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VAVA 4K Laser Tv review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£2,490Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:1800Throw ratio:0.233:1Lamp life:25000 hours

VAVA 4K Laser Tv Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 24 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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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â–² Better than 65% of models
Score components

35%

7.0

Technical score

30%

?

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

25%

7.0

Reviews score

10%

8.7

Sentiment score

â–²Better than 65% of projectors
5.4

Value for money

Value for money
5.4/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 94%
7.0

Technical score

Technical score
7.0/ 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
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â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

42%

7.3

Image Quality

22%

5.2

Projection & Lens

12%

7.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.2

Audio & Features

8%

7.5

Connectivity

6%

7.0

Design & Power

â–²Better than 71%
7.0

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.0/ 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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7.0

Mark 8.2 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

7.9

Average grade

20%

9.2

Popularity

Grades by review (24)
12 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each 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–¼Worse than 60%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £2,490
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.

What reviewers say about the VAVA 4K Laser Tv

Based on 10 · 12

Reviewers praise the rich sound and impressive picture, but the built-in streaming apps and fiddly picture settings disappoint.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
Pick a topic to see who said what

What owners say about the VAVA 4K Laser Tv

Based on 62 owners sharing their experience in online comments

50%positive8%mixed42%negative

Owners love the huge, striking picture, while setup fit, gaming lag, fan noise, and reliability issues frustrate some.

What owners dislike

  • Owners report slow support and no-return policies after shipping, with replacements or refunds taking months.9
  • Owners report dead pixels, a blank half-screen, blur in one corner and light bleed, sometimes after only months of use.5
  • Owners report the picture cutting out or the unit switching off on its own, sometimes every couple of hours, and needing a power reset.5
  • Owners say the stand height has to match closely, so finding the right stand and alignment takes careful planning.5
  • Owners say the picture looks dim and the blacks look weak, especially with any room light.4
  • Owners report heavy input lag that makes gaming hard, and some console or PC setups only work at lower output settings.3
  • Owners say the fan is loud enough to notice in a living room or bedroom.3
  • Owners say action scenes judder and look less smooth than expected, with motion smoothness lower than some rivals.3

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of projector VAVA 4K Laser Tv

Technical score
Technical score
7.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

42%

7.3

Image Quality

22%

5.2

Projection & Lens

12%

7.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

9.2

Audio & Features

8%

7.5

Connectivity

6%

7.0

Design & Power

7.0
Reviews score
7.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.4/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.4
ANSI lumens
1,800
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 1,800 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
1,500,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1500000:1, higher than 88.3% of projectors and equal to 0.4% 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.
Via XPR pixel shifting.
Projection technology
DLP
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
0.233:1
Min throw distance
0.18 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.18 m, shorter than 96.3% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Max projection size
150 inch
Market range: <120 inch – >301 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 150 inch, smaller than 67.2% of projectors and equal to 10.2% 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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What reviewers say
Input lag
?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not switch to low-latency mode automatically. 16.1% 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
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 46.1% of projectors and equal to 35.9% 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.
Different HDMI ports reach 18 and 10.2 Gbps.
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What reviewers say
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 5 (802.11ac)
This projector uses Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which is newer than 55.6% of projectors and the same as in 27.5% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth for speakers and headphones. 49.4% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth version
4.2
This projector supports Bluetooth 4.2, more modern than 56.1% of projectors and equal to 6.1% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has built-in smart TV features. 56.2% of projectors offer this.
Android-based smart OS.
Operating system
Android 7.1
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81% of projectors run Android OS.
Android 7.1
Dedicated smartphone app
?
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.5% of projectors offer this.
Bluetooth remote included.
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What reviewers say
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.
ALPD 3 laser phosphor.
Laser light source
yes
This projector has a laser light source. 73.3% of projectors offer this.
ALPD 3 technology.
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
360 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 360 W of power, more than 86.8% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
Normal mode power draw.
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What reviewers say

VAVA 4K Laser Tv vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1500000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,500,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via XPR pixel shifting.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • 0.83 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.18 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 6x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (60 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 30W.
    60 W vs 10 W
  • 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.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
    motorized vs manual
  • 16.0% higher sentiment score
    8.7 vs 7.5
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (1500000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    1,500,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    Via XPR pixel shifting.
    3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports pixel shifting
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 26.6% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • 0.83 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.2 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.18 m vs 1.0055 m
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers more advanced focus control than the average projector (motorized vs manual). Typical projector: manual.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
    motorized vs manual
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 45.6% of projectors support motorized focus.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
  • Supports motion smoothing
    This projector supports motion smoothing, while the average projector does not. 34.1% of projectors offer this.
    Creative Frame Interpolation.
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 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
  • Supports Miracast mirroring
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 46.4% of projectors offer this.
  • Memory card slot included
    This projector has a memory card slot, while the average projector does not. 9.4% of projectors offer a memory card slot.
    SD card slot.
  • 6x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (60 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 30W.
    60 W vs 10 W
  • 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.
    Android-based smart OS.
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support voice commands.
    Alexa voice control supported.
  • 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
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 19.1% of projectors feature Android OS.
    Android 7.1
  • Laser light source
    This projector has a laser light source, while the average projector does not. 26.7% of projectors have one.
    ALPD 3 technology.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 100 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    150 inch vs 250 inch
  • 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
  • 18.2% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,800 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,800 vs 2,200
  • 3.62x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (10.8 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    10.8 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 4 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (32 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    32 dB vs 28 dB
  • 130 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (360 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Normal mode power draw.
    360 W vs 230 W
  • 28% worse value for money
    VAVA 4K Laser Tv has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (5.43 vs 6.9).
    5.43 vs 6.95
  • 3.77x more expensive
    VAVA 4K Laser Tv is more expensive than the average projector (£2,490 vs £660).
    £2,490 vs £660
  • 5.4% lower review score
    Reviews score
    7.0/ 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 60% of models

    7.0

    Mark 8.2 is below the typical mark 8.2 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    7.9

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (24)
    12 reviews: 4 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 12 video reviews, each 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.
    7.0 vs 7.4
  • 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
  • 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
  • 18.2% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,800 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,800 vs 2,200
  • 2 earlier release
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2019 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    October 2019
    2019 vs 2021
  • 100 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    150 inch vs 250 inch
  • 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.
  • 3.62x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (10.8 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    10.8 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 4 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (32 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    Eco mode figure.
    32 dB vs 28 dB
  • 130 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (360 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Normal mode power draw.
    360 W vs 230 W
  • 236 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (533 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    533 mm vs 297 mm
  • 1 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    32 dB vs 31 dB

Video reviews

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

8.0
Build Montage
≈ estimated
11/08/2021
Long-term use · pros and cons of ultra short throw
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser TV is exceptionally bright in a dark room, but ambient light and placement are real trade-offs.
9.0
S.G. Tech Review
≈ estimated
23/02/2021
Long-term review · a year of use and new features
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser Tv delivers a huge picture at large sizes, but it is less sharp than native 4K and its blacks trail high-end OLED TVs.
9.5
all things tech
≈ estimated
22/11/2020
Full review · picture, sound and feature tests
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser TV gives a strong picture and sound for a 100-inch image at this price, with no real complaints about image quality.
9.0
Nexi Tech
≈ estimated
13/11/2020
Hands-on review · picture, 3D, noise and long-term use
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser Tv is a reliable home cinema projector and a recommended pick for anyone wanting one.
9.0
EBPMAN Tech Reviews
≈ estimated
11/11/2020
Hands-on review · picture, audio and software tests
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser TV is the one to buy for limited space, with a strong picture and built-in audio.
9.0
HappyRider Reviews
≈ estimated
15/07/2020
Owner review · picture, audio and size tests
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser TV offers excellent picture and very good audio for a small room, though the projector is large and heavy.
7.0
Jeff Rauseo
✓ explicit
10/07/2020
Hands-on review · setup and image tests
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser Tv gives a great picture in the right room, but it is hard to set up and place, so we don't recommend it for beginners.
8.0
TechDaily
≈ estimated
04/03/2020
Hands-on review · two-week test · image, apps and gaming
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser TV is recommended for a living room or home theater, though its HDR, gaming lag and apps are weak.
7.0
Chris Majestic
≈ estimated
27/12/2019
Hands-on review · brightness, HDR, input lag and HDMI CEC tests
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser Tv is bright and easy to set up, but input lag, weak HDR and its high price hold it back.
7.0
Evan PlayTimes
≈ estimated
11/05/2020
Hands-on test · sound, light and brightness
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser TV has good colors even on a plain wall and fine sound, but its remote buttons need improving.
7.0
JoelsterG4K
≈ estimated
30/04/2019
First look · picture, gaming and movie tests
Verdict
VAVA 4K Laser Tv looks great for movies at this size, but its input lag rules it out for gaming.
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
projectorreviews.com
≈ estimated
02/12/2019
Expert review · Laser TV projector
Verdict
The VAVA Laser TV is an ultra-short-throw Android projector that sits close to the wall with good built-in speakers, though it is dimmer than pricier rivals.
8.0
projectorcentral.com
✓ explicit
24/04/2020
Lab test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
VAVA 4K is a promising, good-looking projector whose picture is strong once calibrated, but its menus and HDR controls are unpolished.
9.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
12/07/2020
Hands-on test · Living room projector
Verdict
VAVA 4K is a stylish, bright ultra short throw projector with a huge picture, but its app store and limited 8-bit HDR hold it back.
7.0
soundandvision.com
≈ estimated
05/08/2020
Home test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
VAVA VA-LT002 is an easy-to-set-up big-screen option with a built-in soundbar, but it needs a special screen in bright rooms and its app store is thin.
8.0
engadget.com
≈ estimated
03/09/2020
Hands-on review · Home cinema
Verdict
VAVA 4K is a stylish laser projector that throws a huge picture from a short distance, but its app store barely works.
8.0
avforums.com
✓ explicit
12/05/2021
Lab test · Laser TV
Verdict
VAVA VA-LT002 is a stylish, quiet laser projector with good built-in sound, but with few UK streaming apps, it works best with an extra streaming box.
7.0
hometheaterhifi.com
≈ estimated
22/05/2019
Measured review · Ultra short throw
Verdict
VAVA 4K UST is a sharp, contrasty projector that streams easily, but its colour accuracy is weak and cannot be corrected in the menus.
8.0
projectorreviews.com
≈ estimated
03/12/2019
Full review · Living room laser
Verdict
VAVA Laser TV is a well-connected projector with built-in apps and Alexa, but it is dimmer than some rivals and has only a one-year warranty.
8.0
lesnumeriques.com
≈ estimated
27/07/2020
Lab test · Laser ultra short throw
Verdict
VAVA 4K UST Laser is a sharp, bright projector with good HDR, but input lag and stuttering film playback make it a poor pick for gamers and movie fans.
7.0
mondoprojos.fr
≈ estimated
22/02/2020
Hands-on test · Picture quality
Verdict
VAVA 4K UST is a sharp projector with good HDR and natural colors out of the box, but it judders on films and lags for online gaming.
7.0
clubic.com
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23/02/2021
Hands-on test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
VAVA 4K is an easy-to-use laser projector that can stand in for a big TV, but it needs a flat white wall or screen and its colours are not faithful.

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What customers like about VAVA 4K Laser Tv

  • Impressive 4K image quality with sharp detail and vibrant colors after calibration
  • High brightness (2,500 ANSI lumens) makes it usable in rooms with some ambient light
  • Excellent built-in 60W Harman Kardon sound system that outperforms most TV speakers
  • Ultra Short Throw (UST) design allows for a 100-inch image from just 7.2 inches away
  • Long-lasting laser light source with a rated lifespan of up to 25,000 hours
  • Sleek, minimalist aesthetic with a premium fabric wrap that fits modern decor

What customers don't like about VAVA 4K Laser Tv

  • Significant input lag (typically 100ms+), making it unsuitable for competitive gaming
  • Built-in Android-based smart platform is outdated and lacks major apps like Netflix and Hulu
  • Reliability concerns with reports of dead pixels (white dots) appearing after 1-2 years
  • Customer service and warranty support have been widely criticized for being slow or unhelpful
  • Mediocre black levels compared to high-end traditional projectors
  • HDR performance can be underwhelming and sometimes requires manual brightness adjustment

Verdict

The Vava 4K UHD Laser TV is an ultra-short-throw projector that utilizes ALPD 3.0 laser technology to deliver a massive 150-inch display from just 16.7 inches away, or a 100-inch image from only 7.2 inches. It features a peak brightness of 2,500 ANSI lumens, a 1.5 million:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and support for HDR10, alongside an integrated 60W Harman Kardon soundbar for premium built-in audio. Main pros include its space-saving design, exceptional brightness for ambient light environments, long-lasting 25,000-hour laser life, and superior internal speakers. However, notable cons include a significant input lag of approximately 100ms making it unsuitable for competitive gaming, an older Android 7.1 operating system with limited native app support for Netflix and Hulu, and the absence of a backlit remote.

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