BenQ TK705i vs Epson Home Cinema LS5000

BenQ TK705i is $199 cheaper, lighter and broader on HDR.

BenQ TK705i$1,599 · Amazon
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Epson Home Cinema LS5000$1,798 · Amazon · Used
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Key differences
White light output
3,000 lm ANSI2,500 lm ISO
Native resolution
—1080p (1920 × 1080)
Throw ratio
1–1.3:11.32–2.15:1
Lowest input lag
5 msDerived—
HDR formats
HDR10, HDR10+, HLGHDR10, HLG
Light source
LEDLaser (phosphor)
Fan noise
Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A)—
MSRP
$1,799$1,999.99
Best price
$1,599$1,798
Room fit
Distance to screen
2.2–2.9 m2.9–4.8 m
Picture
White light output
3,000 lm ANSI2,500 lm ISO
Colour light output
—2,500 lm
Imaging technology
DLP3LCD
Chip / panel diagonal
0.47 in0.62 in
Native resolution
—1080p (1920 × 1080)
Native aspect
16:9Derived16:9Derived
Pixel shift
—Yes (scheme not stated)
Addressable resolution
4K UHD (3840 × 2160)4K UHD (3840 × 2160)
Dynamic contrast
600,000:1Over 800,000:1
Dynamic contrast method
—Iris + light-source dimming
Colour gamut
Rec. 709 98% coverage—
Colour bit depth (per channel)
10 bit10 bit
HDR formats
HDR10, HDR10+, HLGHDR10, HLG
Colour management (CMS)
—6-axis
Greyscale control points
11—
Picture mode memories
—10
Light source
Light source
LEDLaser (phosphor)
Emitter
4-channel LED—
Light-source life
20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco20,000 h
Life defined as
—50% brightness
Light output control
Steps—
Optics
Throw ratio
1–1.3:11.32–2.15:1
Image size
60–150 in40–300 in
Projection offset
100%—
Zoom
OpticalOptical
Zoom ratio
1.3×Derived1.63×Derived
Focal length
10.55–13.68 mm18.2–29.2 mm
Aperture (f-number)
1.8–1.851.49–1.77
Focus
MotorisedManual
Autofocus
YesNo
Autofocus runs
When moved—
Vertical lens shift
—±59%
Horizontal lens shift
—±21%
Motorised lens shift
—No
Vertical keystone
30°—
Horizontal keystone
20°—
Auto keystone
Yes—
Grid warp
—Yes
Auto setup
Fit to screen, Obstacle avoidance—
Motion & gaming
Frame interpolation (MEMC)
YesYes
Max input refresh
—1080p: 120 Hz · 4K UHD: 120 Hz
Input lag
1080p: 60 Hz 5 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 5 ms—
Gaming features
ALLMALLM
Inputs & control
HDMI inputs
2 × HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.2)HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) · HDMI 2.1 (eARC, HDCP 2.3)
Other video inputs
USB-C (DisplayPort)—
Max input resolution
4K UHDDCI 4K
USB media playback
Yes—
Control ports
12 V triggerNone
Horizontal scan
15–102 kHz—
Vertical scan
23–60 Hz—
Smart platform
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth
5.26.0
Ethernet
—Yes
Smart platform
Google TV—
OS version
11—
Netflix
Built in—
Casting
Chromecast built-in—
Audio
Speakers
20
Audio outputs
3.5 mm, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth3.5 mm, HDMI eARC, Bluetooth
HDMI audio return
eARCDerivedeARCDerived
Bluetooth speaker mode
Yes—
Physical & installation
Dimensions (W × D × H)
229 × 250 × 168 mm440 × 313 × 147 mm
Weight
3,800 g8,000 g
Colours
—White
Orientations
Table, Ceiling, RearTable, Ceiling, Rear
Ceiling mount
M4, 10 mm screws—
Tripod socket
Yes—
Exhaust
—Front
Dust filter
—Replaceable
Environment & power
Operating temperature
0–40°C5–35°C
Operating humidity
10–90%RH20–80%RH
Altitude
2,000 m · high-altitude mode3,048 m
Power draw
Max 250 WNormal 330 W · Eco 217 W
Standby
Up to 0.5 W0.5 W
Networked standby
Up to 2 W2 W
Power supply
External adapter—
Mains input
100–240 V · 50/60 Hz100–240 V · 50/60 Hz
USB-C PD out
30 W—
Fan noise
Normal 26 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A)—
Safety & support
Laser class
—Class 1
Risk group
—RG2
Eye-protection sensor
Yes—
Marks
—FCC, UL
Warranty
3 yr🇺🇸 US 2 yr · 🇬🇧 GB 5 yr
User manual
https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_12813.pdfhttps://download2.ebz.epson.net/sec_pubs_visual/eai/projectors/pdf/useg/EN/UsersGuide_EHLS7000_EN_EAI.pdf
In the box
In the box
Power cord, Power adapter, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, User manualPower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card
Remote
Bluetooth—
BenQ TK705i$1,599 · Amazon
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Epson Home Cinema LS5000$1,798 · Amazon · Used
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