Description
If your lounge has windows, downlights or a TV-style "lights on" viewing habit, the Optoma HD39HDR is one of the easiest projectors to live with. It throws a big, bright image that holds up in rooms where most home projectors look washed out, which makes it a genuine big-screen alternative to a TV for gaming, sport and everyday watching.
4,500 lumens means you don't have to dim the room
Brightness is the whole point of this model. At 4,500 lumens it stays punchy with curtains open or a lamp on, so you can put on the football or a game in the afternoon without blacking out the room first. That flexibility is what reviewers keep coming back to, and it's the main reason we recommend it to families who want a projector that behaves more like a TV.
Built for gaming and fast sport
The HD39HDR has a proper Enhanced Gaming Mode with 8.4ms input lag at 1080p 120Hz. In plain terms, that responsiveness is close to what you'd get from a gaming TV, and independent testers have rated it highly for exactly this. Fast shooters, racing and live sport stay sharp and connected-feeling rather than laggy, which is rare at this price.
Full HD picture with 4K and HDR input support
The native resolution is Full HD 1080p, and it accepts 4K UHD and HDR10 signals over HDMI, then displays them at 1080p. It covers the Rec.709 colour gamut with ISF calibration support, so colours look natural and cinematic. Be clear-eyed about what this is: a bright, sharp 1080p projector, not a native-4K cinema unit, and HDR gives a modest lift rather than a dramatic one. For its job - bright-room entertainment - that's the right set of priorities.
Easy to set up and move around
At 3.5 kg it's light enough to mount permanently or shift between rooms, and a 1.3x zoom plus vertical keystone make it forgiving to position. The throw ratio of 1.12 to 1.47:1 fills a 100" screen from roughly 2.5 to 3.2 m, so it suits normal-sized Australian living rooms. A USB power output runs a streaming stick directly, and the built-in 10W speaker means you can have it working out of the box before adding a soundbar.
Long-life lamp, low running fuss
The lamp is rated up to 15,000 hours in its most efficient mode, so for typical household use you're looking at many years before a replacement. Combined with the bright output, that makes it a cost-effective pick for a projector that gets used daily rather than just for movie nights.
The HD39HDR makes most sense if you want a big, bright, responsive screen for gaming, sport and casual viewing in a room you can't fully darken. If you're chasing reference-grade colour and deep blacks in a dedicated dark theatre, a native-4K model is the better path - but for lights-on fun, this is a hard one to beat for the money. It comes with a 2-year Optoma Australia warranty and our local support.
| Optoma HD39HDR Projector | Throw Ratio: 1.12 ~ 1.47:1 |
| Screen Size | Installation Distance |
| 92″ (204×115cm) | 2.3m – 3.0m |
| 100″ (221×125cm) | 2.5m – 3.2m |
| 110″ (244×137cm) | 2.8m – 3.5m |
| 120″ (266×149cm) | 3.0m – 3.9m |
| 130″ (288×161cm) | 3.3m – 4.0m |
Key Features
- 4,500 lumens brightness
- 50,000:1 contrast ratio
- Full HD 1080p resolution
- Vertical keystone correction
- Rec.709 colour gamut accuracy
- ISF calibration & 24fps support
- 8.4ms low input lag (Enhanced Gaming Mode)
- 2× HDMI inputs
- Built-in 10W speaker
- 3D capability
- Lamp life up to 15,000 hours
- 2 Years Optoma Australia warranty
Overview
The Optoma HD39HDR delivers incredible brightness with 4,500 lumens and a high 50,000:1 contrast ratio, making it ideal for home cinema and gaming. Flexible installation is possible with its 1.3x zoom and keystone correction.
It accepts 4K UHD and HDR input through HDMI 2.0, producing cinematic colour accuracy with Rec.709 and sRGB profiles. Gamers will appreciate the Enhanced Gaming Mode with 120Hz refresh rate and lightning-fast 8.4ms response time.
With a built-in 10W speaker, long lamp life, and robust connectivity, the HD39HDR is a complete home entertainment solution.
Technology
DLP Technology®
Texas Instruments’ DLP® delivers sharp, high-contrast images with excellent pixel structure and virtually no colour degradation.
Amazing Colour
Capable of reproducing the Rec.709 gamut, ensuring accurate cinematic colour reproduction as intended by the director.
HDR & 4K Input
Supports HDR10 signals for brighter whites and deeper blacks, plus 4K UHD (3840×2160) input compatibility.
Enhanced Gaming Mode
Optimised for low latency gaming, delivering 8.4ms response time at 1080p 120Hz.
Convenience Features
- Direct Power On & Signal Power On
- USB power output for HDMI streaming sticks
- RS-232 control for integration
- Dynamic Black technology for deeper contrast
- Integrated speaker for easy setup
Detailed Specifications
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 native, 4:3 compatible |
|---|---|
| Brightness | 4,500 ANSI lumens |
| Contrast Ratio | 50,000:1 |
| Resolution | 1080p (1920×1080) native, supports up to 4K UHD via HDMI 2.0 |
| Keystone Correction | ±40° Vertical |
| Throw Ratio | 1.12 – 1.47:1 |
| Zoom | 1.3x optical |
| Light Source | 245W Lamp |
| Lamp Life | 4,000 / 10,000 / 15,000 hours (Bright/Eco/Dynamic) |
| Speakers | 1× 10W |
| Connectivity | HDMI 2.0, HDMI 1.4a, VGA in/out, audio in/out, USB-A power, RS-232 |
| Weight | 3.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 31.5 × 24 × 11.4 cm |
| Noise Level | 26 dB |
| Power Consumption | 325W max (Bright), 225W max (Eco) |
Compatibility
| Computer Compatibility | VGA, SVGA, WXGA, SXGA, UXGA, WUXGA, 1080p |
|---|---|
| Video Compatibility | PAL, SECAM, NTSC, 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i/p |
| 3D Support | Full 3D, compatible with HDMI 1.4a 3D sources |
Physical
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 31.5 × 24 × 11.4 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 3.5 kg |
| Security | Kensington® lock port, password protection |