PROJECTORS

BECAUSE A MASSIVE PICTURE IS HOME CINEMA

Optoma UHD40 £1199

Best projector under £1500, Awards 2018 A ‘4K’ projector that brings top-tier technology to a budget price point, this device boasts punchy colours and insightful detail.

Throw ratio 1.21:1-1.59:1 Inputs HDMI x2, VGA, 3.5mm Speakers Yes

Optoma UHD65 £2999

Best projector £1500+, Awards 2018

It may not have the bells and whistles of a high-end 4K projector, but it puts in a sophisticated performance, is future-proof and well priced. Throw ratio 1.39-2.22:1 Inputs HDMI x2, PC x2, Phono Speakers No

Epson EH-TW7400 £1900

Reviewed online, 2018

The perfect compromise if you want a super-sized faux-4k picture on a budget. The Epson’s rich palette and upscaling skills will delight. Throw ratio 1.35-2.84:1 Inputs HDMI x2, USB, VGA, Speakers No

Sony VPL-VW260ES £4799

June 2018

This projector brings Sony’s 4K expertise to a more affordable price point with an excellent performance that’s both sharp and colourful. Throw ratio 1.38-2.83:1 Inputs HDMI x2, ethernet, USB Speakers No

Sony VPL-VW270ES £5000

February 2019

Sony is one of the few brands making native 4K projectors and its latest is a stunning showcase of class-leading sharpness and subtlety. Gorgeous. Throw ratio 1.37-2.83:1 Inputs HDMI x2 Speakers No

JVC DLA-Z1 £35,000

August 2017

Produces the finest image we’ve seen in our test rooms. It showcases 4K in all its glory – but that performance comes with a huge price tag. Throw ratio 1.29-2.61:1 Inputs HDMI x2 Speakers No