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BenQ TK705STi vs Epson Home Cinema LS5000

BenQ TK705STi is lighter, broader on HDR and in stock.

BenQ TK705STi$1,799 · 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
0.8:11.32–2.15:1
Lowest input lag
5 msDerived—
HDR formats
HDR10, HDR10+, HLGHDR10, HLG
Light source
LEDLaser (phosphor)
Fan noise
Normal 28 dB(A) · Eco 24 dB(A)—
MSRP
$1,999$1,999.99
Best price
$1,799$1,798
Room fit
Distance to screen
1.8 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
0.8:11.32–2.15:1
Image size
30–300 in40–300 in
Projection offset
100%—
Zoom
DigitalOptical
Zoom ratio
—1.63×Derived
Focal length
8.5 mm18.2–29.2 mm
Aperture (f-number)
1.81.49–1.77
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
23–120 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
Speaker power
16 W—
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, Rear, Limited tiltTable, Ceiling, Rear
Ceiling mount
M4—
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 28 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://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR%20FOR%20CONSUMER/UserManual/TK705STi/TK705STi_UM_EN_260316112414.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, User manualPower cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card
Remote
Voice—
BenQ TK705STi$1,799 · Amazon
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Epson Home Cinema LS5000$1,798 · Amazon · Used
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