Optoma GT1090HDR vs ViewSonic LS711HD: Which Laser Projector Under $1500 is the Best Choice?

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Introduce​

Parameter	Optoma GT1090HDR​	ViewSonic LS711HD​
Picture​	​	​
Price​	$1320​	$1292.59​
Recommended Uses​	Tv Stick, Home Cinema, Indoor Outdoor, Camping, Gaming​	Education, Home Cinema, Business​
Highlight​	Short Throw Lens: Projects 120" image from 4'-4" distance, suitable for small spaces Laser Light Source: 30,000 hours lifespan, no lamp/filter replacements, IPX6 dust resistance Quiet Operation: 32dB noise level in eco-mode Home Automation Enabled: LAN & RS-232 control via Crestron 4K HDR Input: Supports HDR10 & HLG for enhanced image quality Versatile Connectivity: Compatible with media players and gaming consoles, supports 4K UHD HDMI dongles​	Brightness: 4200 Lumens Resolution: 1080p Throw Lens: 0.49 short throw Lifespan: Up to 30,000 hours Setup Features: Short throw, 4 corner adjustment, 15-degree H/V keystone, 360-degree projection, portrait mode Power Features: Auto power on/off Connectivity: HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A; supports media players, PCs, Macs, mobile devices​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	Optoma GT1090HDR​	ViewSonic LS711HD​
Screen Size​	36.43 Inches - 301.4 Inches​	35 Inches - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​	3 Feet - 11 Feet​	1.2 Feet - 10.8 Feet​
Contrast Ratio​	300,000:1​	3,000,000:1​
Display Resolution​	3840 x 2160​	920 x 1080 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1920 x 1080​	920 x 1080​
Brightness​	4,200 Lumen​	4,200 Lumen​
Display Type​	DLP​	Laser​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	HDR10 & HLG​	-​

Features​

Parameter	Optoma GT1090HDR​	ViewSonic LS711HD​
Video Encoding​	H.264 or H.265​	H.264, H.265​
Lamp Wattage​	380 Watts​	-​
Light Source Life​	30000 Hours​	30000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Button Control​	Remote Control, Button Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Ceiling Mount, Tabletop Mount​	Ceiling Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Built-In Speaker, Portable, Digital Keystone Correction, 3D-Ready, Built-In Media Player, Short Throw​	Lightweight, High native contrast ratio, Non-stop 24/7 Operation, Long lamp life, Short Throw​

Connectivity​

Parameter	Optoma GT1090HDR​	ViewSonic LS711HD​
Connectivity Technology​	HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​
Hardware Connectivity​	HDMI​	HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​
Compatible Devices​	Television, Gaming Console, Laptop, Smartphone​	Laptop, Television, Speaker​

Measurements​

Parameter	Optoma GT1090HDR​	ViewSonic LS711HD​
Dimensions L x W x H​	13.26"L x 10.5"W x 4.8"H​	5"L x 11.3"W x 8.5"H​
Item Weight​	10 Pounds​	7 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
Optoma GT1090HDR​	Pros • Excellent projected image quality, especially in bright environments • Short throw laser design effectively avoids washout from auditorium lights • Low latency 120Hz gaming mode enhances performance for gaming • Quieter fan operation compared to competitors like BenQ • Long-life laser lamp provides efficient and consistent brightness • Adjustable color settings allow for customization to improve image quality Cons • Fixed projected picture size may not fully utilize the available screen • Digital zoom is limited compared to optical zoom options in other models • Initial color calibration needed for optimal performance (e.g., red tint issues) • Installation can be cumbersome due to fixed mounting requirements • Lack of 4K option may limit future-proofing for some users Overall Impression The Optoma GT1090 is a strong performer with its bright, high-quality image and quiet operation, making it an excellent choice for both gaming and cinema experiences. While the fixed projection size and initial color adjustments may require some effort, the overall performance and features justify the investment. Future iterations with 4K resolution and improved color accuracy would enhance its appeal even further.
ViewSonic LS711HD​	Pros: • Great price for the brightness advertised • Good quality build • Heavy, suggesting durability Cons: • Luminance significantly lower than claimed (only 60% of a competing model) • Inconsistent performance across multiple units • Overall brightness not meeting expectations Overall Impression: The projector offers a promising price and solid build quality, but ultimately fails to deliver on its brightness claims, leading to disappointment in performance.