BenQ GP520 vs JVC DLA-NZ8
 BenQ GP520MSRP $1,499 |  JVC DLA-NZ8MSRP $15,999.95 | |
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| Key differences | ||
| White light output | 2,600 lm ANSI | — |
| Native resolution | — | DCI 4K (4096 × 2160) |
| Native contrast (on/off) | — | 80,000:1 |
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.43–2.92:1 |
| Lowest input lag | 17.9 msDerived | — |
| Light source | LED | Laser (phosphor) |
| Fan noise | Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A) | Eco 24 dB(A) |
| Price | MSRP $1,499 | MSRP $15,999.95 |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 2.7 m | 3.2–6.6 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | 2,600 lmDerived | — |
| White light output | 2,600 lm ANSI | — |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | — | 2,500 lm |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | LCoS |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.69 in |
| Panel alignment | — | Zone-by-zone |
| On-screen resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160)Derived | 8192 × 4320Derived |
| Native resolution | — | DCI 4K (4096 × 2160) |
| Native aspect | 16:9Derived | 17:9Derived |
| Pixel shift | — | 8K e-shift |
| Addressable resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) | 8192 × 4320 |
| Contrast | ||
| Native contrast (on/off) | — | 80,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast | 200,000:1 | — |
| Dynamic contrast method | Light-source dimming | Light-source dimming |
| Manual iris | — | Yes |
| Colour | ||
| Colour gamut | Rec. 709 98% coverage · DCI-P3 81% coverage | — |
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | 10 bit | 12 bit |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | — | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, Custom |
| Colour temperature presets | — | D93, D65, D55, Custom |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| Tone mapping | — | Dynamic |
| Tone mapping (maker name) | — | Frame Adapt HDR |
| Calibration | ||
| Colour management (CMS) | — | 6-axis |
| Auto-calibration | — | Sensor supported |
| Picture certifications | — | ISF, Filmmaker Mode |
| 3D | ||
| 3D | Yes | Yes |
| 3D formats | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom |
| 3D glasses sync | — | RF |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | LED | Laser (phosphor) |
| Emitter | — | Blue laser + phosphor |
| Light engine | — | BLU-Escent |
| Light-source life | 20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco | 20,000 h |
| Life defined as | — | 50% brightness |
| Light output control | — | Continuous |
| Warm-up time | — | 44.1 s |
| Cool-down time | — | 9.4 s |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.2:1 | 1.43–2.92:1 |
| Image size | 50–180 in | 60–200 in |
| Projection offset | 100% | — |
| Zoom | Digital | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | — | 2.04×Derived |
| Focal length | 12.62 mm | — |
| Aperture (f-number) | 1.7 | — |
| Focus | — | Motorised |
| Autofocus | Yes | — |
| Autofocus runs | When moved | — |
| Vertical lens shift | — | ±80% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | ±34% |
| Motorised lens shift | — | Yes |
| Lens memory slots | — | 10 |
| Vertical keystone | 40° | — |
| Horizontal keystone | 40° | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Auto setup | Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidance | — |
| Lens elements | — | 17 |
| Lens material | — | Glass |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Frame interpolation at 4K | — | Yes |
| Max input refresh | — | 1080p: 120 Hz · 4K UHD: 120 Hz · DCI 4K: 120 Hz · 8K: 60 Hz |
| Max refresh at 1080p | — | 120 HzDerived |
| Max refresh at 4K | — | 120 HzDerived |
| Input lag | 1080p: 60 Hz 17.9 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 17.9 ms | — |
| Lowest input lag | 17.9 msDerived | — |
| Input lag at 4K 60 Hz | 17.9 msDerived | — |
| Gaming features | ALLM | — |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) · HDMI 2.1 (eARC, HDCP 2.3) | 2 × HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3, 48 Gbps) |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 2Derived | 2Derived |
| Newest HDMI version | HDMI 2.1Derived | HDMI 2.1Derived |
| Other video inputs | USB-C (DisplayPort) | — |
| Max input resolution | 4K UHD | 8K |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| Control ports | — | RS-232, Wired IR, 12 V trigger |
| Control-system drivers | — | Control4 |
| Horizontal scan | 15–135 kHz | — |
| Vertical scan | 23–240 Hz | — |
| Smart platform | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | — |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Smart platform | Google TV | None |
| OS version | 11 | — |
| Netflix | Built in | — |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 24 W | — |
| Speakers | 2 | 0 |
| Layout | Stereo | — |
| Audio formats | Dolby Audio | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC | — |
| HDMI audio return | eARCDerived | — |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | Yes | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 241 × 225 × 151 mm | 500 × 505 × 234 mm |
| Weight | 3,700 g | 23,100 g |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Ceiling mount | M4, 7 mm deep | M5, 20–25 mm screws |
| Tripod socket | Yes | — |
| Exhaust | — | Front |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 5–35°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–90%RH | 20–80%RH |
| Altitude | 2,000 m · high-altitude mode | 2,000 m · high-altitude mode |
| Power draw | Max 250 W · Normal 186 W | 440 W |
| Standby | Up to 0.5 W | 0.3 W |
| Networked standby | Up to 2 W | 1.5 W |
| Power supply | External adapter | — |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| USB-C PD out | 18 W | — |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A) | Eco 24 dB(A) |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Laser class | — | Class 1 |
| Risk group | — | RG2 |
| Eye-protection sensor | Yes | — |
| Marks | — | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr | 3 yr |
| User manual | https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR%20FOR%20CONSUMER/UserManual/GP520/GP520_UM_EN_260324150604.pdf | https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-3961-41.pdf |
| Firmware | — | V300 |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | Power cord, + Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteries | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, + Quick start guide, + Warranty card, + Lens cap |
| Remote | Bluetooth | Backlit |