This 4K projector could replace your gaming TV

A budget-friendly price with solid specs

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The new Optoma UHD55 projector has been heralded as the next best gaming projector for those on a budget - and based on the specs we think the rumors have merit.

This 3,600 lumens,long-throw projectoroffers an impressive 1,200,000:1 contrast ratio and an image size up to 300-inch. But what about its gaming prowess?

For those of you looking to prioritize image quality, you can game in4Kat 60Hz with a response time of 16ms. Alternatively, those after an improved performance can drop the resolution down to 1080p to boost the refresh rate to a buttery-smooth 240Hz and enjoy a 4ms response time.

That 240Hz mark is a bit overkill. ThePS5andXbox Series Xboth top out at 120 fps currently, you’d have to rely on a fairly high-endgaming PCif you want those kinds of numbers.

To top it all off, you can snatch the Optoma UHD55 up for just $1,800 / £1,400 / AU$3,000. This isn’t the cheapest piece of tech in the world but compared with thebest 4K projectorswe’ve reviewed you could be looking at a bargain.

However, the Optoma UHD55 isn’t perfect. For starters, it only offersHDR10and HLG, losing out on bothDolby VisionandHDR10+that offer improved performance andHDRsupport.

We’re also not convinced it’ll sound too great. The speaker system is only 10W and there’s no mention ofDolby Atmossupport on the Optoma store page - so the performance of yoursoundbarcould be limited.

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All that being said, the Optoma UHD55 4K projector looks like a nifty piece of tech, and a possible alternative to one of thebest gaming TVsif you have the wall space and lighting conditions to make the most of its massive potential screen size.

We haven’t had the chance to review this piece of tech for ourselves yet, but based on what we’ve seen we’d recommend you at least consider this option if you’re looking to upgrade your home cinema setup - especially if you’re a gamer.

Hamish is a Senior Staff Writer for TechRadar and you’ll see his name appearing on articles across nearly every topic on the site from smart home deals to speaker reviews to graphics card news and everything in between. He uses his broad range of knowledge to help explain the latest gadgets and if they’re a must-buy or a fad fueled by hype. Though his specialty is writing about everything going on in the world of virtual reality and augmented reality.

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