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BenQ GP100A vs ViewSonic M2W

BenQ GP100A is brighter and sharper. ViewSonic M2W is $50 cheaper, quieter and lighter.

BenQ GP100AMSRP $749
ViewSonic M2WMSRP $699
Key differences
White light outputANSI
1,000 lm ANSI700 lm ANSI
Native resolution
1080p (1920 × 1080)WXGA (1280 × 800)
Throw ratio
1.19:11.2:1
Lowest input lag
26.5 msDerived—
HDR formats
HDR10, HLG—
Fan noise
Normal 28 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A)Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A)
MSRP
$749$699
Room fit
Distance to screen
2.6 m2.6 m
Picture
White light outputANSI
1,000 lm ANSI700 lm ANSI
Claimed brightness (non-standard)
—1,700 lm (LED lumens)
Imaging technology
DLPDLP
Chip / panel diagonal
0.33 in0.45 in
Native resolution
1080p (1920 × 1080)WXGA (1280 × 800)
Native aspect
16:9Derived16:10Derived
Dynamic contrast
100,000:130,000,000:1
Colour gamut
Rec. 709 97% · DCI-P3 90%Rec. 709 125%
Colour bit depth (per channel)
8 bit10 bit
Colour temperature presets
—D93, D65, Custom
HDR formats
HDR10, HLG—
Colour management (CMS)
—6-axis
Picture mode memories
—2
3D
NoYes
3D formats
—Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential
Light source
Light source
LEDLED
Emitter
—RGB LED
Light-source life
20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco30,000 h
Light output control
—Steps
Optics
Throw ratio
1.19:11.2:1
Image size
60–120 in24–150 in
Projection offset
100%—
Zoom
DigitalNone
Focal length
8.91 mm11.96 mm
Aperture (f-number)
1.71.7
Focus
MotorisedMotorised
Autofocus
YesYes
Autofocus runs
When movedWhen moved
Vertical lens shift
—None
Horizontal lens shift
—None
Vertical keystone
40°40°
Horizontal keystone
40°40°
Auto keystone
YesYes
Corner correction
—4-corner
Auto setup
Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidance—
Interchangeable lens
No—
Motion & gaming
Max input refresh
—1080p: 60 Hz
Input lag
1080p: 60 Hz 26.5 ms—
Inputs & control
HDMI inputs
HDMI 2.0 (ARC, HDCP 2.3) · HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.3, internal)HDMI 1.4 (HDCP 1.4)
Other video inputs
USB-C (DisplayPort)USB-C (DisplayPort)
Max input resolution
4K UHD1080p
USB media playback
YesYes
Horizontal scan
15–135 kHz30–97 kHz
Vertical scan
23–85 Hz24–85 Hz
Smart platform
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 4
Bluetooth
5.04.2
Smart platform
Android TV—
OS version
11—
Google-certified
Yes—
Storage
—16 GB
Netflix
Via dongleVia dongle
Casting
Chromecast built-in—
Audio
Speaker power
20 W6 W
Speakers
—2
Layout
2.1—
Tuned by
—Harman Kardon
Audio outputs
3.5 mm, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth3.5 mm, Bluetooth
HDMI audio return
ARCDerivedNoneDerived
Bluetooth speaker mode
—Yes
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)
169 × 214 × 193 mm225 × 225 × 57 mm
Weight
2,900 g1,350 g
Colours
White—
Orientations
Table, Ceiling, RearTable, Ceiling, Rear
Built-in stand
—Foot
Ceiling mount
—M4, screws ≤ 8 mm
Tripod socket
Yes—
Environment & power
Operating temperature
0–40°C0–40°C
Operating humidity
10–90%RH0–90%RH
Altitude
2,000 m · high-altitude modeHigh-altitude mode
Power draw
120 W71 W
Standby
Up to 0.5 WUp to 0.5 W
Power supply
External adapterExternal adapter
Mains input
100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
DC input
19 V19 V
USB-C PD in
100 WOver 45 W
USB-C PD out
18 W—
Fan noise
Normal 28 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A)Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A)
Safety & support
Risk group
—RG2
Eye-protection sensor
Yes—
Marks
—CE, FCC
Warranty
3 yr3 yr
User manual
https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR/UserManual/GP100/UM_EN_240325103000.pdfhttps://www.viewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/projector/M2W/M2W_UG_ENG.pdf
In the box
In the box
Power cord, Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Streaming donglePower cord, Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, USB cable, Carry case
Remote
VoiceIR