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BenQ GS50 vs Optoma ML1080UST

BenQ GS50 is better for gaming and quieter. Optoma ML1080UST is lighter and in stock.

BenQ GS50MSRP $799
Optoma ML1080UST$785 · Amazon
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Key differences
White light output
500 lm ANSI650 lm ISO
Throw ratio
1.21:10.18:1
Lowest input lag
22.7 msDerived27 msDerived
Light source
LEDRGB triple laser
Fan noise
Normal 29 dB(A) · Eco 27 dB(A)Normal 35 dB(A) · Eco 30 dB(A)
MSRP
$799$1,199
Best price
—$785
Room fit
Distance to screen
2.7 m0.40 m
Picture
White light output
500 lm ANSI650 lm ISO
Claimed brightness (non-standard)
—1,200 lm
Brightness uniformity
—90%
Brightness by mode
—Max 600 lm · Normal 500 lm · Eco 400 lm
Eco brightness
—67%Derived
Imaging technology
DLPDLP
Chip / panel diagonal
0.23 in0.23 in
Native resolution
1080p (1920 × 1080)1080p (1920 × 1080)
Native aspect
16:9Derived16:9Derived
Dynamic contrast
100,000:12,500,000:1
Colour gamut
Rec. 709 98% coverageBT.2020 110% area
Colour bit depth (per channel)
8 bit—
HDR formats
HDR10, HLGHDR10, HLG
3D
—No
Light source
Light source
LEDRGB triple laser
Light-source life
20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco20,000 h eco
Light output control
Steps—
Optics
Throw ratio
1.21:10.18:1
Image size
30–112 in60–100 in
Projection offset
100%135%
Zoom
NoneDigital
Focal length
5.35 mm0.91 mm
Aperture (f-number)
1.72.1
Focus
—Motorised
Autofocus
YesYes
Autofocus runs
—When moved
Vertical lens shift
—None
Horizontal lens shift
—None
Vertical keystone
40°5°
Horizontal keystone
40°10°
Auto keystone
YesYes
Corner correction
4-corner—
Motion & gaming
Input lag
1080p: 60 Hz 22.7 ms1080p: 60 Hz 27 ms
Inputs & control
HDMI inputs
HDMI 2.0 (ARC, HDCP 2.2) · HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2, internal)HDMI 2.0
Other video inputs
USB-C (DisplayPort)None
Max input resolution
4K UHD4K UHD
USB media playback
YesYes
Horizontal scan
15–102 kHz15–135 kHz
Vertical scan
23–85 Hz24–60 Hz
Smart platform
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5—
Bluetooth
4.2—
Ethernet
—Yes
Smart platform
Android TVGoogle TV
OS version
10—
Google-certified
Yes—
Netflix
NoBuilt in
Casting
Chromecast built-inChromecast built-in
Audio
Speaker power
20 W20 W
Speakers
32
Layout
2.1Stereo
Tuned by
treVolo—
Audio formats
—Dolby Audio
Audio outputs
3.5 mm, HDMI ARCBluetooth
HDMI audio return
ARCDerivedNoneDerived
Bluetooth speaker mode
YesYes
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)
186 × 146 × 154 mm252 × 157 × 65 mm
Weight
2,300 g1,700 g
Orientations
—Table, Ceiling, Rear
Built-in stand
Foot—
Tripod socket
Yes—
Ingress protection
IPX2—
Environment & power
Operating temperature
0–40°C0–40°C
Operating humidity
10–90%RH10–80%RH
Altitude
2,000 m · high-altitude mode762 m
Power draw
Max 65 W · Normal 45 W · Eco 30 WNormal 85 W · Eco 60 W
Standby
Up to 0.5 WUp to 0.5 W
Power supply
External adapterUSB-C
Mains input
100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
DC input
19 V—
USB-C PD in
45 W100 W
Battery
66.6 Wh164 Wh
Battery runtime
150 min90 min
Fan noise
Normal 29 dB(A) · Eco 27 dB(A)Normal 35 dB(A) · Eco 30 dB(A)
Safety & support
Eye-protection sensor
Yes—
Marks
—FCC
Warranty
3 yr1 yr
User manual
—https://region-resource.optoma.com/products/documents/0baJeD53jzBvx11dE1IJr8YYc8pUhzikUShMOgjZ.pdf
In the box
In the box
Power cord, Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Carry case, Streaming donglePower cord, Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide
Remote
VoiceIR
BenQ GS50MSRP $799
Optoma ML1080UST$785 · Amazon
Buy