing LCoS or LCD models.

Technical Specifications of Samsung SP A900B

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

4.7
Samsung SP A900B has a technical score of 4.71 points, which is lower than 90.5% 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 A900B 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%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

3.6
Samsung SP A900B has a quality-to-price ratio of 3.6 points, which is lower than 99.8% 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 A900B 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

12,000:1
Samsung SP A900B has a contrast ratio of 12000:1, higher than 50.9% of projectors and equal to 2.3% 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 39.5% of projectors and equal to 13.7% of projectors.
Manual optical zoom.
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 A900B 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

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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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.1% of projectors and equal to 45.4% of projectors.
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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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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

390 W
Samsung SP A900B uses 390 W of power, more than 90% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
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Samsung SP A900B vs the average projector

  • 40 % more vertical lens shift
    Samsung SP A900B has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (100 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    Allows placement fully above or below the lens centerline.
    What it is: Vertical lens shift adjustment range for image positioning.
    When it matters: When you want installation flexibility without depending only on digital keystone correction.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Samsung SP A900B has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (100 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.100 % vs 60 %
  • 0.48 inch larger DMD chip
    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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
  • 1 more USB ports
    Samsung SP A900B has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    What it is: Number of available USB ports.
    When it matters: When the projector needs to power accessories, read media, or support extra peripherals directly.

    Importance: LOW

    Samsung SP A900B has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.2 vs 1
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 0.48 inch larger DMD chip
    Samsung SP A900B 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.
  • 40 % more vertical lens shift
    Samsung SP A900B has more vertical lens shift than the average projector (100 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
  • 50 inch larger image size
    Samsung SP A900B has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • 1 more USB ports
    Samsung SP A900B has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Includes VGA
    Samsung SP A900B includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.9% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
  • Old HDCP version
    Samsung SP A900B has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.1 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    Samsung SP A900B does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No 3.5 mm jack
    Samsung SP A900B 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.
  • No built-in speaker
    Samsung SP A900B drawback: no built-in speaker. 85.3% of projectors have a built-in speaker.
  • Basic light source
    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B is heavier than the average projector (9.8 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 156.1 W higher power use
    Samsung SP A900B uses more power than the average projector (390 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 131.8 mm wider body
    Samsung SP A900B is wider than the average projector (431.3 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • 334 mm thicker body
    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B is taller than the average projector (212 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.
  • 12 older model
    Samsung SP A900B was released earlier than the average projector (2,009 vs 2,021). The average projector was released in 2,021.
    June 2009
  • 0.5 W higher standby power
    Samsung SP A900B uses more standby power than the average projector (1 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
  • No HDR10 support
    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Limited HDMI format
    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of 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

    Samsung SP A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B 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 A900B?

  • Industry-leading color accuracy and near-perfect primary/secondary colors
  • Exceptional lens quality providing total image uniformity and sharpness
  • Film-like and natural image quality that avoids artificial 'digital' looks
  • Superb shadow detail and grayscale tracking (especially for black-and-white films)
  • High ANSI contrast for brilliant, dynamic high-light scenes
  • Quiet operation at approximately 25 decibels in Theater mode
  • Sleek and modern aesthetic design
  • Extremely easy and professional calibration system

What customers dislike about Samsung SP A900B?

  • Very high retail price (originally around $12,999)
  • Black levels are not as deep as top-tier LCoS or LCD competitors
  • Lacks modern installation features like horizontal lens shift and motorized zoom/focus
  • Standard lamp life is relatively short at approximately 2,000 hours
  • Prone to DLP 'rainbow' artifacts which some viewers may find intrusive
  • Disappointing internal video deinterlacing performance for lower-quality signals
  • Uneven color temperature observed at the screen edges in some units

Expert reviews

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cnet.com
13/09/2009
Samsung SP-A900B review - CNET

The Samsung SP-A900B is a premium, high-end 1080p one-chip DLP front projector designed in collaboration with video guru Joe Kane, delivering stellar image quality and exceptional color fidelity right out of the box. Utilizing Texas Instruments' Dark Chip 4, it achieves significantly deeper black levels and a vastly superior contrast ratio compared to its predecessor, allowing it to...Read more

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projectorcentral.com
21/08/2009
Samsung SP-A900B 1080p DLP Home Cinema Projector

The Samsung SP-A900B is a high-end, 1080p DLP home cinema projector designed for light-controlled home theaters, developed in collaboration with video expert Joe Kane. Despite carrying a premium retail price of $12,999, it is highly praised for delivering an exceptionally smooth, film-like, and transparent image with near-perfect color accuracy and rich saturation. On the...Read more

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hometheaterhifi.com
28/01/2010
Samsung SP-A900B Single-Chip 1080p DLP Projector

The Samsung SP-A900B is a high-end, single-chip 1080p DLP projector developed in collaboration with video guru Joe Kane, designed specifically as a precise instrument for dedicated home theaters. Built around Texas Instruments' DarkChip 4 and a 300-watt lamp, it delivers a generous light output of 1000 lumens that easily illuminates screens up to 250 inches. The projector stands out...Read more

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soundandvision.com
26/10/2009
Samsung SP-A900B DLP Projector

The Sound & Vision review of the Samsung SP-A900B single-chip DLP projector highlights its exceptional, videophile-grade performance, praising its flawless color reproduction and extraordinary image detail achieved through collaboration with Joe Kane. The 1080p unit excels in near-perfect HD color tracking, natural flesh tones, and subtle resolution management for high-quality,...Read more

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soundandvision.com
26/10/2009
Samsung SP-A900B Review Page 2

The Samsung SP-A900B front projector is lauded for its exemplary, natural, and film-like picture quality, featuring near-perfect color reproduction and exceptional sharpness. It excels in rendering subtle details and delivers enough brightness for large screens. Despite these strengths, the unit's black levels are considered "retro" and inferior to competitors. The dynamic auto iris...Read more

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soundandvision.com
26/10/2009
Samsung SP-A900B DLP Projector Page 2

The Samsung SP-A900B DLP projector is lauded for its exceptional video performance, featuring near-perfect, out-of-the-box color tracking and a precise high-definition color gamut. It excels in rendering minute details and maintaining clarity in bright areas, delivering a realistic, film-like picture. Sound & However, the reviewer notes that the projector lacks extensive features...Read more

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soundandvision.com
26/10/2009
Samsung SP-A900B Page 3

The Sound & Vision review identifies the Samsung SP-A900B as a premium 1080p DLP projector featuring highly accurate color reproduction, superior fine detail, and precise gray tracking. Its design-focused pros include excellent light output, capable of driving large screens with accurate, natural color saturation. Conversely, the unit's cons include a high $12,999 price point paired...Read more

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soundandvision.com
26/10/2009
Samsung SP-A900B DLP Projector HT Labs Measures

The Sound & Vision review of the Samsung SP-A900B single-chip DLP projector highlights its videophile-grade, highly accurate color reproduction and superb sharpness, with lab tests yielding a 6,323:1 native contrast ratio using "Dynamic Black" mode. However, the $12,999 unit is described as having limited features, lacking motorized lens adjustments, and producing black levels that,...Read more

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