BenQ TH671ST vs Dangbei MP1 Max
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 BenQ TH671STMSRP $749 |  Dangbei MP1 MaxMSRP $1,999 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | DLP | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | — |
| Chip / panel model | DC3 DMD | — |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.65 in | 0.47 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | — |
| Native resolution | 1920 × 1080 | — |
| Addressable resolution | — | 3840 × 2160 |
| Colour wheel segments | 6 segment (RGBYCW) | — |
| Colour wheel speed | 2× | — |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 0.69–0.83:1 | 1.2:1 |
| Throw reference point | Lens | — |
| Projection distance table | 60″: 0.92–1.1 m · 70″: 1.07–1.29 m · 80″: 1.22–1.47 m · 90″: 1.38–1.65 m · 100″: 1.53–1.84 m · 110″: 1.68–2.02 m · 120″: 1.83–2.21 m · 140″: 2.14–2.57 m · 160″: 2.44–2.94 m · 180″: 2.75–3.31 m | — |
| Zoom type | Optical | Digital |
| Zoom ratio | 1.2× | — |
| Focus | Manual | Auto |
| Fixed offset | 103% | — |
| Focal length | 10.2–12.24 mm | — |
| F-number | 2.6–2.78 | — |
| Image size range | 60–120 in | 40–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -40–40° | — |
| Corner / warp correction | — | 4pt |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | Lamp | Hybrid laser + LED |
| Light source detail | — | Triple laser + LED |
| Lamp wattage | 240 W | — |
| Light source life | Normal: 4,000 h · Smarteco: 10,000 h · Lampsave: 15,000 h · Eco: 10,000 h | — |
| Warm-up time | 30 s | — |
| Cool-down time | 90 s | — |
| Brightness | ||
| ISO light output | — | 3,100 lm |
| ANSI lumens | 3,000 lm | — |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 10,000:1 | — |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 92% | — |
| BT.2020 gamut | — | 110% |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | — |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 | — |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | — |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | — |
| Greyscale control points | — | 11 |
| Picture mode memories | 2 | — |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | — | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | — | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 60 Hz | 1920×1080: 240 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | 1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 16.7 ms | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 5 W | 24 W |
| Speaker count | 1 | 2 |
| Audio channels | Mono | — |
| Audio partner | Waves MaxxAudio | — |
| DTS | — | Yes |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth |
| HDMI eARC | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | — | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio out | — | Yes |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 1920 × 1200 | — |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI 1: HDMI 1.4a; HDMI 2: HDMI 1.4a, HDCP 1.4 | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1, eARC |
| Audio input terminals | 3.5 mm | — |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–102 kHz | — |
| Vertical scan frequency | 23–120 Hz | — |
| VGA input | Yes | — |
| USB media playback | No | Yes |
| RS-232 | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth version | — | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | — | No |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | — | Google TV |
| Netflix | — | Native |
| Casting | — | Chromecast built-in |
| RAM | — | 2 GB |
| Storage | — | 32 GB |
| SoC | — | Quad-core ARM Cortex-A55 |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | Yes |
| 3D sync method | DLP-Link | — |
| 3D formats | Top-bottom, Frame sequential, Frame packing, Side-by-side | Side-by-side, Top-bottom |
| Glasses included | 0 | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Autofocus | None | — |
| Auto keystone | No | Yes |
| Screen fit / alignment | — | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | — | Yes |
| Eye-protection sensor | — | Yes |
| Integrated stand / gimbal | — | Type: built_in_stand · Horizontal rotation deg: 360 · Vertical tilt deg: 135 |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Typical: 33 dB(A) · Eco: 29 dB(A) | Standard: 24 dB(A) |
| Noise measurement distance | — | 1 m |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 5–35°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–90%RH | — |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,000 m | — |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | — |
| Operating orientations | Table, Rear, Ceiling | Table, Ceiling |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | — |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | — |
| Power consumption (max) | 355 W | 190 W |
| Power consumption by mode | Max: 355 W · Normal: 320 W · Eco: 240 W | — |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Power supply | — | External brick |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 296 mm | 296 mm |
| Depth | 224 mm | 230 mm |
| Height | 120 mm | 247 mm |
| Weight | 2.7 kg | 5.6 kg |
| Colours / finishes | — | Dark grey |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M4 · Screw length mm: 20–25 | Thread: 1/4-inch · Depth in: 0.26 · Holes: 1 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | — | RG2 |
| Laser product class | — | Class 1 laser product (IEC 60825-1:2014) |
| Safety & market certifications | CE | CE, UKCA, FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr | 🇺🇸 US 1 yr |
| Light-source warranty | US: pre-installed lamp 2,000 hours or one year from purchase, whichever comes first (replacement lamp 90 days or 500 hours) | — |
| User manual | https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR/UserManual/TH671ST/TH671ST_UM_EN_230426092526.pdf | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0582/1127/0815/files/MP1_Max-20250616.pdf?v=1750052373 |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Remote, Power cord, Vga cable, Manual, Quick start guide, Lens cap | Remote, Batteries, Carrying case, Power plug, Manual |
| Remote type | IR | Bluetooth |
| 3D glasses in box | 0 | — |