Epson Home Cinema 980

Last updated: October 29, 2026

Epson Home Cinema 980
3.8/5#9 of 102 in 1080p and under projectors
3.8

A bright 1080p projector for living rooms and backyard movie nights where room light is hard to control. Add a streaming stick, since it has no apps of its own.

  • 4,000 ISO 21118Brightness
  • 1920 x 1080 (1080p)Native resolution
  • lampLight source
  • NoneStreaming
Check price at Amazon$799.99

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Pros
  • Very bright, holds up in a living room with lights on
  • Equal color and white brightness keeps colors rich
  • Optical zoom gives more freedom in where it sits
  • Two HDMI inputs and a two year warranty
Cons
  • No built-in apps, needs a streaming stick
  • Lamp needs replacing, unlike LED or laser models
  • No HDR and manual focus

How it scores

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Specifications

Model numberHome Cinema 980 (V11HB63020)
Picture
Brightness4,000 ISO 21118
Native resolution1920 x 1080 (1080p)
Picture resolution1080p
Display3LCD
Light sourcelamp
Light source life12,000 hours
Dynamic contrast16,000:1
Placement
ThrowStandard throw (1.2:1)
Largest image300 in
AutofocusNo
Auto keystoneYes
Obstacle avoidanceNo
Auto screen fitNo
Optical zoom1.2x
Streaming and gaming
Built-in appsNone
HDMI ports2
Speakers2 W
Build
BatteryNone
Fan noise37 dB
Power349 W
Dimensions12.2 x 11.1 x 4.2 in
Weight6.8 lb
Warranty2 years
Released2025-08

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