Television 100” or projector – which is better? We check in practice!

Once, the choice was simple — a television for the lounge, a projector for the home cinema. Today, as 100-inch televisions have become a reality, and projectors can offer full 4K and HDR, the line between them is starting to blur. We checked what really provides a better image in everyday use.

Dark room? The projector shows class

In complete darkness, the top JVC projector can mesmerise. The depth of black and contrast is impressive – especially in films where atmosphere matters. Shadows in night scenes, soft tonal transitions, and the cinematic quality of the image – this is something no television can deliver one hundred percent.

By day – the television has a crushing advantage

However, just switch on the light and the magic disappears. In a bright room, the television shines – literally. Over 1000 nits of brightness versus 60–250 nits from a projector is a chasm. HDR effects, contrast and detail in bright areas of the image perform significantly better on the television.

There isn't a single answer to this. Projectors win on viewing angles – no matter where you sit, the image looks the same. But sharpness, especially with dynamic scenes, remains the domain of the television. In sports or gaming, both technologies perform well when we talk about models 120 Hz and above.

Contrary to appearances, projectors are not always less saturated. With the right calibration, they can deliver an image that is just as vivid and natural. However, televisions have the advantage in precision and consistency of colours – their colour reproduction in movie modes can be exemplary.

Here, the projector has no competition. Televisions max out at 100 inches – and they cost a fortune. Meanwhile, with a projector, you can create an image 140, or even 150 inches. It's an experience that no screen can replace.

Verdict

The projector delivers cinematic emotions and an impressive size, but it requires the right conditions: darkening, distance, and a well-prepared surface. The 100” television, on the other hand, offers convenience, HDR quality, and sharpness that most projectors cannot achieve.

And you — do you prefer the realistic quality of the television or the cinematic atmosphere of the projector?