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Valerion VisionMaster Plus review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,410Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:?Throw ratio:1.2:1Lamp life:25000 hours

Valerion VisionMaster Plus Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 2 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Valerion VisionMaster Plus
7.9/10

Overall score

Score
7.9/ 10
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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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★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

35%

8.4

Technical score

30%

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

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 91% of projectors
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

3.1

Price

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8.4

Technical score

Technical score
8.4/ 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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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

42%

8.4

Image Quality

22%

7.6

Projection & Lens

12%

8.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Audio & Features

8%

9.8

Connectivity

6%

8.7

Design & Power

★Better than 98%
8.1

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.1/ 10
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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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80%

8.6

Average grade

20%

6.1

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
1 review, with a printed score. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 50%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,410
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Technical Specifications of projector Valerion VisionMaster Plus

Technical score
Technical score
8.4/ 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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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

42%

8.4

Image Quality

22%

7.6

Projection & Lens

12%

8.8

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.8

Audio & Features

8%

9.8

Connectivity

6%

8.7

Design & Power

8.4
Reviews score
8.1
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

7.9

Overall score

30%

3.1

Price

6.5
ANSI lumens
?
Contrast ratio
10,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 10000:1, lower than 50.1% of projectors and equal to 7.4% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 27% of projectors and equal to 59.2% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
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
1.2:1
Min throw distance
1.1 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.1 m, longer than 55.4% of projectors and equal to 4% 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
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorised zoom. 14.8% of projectors offer this.
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Input lag
4 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 4 ms, lower than 97.3% of projectors and equal to 2.1% of projectors.
At 1080P/240Hz.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
yes
This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically for games. 84.1% of projectors offer this.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support variable refresh rate. 1.8% of projectors offer this.
HDMI version
2.1
This projector supports HDMI 2.1, more modern than 82.2% of projectors and equal to 17.8% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports use 2.1 and 2.
Max HDMI bandwidth
48 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 48 Gbps, higher than 90.7% of projectors and equal to 9.3% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
3
Market range: <1 – >2
This projector has 3 HDMI port/s, more than 93.3% of projectors and equal to 6.4% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector connects to Wi-Fi networks for streaming. 46.7% of projectors offer this.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
This projector uses Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), which is newer than 98.1% of projectors and the same as in 1.5% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
5.2
This projector supports Bluetooth 5.2, more modern than 87.1% of projectors and equal to 7.4% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Google TV built in.
Operating system
Google TV
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 19.1% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 36.8% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
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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.
RGB Triple Laser.
Laser light source
yes
This projector has a laser light source. 73.3% of projectors offer this.
RGB Triple Laser.
Lamp life
25,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 25,000 hours, shorter than 61.1% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
Laser light source life.
Lamp life (eco mode)
25,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 25,000 hours, shorter than 57.5% of projectors and equal to 6.4% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
150 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 150 W of power, less than 59.8% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
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Valerion VisionMaster Plus vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    110% BT.2,020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 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.
  • 15 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Supports HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.2% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports auto low-latency mode
    This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically, while the average projector does not. 16% of projectors offer this.
  • 23 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (4 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 1080P/240Hz.
    4 ms vs 27 ms
  • 9.5% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.1/ 10
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    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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    â–² Better than 50% of models

    80%

    8.6

    Average grade

    20%

    6.1

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    1 review, with a printed score. 1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.1 vs 7.4
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (110% BT.2020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    110% BT.2,020 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • 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 HDR10+
    This projector supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.2% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 41.2% of projectors support HLG.
  • 4 more recent release
    This projector was released more recently than the average projector (2025 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    2025 vs 2021
  • 15 degrees more vertical correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers vertical keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 15 degrees more horizontal correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (45 degrees vs 30 degrees). The average projector offers horizontal keystone correction of 30 degrees.
    45 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 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.
  • Supports auto low-latency mode
    This projector switches to low-latency mode automatically, while the average projector does not. 16% of projectors offer this.
  • 23 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (4 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 1080P/240Hz.
    4 ms vs 27 ms
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
  • Modern HDMI standard
    This projector offers Modern HDMI standard than the average projector (2.1 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.
    Different HDMI ports use 2.1 and 2.
    2.1 vs 2
  • 2.67x higher HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a higher HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    48 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • More modern HDCP support
    This projector supports a newer HDCP version than the average projector (2.3 vs 2.2).
    Different digital inputs use HDCP 2.3 and 2.1.
    2.3 vs 2.2
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    Via eARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 24.9% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Google TV certified.
  • Has S/PDIF output
    This projector supports S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 16.6% of projectors support S/PDIF output.
    Optical S/PDIF.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40.3% of projectors offer this.
    AirPlay 2 supported.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    This projector has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
    1 vs 0
  • More advanced USB ports
    This projector has faster USB ports than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2).
    Also includes USB 2 ports.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • 1 more HDMI ports
    This projector has more HDMI ports than the average projector (3 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    3 vs 2
  • 1 more 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
  • Supports Miracast mirroring
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 46.4% of projectors offer this.
  • Supports smart TV apps
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.9% of projectors offer smart TV features.
    Google TV built in.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    This projector supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.1% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
    Via eARC pass-through.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 2.4x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (24 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    24 W vs 10 W
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • Laser light source
    This projector has a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 26.7% of projectors have one.
    RGB Triple Laser.
  • 5 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (26 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    26 dB vs 31 dB
  • 5,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    Laser light source life.
    25,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 4K.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 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
  • 2.35x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (7 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    7 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 2.14x more expensive
    Valerion VisionMaster Plus is more expensive than the average projector (£1,410 vs £660).
    £1,410 vs £660
  • 0.09 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.1 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.1 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 63 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (185 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    185 mm vs 122 mm
  • 66 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (216 mm vs 150 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 150 mm.
    216 mm vs 150 mm
  • 2.14x more expensive
    Valerion VisionMaster Plus is more expensive than the average projector (£1,410 vs £660).
    £1,410 vs £660
  • 7.5% worse value for money
    Valerion VisionMaster Plus has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (6.46 vs 6.9).
    6.46 vs 6.95
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    At 4K.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 0.09 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.1 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    1.1 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 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 RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 50.6% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 2.35x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (7 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    7 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 63 mm taller body
    This projector is taller than the average projector (185 mm vs 122 mm). The average projector has a height of 122 mm.
    185 mm vs 122 mm
  • 66 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (216 mm vs 150 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 150 mm.
    216 mm vs 150 mm

Video reviews

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

9.0
My Home Theater
≈ estimated
17/10/2025
First impressions · picture and mounting
Verdict
Valerion VisionMaster Plus is a good projector that is hard to beat, with a bright and impressive picture.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.6
smartphonemag.de
✓ explicit
26/03/2025
Hands-on test · Laser projector
Verdict
The Valerion VisionMaster Plus is a sturdy 4K laser projector with plenty of ports and fast gaming response, but its built-in speakers are only fine for casual viewing.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Valerion VisionMaster Plus

  • Exceptional out-of-the-box color accuracy, widely considered best-in-class for its price range
  • Effective 'Enhanced Black Level' (EBL) algorithm that significantly deepens blacks and improves dynamic range
  • Whisper-quiet fan operation and minimal heat output even during long usage sessions
  • Responsive and lag-free Google TV OS experience with quick 8-second startup from sleep mode
  • Excellent gaming performance with low input lag (4ms at 1080p/240Hz) and high refresh rate support
  • High-quality optical system providing sharp, edge-to-edge clarity and reliable auto-calibration

What customers don't like about Valerion VisionMaster Plus

  • EBL (Enhanced Black Level) dimming feature typically does not work when subtitles are enabled
  • Brightness may be insufficient for very large screens (150"+) or rooms with significant ambient light compared to higher-end Pro/Max models
  • Occasional 'rainbow effect' (RBE) and laser speckle, common to triple-laser DLP projectors, which can bother sensitive users
  • Software bugs such as random switching between picture modes or Netflix app stability issues when screensavers activate
  • Built-in speakers are considered mediocre compared to competitors in the same price class
  • The remote control lacks a battery level indicator and has a non-flat underside that some users find unstable on surfaces

Verdict

The Valerion VisionMaster Plus is a 4K UHD DLP projector that utilizes an RGB triple laser light source to deliver 1,500 ISO lumens of brightness and a wide 110% Rec.2020 color gamut coverage. Key technical features include a 10,000:1 contrast ratio enhanced by proprietary EBL (Enhanced Black Level) technology, support for premium formats like Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and IMAX Enhanced, and a highly responsive gaming performance with a 4ms input lag at 1080p/240Hz. Main advantages consist of professional-grade ISF-certified color accuracy, smooth motion handling through MEMC, and a smart Google TV OS integrated with Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity. However, notable drawbacks include its fixed 1.2:1 throw ratio, which lacks the motorized optical zoom and lens shift flexibility found in higher-tier models like the Pro or Max, and a lower peak brightness that may struggle in rooms with significant ambient light.

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