Best projector for bedroom setup?

Hi onetwo3, I've been using a benq ht2050a in my bedroom, and it's fantastic. My bedroom is about the same size as yours, and I have it mounted on the ceiling. It saves a lot of space and gives a great viewing angle. If you're deciding between projecting on the wall or getting a screen, I'd suggest going with a screen for better picture quality, especially if you want those vibrant colors to pop!

Projecting onto a wall can work, but you'll get better results with a dedicated projector screen. The screen will provide a smoother, more reflective surface, which enhances the image quality. For your room size, a 100-inch screen should be perfect. As for resolution, 1080p should be plenty for bedroom viewing, but if you want future-proofing, a 4K projector might be worth the investment. Look for something from these brands: BENQ, ViewSonic, Epson, or Optoma.

For gaming, you definitely want a projector with low input lag. The BenQ X3000i and Optoma UHD55 are both excellent options, with input lag under 20ms (4ms in 1080p) and 4K resolution for future-proofing. The x3000i even has a special gaming mode that optimizes the settings for the best gaming experience. As for screen size, a 100-120 inch screen should work well for your 12x14 foot bedroom. GL

As someone who spends way too much time gaming and watching movies, I can attest to the importance of a comfortable seating arrangement. Invest in a cozy couch or some bean bag chairs for those long gaming sessions and movie marathons. Trust me, your back will thank you!

I highly recommend getting a projector screen for both gaming and movies. A screen will provide a smoother, more uniform surface that enhances picture quality and reduces glare compared to a wall. The Silver Ticket STR-169100-HC (100-inch) is a great option for under $200. It's easy to install and comes with a black border to frame the image nicely.

Hi onetwo3, I've been using a benq ht2050a in my bedroom, and it's fantastic. My bedroom is about the same size as yours, and I have it mounted on the ceiling. It saves a lot of space and gives a great viewing angle. If you're deciding between projecting on the wall or getting a screen, I'd suggest going with a screen for better picture quality, especially if you want those vibrant colors to pop!

Just use your phone as a projector, bro. Who needs a real one anyway? XDDD

When setting up your bedroom projector, it's important to consider the input lag, which is the delay between your actions and what you see on the screen. Lower input lag means a more responsive viewing experience, which is crucial not only for gaming but also for watching fast-paced movies or sports. The minimal lag for now goes as low as ~4ms on 1080p. Hope this helps!

Appreciate you making this quicker for me!

Mounted mine to the ceiling last week... only took 3 tries and one slightly broken ladder lmaooo worth it tho

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Can y'all stop recommending 4K projectors for tiny bedrooms? Complete overkill unless ur trying to flex that credit card limit 🙄

gaming on projector = elite experience. nothing hits like Mario Kart on 120 inches 😤

went through this exact rabbit hole last winter. ended up spending three weekends measuring throw distances with a tape measure and a piece of cardboard taped to the wall. my wife thought i lost my mind. she was probably right

projecting straight on wall and honestly? no regrets. not everyone needs that premium screen life

Normalize putting projector screens on wedding registries instead of china sets fr fr

just got that benQ ht2050a and bruhhh... this thing different. 16ms input lag + crispy image? take my money 💸

fellas rly be spending 1k on projectors but won't buy blackout curtains smh my head

My roommate and i debated this for literally two months before we just went ahead and got the BenQ X3100i. Kept going back and forth, reading the same four reddit threads over and over like something new was gonna appear. Nothing new appeared. We bought it. It's good. The gaming lag thing people worry about is not actually a thing in practice

the part everyone skips: your bedroom probably has a textured wall. that orange peel paint finish will absolutely wreck a projected image — you'll see the texture instead of the movie. learned this after two weeks of convincing myself "it looks fine actually"

My boyfriend set this whole thing up, was very proud of himself, invited people over for a movie night. the ambient light rejection on the screen we got was apparently "not designed for rooms with windows" and we watched the whole thing basically looking at a grey rectangle. he has not recovered emotionally