BenQ HT3550 vs JVC LX-UH1B
 MSRP $1,499 |  JVC LX-UH1BMSRP $2,499 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key differences | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.13–1.47:1 | 1.36–2.18:1 |
| Lowest input lag | 34 msDerived | — |
| Fan noise | Normal 30 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A) | Normal 33 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) |
| Price | MSRP $1,499 | MSRP $2,499 |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 2.5–3.3 m | 3.0–4.8 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | 2,000 lmDerived | 2,000 lmDerived |
| White light outputANSI | 2,000 lm ANSI | 2,000 lm ANSI |
| Brightness by mode | — | Eco 1,400 lm |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.47 in |
| On-screen resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160)Derived | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160)Derived |
| Native resolution | 1080p (1920 × 1080) | 1080p (1920 × 1080) |
| Native aspect | 16:9Derived | 16:9Derived |
| Pixel shift | XPR 4-way | e-shift |
| Addressable resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) |
| Colour wheel segments | 6 | 6 |
| Colour wheel speed | 2× | — |
| Contrast | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 30,000:1 | 100,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast method | Dynamic iris | — |
| Colour | ||
| Colour gamut | Rec. 709 100% coverage · DCI-P3 95% coverage | Rec. 709 100% |
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | 10 bit | — |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 |
| Colour temperature presets | Native, Custom | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, HLG |
| Tone mapping | Adjustable | — |
| Tone mapping (maker name) | HDR-PRO | — |
| Calibration | ||
| Colour management (CMS) | 6-axis | 6-axis |
| Greyscale control points | 2 | — |
| Picture mode memories | 1 | 2 |
| Picture certifications | ISF | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D | Yes | — |
| 3D glasses sync | DLP-Link | — |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | Lamp | Lamp |
| Lamp power | 245 W | 240 W |
| Replacement lamp | 5J.JKC05.001 | PK-L2417U |
| Light-source life | 4,000 h normal · 10,000 h eco · 15,000 h super eco | 4,000 h normal · 10,000 h eco |
| Warm-up time | 30 s | — |
| Cool-down time | 90 s | About 120 s |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.13–1.47:1 | 1.36–2.18:1 |
| Image size | 40–200 in | 60–200 in |
| Projection offset | 100% | — |
| Zoom | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.3×Derived | 1.6×Derived |
| Focal length | 12–15.6 mm | 14.3–22.9 mm |
| Aperture (f-number) | 1.9–2.47 | 1.81 |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | 0–10% | ±60% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | ±23% |
| Motorised lens shift | — | No |
| Vertical keystone | 30° | — |
| Auto keystone | Yes | — |
| Lens elements | 10 | — |
| Lens material | Glass | — |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | — |
| Frame interpolation at 4K | Yes | — |
| Max input refresh | 1080p: 60 Hz · 4K UHD: 60 Hz | — |
| Max refresh at 1080p | 60 HzDerived | — |
| Max refresh at 4K | 60 HzDerived | — |
| Input lag | 1080p: 60 Hz 83.3 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 34 ms | — |
| Lowest input lag | 34 msDerived | — |
| Input lag at 4K 60 Hz | 34 msDerived | — |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | 2 × HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2) | HDMI (HDCP 2.2) · HDMI (HDCP 1.4) |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 2Derived | 2Derived |
| Newest HDMI version | HDMI 2.0Derived | — |
| Other video inputs | — | VGA |
| Max input resolution | 4K UHD | 4K UHD |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| Control ports | RS-232, 12 V trigger | RS-232, 12 V trigger |
| Horizontal scan | 15–135 kHz | — |
| Vertical scan | 23–120 Hz | — |
| Smart platform | ||
| Wi-Fi | None | — |
| Ethernet | No | — |
| Smart platform | None | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 5 W | — |
| Speakers | 2 | — |
| Tuned by | Waves MaxxAudio | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI ARC | — |
| HDMI audio return | ARCDerived | — |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 380 × 263 × 127 mm | 333 × 324 × 122 mm |
| Weight | 4,200 g | 4,800 g |
| Colours | — | Black, White |
| Orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Ceiling mount | M4, 20–25 mm screws | M4, 20–25 mm screws |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–90%RH | 10–90%RH |
| Altitude | 3,000 m · high-altitude mode | 3,000 m · high-altitude mode |
| Power draw | Max 350 W · Normal 320 W · Eco 260 W | Max 370 W |
| Standby | Up to 0.5 W | Up to 0.5 W |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | Normal 30 dB(A) · Eco 28 dB(A) | Normal 33 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Risk group | — | RG2 |
| Marks | — | CE, FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 3 yr (light source 1 yr or 2,000 h) | 1 yr |
| User manual | https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR/UserManual/HT3550/HT3550_UM_EN_210719093436.pdf | https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-2810-02.pdf |
| Spare parts | Lamp 5J.JKC05.001 · Mount CM00G3 | — |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, + Quick start guide, User manual, + Warranty card | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, User manual |
| Remote | IR · backlit | IR |