ASUS ZenBeam S2 vs BenQ GV32

ASUS ZenBeam S2ASUS ZenBeam S2
MSRP $449
BenQ GV32
BenQ GV32
$549
Key differences
White light output—500 lm ANSI
Native resolution720p (1280 × 720)1080p (1920 × 1080)
Throw ratio1.12:11.2:1
Lowest input lag—22.4 msDerived
HDR formats—HDR10, HLG
Fan noiseNormal 32 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A)Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A)
PriceMSRP $449$549
Room fit
Distance to screen2.5 m2.7 m
Brightness
Rated brightness—500 lmDerived
White light output—500 lm ANSI
Claimed brightness (non-standard)500 lm—
Display system
Imaging technologyDLPDLP
Chip / panel diagonal0.3 in0.23 in
On-screen resolution720p (1280 × 720)Derived1080p (1920 × 1080)Derived
Native resolution720p (1280 × 720)1080p (1920 × 1080)
Native aspect16:9Derived16:9Derived
Contrast
Dynamic contrast4,000:1100,000:1
Colour
Colour gamut—Rec. 709 95% coverage
Colour bit depth (per channel)8 bitDerived8 bit
HDR
HDR formats—HDR10, HLG
3D
3DYesNo
Light source
Light sourceLEDLED
EmitterRGB LED—
Light-source life30,000 h max20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco
Light output control—Steps
Optics
Throw ratio1.12:11.2:1
Image size60–120 in30–120 in
Projection offset100%100%
ZoomNoneDigital
Focal length—6.28 mm
Aperture (f-number)—1.7
Focus—Motorised
AutofocusYesYes
Autofocus runs—When moved
Vertical keystone40°40°
Horizontal keystone—40°
Auto keystoneYesYes
Auto setup—Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidance
Motion & gaming
Input lag—1080p: 60 Hz 22.4 ms
Lowest input lag—22.4 msDerived
Inputs & control
HDMI inputsHDMIHDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.3)
HDMI inputs (count)1Derived1Derived
Newest HDMI version—HDMI 2.0Derived
Other video inputsUSB-C (DisplayPort)USB-C (DisplayPort)
Max input resolution1080p4K UHD
USB media playback—Yes
Horizontal scan37.8–79.9 kHz15–135 kHz
Vertical scan50–60 Hz22–62 Hz
Smart platform
Wi-Fi—Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth—5.0
Smart platform—Google TV
OS version—11
Security updates until—20 Mar 2027
Netflix—Built in
Casting—Chromecast built-in
Audio
Speaker power2 W18 W
Speakers12
Layout—2.1
Audio outputs3.5 mm3.5 mm, + HDMI ARC, + Bluetooth
HDMI audio returnNoneDerivedARCDerived
Bluetooth speaker mode—Yes
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)120 × 120 × 35 mm130 × 191 × 211 mm
Weight497 g1,600 g
ColoursWhite, Blue—
OrientationsTable, Ceiling, RearTable, Ceiling, Rear
Built-in stand—Stand, 135° tilt, 360° pan
Tripod socketYesYes
Environment & power
Operating temperature0–40°C0–35°C
Operating humidity20–90%RH10–90%RH
Altitude—2,000 m · high-altitude mode
Power drawUp to Max 65 W80 W
StandbyUp to 0.5 WUp to 0.5 W
Networked standby—Up to 2 W
Power supplyExternal adapterExternal adapter
Mains input—100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
USB-C PD in—100 W
USB-C PD out7.5 WDerived9 W
Battery runtimeUp to 210 min—
Noise
Fan noiseNormal 32 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A)Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A)
Safety & compliance
Eye-protection sensor—Yes
Marks—CE
Support & ownership
Warranty—3 yr
User manual—https://www.benq.com/en-us/support/downloads-faq/products/projector/gv32/manual.html
In the box
In the boxPower cord, + Power adapter, Remote, Quick start guide, Warranty card, + HDMI cable, + Carry casePower cord, Remote, + Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card
Remote—Voice