Optoma HD27HDR vs HD143X: Which 1080p Home Theater Projector Should You Choose for Your Home?

[Serena Anderson]

Introduce​

Parameter	Optoma HD27HDR​	Optoma HD143X​
Picture​	​	​
Price​	$449​	$449​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​
Highlight​	Connectivity: HDMI 2.0 with HDCP 2.2, HDMI 1.4a Brightness: 3,400 lumens Installation: Vertical keystone correction, 1.1x zoom Lamp Life: Up to 15,000 hours 3D Support: Full 3D 1080p support, requires Optoma 3D glasses Resolution & HDR: 1080p HDR and 4K HDR support, HDR10 technology, DCI-P3 wide color gamut​	Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours Connectivity: HDMI inputs and USB power Picture Quality: High contrast (23,000:1), REC.709 and REC.709b color space Installation: Vertical keystone correction, 1.1x zoom Gaming Performance: Fast 1080p input response Brightness: 3,000 lumens​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	Optoma HD27HDR​	Optoma HD143X​
Screen Size​	60 Inches - 150 Inches​	60 Inches - 150 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1 Meters - 4 Meters​	1 Meters - 4 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	400:1​	400:1​
Display Resolution​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1920 x 1080​	1920 x 1080​
Brightness​	420 Lumen​	420 Lumen​
Display Type​	DLP​	DLP​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	HDR10​	HDR10​

Features​

Parameter	Optoma HD27HDR​	Optoma HD143X​
Video Encoding​	H.264 or H.265​	H.264 or H.265​
Lamp Wattage​	-​	-​
Light Source Life​	-​	-​
Controller Type​	Button Control, Voice Control​	Button Control, Voice Control​
Control Method​	App, Remote, Voice​	App, Remote, Voice​
Mount Type​	Tabletop Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Gimbal Auto Real-time Image Correction : Auto Focus / Auto Keystone Correction, 𝐆𝐨𝐭 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠? 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝗝𝗠𝗚𝗢 𝗖𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝗦𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭., 10000mAh Built-in Battery with 4.5H of Playtime (ECO Mode) / Type-C / Portable Mini / Outdoor, DLP / 1080P FHD / 420 ISO Lumens / 150 Inch Big Screen / HDR10 / Blu-ray 3D / 10W Dual Speakers / DD+, Google TV / Netflix (Official Licensed) / Wifi and Bluetooth / Smart​	Gimbal Auto Real-time Image Correction : Auto Focus / Auto Keystone Correction, 𝐆𝐨𝐭 𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠? 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝗝𝗠𝗚𝗢 𝗖𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝗦𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭., 10000mAh Built-in Battery with 4.5H of Playtime (ECO Mode) / Type-C / Portable Mini / Outdoor, DLP / 1080P FHD / 420 ISO Lumens / 150 Inch Big Screen / HDR10 / Blu-ray 3D / 10W Dual Speakers / DD+, Google TV / Netflix (Official Licensed) / Wifi and Bluetooth / Smart​

Connectivity​

Parameter	Optoma HD27HDR​	Optoma HD143X​
Connectivity Technology​	Wi-Fi​	Wi-Fi​
Hardware Connectivity​	USB, USB Type C, HDMI​	USB, USB Type C, HDMI​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Smartphone, Gaming Console, Media Player​	Laptop, Smartphone, Gaming Console, Media Player​

Measurements​

Parameter	Optoma HD27HDR​	Optoma HD143X​
Dimensions L x W x H​	9.15"L x 3.15"W x 3.15"H​	9.15"L x 3.15"W x 3.15"H​
Item Weight​	3.3 Pounds​	3.3 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
Optoma HD27HDR​	Pros: • Compact and portable design, easy to carry • Crisp and bright picture quality, especially in dark settings • Good battery life, lasting around 180 minutes for full-length movies • User-friendly with seamless Google Cast integration • Gimbal design allows for flexible projection angles • Real-time image correction for easy setup • Decent sound quality from dual speakers • Includes Netflix and YouTube shortcuts on the remote Cons: • Battery life decreases significantly with higher brightness settings (only about 1 hour) • Picture quality may suffer in brighter environments • Built-in speakers are decent but could benefit from external sound systems Overall Impression: The PicoFlix projector stands out for its portability, ease of use, and impressive image quality in low-light conditions. With a solid battery life for casual viewing and thoughtful features like gimbal design and image correction, it is an excellent choice for on-the-go entertainment. However, users should be mindful of the reduced battery performance at maximum brightness and the need for better audio options for an enhanced viewing experience. Overall, it’s a highly recommended device for families and travelers looking for a reliable projector.
Optoma HD143X​	Pros: • Battery Life: Convenient built-in battery lasts around 180 minutes, making setups easier without being limited by outlets. • Picture Quality: Offers vibrant colors and decent performance in both lit and dark rooms; keystoning feature is helpful. • Sound Quality: Decent audio from dual speakers, impressive for its compact size. • Integrated Features: Google Cast, WiFi, and remote with Netflix and YouTube shortcuts enhance usability. • Gimbal Design: Built-in gimbal provides flexibility without needing an additional tripod. Cons: • Remote Limitations: Remote cannot power on the projector when fully off, which can be frustrating. • Bulky Carrying Case: While protective, the case is bulkier than desired. • Bluetooth Mode: Switching to Bluetooth only mode requires navigating settings on the projector, which is cumbersome for portable use. • 3D Mode Issues: Unable to get the 3D mode to work as expected. Overall Impression: The PicoFlix stands out as one of the best portable projectors in its class for 2024, with impressive battery life, picture quality, and integrated features that cater well to both entertainment and gaming needs. Despite some notable drawbacks, like remote functionality and a cumbersome carrying case, it remains a highly recommended option for those seeking a versatile and user-friendly projector.