Acer has introduced the HL6820GTV, a 4K laser projector designed for both home entertainment and serious gaming. The device replaces traditional lamps with a laser light source to deliver consistent brightness over its lifespan while cutting power consumption compared to older models.
The device replaces traditional lamps with a laser light source to deliver consistent brightness over its lifespan while cutting power consumption compared to older models.
The projector centers around a 0.47-inch DMD panel capable of outputting a native 4K UHD resolution (3,840 x 2,160 pixels). Acer pairs this display with Google TV for built-in smart platform functionality and media playback capabilities.
- Resolution: 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160)
- Light Source: Laser
- Brightness (Standard): 4,000 ANSI lumens
- Brightness (Eco): 3,200 lumens
- Fan Noise (Eco): 29 dBA
Key technical specifications include a standard brightness rating of 4,000 ANSI lumens, which drops to 3,200 lumens in Eco mode. The unit features a dynamic contrast ratio of 3,500,000:1 and covers the Rec. 709 color space for accurate media reproduction.
For gaming applications, the HL6820GTV supports up to 240Hz refresh rates when outputting at 1080p resolution. It includes two HDMI 2.1 ports that enable Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) support up to 144Hz and a reported input lag of just 1ms in gaming mode.
The device carries an IP5X rating for dust resistance and weighs 3.4 kg. Acer states the laser light source extends expected lifespan from 20,000 hours in standard mode to 30,000 hours when operating in Eco mode.
Source: Acer, GIZMOCHINA
