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Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£250Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:1100Throw ratio:1.25:1Lamp life:20000 hours

Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Wanbo X5 Pro 2025
6.4/10

Overall score

Score
6.4/ 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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▼ Worse than 60% of models
Score components

90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

5.9

User score

▼Worse than 60% of projectors
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 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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▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

▲Better than 81%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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 53% of models
Score components

42%

6.1

Image Quality

22%

5.5

Projection & Lens

12%

7.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.8

Audio & Features

8%

7.5

Connectivity

6%

7.4

Design & Power

▼Worse than 53%
5.9

User score

User score
5.9/ 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 96% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

User ratings

30%

4.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 96%
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Technical Specifications of projector Wanbo X5 Pro 2025

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 53% of models
Score components:

42%

6.1

Image Quality

22%

5.5

Projection & Lens

12%

7.3

HDMI & Gaming

10%

7.8

Audio & Features

8%

7.5

Connectivity

6%

7.4

Design & Power

6.4
User score
User score
5.9/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

User ratings

30%

4.2

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
5.9
Popularity
Popularity
4.2/ 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 53% of models
Popularity:
Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 has a popularity score of 4.2 points, which is lower than 52.7% of projectors.
4.2
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
▲ Better than 81% of models
Score components:

70%

6.4

Overall score

30%

9.2

Price

7.2
ANSI lumens
1,100
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 1,100 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 67% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
3,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 3000:1, lower than 61.7% of projectors and equal to 5.8% of projectors.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 59.7% of projectors.
Output Resolution
1920x1080
This projector supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% of projectors.
Supports 4K input.
Projection technology
LCD
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Throw ratio
1.25:1
Min throw distance
1.1 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.1 m, longer than 54.8% of projectors and equal to 4% of projectors.
Max projection size
140 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 140 inch, smaller than 77.8% of projectors and equal to 0.6% 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
?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
?
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 45.3% of projectors and equal to 36.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 47.7% of projectors and equal to 40.1% of projectors.
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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
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), more modern than 84.6% of projectors and equal to 13.4% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
5
This projector supports Bluetooth 5, more modern than 63% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Google TV built in.
Operating system
Google TV
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
20,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 20,000 hours, shorter than 34.4% of projectors and equal to 27.6% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
?
Operating power consumption
120 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 120 W of power, less than 65.7% of projectors and equal to 2.3% of projectors.
Maximum power-on rating.
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Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Google TV built in.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • 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
  • 4 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (26 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    26 dB vs 30 dB
  • 3.08x cheaper
    Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 is cheaper than the average projector (£250 vs £770).
    £250 vs £770
  • 11.2% better value for money
    Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 has a higher value-for-money score than the average projector (7.24 vs 6.5).
    7.24 vs 6.51
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • 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 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
  • Modern Wi-Fi standard
    This projector supports a newer Wi-Fi standard than the average projector (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average projector supports Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Google TV built in.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • 20% stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (12 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 6W.
    12 W vs 10 W
  • 4 dB quieter operation
    This projector has a lower audible noise than the average projector (26 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    26 dB vs 30 dB
  • 2 dB quieter eco mode
    This projector has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (26 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    26 dB vs 28 dB
  • 115 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (120 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    Maximum power-on rating.
    120 W vs 235 W
  • 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
  • 50% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,100 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,100 vs 2,200
  • 106.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (140 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    140 inch vs 246.5 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.
    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
  • Narrower color gamut
    This projector has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (63% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    63% 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.
  • 36.2% lower user score
    User score
    5.9/ 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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    Wanbo X5 Pro 2025
    the average projector
    Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 has a lower user score than the average projector (5.87 vs 8.000).
    5.87 vs 8
  • 50% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,100 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    1,100 vs 2,200
  • 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 (63% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    63% 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.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (3000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    3,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 106.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (140 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    140 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • 0.08 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 1.025 m of throw distance.
    1.1 m vs 1.025 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
  • 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 RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 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

Video reviews

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

9.5
Jayce Ooi
≈ estimated
18/07/2026
Hands-on review · brightness, sharpness, video, games and noise
Verdict
Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 is strongly recommended for films, games and office work, with excellent image quality.
9.0
doc.online.progress
≈ estimated
22/10/2025
Hands-on review · Google TV, YouTube and audio tests
Verdict
Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 is a bright, sharp, well-built projector for the price and a strong home entertainment pick, though its audio and ports have some limits.
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Overview video
Brand video

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

basic-tutorials.com
05/12/2025
Hands-on test · Compact LCD
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 is a compact projector with easy setup and good speakers, but it falls short of its claimed brightness and contrast.
enostech.com
20/03/2025
Hands-on review · Home projector
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro is a lightweight, quiet projector that stays bright with room lights on, and it has an easy-to-clean dust box and a desk stand.
rtings.com
12/03/2026
Lab test · Home theater
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro suits dark rooms, with deep blacks and a quiet fan, but it is dim, inaccurate out of the box and weak for gaming.
the-gadgeteer.com
21/08/2025
Home use review · Smart projector
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro is an easy, all-in-one projector for casual family use, with automatic setup and built-in speakers, but its busy interface and ads annoy.
winfuture.de
26/11/2025
Hands-on test · Google TV projector
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro is a very quiet Google TV projector with HDR10 that suits dim rooms, but it is no daylight projector.
basic-tutorials.de
05/12/2025
Hands-on test · Entry-level LCD
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 is a compact entry-level projector with easy operation and good speakers, but its image is pale and falls short of claimed brightness.
handheldboss.de
04/01/2026
Hands-on test · Gaming and sound
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 is a good all-rounder for dark rooms and gaming, with full sound, but it washes out in daylight.
justegeek.fr
30/01/2026
Three-week test · Google TV
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro 2025 is a simple, well-equipped Full HD projector for streaming and casual gaming, but not a high-end home cinema machine.
laurentwillen.be
07/11/2025
Lab measurements · Entry-level LCD
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro is an entry-level LCD that suits films in dark rooms and casual gaming, but measured brightness and contrast fall short of the claimed figures.
trastomania.com
07/09/2025
Hands-on test · Brightness and colour
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro is a bright, quiet Google TV projector for dark rooms, but its speaker is ordinary and HDMI 2.0 limits Xbox to 1080p.
laurentwillen.nl
07/11/2025
Hands-on test · Entry-level LCD projector
Verdict
The Wanbo X5 Pro is a watchable entry LCD projector with official Google TV, but its picture needs tweaking and its fan is clearly audible.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Wanbo X5 Pro 2025

  • High brightness of 1,100 ANSI lumens suitable for light-controlled indoor environments and outdoor use after sundown
  • Smooth smart OS performance with Google TV (Android 11) and pre-certified apps like Netflix and YouTube
  • Quiet operation with a low noise level rated at ≤26dB
  • Excellent native contrast for deeper blacks in dark rooms
  • Impressive built-in sound quality from dual HiFi speakers with DSP boosting
  • Convenient automatic adjustments including autofocus, auto-keystone, and obstacle avoidance

What customers don't like about Wanbo X5 Pro 2025

  • Vulnerability to significant dust buildup inside the lens/optical engine after short periods of use, which can ruin the image
  • Inconsistent performance of smart features like auto-keystone correction and screen alignment for some users
  • Noticeable corner vignetting and a yellow tint in some units
  • Poor out-of-the-box color accuracy with limited calibration options
  • High input lag and frameskipping issues make it sluggish for most gaming titles
  • Reported software bugs such as volume spikes on certain apps and Bluetooth connection drops

Verdict

The Wanbo X5 Pro (2025) is a smart LCD projector featuring a native 1080p resolution with 4K decoding and HDR10 support, delivering 1100 ANSI lumens for visibility even in moderate ambient light. Its ASA 3.0 advanced algorithm provides a seamless setup with autofocus, auto-keystone correction, obstacle avoidance, and screen alignment for projections up to 140 inches. Main pros include its integrated Google TV (Android 11) system with native Netflix support, upgraded dual 6W HiFi speakers with a 375cc sound chamber, and an ultra-quiet cooling system rated at ≤26dB. However, cons include high input lag that may hinder fast-paced competitive gaming, noticeable vignetting and sharpness loss at the image corners, and a limited color gamut that may appear pale without manual calibration.

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