EH-TW7000

For a completely dark room with a 3.85 m throw and a 2.8 m screen, all three options can work, but prioritizing quiet operation and consistent image quality, the Epson EH-TW7000 seems like a solid pick. It’s reliable, delivers strong color accuracy, and generally runs quieter than the Optoma UHD38x, which has had some reported reliability issues. The ViewSonic PX701-4K shines in brighter rooms, so its advantage is less relevant here. If you’re open to slightly stretching the budget, some Dangbei 4K projectors are worth checking too, they offer excellent brightness, color, and low fan noise, plus solid build quality, making them beginner-friendly for home theaters.

I have been using [this](https://www.amazon.com/Epson-V11H961040-EH-TW7000-videoproiettore/dp/B07XTWF3XV?crid=2LQVE15SEIRAV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.u-iNuJHZUHF4JM-htf2VQuGtnrM-wxMJaYmykTOX2JSOwiHBmnOkQIKF38k6_AU8txam5MBRRSZruIyGHGVCU9tIPELPr9FUeQIKDya1hPHwpKdBGDqaZsljb1Bnz50EPQEtAyN7GYu1DmW6Zvw4qSxciiihhT9i22bDxf8G8vxnnEt3vEbtgrjuG0c4VaJMlslJNOnhBt7YXn8iyQm8tdUZhzn-nj1KrfZhXoCHz0M.SOjXq7Au7iMVl0opb5lnqO60dd1cZY9mMiTwI4XaZ_c&dib_tag=se&keywords=Epson+EH-TW7000%2C&qid=1750969033&sprefix=%2Caps%2C641&sr=8-2&linkCode=ll1&tag=grok43-20&linkId=fc849a5b6f8949a868716f7abbb5905e&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) version of the epson you have mentioned and it has been working great so far, I think it can be a good fit for your usecase

Looks like you are in Singapore. Not sure how easy replacement lamps will be, but I believe the W1120 is the HT2050a, which would make it one of my top choices overall. Better contrast than about anything else on the list with really solid overall performance. If using a high shelf, mount the projector upside down on the bottom of it. The Epson TW7000 (HC3200) is a very strong model for LCD and has extensive lens shift which may work better in your current setup. But, I'd lean towards the W1120 for overall image quality, motion handling, and gaming.

I have the US version of the EH-TW7000. It's indeed very bright and does well in ambient light. You'll want some amount of light control, like full curtains, but you don't have to sit in complete darkness to get a good picture. I'm not clear on why not having a warranty would affect bulb replacements. However, if you're concerned about the mercury ban, it might make sense to buy a replacement bulb as soon as possible to have on-hand. It would especially make it easier to resell in the future. What do you mean by filmmaker mode? Do you mean with no motion-smoothing and post-processing? All of that can be turned off.

I just picked up a tw7000 for £600 and it's great!

I use Sony projectors to avoid RBE and previously have happily used Epson projectors. The EH-TW7000 is a good option. Also, I recall reading somewhere on this or another subreddit that xenon HID lamps for projectors will not be subject to the European mercury ban. You should be fine in the future on that count, at least.

I had a wimius off Amazon for a while as a secondary screen before upgrading to a Epson TW7000 as the main screen. It's night and day difference and totally worth it. The cheap Chinese projectors don't have nearly as much detail clarity or brightness especially in the day

For what it's worth I really like my TW7000 - great contrast and brightness - I have no treatment in my room and can watch TV in the day too I can't see a noticeable difference when playing at 1080 vs upscaled 4k