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Vivitek Qumi Q5

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User ratings:
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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Pros

  • picture quality is impressive for such a small device
  • long lasting and power efficient
  • The projector is easy to set up and operate

Cons

  • lack of support for direct-to-projector files via the USB port is
  • The user interface is too basic and not smooth
  • it takes a very short time for the projector to warm up

Key specs

  • DLP
  • 30, 90 in
  • 1280, 800 px
  • 500 lm
  • yes
  • 1, 3 m
  • 30000 h
  • , 36 dB

Vivitek Qumi Q5 - Pros & Cons

Vivitek Qumi Q5

Pros

  • picture quality is impressive for such a small device
  • long lasting and power efficient
  • The projector is easy to set up and operate
  • The small projector is very versatile when it comes to mounting options
  • fast boot time
  • decent image quality
  • and no-frills interface
  • Pretty impressive for something that can fit into a briefcase
  • The compact size is great
  • Solid text quality in our tests

Cons

  • lack of support for direct-to-projector files via the USB port is
  • The user interface is too basic and not smooth
  • it takes a very short time for the projector to warm up
  • projector had a built-in SD card slot
  • small frame and having clutter everywhere
  • noisy and soft
  • It lacks a stand and adjustable feet
  • you have to purchase extra items to get a perfect setup is a bit disappointing
  • the Wi-Fi dongle needs to be purchased separately is disappointing
  • spacing of the buttons were a bit awry
  • Qumi does not have an actual stand

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Vivitek Qumi Q5 - Full Specifications

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General
Projector typeDLP
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Design
Design typePortable projector
Portableyes
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Red
  • White
  • Yellow
Built-in displayno
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Dimensions
Width6.3 in
Height4.03 in
Depth1.27 in
Weight1.08 lb
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Lighting
Type of lampLED
Lamp life max (normal)30000.0 h
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Decoders
Supported audio files
  • MP3
  • WAV
Supported image files
  • BMP
  • GIF
  • JPEG/JPG
  • PNG
Supported video files
  • DIVX
  • AVC/H.264
  • MPEG4
  • WMV
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Communication
Ethernet connectionno
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
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Storage
Compatible memory cards
  • microSD
  • microSDHC
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Power
Operational Power Consumption (min-max)< 65
Power consumption (typical)65.0 W
Power consumption (standby)0.5 W
Separate power connector (mains)Via AC adapter
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Connectivity
Analog 3.5mm outputyes
Component input (YPbPr/YCbCr)no
Composite inputyes
DisplayPortno
DVI inno
HDMIyes
HDMI version1.3
Number of HDMI inputs1
HDCPno
Number of headphone outputs1
Microphone inputno
USByes
USB connector typeUSB Type-A
USB 2.01
Number of VGA (D-Sub) ports1
AC (power) inputyes
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Technical details
Noise level< 36
Noise level (economic mode)28.0 dB
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Optics
Lens shiftno
Throw ratio< 1.55
Zoom ratioFixed
Projection distance1 - 3
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Image
Screen size30 - 90
Screen size compatibility30 - 90
Resolution1280 x 800 px
Supported graphics resolutions
  • 1280 x 800
  • 1600 x 1200
Native aspect ratio16:10
Aspect ratio
  • 4:3
  • 16:9
Brightness (max)500.0 lm
Contrast ratio10000:1
Dynamic contrast10000:1
Video formats supported
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 480i
  • 480p
  • 720p
Noise reductionyes
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Features
Handheld remote controlyes
Memory card readerno
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Compatibility
3D support (3D-Ready)yes
Glasses includedno
HD readyyes
Full HD (HD ready 1080p)yes
HDRno
Analog signal format system
  • NTSC
  • NTSC 4.43
  • PAL
  • PAL 60
  • PAL B
  • PAL G
  • PAL H
  • PAL I
  • PAL M
  • PAL N
  • SECAM
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Audio features
Built-in speakersyes
Number of built-in speakers1
RMS rated power2.0 W

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Vivitek Qumi Q5 Vivitek - Editorial Reviews (9)

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Vivitek Qumi Q5 Vivitek QUMI Q5
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Published: 09.04.2014
Vivitek QUMI Q5
3.0

This pocket projector certainly has style, but does it also have substance?

Vivitek Qumi Q5 Vivitek Qumi Q5-RD review
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TechRadar
Published: 23.02.2015
Vivitek Qumi Q5-RD review
2.5

A portable but robust projector

Vivitek Qumi Q5 Vivitek Qumi Q5 Projector Is Perfect for Your Home or On the Go
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GearDiary
Published: 12.06.2015
Vivitek Qumi Q5 Projector Is Perfect for Your Home or On the Go

Even as a child I was a fan of drive-in movie theatres, the big screen, and the projected movie more importantly. So when I grew up and it was time to buy a television, I

Vivitek Qumi Q5 Vivitek Qumi Q5 Projector (Hardware) Review
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CGMagazine
Published: 27.07.2015
Vivitek Qumi Q5 Projector (Hardware) Review
4.0

The first thing we did with the Qumi was hook up the Xbox 360 and project it onto the nearest wall for a multiplayer bout of Terraria.

Vivitek Qumi Q5 The Qumi Q5 Projector: I Reviewed It, and I Still Use It!
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GearDiary
Published: 20.08.2015
The Qumi Q5 Projector: I Reviewed It, and I Still Use It!

If you guys all read my initial review of Vivitek's Qumi Q5, you'll be excited to know that Vivitek allowed me to hold on to the Qumi for another month to further test it out. Ironically

Vivitek Qumi Q5 CGMagazine
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CGMagazine

The first thing we did with the Qumi was hook up the Xbox 360 and project it onto the nearest wall for a multiplayer bout of Terraria.

Vivitek Qumi Q5 Vivitek Qumi Q5 Review - Projector Reviews by MobileTechReview
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Vivitek Qumi Q5 4 mini projectors: A show wherever you go
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Computerworld
Published: 31.01.2017
4 mini projectors: A show wherever you go

With one of these palm-sized LED projectors in your bag, you’re always ready to give a quick presentation or show a video.

Vivitek Qumi Q5 Vivitek Qumi Q5 Review
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PCMAG
Published: 29.06.2015
Vivitek Qumi Q5 Review
3.0

The Vivitek Qumi Q5 is a handsome, highly portable, DLP-based LED projector with a good range of connection choices.

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