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Vankyo Leisure 3 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£95Native panel resolution:800x480ANSI lumens:?Throw ratio:1.31:1Lamp life:40000 hours

Vankyo Leisure 3 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Vankyo Leisure 3
4.9/10

Overall score

Score
4.9/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

90%

4.9

Technical score

10%

?

User score

▼Worse than 99% of projectors
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

70%

4.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

▼Worse than 57%
4.9

Technical score

Technical score
4.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

42%

5.0

Image Quality

22%

3.8

Projection & Lens

12%

5.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.5

Audio & Features

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

6.3

Design & Power

▼Worse than 99%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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▼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £95
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Technical Specifications of projector Vankyo Leisure 3

Technical score
Technical score
4.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

42%

5.0

Image Quality

22%

3.8

Projection & Lens

12%

5.0

HDMI & Gaming

10%

6.5

Audio & Features

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

6.3

Design & Power

4.9
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Vankyo Leisure 3 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than 64.5% of projectors.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

70%

4.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

6.4
ANSI lumens
?
Contrast ratio
2000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 2000:1, lower than 71.1% of projectors and equal to 7.6% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
800x480
This projector uses a native resolution of 800x480, lower than 99.2% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
Output Resolution
800x480
This projector supports output resolution up to 800x480, lower than 99.4% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Projection technology
LCD
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Throw ratio
1.31:1
Min throw distance
1.494 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.494 m, longer than 80.4% of projectors.
Max projection size
170 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 170 inch, smaller than 66.3% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
40.2 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 40.2 ms, higher than 69.6% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
At 1080P/60Hz.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not support ALLM. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
1.4
This projector supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54.8% of projectors and equal to 34% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.5% of projectors and equal to 45.2% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 41.6% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
This projector does not support Wi-Fi. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
This projector does not support Bluetooth. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
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Smart TV features
no
This projector does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
none
Android OS
no
This projector does not run Android OS. 18.8% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
no
This projector does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.2% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
40,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 40,000 hours, shorter than 94.4% of projectors and equal to 0.8% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
?
Operating power consumption
50 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 50 W of power, less than 91.3% of projectors and equal to 1.4% of projectors.
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Vankyo Leisure 3 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • 20,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • 185 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (50 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    50 W vs 235 W
  • 71% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (0.9 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    0.9 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • Includes memory card slot
    This projector includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 10% of projectors include an external memory slot.
    microSD/TF slot.
  • 8.11x cheaper
    Vankyo Leisure 3 is cheaper than the average projector (£95 vs £770).
    £95 vs £770
  • Includes VGA
    This projector includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 45.3% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 8.11x cheaper
    Vankyo Leisure 3 is cheaper than the average projector (£95 vs £770).
    £95 vs £770
  • Includes memory card slot
    This projector includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 10% of projectors include an external memory slot.
    microSD/TF slot.
  • Includes VGA
    This projector includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 45.3% of projectors include VGA input.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Via combined AV input.
    1 vs 0
  • 20,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    40,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 185 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (50 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    50 W vs 235 W
  • 71% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (0.9 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    0.9 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (800x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    800x480 vs 1920x1080
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (800x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    800x480 vs 1920x1080
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector 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
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • 4.87x less popular
    Vankyo Leisure 3 has a lower popularity than the average projector (1 vs 4.9).
    1 vs 4.87
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (800x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    800x480 vs 1920x1080
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (800x480 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    800x480 vs 1920x1080
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector 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
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    2,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • Narrower color gamut
    This projector has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (78.22% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    78.22% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 0.47 m longer throw distance
    This projector has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.494 m vs 1.025 m
  • 76.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (170 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    170 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 15 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (15 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    15 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    1.4 vs 2.0
  • 13.2 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (40.2 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 1080P/60Hz.
    40.2 ms vs 27 ms
  • Old HDCP version
    This projector has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • No Wi-Fi support
    This projector does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.9% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No Bluetooth support
    This projector does not support Bluetooth, while the average projector does. 50.5% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 60% weaker audio output
    This projector has a lower audio output power than the average projector (4 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 2W.
    4 W vs 10 W
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 10 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (40 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    40 dB vs 30 dB
  • 4 older model
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2017 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    December 2017
    2017 vs 2021

Video reviews

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

8.0
Dave Taylor
≈ estimated
16/05/2019
Hands-on review · travel use, speakers and focus tests
Verdict
Vankyo Leisure 3 is limited but impressive for the price, best suited to travel and casual viewing if you know its limits.
8.0
Budget Nerd
≈ estimated
05/02/2019
Hands-on review · media support, setup and resolution tests
Verdict
Vankyo Leisure 3 is good value for budget home use, but its 480p native resolution is a real limitation.
8.0
MobileDecay
≈ estimated
13/01/2019
Long hands-on test · gaming and input lag
Verdict
Vankyo Leisure 3 has a strong picture for the price and is a big step up from basic projectors, though not true Full HD.
9.0
HappyRider Reviews
≈ estimated
24/09/2018
Owner review · hands-on tests of image, sound and inputs
Verdict
Vankyo Leisure 3 is very affordable and offers the features of pricier models, so it is worth a look.
7.0
MadeByShaySharee
≈ estimated
16/01/2025
First look · unboxing and first projection test
Verdict
Vankyo Leisure 3 is decent for a first try, but noisy and fiddly to focus, and not yet clearly better than tracing.
5.0
Upgrade
≈ estimated
04/07/2020
First look · unboxing and first picture check
Verdict
Vankyo Leisure 3 has weak picture quality and looks dark in the first test.
7.0
The Product Lab
≈ estimated
15/03/2020
Hands-on review · setup, brightness and room lighting tests
Verdict
Vankyo Leisure 3 is good value at its price, but only suits occasional use in a dark room, not regular home viewing.
9.0
Techodom
≈ estimated
24/11/2019
Hands-on review · picture size and connections
Verdict
Vankyo Leisure 3 gives a good picture for the price and decent sound, a solid pick for buyers on a budget.
Brand video
Brand video
Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

rtings.com
13/02/2024
Lab test · Entry-level projector
Verdict
The Vankyo Leisure 3 is a projector to avoid: it is too dim to use in any lit room, and its weak contrast makes dark movie scenes hard to see.
the-gadgeteer.com
20/09/2018
Hands-on test · Novelty projector
Verdict
The Vankyo Leisure 3 is a novelty projector for camping trips and outdoor movie nights, not for regular use, since picture sharpness is weak.
rgj.com
30/10/2018
Hands-on test · Portable projector
Verdict
The Vankyo Leisure 3 is a simple projector for work or travel, but its picture washes out in daylight, so it suits casual viewers.
infoidevice.fr
26/07/2020
Hands-on test · Compact projector
Verdict
The Vankyo Leisure 3 is a small, light projector that turns smart with a TV stick, suiting family evenings, though its low resolution shows.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Vankyo Leisure 3

  • Highly affordable and offers great value for the price
  • Very portable and compact, often including a customized carrying case
  • Simple to set up with easy-to-use keystone and manual focus adjustments
  • Long lamp life of approximately 40,000 hours thanks to the LED light engine
  • Versatile connectivity options including HDMI, USB, VGA, and TF card slots
  • Included accessories such as a remote control and sometimes a free backdrop

What customers don't like about Vankyo Leisure 3

  • Native resolution is low (800x480), making it unsuitable for professional presentations or high-definition home cinema
  • Low peak brightness makes the image difficult to see in rooms with ambient light
  • Poor contrast and accuracy, with notable vignetting often visible in the corners
  • Fan noise can be quite loud and may distract from the audio during quiet scenes
  • Lacks advanced placement features like optical zoom or lens shift, requiring physical movement of the unit to adjust image size
  • Built-in speakers are basic; external speakers are recommended for a better experience

Verdict

The Vankyo Leisure 3 is an entry-level mini LED projector designed for home entertainment, featuring a native resolution of 800x480 with support for 1080p input and a 2000:1 contrast ratio. It provides a versatile viewing experience with a projection size ranging from 32 to 176 inches at distances of 4.9 to 16.4 feet, powered by an upgraded MStar Advanced Color Engine that claims 2400 lumens of peak brightness. Main pros include its extreme portability—weighing only 2.1 to 2.4 pounds and including a customized carrying bag—as well as comprehensive connectivity via HDMI, USB, VGA, and MicroSD slots for easy integration with smartphones, laptops, and gaming consoles. Additionally, it features an innovative cooling system that suppresses fan noise and built-in 2W stereo speakers. However, notable cons include its low native resolution which can result in less sharp imagery, lack of optical zoom or lens shift necessitating physical movement for sizing, and limited brightness that requires a near-pitch-black room for acceptable picture quality.

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