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BenQ MX731 vs Optoma ZH400

BenQ MX731BenQ MX731
MSRP $599
Optoma ZH400
Optoma ZH400
MSRP $1,499
Key differences
White light output4,000 lm ISO · 4,000 lm ANSI—
Native resolution1024 × 7681080p (1920 × 1080)
Throw ratio1.51–1.97:11.48–1.62:1
Lowest input lag33.4 msDerived8.6 msDerived
HDR formats—HDR10, HLG
Light sourceLampLaser (phosphor)
Fan noiseNormal 33 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A)Max 32 dB(A) · Normal 27 dB(A)
PriceMSRP $599MSRP $1,499
Room fit
Distance to screen3.1–4.0 m3.3–3.6 m
Brightness
Rated brightness4,000 lmDerived—
White light output4,000 lm ISO · 4,000 lm ANSI—
Claimed brightness (non-standard)—4,000 lm
Brightness uniformity—75%
Display system
Imaging technologyDLPDLP
Chip / panel diagonal0.55 in0.65 in
On-screen resolution1024 × 768Derived1080p (1920 × 1080)Derived
Native resolution1024 × 7681080p (1920 × 1080)
Native aspect4:3Derived16:9Derived
Contrast
Dynamic contrast20,000:12,000,000:1
Colour
Colour bit depth (per channel)10 bit—
HDR
HDR formats—HDR10, HLG
Calibration
Colour management (CMS)6-axis6-axis
Picture mode memories2—
3D
3DYesYes
3D formatsFrame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequentialFrame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom, Frame sequential
3D glasses sync—DLP-Link
Light source
Light sourceLampLaser (phosphor)
Lamp power240 W—
Replacement lamp5J.JGR05.001—
Light-source life4,000 h normal · 8,000 h eco · 15,000 h super eco · 8,000 h dynamicUp to 30,000 h max
Warm-up time30 s—
Cool-down time90 s—
Optics
Throw ratio1.51–1.97:11.48–1.62:1
Image size30–300 in20–300 in
Projection offset108%116%
ZoomOpticalOptical
Zoom ratio1.3×Derived1.09×Derived
Focal length16.88–21.88 mm12.81–16.74 mm
Aperture (f-number)2.59–2.872.5–2.67
FocusManualManual
AutofocusNo—
Vertical lens shiftNoneNone
Horizontal lens shiftNoneNone
Vertical keystone30°30°
Horizontal keystone25°30°
Auto keystoneYesYes
Corner correction4-corner4-corner
Interchangeable lensNoNo
Lens materialGlass—
Motion & gaming
Max input refresh1024 × 768: 120 Hz1080p: 120 Hz
Max refresh at 1080p—120 HzDerived
Input lag1080p: 60 Hz 33.4 ms1080p: 60 Hz 17 ms · 120 Hz 8.6 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 17 ms
Lowest input lag33.4 msDerived8.6 msDerived
Input lag at 4K 60 Hz—17 msDerived
Inputs & control
HDMI inputs2 × HDMI 1.4 (HDCP 1.4)2 × HDMI 2.0 (HDCP 2.2)
HDMI inputs (count)2Derived2Derived
Newest HDMI versionHDMI 1.4DerivedHDMI 2.0Derived
Other video inputsVGA, Component—
Max input resolutionWUXGA4K UHD
Audio inputs3.5 mm—
USB media playbackYes—
Control portsRS-232RS-232
Control-system driversCrestron, AMX—
Horizontal scan15–102 kHz15–140 kHz
Vertical scan23–120 Hz24–120 Hz
Smart platform
EthernetYes—
Audio
Speaker power10 W15 W
Speakers11
LayoutMono—
Audio outputs3.5 mm3.5 mm
HDMI audio returnNoneDerivedNoneDerived
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)296 × 221 × 120 mm274 × 216 × 114 mm
Weight2,500 g3,000 g
ColoursWhite—
OrientationsTable, Ceiling, RearTable, Ceiling, Rear, + Portrait, + 360°
Ceiling mountM4, 20–25 mm screwsM4, screws ≥ 10 mm
Ingress protection—IP6X
Environment & power
Operating temperature0–40°C0–40°C
Operating humidity10–90%RH—
Altitude3,000 m · high-altitude mode2,500 m · high-altitude mode
Power drawMax 355 W · Normal 320 WMax 139 W · Eco 88 W
StandbyUp to 0.5 WUp to 0.5 W
Networked standbyUp to 2 W—
Power supply—External adapter
Mains input100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
DC input—19.5 V
Noise
Fan noiseNormal 33 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A)Max 32 dB(A) · Normal 27 dB(A)
Safety & compliance
Laser class—Class 1
Risk group—RG2
FDA laser notice—Notice 57
Marks—FCC
Support & ownership
Warranty🇺🇸 US 3 yr · 🇪🇺 EU 3 yr3 yr (light source 5 yr or 12,000 h)
User manualhttps://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/Projector/UserManual/MH733/UM_EN_180423134229.pdfhttps://region-resource.optoma.com/products/import/Documents/883be603-99a2-4b9e-96fe-36fe3f4eae3e.pdf
Spare partsLamp 5J.JGR05.001—
In the box
In the boxPower cord, Remote, + Remote batteries, + Quick start guide, User manual, + Warranty card, + VGA cable, + Lens capPower cord, + Power adapter, Remote, User manual
RemoteIRIR