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Sharp P721Q review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£3,950Native panel resolution:3840x2160ANSI lumens:7200Throw ratio:1.25-2:1Lamp life:20000 hours

Sharp P721Q Review: Compare 86 technical specifications, 2 expert reviews and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Sharp P721Q
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

35%

8.1

Technical score

30%

8.1

List score

25%

8.1

Reviews score

10%

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

★Better than 92% of projectors
5.9

Value for money

Value for money
5.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 80%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components

42%

9.4

Image Quality

22%

7.3

Projection & Lens

12%

7.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.3

Audio & Features

8%

6.0

Connectivity

6%

6.1

Design & Power

★Better than 96%
8.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.1/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 50% of models

80%

8.6

Average grade

20%

6.1

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 50%
8.1

List score

List score
8.1/ 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 (1)
List score: in 1 of 102 lists (1%)
▲Better than 76%
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Technical Specifications of projector Sharp P721Q

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 96% of models
Score components:

42%

9.4

Image Quality

22%

7.3

Projection & Lens

12%

7.6

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.3

Audio & Features

8%

6.0

Connectivity

6%

6.1

Design & Power

8.1
Reviews score
8.1
List score
8.1
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.9
ANSI lumens
7,200
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 7,200 ANSI lumens, brighter than 99% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
3,000,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 3000000:1, higher than 93.1% of projectors and equal to 4.5% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
3840x2160
This projector uses a native resolution of 3840x2160, higher than 91.1% of projectors and equal to 4.7% of projectors.
Output resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 71.2% of projectors and equal to 24.6% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.25-2:1
Min throw distance
1.6 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.6 m, longer than 88.4% of projectors and equal to 1% of projectors.
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.
Zoom ratio
1.6
Market range: <1.1 – >2.06
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.6, wider than 61.5% of projectors and equal to 17% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
yes
This projector has motorised zoom. 85.4% of projectors offer this.
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Input lag
22.2 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 22.2 ms, lower than 57.2% of projectors.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
?
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
18 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.9% of projectors and equal to 39.7% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.9% of projectors and equal to 47.3% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.7% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have built-in smart TV features. 43.9% of projectors offer this.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
?
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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Light source type
laser
This projector uses laser light source technology, more advanced than 75.4% of projectors and equal to 24.6% of projectors.
Laser light source
yes
This projector has a laser light source. 73.3% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
20,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 35.2% of projectors and equal to 25.8% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 64% of projectors and equal to 31.9% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
530 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 530 W of power, more than 98.6% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
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Sharp P721Q vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 3.27x brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (7,200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    7,200 vs 2,200
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (3000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    3,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.6% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • 9.5% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.1/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 50% of models

    80%

    8.6

    Average grade

    20%

    6.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.1 vs 7.4
  • 6.6% higher list score
    List score
    8.1/ 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 (1)
    List score: in 1 of 102 lists (1%)
    8.1 vs 7.6
  • 3.27x brighter image
    This projector has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (7,200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    7,200 vs 2,200
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (3000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    3,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • High native resolution
    This projector has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports Dolby Vision
    This projector supports Dolby Vision, while the average projector does not. 7.6% of projectors support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    This projector has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.65 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    This projector has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 41.2% of projectors support HLG.
  • 3 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2024 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    June 2024
    2024 vs 2021
  • Supports lens memory
    This projector stores lens settings, while the average projector does not. 8.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Motorised zoom
    This projector has motorised zoom, while the average projector does not. 14.7% of projectors support motorised zoom.
  • 10 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    motorized vs manual
  • 10 degrees more horizontal correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 0.3 2x wider zoom range
    This projector has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.6 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
    1.6 vs 1.3
  • 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.
    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.
  • 1 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • VGA input included
    This projector supports VGA input, while the average projector does not. 44.1% of projectors support VGA input.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 2x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (20 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 10W.
    20 W vs 10 W
  • Laser light source
    This projector has a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 26.7% of projectors have one.
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    Eco mode rating.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 0.59 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.6 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.6 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 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
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 5 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (36 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    36 dB vs 31 dB
  • 4.87x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (14.5 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    14.5 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 300 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (530 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    530 W vs 230 W
  • 5.98x more expensive
    Sharp P721Q is more expensive than the average projector (£3,950 vs £660).
    £3,950 vs £660
  • 18.7% worse value for money
    Sharp P721Q has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.85 vs 6.9).
    5.85 vs 6.95
  • 0.59 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.6 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.6 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 5 % less horizontal lens shift
    This projector has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (25 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    25 % vs 30 %
  • 9 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (55 % vs 64 %). The average projector has 64 % vertical lens shift.
    55 % vs 64 %
  • 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
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • No Bluetooth connectivity
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors offer this.
  • 5 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (36 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    36 dB vs 31 dB
  • 4.87x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (14.5 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    14.5 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 6 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (34 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    34 dB vs 28 dB
  • 300 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (530 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    530 W vs 230 W
  • 189 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (486 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    486 mm vs 297 mm
  • 63.4 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (185.4 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    185.4 mm vs 122 mm

Video reviews

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

Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
projectorcentral.com
≈ estimated
02/07/2025
Hands-on test · Commercial 4K projector
Verdict
The Sharp XP-P721Q-W is a bright, low-maintenance 4K projector for churches and schools, with a zoom lens that loses little light, though it has no Wi-Fi.
9.0
av-views.com
≈ estimated
23/06/2025
Lab test · Bright 4K projector
Verdict
The Sharp/NEC P721Q-W is a bright 4K projector for lecture halls and museums that measured 7750 lumens and shows natural colours in every mode.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sharp P721Q

  • High brightness (7,200 ANSI lumens) suitable for well-lit rooms and large venues
  • Maintenance-free operation for up to 20,000 hours thanks to a lamp-free and filter-free laser design
  • Flexible installation options with motorized 1.6x zoom, focus, and vertical/horizontal lens shift
  • Sharp 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution provides excellent image detail
  • Fast input latency (22.2 ms) making it suitable for gaming and simulations
  • Competitive pricing for its brightness class, often significantly cheaper than similar high-end models
  • Good color balance even in high brightness modes, including dedicated sRGB and DICOM Sim modes
  • Comprehensive 5-year warranty for peace of mind

What customers don't like about Sharp P721Q

  • Lack of built-in Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Missing a video-out port, which may be needed for certain professional setups
  • Real-world fan noise can reach up to 46.3 dBA, which may be noticeable in quiet environments
  • High power consumption (up to 487W in High Bright mode)
  • Output in the brightest mode can lean slightly towards greenish-blue tones
  • No built-in smart TV features or streaming apps

Verdict

The Sharp P721Q is a commercial-grade 1-chip DLP laser projector designed for large venues, offering native 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) resolution and a high brightness of 7,200 ANSI lumens. It features a maintenance-free laser light source with a 20,000-hour lifespan, a 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and a sealed IP5X-rated optical engine that eliminates the need for filters. Main pros include its professional installation flexibility, provided by motorized 1.6x zoom, focus, and extensive lens shift (H: ±25%, V: +55%), along with 360° roll-free and portrait orientation support. Its connectivity is robust, featuring HDBaseT and dual HDMI inputs, while operating quietly at 34 dB in Eco Mode. Notable cons include its significant weight of approximately 14.7 kg, making it less portable, and the lack of built-in wireless connectivity such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

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