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BenQ GP500 vs Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K

BenQ GP500 is $1,210 cheaper and broader on HDR. Nebula Cosmos Laser 4K is brighter, quieter and lighter.

BenQ GP500$789.99 · Amazon · Used
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Nebula Cosmos Laser 4KMSRP $1,999.99
Key differences
White light outputANSI
1,500 lm ANSI2,200 lm ANSI
Native resolution
1080p (1920 × 1080)—
Throw ratio
1–1.3:11.27:1
Lowest input lag
25 msDerived—
HDR formats
HDR10, HLGHDR10
Light source
LEDLaser (phosphor)
Fan noise
Normal 30 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A)28 dB(A)
MSRP
$1,799$1,999.99
Best price
$789.99—
Room fit
Distance to screen
2.2–2.9 m2.8 m
Picture
White light outputANSI
1,500 lm ANSI2,200 lm ANSI
Imaging technology
DLPDLP
Chip / panel diagonal
0.47 in—
Native resolution
1080p (1920 × 1080)—
Native aspect
16:9Derived16:9Derived
Pixel shift
XPR 4-wayYes (scheme not stated)
Addressable resolution
4K UHD (3840 × 2160)4K UHD (3840 × 2160)
Dynamic contrast
100,000:11,500,000:1
Dynamic contrast method
Light-source dimming—
Colour gamut
Rec. 709 97% coverage · DCI-P3 90% coverage—
Colour bit depth (per channel)
10 bit8 bit
Gamma / EOTF presets
2.2, 2.4, 2.6—
HDR formats
HDR10, HLGHDR10
Colour management (CMS)
6-axisNone
3D
YesYes
3D formats
Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequentialSide-by-side, Top-bottom
3D glasses sync
—DLP-Link
Light source
Light source
LEDLaser (phosphor)
Emitter
—Blue laser + phosphor
Light engine
—ALPD 3.0
Light-source life
20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco25,000 h
Optics
Throw ratio
1–1.3:11.27:1
Image size
40–200 in60–150 in
Projection offset
100%—
Zoom
OpticalDigital
Zoom ratio
1.3×Derived—
Focal length
10.6–13.7 mm—
Aperture (f-number)
1.8–1.85—
Focus
—Motorised
Autofocus
YesYes
Autofocus runs
—When moved
Vertical keystone
40°—
Horizontal keystone
40°—
Auto keystone
YesYes
Auto setup
Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidanceFit to screen, Obstacle avoidance
Interchangeable lens
—No
Motion & gaming
Frame interpolation (MEMC)
Yes—
Input lag
1080p: 60 Hz 25 ms · 120 Hz 28 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 25 ms—
Inputs & control
HDMI inputs
HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) · HDMI 2.0 (ARC, HDCP 2.2) · HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2, internal)HDMI 2.0
Max input resolution
4K UHD4K UHD
USB media playback
—Yes
Horizontal scan
15–135 kHz—
Vertical scan
23–120 Hz—
Smart platform
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5Wi-Fi 5
Bluetooth
4.25.0
Ethernet
No—
Smart platform
Android TVAndroid TV
OS version
1010
RAM
—2 GB
Storage
—16 GB
Netflix
—Built in
Casting
Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2Chromecast built-in
Audio
Speaker power
20 W30 W
Speakers
44
Tuned by
treVolo—
Audio outputs
3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI ARC, Bluetooth3.5 mm
HDMI audio return
ARCDerivedNoneDerived
Bluetooth speaker mode
YesYes
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)
260 × 267 × 183 mm—
Weight
5,400 g4,850 g
Orientations
Ceiling, RearTable, Ceiling, Rear
Tripod socket
—Yes
Exhaust
—Side
Environment & power
Operating temperature
0–40°C0–35°C
Operating humidity
10–90%RH—
Power draw
Max 180 WMax 200 W
Standby
Up to 0.5 WUp to 0.5 W
Power supply
—Built in
Mains input
100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
Fan noise
Normal 30 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A)28 dB(A)
Safety & support
Laser class
—Class 1
Risk group
—RG1
Eye-protection sensor
—Yes
Marks
—FCC
Warranty
3 yr1 yr
User manual
https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR/UserManual/GP500/GP500_UM_EN_221018160814.pdfhttps://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_11829.pdf
In the box
In the box
Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty cardPower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Streaming dongle
Remote
IR · Bluetooth—
BenQ GP500$789.99 · Amazon · Used
Buy
Nebula Cosmos Laser 4KMSRP $1,999.99