BenQ GP520 vs BenQ W2720i

BenQ GP520 is quieter and lighter. BenQ W2720i is better for gaming.

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Key differences
White light outputANSI
2,600 lm ANSI2,500 lm ANSI
Native resolution
—1080p (1920 × 1080)
Throw ratio
1.2:11–1.3:1
Lowest input lag
17.9 msDerived6.5 msDerived
Fan noise
Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A)Normal 28 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A)
MSRP
$1,499$1,999
Best price
—$1,459.99
Room fit
Distance to screen
2.7 m2.2–2.9 m
Picture
White light outputANSI
2,600 lm ANSI2,500 lm ANSI
Imaging technology
DLPDLP
Chip / panel diagonal
0.47 in0.47 in
Native resolution
—1080p (1920 × 1080)
Native aspect
16:9Derived16:9Derived
Pixel shift
—XPR 4-way
Addressable resolution
4K UHD (3840 × 2160)4K UHD (3840 × 2160)
Dynamic contrast
200,000:12,000,000:1
Dynamic contrast method
Light-source dimmingLight-source dimming
Colour gamut
Rec. 709 98% coverage · DCI-P3 81% coverageRec. 709 98% coverage · DCI-P3 90% coverage
Colour bit depth (per channel)
10 bit10 bit
HDR formats
HDR10, HDR10+, HLGHDR10, HDR10+, HLG
Tone mapping
—Adjustable
Colour management (CMS)
—6-axis
Greyscale control points
—11
Picture certifications
—ISF, Filmmaker Mode
3D
YesYes
3D formats
Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottomFrame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential
3D glasses sync
—DLP-Link
Light source
Light source
LEDLED
Emitter
—4-channel LED
Light-source life
20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco · 20,000 h dynamic
Cool-down time
—90 s
Optics
Throw ratio
1.2:11–1.3:1
Image size
50–180 in30–200 in
Projection offset
100%100%
Zoom
DigitalOptical
Zoom ratio
—1.3×Derived
Focal length
12.62 mm10.55–13.68 mm
Aperture (f-number)
1.71.8–1.85
Focus
—Manual
Autofocus
YesNo
Autofocus runs
When moved—
Vertical lens shift
—±5%
Motorised lens shift
—No
Vertical keystone
40°30°
Horizontal keystone
40°30°
Auto keystone
YesYes
Corner correction
—8-point
Auto setup
Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidanceFit to screen
Motion & gaming
Native 24p
—Yes (even multiple)
Frame interpolation (MEMC)
YesYes
Max input refresh
—1080p: 240 Hz
Input lag
1080p: 60 Hz 17.9 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 17.9 ms1080p: 60 Hz 17.9 ms · 120 Hz 12.8 ms · 240 Hz 6.5 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 17.9 ms
Gaming features
ALLMALLM
Inputs & control
HDMI inputs
HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) · HDMI 2.1 (eARC, HDCP 2.3)2 × HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) · HDMI 2.1 (eARC, HDCP 2.3)
Other video inputs
USB-C (DisplayPort)—
Max input resolution
4K UHD4K UHD
USB media playback
YesYes
Control ports
—RS-232, 12 V trigger
Horizontal scan
15–135 kHz15–270 kHz
Vertical scan
23–240 Hz23–240 Hz
Smart platform
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6—
Bluetooth
5.2—
Smart platform
Google TVAndroid TV
OS version
11—
Netflix
Built inVia dongle
Casting
Chromecast built-inChromecast built-in
Audio
Speaker power
24 W10 W
Speakers
22
Layout
StereoStereo
Audio formats
Dolby AudioDolby Atmos
Audio outputs
3.5 mm, HDMI eARC3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI eARC
HDMI audio return
eARCDerivedeARCDerived
Bluetooth speaker mode
Yes—
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)
241 × 225 × 151 mm420 × 305 × 143 mm
Weight
3,700 g6,400 g
Orientations
Table, Ceiling, RearTable, Ceiling, Rear
Ceiling mount
M4, 7 mm deep4 × M4, 8–11 mm screws
Tripod socket
Yes—
Environment & power
Operating temperature
0–40°C0–40°C
Operating humidity
10–90%RH10–90%RH
Altitude
2,000 m · high-altitude mode3,000 m · high-altitude mode
Power draw
Max 250 W · Normal 186 WMax 241 W · Normal 183 W · Eco 133 W
Standby
Up to 0.5 WUp to 0.5 W
Networked standby
Up to 2 W—
Power supply
External adapter—
Mains input
100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
USB-C PD out
18 W—
Fan noise
Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A)Normal 28 dB(A) · Eco 26 dB(A)
Safety & support
Eye-protection sensor
Yes—
Warranty
3 yr3 yr (light source 3 yr or 20,000 h)
User manual
https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR%20FOR%20CONSUMER/UserManual/GP520/GP520_UM_EN_260324150604.pdfhttps://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR%20FOR%20CONSUMER/UserManual/W2720/UM_EN_260721092922.pdf
In the box
In the box
Power cord, Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteriesPower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Lens cap, Streaming dongle
Remote
BluetoothBluetooth
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