BenQ MS536 vs BenQ MX731
 MSRP $379 |  BenQ MX731MSRP $599 | |
|---|---|---|
| Key differences | ||
| White light outputANSI | 4,000 lm ANSI | 4,000 lm ISO · 4,000 lm ANSI |
| Native resolution | 800 × 600 | 1024 × 768 |
| Native contrast (on/off) | 20,000:1 | — |
| Throw ratio | 1.97–2.36:1 | 1.51–1.97:1 |
| Lowest input lag | — | 33.4 msDerived |
| Fan noise | Normal 32 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) | Normal 33 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) |
| Price | MSRP $379 | MSRP $599 |
| Room fit | ||
| Distance to screen | 4.0–4.8 m | 3.1–4.0 m |
| Brightness | ||
| Rated brightness | 4,000 lmDerived | 4,000 lmDerived |
| White light outputANSI | 4,000 lm ANSI | 4,000 lm ISO · 4,000 lm ANSI |
| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.55 in | 0.55 in |
| On-screen resolution | 800 × 600Derived | 1024 × 768Derived |
| Native resolution | 800 × 600 | 1024 × 768 |
| Native aspect | 4:3Derived | 4:3Derived |
| Colour wheel segments | 6 | — |
| Contrast | ||
| Native contrast (on/off) | 20,000:1 | — |
| Dynamic contrast | — | 20,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | 10 bit | 10 bit |
| Calibration | ||
| Colour management (CMS) | 6-axis | 6-axis |
| Picture mode memories | 2 | 2 |
| 3D | ||
| 3D | Yes | Yes |
| 3D formats | — | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential |
| Light source | ||
| Light source | Lamp | Lamp |
| Lamp power | 210 W | 240 W |
| Replacement lamp | 5J.JN605.001 | 5J.JGR05.001 |
| Light-source life | 20,000 h max · 5,500 h normal · 7,000 h eco · 15,000 h super eco · 10,000 h dynamic | 4,000 h normal · 8,000 h eco · 15,000 h super eco · 8,000 h dynamic |
| Warm-up time | — | 30 s |
| Cool-down time | 90 s | 90 s |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1.97–2.36:1 | 1.51–1.97:1 |
| Image size | 60–150 in | 30–300 in |
| Projection offset | 106% | 108% |
| Zoom | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.2×Derived | 1.3×Derived |
| Focal length | 22–25.79 mm | 16.88–21.88 mm |
| Aperture (f-number) | 2.42–2.62 | 2.59–2.87 |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Autofocus | — | No |
| Vertical lens shift | None | None |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | None |
| Vertical keystone | 40° | 30° |
| Horizontal keystone | — | 25° |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Corner correction | — | 4-corner |
| Interchangeable lens | — | No |
| Lens material | Glass | Glass |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Max input refresh | — | 1024 × 768: 120 Hz |
| Input lag | — | 1080p: 60 Hz 33.4 ms |
| Lowest input lag | — | 33.4 msDerived |
| Inputs & control | ||
| HDMI inputs | 2 × HDMI 1.4 (HDCP 1.4) | 2 × HDMI 1.4 (HDCP 1.4) |
| HDMI inputs (count) | 2Derived | 2Derived |
| Newest HDMI version | HDMI 1.4Derived | HDMI 1.4Derived |
| Other video inputs | VGA, Component, + Composite | VGA, Component |
| Max input resolution | WUXGA | WUXGA |
| Audio inputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| USB media playback | — | Yes |
| Control ports | RS-232 | RS-232 |
| Control-system drivers | — | Crestron, AMX |
| Horizontal scan | 15–102 kHz | 15–102 kHz |
| Vertical scan | 23–120 Hz | 23–120 Hz |
| Smart platform | ||
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 2 W | 10 W |
| Speakers | 1 | 1 |
| Layout | Mono | Mono |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI audio return | NoneDerived | NoneDerived |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 332 × 240 × 98.9 mm | 296 × 221 × 120 mm |
| Weight | 2,600 g | 2,500 g |
| Colours | — | 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 260 W · Normal 240 W · Eco 190 W | Max 355 W · Normal 320 W |
| Standby | Up to 0.5 W | Up to 0.5 W |
| Networked standby | — | Up to 2 W |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz |
| Noise | ||
| Fan noise | Normal 32 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) | Normal 33 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | — | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 3 yr |
| User manual | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_11903.pdf | https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/Projector/UserManual/MH733/UM_EN_180423134229.pdf |
| Spare parts | Lamp 5J.JN605.001 | Lamp 5J.JGR05.001 |
| In the box | ||
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card, VGA cable | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, + User manual, Warranty card, VGA cable, + Lens cap |
| Remote | IR | IR |