Epson Home Cinema 980
Best Full HD projector for casual movie nights and gaming enthusiasts.
This projector prioritizes vibrant, color-accurate visuals over the clinical sharpness found in many DLP alternatives. It is a reliable workhorse for casual movie nights and gaming, though you sacrifice the deep, inky blacks of high-end cinema models for its impressive, room-filling brightness.
$799.99
at
Crutchfield
Who it's for
- Casual viewers needing performance in bright living spaces
- Color-sensitive users sensitive to rainbow artifacts
- Renters or homeowners with challenging room layouts
Who should skip it
- Home theater enthusiasts seeking sharp 4K detail
- Movie buffs demanding deep, cinematic contrast
- Audiophiles requiring immersive, high-fidelity sound
Performance breakdown
Color Accuracy
3-LCD technology ensures vibrant, consistent color reproduction without distracting rainbow artifacts.
Ambient Light Performance
High 3,800 lumen output maintains clear, watchable images in moderately lit rooms.
Setup Simplicity
Automatic vertical keystone and plug-and-play connectivity make installation straightforward for beginners.
Contrast Depth
The 16,000:1 ratio provides decent depth, though blacks lack true cinematic intensity.
Operational Noise
Whisper-quiet in Eco mode, though the fan becomes noticeable during high-brightness sessions.
Smart Connectivity
Lacks integrated streaming apps, requiring external devices for modern content access.
Key Specs
Native Resolution
1920 x 1080 (1080p)
Brightness Output
3,800 ANSI lumens
Dynamic Contrast Ratio
16,000:1
Lamp Life
Up to 6,000 hours (Normal Mode) / 12,000 hours (Eco Mode)
Connectivity
2 HDMI 1.4 inputs, 1 USB Type-A, 1 USB Type-B
Optical Zoom Ratio
1.6x
Fan Noise Level
37dB (Normal Mode) / 28dB (ECO Mode)
Weight
6.83 lbs
Display Technology
3-LCD
Aspect Ratio
16:9
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