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Optoma GT3900UHD Golf Simulator Projector vs ViewSonic LSD500HD Laser Projector

Buy the Optoma GT3900UHD for a golf simulator or home theater room where you want a big 4K picture from a short distance. Buy the ViewSonic LSD500HD for a bright room, a boardroom or a large venue where 1080p is enough and you need a long throw with lots of light. The Optoma wins on resolution, short throw and gaming response; the ViewSonic wins on raw brightness, zoom flexibility and commercial control integration. Owners of the Optoma praise the golf mode and sharp 4K image; the ViewSonic is valued by installers for its consistent brightness and network control.

  • Choose the Optoma GT3900UHD if you want a true 4K short-throw image for golf simulation, movies or gaming in a room where the projector sits close to the screen.
  • Choose the ViewSonic LSD500HD if you need maximum brightness for a lit room or large venue and 1080p resolution is enough.

Prices

  • Optoma GT3900UHD Golf Simulator Projector: $1,499.00 at Protech Projection Systems (last seen Nov 9)
  • ViewSonic LSD500HD Laser Projector: $1,049.99 at Amazon (checked today)
  • Difference: the ViewSonic LSD500HD Laser Projector is $449.01 cheaper than the Optoma GT3900UHD Golf Simulator Projector at the latest prices (Nov 9 and Nov 12)
Optoma
Optoma GT3900UHD 4000-Lumens 4K UHD Short Throw Golf Simulator Projector

Optoma GT3900UHD Golf Simulator Projector

Optoma GT3900UHD 4000-Lumens 4K UHD Short Throw Golf Simulator Projector

$1,499.00at Protech Projection SystemsChecked Nov 9
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Pros
  • True 4K UHD resolution
  • Short throw fits small rooms
  • Dedicated golf mode tunes sky, grass and shadows
  • 240Hz 1080p with 4.3ms input lag for gaming
  • HDR10 and HLG support
Cons
  • Lower brightness than the ViewSonic
  • No optical zoom for placement flexibility
  • No built-in speaker listed
  • Short throw limits mounting options
ViewSonic
ViewSonic LSD500HD 5500 Lumens 1080p DLP Laser Projector

ViewSonic LSD500HD Laser Projector

ViewSonic LSD500HD 5500 Lumens 1080p DLP Laser Projector

$1,049.99at AmazonChecked 1 h ago
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Pros
  • 5,500 ANSI lumens for lit rooms
  • 1.3x optical zoom and wide keystone correction
  • Works with Crestron, Q-SYS, AMX and Extron
  • 15W built-in speaker
  • Instant on/off and 360-degree projection
Cons
  • Only 1080p native resolution
  • Standard throw needs more distance for a big image
  • No low-lag gaming mode listed
  • Bulky commercial design

What separates them

Optoma GT3900UHD Golf Simulator ProjectorViewSonic LSD500HD Laser Projector
Native resolution3840 x 2160 4K UHD with XPR pixel shifting1920 x 1080 Full HD
Brightness4,000 lumens5,500 ANSI lumens
ThrowShort throw, 150-inch image from about 5.4 feetStandard throw, 1.13-1.47 ratio
Light source lifeLaser, up to 30,000 hoursLaser phosphor, up to 30,000 hours
Gaming and motion1080p at 240Hz with 4.3ms input lag60Hz input, no low-lag gaming mode listed
Zoom and keystoneFixed short throw, limited placement flexibility1.3x optical zoom, +/-30 degree H/V keystone
Commercial controlHDMI and USB, no network control listedCrestron, Q-SYS, AMX, PJ Link and Extron compatible
Built-in audioNo built-in speaker listed15W speaker

Price history

$1,499.00$1,049.99
Nov 2Nov 12
  • Optoma GT3900UHD Golf Simulator Projector: lowest $1,499.00 on Nov 2 at Crutchfield; $1,499.00 on Nov 10.
  • ViewSonic LSD500HD Laser Projector: lowest $1,049.99 on Nov 12 at protechprojection.com.

Prices at every store

Optoma GT3900UHD Golf Simulator Projector

  • CrutchfieldNew

    In stock

    $1,499.00Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • AdoramaNew

    In stock

    $1,499.00Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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  • Protech Projection SystemsNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $1,499.00Checked Nov 9
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  • AmazonNew

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    $1,499.00Free shippingChecked Nov 10
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ViewSonic LSD500HD Laser Projector

  • protechprojection.comNew

    In stock

    $1,049.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • AVI-SPLNew

    In stock

    $1,049.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • AmazonNew

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    $1,049.99Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • AdoramaNew

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Specs compared

SpecOptoma GT3900UHD Golf Simulator ProjectorViewSonic LSD500HD Laser Projector
Native Resolution3840 x 21601920 x 1080p
Brightness4,000 lumen5,500 ANSI lumens
Display TypeDLP—
ConnectivityHDMI, USB—
Short ThrowYes—
color—Black
Light source life—up to 30,000 hours
Light source—Laser Phosphor
Display chip—0.65" DMD
Optical zoom—1.3x
Keystone correction—H:+/-30° , V:+/-30°
Screen size—30"-300"
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SpecOptoma GT3900UHD Golf Simulator ProjectorViewSonic LSD500HD Laser Projector
Throw ratio—1.13-1.47
Contrast ratio—3000000:1
HDMI inputs—2 (HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2)
Speaker—15W
Screen Resolution—1920x1080 (Full HD)
Type of Projector—Standard
Image Settings—Focus, Zoom
Aspect Ratio—16:9
3D—Yes
Supported Picture Formats

Questions and answers

Which is better for a golf simulator?
The Optoma GT3900UHD. Its short throw fits a simulator bay, its 4K resolution sharpens the screen image, and its golf mode tunes sky and turf colors.
Which is brighter in a lit room?
The ViewSonic LSD500HD at 5,500 ANSI lumens beats the Optoma's 4,000. It holds up better with lights on or in a large venue.
Which lasts longer?
Both use laser light sources rated up to 30,000 hours, so neither needs lamp replacements over a long life.
Is the ViewSonic worth stepping up to over the Optoma?
Only if brightness and installation flexibility matter more than resolution. The ViewSonic is brighter and has zoom and keystone, but it is 1080p, not 4K.
Which is better for gaming?
The Optoma. It runs 1080p at 240Hz with 4.3ms input lag. The ViewSonic lists 60Hz input and no low-lag mode.
Can I mount the ViewSonic on the ceiling in a small room?
It is a standard-throw projector, so a large image needs more distance. Its 1.3x zoom and +/-30 degree keystone help with placement.

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1080 p
Lamp Life (standard mode) (h)—20000
Brightness (ANSI)—5500
Technology—DLP, Laser
Zoom—Digital
HDMI—Yes
Inputs—USB