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ViewSonic PX800HD review: 86 specs compared

Avg. price:~£1,130Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:2000Throw ratio:?Lamp life:3000 hours

ViewSonic PX800HD Review: Compare 86 technical specifications and 6 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

ViewSonic PX800HD
7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 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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Score components

35%

6.1

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%

8.5

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

â–²Better than 55% 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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Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

4.5

Price

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6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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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Score components

42%

6.9

Image Quality

22%

5.1

Projection & Lens

12%

5.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.4

Audio & Features

8%

5.4

Connectivity

6%

3.5

Design & Power

â–¼Worse than 69%
8.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.5/ 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%

8.7

Average grade

20%

7.8

Popularity

Grades by review (6)
6 reviews: 4 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.
â–²Better than 70%
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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.
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
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What reviewers say about the ViewSonic PX800HD

Based on 6

Reviewers praise the low input lag and sharp picture, but complain about loud fan noise and limited brightness.
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Technical Specifications of projector ViewSonic PX800HD

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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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Score components:

42%

6.9

Image Quality

22%

5.1

Projection & Lens

12%

5.5

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.4

Audio & Features

8%

5.4

Connectivity

6%

3.5

Design & Power

6.1
Reviews score
8.5
List score
?
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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Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

4.5

Price

6.4
ANSI lumens
2000
Market range: <280 – >4k
This projector reaches 2000 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 54% of projectors and equal to 5% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
100,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 100000:1, higher than 73.1% of projectors and equal to 3.5% 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.
Output resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 25.9% of projectors and equal to 42.3% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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What reviewers say
Throw ratio
?
Min throw distance
0.1 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >1.651 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.1 m, shorter than 98.3% 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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Input lag
16 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 16 ms, lower than 73.1% of projectors and equal to 3.7% of projectors.
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
1.4
This projector supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54% of projectors and equal to 35.7% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10.2 Gbps – >48 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 51.2% of projectors and equal to 46.5% of projectors.
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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
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
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
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 66.5% of projectors and equal to 33.5% of projectors.
Laser light source
no
This projector does not have a laser light source. 26.8% of projectors offer this.
Lamp life
3,000 hours
Market range: <3.5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 3,000 hours, longer than 91.9% of projectors and equal to 4% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
6,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 6,000 hours, longer than 78.8% of projectors and equal to 7.3% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
410 W
Market range: <57 W – >390 W
This projector uses 410 W of power, more than 92.6% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
Maximum power-on rating.
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What reviewers say

ViewSonic PX800HD vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    100,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 0.91 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.1 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.1 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 3 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (3 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    3 vs 0
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    2 x 10W speaker.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 14.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 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%

    8.7

    Average grade

    20%

    7.8

    Popularity

    Grades by review (6)
    6 reviews: 4 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.
    8.5 vs 7.4
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    100,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 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
  • 0.91 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.1 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.0055 m of throw distance.
    0.1 m vs 1.0055 m
  • 11 ms lower input lag
    This projector has a lower input lag than the average projector (16 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    16 ms vs 27 ms
  • 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
  • VGA input included
    This projector supports VGA input, while the average projector does not. 44.1% of projectors support VGA input.
  • 3 more audio input ports
    This projector has more audio input ports than the average projector (3 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    3 vs 0
  • Includes stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 47.8% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    2 x 10W speaker.
  • 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
  • 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
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 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.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • No Wi-Fi connectivity
    This projector does not connect to Wi-Fi networks, while the average projector does. 53.4% of projectors offer this.
  • 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
  • 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
  • 71.2% more expensive
    ViewSonic PX800HD is more expensive than the average projector (£1,130 vs £660).
    £1,130 vs £660
  • 8.7% worse value for money
    ViewSonic PX800HD has a lower value-for-money score than the average projector (6.39 vs 6.9).
    6.39 vs 6.95
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 57.6% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 4 earlier release
    This projector was released earlier than the average projector (2017 vs 2021). The average projector was released in 2021.
    March 2017
    2017 vs 2021
  • 9.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (2000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    2,000 vs 2,200
  • 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 (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.
    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.
    1.4 vs 2
  • More outdated HDCP support
    This projector supports an older HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2).
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • 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.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 17,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life than the average projector (3,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    3,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 4 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (35 dB vs 31 dB). The average projector has 31 dB of audible noise.
    35 dB vs 31 dB
  • 180 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (410 W vs 230 W). The average projector uses 230 W of power.
    Maximum power-on rating.
    410 W vs 230 W
  • 14,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (6,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    Eco mode rating.
    6,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 2.05x heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (6.1 kg vs 2.98 kg). The average projector weighs 2.98 kg.
    6.1 kg vs 2.98 kg
  • 137 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (434 mm vs 297 mm). The average projector has a width of 297 mm.
    434 mm vs 297 mm
  • 1 dB louder eco mode
    This projector has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (29 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    29 dB vs 28 dB

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
projectorcentral.com
✓ explicit
17/04/2017
Lab test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
The ViewSonic PX800HD suits dark-room home cinema and gaming with 16 ms input lag, though its normal fan mode is too loud.
8.0
whattowatch.com
✓ explicit
10/07/2018
Real-world test · Small rooms
Verdict
The ViewSonic PX800HD suits small rooms and bare walls, throwing a 160-inch picture, but it needs closed blinds in daylight.
9.0
theappliancesreviews.com
≈ estimated
07/06/2019
Lab review · Ultra short throw
Verdict
The ViewSonic PX800HD suits ultra short throw home cinema and gaming, with 16 ms input lag, though its normal fan mode is noisy.
10
lesnumeriques.com
✓ explicit
03/12/2018
Lab test · Ultra-short throw projector
Verdict
The ViewSonic PX800HD is an ultra-short throw Full HD projector with very accurate colour and strong contrast, but it is deep, heavy and lacks optical zoom.
9.0
mondoprojos.fr
≈ estimated
21/05/2018
Lab test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
The ViewSonic PX800HD is a sharp, accurate ultra short throw projector for home cinema, but only Eco lamp mode is quiet enough for film scenes.
9.0
clubic.com
✓ explicit
11/03/2021
Hands-on test · Ultra short throw
Verdict
The ViewSonic PX800HD throws a 2 m wide picture from 12 cm off the wall with strong contrast, but its fan is audible in quiet scenes.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about ViewSonic PX800HD

  • Excellent ultra-short throw (UST) performance, producing a 100-inch image from just inches away
  • Extremely low input lag (16ms), making it ideal for serious gaming
  • High contrast and rich, well-saturated colors thanks to the RGBRGB color wheel
  • Sharp image quality across the entire screen with minimal edge distortion
  • Hidden 'PortAll' compartment for neatly housing streaming sticks like Fire TV or Chromecast
  • Cost-effective alternative to large-screen TVs and more expensive laser UST projectors

What customers don't like about ViewSonic PX800HD

  • Brightness (2000 lumens) can struggle in rooms with significant ambient light or open blinds
  • Built-in 10W speakers lack bass and can distort at high volumes
  • Noticeable fan noise in 'Normal' lamp mode, which may require external baffling or 'Eco' mode use
  • Limited physical adjustments (tilt/height), requiring precise furniture placement for alignment
  • Front-facing ports can require specialized right-angle cables to avoid hitting the wall
  • Lack of 'Frame Interpolation' feature for smoother motion in fast-paced video

Verdict

The ViewSonic PX800HD is a 1080p Full HD ultra-short throw DLP projector featuring 2,000 ANSI lumens of brightness and a high 100,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. It is specifically designed for home cinema, utilizing an RGBRGB colour wheel with SuperColor technology to achieve Rec. 709 colour accuracy and supporting a massive display size of up to 150 inches from just inches away. Main pros include its extremely low 16ms input lag for gaming, a unique hidden PortAll compartment for streaming sticks, and ISF-certified calibration modes for professional-grade day and night viewing. However, its 2,000-lumen output can struggle in bright ambient light, the cooling fan is somewhat audible at 35dB in normal mode, and the unit lacks modern smart features or internal 4K upscaling.

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