ASUS ProArt Projector A1 vs BenQ TK705STi
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 ASUS ProArt Projector A1 |  BenQ TK705STiMSRP $1,999 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | — |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.65 in | 0.47 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| Addressable resolution | — | 3840 × 2160 |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.3–1.56:1 | 0.8:1 |
| Projection distance table | 60″: 1.73–2.07 m · 70″: 2.01–2.42 m · 80″: 2.3–2.76 m · 90″: 2.59–3.11 m · 95″: 2.73–3.28 m · 100″: 2.88–3.45 m · 120″: 3.45–4.14 m · 150″: 4.32–5.18 m | 50″: 0.89 m · 60″: 1.06 m · 70″: 1.24 m · 80″: 1.42 m · 90″: 1.59 m · 100″: 1.77 m · 110″: 1.95 m · 120″: 2.13 m · 130″: 2.3 m · 140″: 2.48 m · 150″: 2.66 m · 160″: 2.83 m |
| Zoom type | — | Digital |
| Zoom ratio | 1.2× | 1× |
| Focus | Manual | Auto |
| Fixed offset | 83% | 100% |
| Focal length | — | 8.5 mm |
| F-number | — | 1.8 |
| Image size range | 40–200 in | 30–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -40–40° | -30–30° |
| Horizontal keystone | -40–40° | -20–20° |
| Corner / warp correction | 4pt | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | LED |
| Light source detail | R/G/B LED | 4LED |
| Light source life | Max: 30,000 h | Normal: 20,000 h · Eco: 30,000 h |
| Light-source dimming | — | Manual steps |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 3,000 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 800:1 | 600,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 98% | 98% |
| DCI-P3 gamut | 82% | — |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | Coverage |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | 30 bit |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | — |
| Greyscale control points | — | 11 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | — | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | — | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 120 Hz | — |
| Input lag (rated) | — | 1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 5 ms · 3840×2160 @ 60 Hz: 5 ms |
| Auto low-latency mode | — | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 16 W |
| Speaker count | — | 2 |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth |
| HDMI ARC | — | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio out | — | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0 | HDMI-1: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.2; HDMI-2: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.2 |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–101 kHz | 15–102 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | 24–120 Hz | 23–120 Hz |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | — | Yes |
| VGA input | Yes | — |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| RS-232 | Yes | — |
| 12 V trigger | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth version | — | 5.2 |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | — | Google TV |
| OS version | — | Android 11 |
| Netflix | — | Native |
| Casting | — | Chromecast built-in |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | — |
| 3D sync method | DLP-Link | — |
| 3D formats | Frame sequential, Frame packing, Top-bottom, Side-by-side | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | — | When moved |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | — | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | — | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | — | Yes |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Standard: 32 dB(A) · Eco: 28 dB(A) | Normal: 28 dB(A) · Eco: 24 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–90%RH | 10–90%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | — | 2,000 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear, Tilt-limited |
| Rated voltage | — | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | — | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 370 W | 250 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Networked standby power | — | 2 W |
| Power supply | — | External brick |
| USB-C PD output | — | 30 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 405 mm | 229 mm |
| Depth | 283 mm | 250 mm |
| Height | 99 mm | 168 mm |
| Weight | 5.7 kg | 3.8 kg |
| Colours / finishes | Black | — |
| Mount hole pattern | — | Thread: M4 |
| Tripod socket | — | Yes |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | — |
| Safety & market certifications | FCC | — |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | — | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| User manual | https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/Projectors/A1/E18284_ProArt_A1_LED_Projector_EM_WEB.pdf | https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR%20FOR%20CONSUMER/UserManual/TK705STi/TK705STi_UM_EN_260316112414.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Hdmi cable, Power cord, Remote control, Wifi dongle, Carrying bag, Aaa batteries, Calibration report, Quick start guide, Warranty card | Projector, Remote, Power adapter, Power cord, User documents |
| Remote type | — | Voice |