Projector vs. Monitor — What's the Difference?

A device that enlarges and throws an image onto a screen.

A screen used to display output from a computer or video source.

An apparatus for projecting a motion picture onto a screen.

A person or device that observes or checks something regularly.

A device that casts forward a beam of light.

One that admonishes, cautions, or reminds, especially with respect to matters of conduct.

An instrument to cast geometric figures onto a plain surface.

A pupil who assists a teacher in routine duties.

A projector or image projector is an optical device that projects an image (or moving images) onto a surface, commonly a projection screen. Most projectors create an image by shining a light through a small transparent lens, but some newer types of projectors can project the image directly, by using lasers.

A usually electronic device used to record, regulate, or control a process or system.

A device for projecting a beam of light.

A video display or speaker used in a production studio to check audio or video quality

A device that projects an image onto a screen or other surface.

(Computers)A device that accepts video signals from a computer and displays information on a screen; a video display.

One who devises plans or projects.

(Computers)A program that observes, supervises, or controls the activities of other programs.

Someone who devises or suggests a project; a proposer or planner of something.

An articulated device holding a rotating nozzle with which a jet of water is regulated, used in mining and firefighting.

An optical device that projects a beam of light, especially one used to project an image (or moving images) onto a screen.

A heavily ironclad warship of the 19th century with a low, flat deck and one or more gun turrets.

(psychology) One who projects, or ascribes his/her own feelings to others.

A modern warship designed for coastal bombardment.

(maths) An operator that forms a projection.

See monitor lizard.

One who projects a scheme or design; hence, one who forms fanciful or chimerical schemes.

To check the quality or content of (an electronic audio or visual signal) by means of a receiver.

An optical instrument which projects an image from a transparency or an opaque image onto a projection screen or other surface, using an intense light and one or more lenses to focus the image. The term projector by itself is usually used for projection of transparent images by passing the light beam through the image; a projector which projects an image of an opaque object is now ususally referred to as an overhead projector. In projection of this latter form the projection is accomplished by means of a combination of lenses with a prism and a mirror or reflector. Specific instruments have been called by different names, such as balopticon, radiopticon, radiopticon, mirrorscope, etc.

To check by means of an electronic receiver for significant content, such as military, political, or illegal activity

An optical device for projecting a beam of light

To keep track of systematically with a view to collecting information

An optical instrument that projects an enlarged image onto a screen

To test or sample, especially on a regular or ongoing basis

A machine that displays graphics or text onto a surface.

To keep close watch over; supervise

To direct.

To act as a monitor.

Someone who watches over something; a person in charge of something or someone.

A device that detects and informs on the presence, quantity, etc., of something.

(computing) A device similar to a television set used as to give a graphical display of the output from a computer.

A studio monitor or loudspeaker.

(computing) A program for viewing and editing.

A student leader in a class.

(nautical) One of a class of relatively small armored warships with only one or two turrets (but often carrying unusually large guns for a warship of its size), usually designed for shore bombardment or riverine warfare rather than open-ocean combat. from 1862

(archaic) An ironclad.

A monitor lizard.

(obsolete) One who admonishes; one who warns of faults, informs of duty, or gives advice and instruction by way of reproof or caution.

(engineering) A tool holder, as for a lathe, shaped like a low turret, and capable of being revolved on a vertical pivot so as to bring the several tools successively into position.

A monitor nozzle.

(transitive) To watch over; to guard.

One who admonishes; one who warns of faults, informs of duty, or gives advice and instruction by way of reproof or caution.

Hence, specifically, a pupil selected to look to the school in the absence of the instructor, to notice the absence or faults of the scholars, or to instruct a division or class.

Any large Old World lizard of the genus Varanus; esp., the Egyptian species (Varanus Niloticus), which is useful because it devours the eggs and young of the crocodile. It is sometimes five or six feet long.

An ironclad war vessel, very low in the water, and having one or more heavily-armored revolving turrets, carrying heavy guns.

A tool holder, as for a lathe, shaped like a low turret, and capable of being revolved on a vertical pivot so as to bring successively the several tools in holds into proper position for cutting.

A monitor nozzle.

Display consisting of a device that takes signals from a computer and displays them on a CRT screen

Someone who supervises (an examination)

Someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided

An iron-clad vessel built by Federal forces to do battle with the Merrimac

Electronic equipment that is used to check the quality or content of electronic transmissions

A piece of electronic equipment that keeps track of the operation of a system continuously and warns of trouble

Any of various large tropical carnivorous lizards of Africa and Asia and Australia; fabled to warn of crocodiles

Keep tabs on; keep an eye on; keep under surveillance

A heavily armored warship with turrets.

A lizard of a family that includes the komodo dragon.

A tool or instrument used for monitoring radio or transmission signals.

A projector is commonly used to display visuals onto a large screen or wall for group viewings.

Yes, with appropriate input sources like a streaming device or DVD player, a projector can function as a TV.

Prolonged exposure can strain the eyes, but using monitors with blue light filters and taking regular breaks can help.

Resolution, refresh rate, size, and connectivity options are key features to consider.

Some monitors do have built-in speakers, but not all.

The cost varies, but high-quality projector bulbs can be relatively expensive.

Yes, if the monitor has appropriate input connections and built-in speakers or an audio output.

You can connect using various cables like HDMI, VGA, or USB, depending on the projector's inputs.

Curved monitors can offer a more immersive viewing experience, especially for gaming or wide-screen content.

Projectors are often best viewed in dim or dark conditions, as too much ambient light can wash out the image.

Yes, with a 3D-capable projector and 3D glasses, you can watch 3D content.

Yes, many modern projectors can display in HD or even 4K resolution.

Projectors can display larger images, making content visible to larger audiences.

No, only touch-screen monitors support touch functionality.

A refresh rate of 144Hz or higher is typically preferred for gaming.