News Summary

• TVs and projectors nowadays generally fall within similar price ranges per size and quality level.
• Basic projectors have an edge over standard TVs, however, in terms of the average cost to run them.
• Projectors may come with added expenses if you opt to purchase accessories like a screen or blackout curtains for your home theater.
• Modern TVs can last anywhere from 5 to 10 years – give or take the model, functionality, and usage.
• Some projectors generally last the same amount of time, though traditional lamps and bulbs often require replacements after 1 to 2 years of use, and often cost $100 to $400 to replace.