Optoma HD146X vs Optoma HD28HDR
Optoma’s Entry 1080p Pair: Do You Need HDR?
Optoma HD28HDR
Quick Verdict
Jump to Final VerdictChoose the Optoma HD146X:
- • Meaningfully cheaper — entry price for big-screen 1080p
- • Same 3,600-lumen class brightness
- • Great starter or backyard-movie projector
Choose the Optoma HD28HDR:
- • Accepts HDR10 signals from consoles and 4K sticks
- • Faster Enhanced Gaming mode (~8.4ms at 1080p/120)
- • Slightly better contrast handling
Spec-by-Spec Comparison
| Specification | Optoma HD146X | Optoma HD28HDR |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $550 | $890 |
| Resolution | 1080p | 1080p |
| Brightness | 3,600 lumens | 3,600 lumens |
| Input Lag | — | 8.4ms |
| Max Refresh Rate | — | 120Hz |
| Contrast Ratio | 16,000:1 | 50,000:1 |
| Technology | DLP | DLP |
| Throw Type | Standard | Standard |
| Light Source Life | — | 15,000 hrs |
| Weight | 8.2 lbs | 8.5 lbs |
| Owner Rating | 4.3/5 | 4.2/5 |
| Reviews | 331 | 744 |
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Final Verdict
Same family, one real difference: the HD28HDR adds HDR10 input support and a faster gaming mode, while the HD146X does the 1080p basics for meaningfully less. If you feed it a console or 4K HDR stick, the HD28HDR earns its premium; for cable boxes, sports and casual movie nights, the HD146X is the smarter spend.
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