Optoma HD27HDR vs HD27E: Which 1080p Gaming Projector Should You Choose?

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Introduce​

Parameter	Optoma HD27HDR​	Optoma HD27E​
Picture​	​	​
Price​	$449​	$449​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​
Highlight​	Brightness: 3,400 lumens Connectivity: HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.4a, HDCP 2.2 support 3D Support: Full 3D 1080p, requires Optoma 3D glasses Resolution: 1080p (1920×1080) HDR Support: 1080p HDR, 4K HDR, HDR10, DCI-P3 wide color gamut Lamp Life: Up to 15,000 hours​	Low Lag for Gaming: Fast 1080p input response, project distance 1 – 9.8 m Integrated Speaker: 10-watt built-in speaker Image Quality: Full HD 1080p (1920 x 1080), 25,000:1 contrast ratio Easy Installation: Vertical keystone correction, 1.1x zoom Connectivity: HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) and HDMI 1.4a support Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	Optoma HD27HDR​	Optoma HD27E​
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 HD27E​
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 HD27E​
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 HD27E​
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: • Big, bright images with sharp quality, even in darker scenes • Easy to set up and use, perfect for both indoor and outdoor settings • Compact and portable design for easy transportation • Strong brightness levels suitable for ambient lighting • Gimbal design allows for flexible projection angles • Real-time image correction for hassle-free adjustments • Good battery life, lasting through multiple films Cons: • Built-in speakers are decent but not exceptional; external speakers recommended • Picture quality may not be optimal for high-end or professional use Overall Impression: This projector is an excellent choice for casual use, particularly for movie nights and themed events like Halloween. Its portability, ease of setup, and impressive image quality make it a great addition to any gathering. While the built-in audio could be improved, the overall performance and flexibility of the projector make it a solid investment for entertainment purposes.
Optoma HD27E​	Pros: • Compact and lightweight design, ideal for travel • Sharp 1080P image quality with great brightness and HDR10 support • Good battery life, lasting through one to two films • User-friendly with a straightforward setup • Gimbal design allows for flexible positioning and easy adjustments • Real-time image correction eliminates distortion issues • Impressive keystone auto-correct and focus functionality • Good value for a $400 portable projector Cons: • Built-in speakers are decent but lack depth; external speakers recommended for better audio • Performance may be less optimal in bright environments compared to dark rooms Overall Impression: The PicoFlix projector is an excellent choice for those seeking a portable and user-friendly device for on-the-go entertainment. Its impressive image quality, flexibility in positioning, and good battery life make it perfect for outdoor movie nights or travel. While the built-in audio could be improved, the overall value and performance of this projector are commendable, making it a highly recommendable option for casual use.