BenQ W2720i vs JVC DLA-NZ8
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BenQ W2720iMSRP $1,999 | JVC DLA-NZ8MSRP $15,999.95 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | LCoS |
| Technology brand | DLP | D-ILA |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 3 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | 0.47 in | 0.69 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | β |
| Native resolution | 1920 Γ 1080 | 4096 Γ 2160 |
| Pixel shift | XPR 4-way | 8K e-shift |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 Γ 2160 | 8192 Γ 4320 |
| Panel alignment / convergence control | β | Zone |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 1β1.3:1 | 1.43β2.92:1 |
| Projection distance table | 60β³: 1.33β1.73 m Β· 80β³: 1.77β2.3 m Β· 100β³: 2.21β2.88 m Β· 120β³: 2.66β3.45 m Β· 150β³: 3.32β4.32 m Β· 200β³: 4.43β5.76 m | 60β³: 1.88β3.85 m Β· 80β³: 2.52β5.15 m Β· 100β³: 3.16β6.45 m Β· 120β³: 3.81β7.75 m Β· 150β³: 4.77β9.7 m Β· 200β³: 6.38β12.95 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.3Γ | 2Γ |
| Focus | Manual | Motorized |
| Vertical lens shift | Β±5% | Β±80% |
| Horizontal lens shift | β | Β±34% |
| Motorized lens shift | No | Yes |
| Fixed offset | 100% | β |
| Focal length | 10.55β13.68 mm | β |
| F-number | 1.8β1.85 | β |
| Lens elements | β | 17 |
| Lens aperture | β | 65 mm |
| Lens material | β | all-glass |
| Image size range | 30β200 in | 60β200 in |
| Lens memory | β | 10 |
| Vertical keystone | -30β30Β° | β |
| Horizontal keystone | -30β30Β° | β |
| Corner / warp correction | 8pt | β |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | Laser (phosphor) |
| Light source detail | 4LED | Type BLU-Escent Laser Diode |
| Light source life | Dynamic: 20,000 h Β· Normal: 20,000 h Β· Eco: 30,000 h | Standard: 20,000 h |
| Life definition | β | 50% brightness |
| Warm-up time | β | 44.1 sMeasured |
| Cool-down time | 90 s | 9.4 sMeasured |
| Light-source dimming | Dynamic frame | Continuous |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 2,500 lm | β |
| Claimed brightness (non-standard) | β | 2,500 |
| Claimed brightness unit | β | Unspecified |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Native on/off contrast | β | 80,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast | 2,000,000:1 | β |
| Dynamic light control | β | Laser dimming |
| Manual iris / aperture | β | Yes |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 98% | β |
| DCI-P3 gamut | 90% | β |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | β |
| Colour temperature presets | β | D55, D65, D93, Custom |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | β | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6, Custom |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | 12 bit |
| Filmmaker Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | 6-axis |
| Greyscale control points | 11 | β |
| Auto-calibration | β | Sensor supported |
| ISF certified | Yes | Yes |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG |
| Tone mapping type | Adjustable | Dynamic |
| Tone-mapping brand name | β | Frame Adapt HDR |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Native 24p display | Yes (even multiple) | β |
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | Yes |
| Interpolation at 4K | β | Yes |
| Max refresh rate | 1920Γ1080: 240 Hz | 1920Γ1080: 120 Hz Β· 3840Γ2160: 120 Hz Β· 4096Γ2160: 120 Hz Β· 7680Γ4320: 60 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | 1920Γ1080 @ 120 Hz: 12.8 ms Β· 1920Γ1080 @ 240 Hz: 6.5 ms Β· 1920Γ1080 @ 60 Hz: 17.9 ms Β· 3840Γ2160 @ 60 Hz: 17.9 ms | β |
| Auto low-latency mode | Yes | No |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | β |
| Speaker count | 2 | 0 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | β |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | β |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI eARC | β |
| HDMI ARC | Yes | β |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | No |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 Γ 2160 | 7680 Γ 4320 |
| HDMI port count | 3 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI-1: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3 (ALLM); HDMI-2: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3, eARC (ALLM); HDMI-3: HDMI 2.1, HDCP 2.3 (4K120 DOWNSCALED TO 1080P120) | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.1, 48 Gbps, HDCP 2.3; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.1, 48 Gbps, HDCP 2.3 |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15β270 kHz | β |
| Vertical scan frequency | 23β240 Hz | β |
| USB media playback | Yes | β |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | β | Yes |
| Wired IR input | β | Yes |
| 12 V trigger | Yes | Yes |
| Control ecosystem drivers | β | Control4 |
| Ethernet | β | Yes |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Android TV | None |
| Netflix | Via dongle | β |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | β |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | Yes |
| 3D sync method | DLP-Link | RF |
| 3D formats | Frame sequential, Frame packing, Top-bottom, Side-by-side | Frame packing, Side-by-side, Top-bottom |
| Glasses included | 0 | 0 |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | β |
| Screen fit / alignment | Yes | β |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Typical: 28 dB(A) Β· Eco: 26 dB(A) | Low mode: 24 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0β40Β°C | 5β35Β°C |
| Operating humidity | 10β90%RH | 20β80%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,000 m | 2,000 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100β240 V | 100β240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50β60 Hz | 50β60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 241 W | β |
| Power consumption by mode | Max: 241 W Β· Normal: 183 W Β· Eco: 133 W | In use: 440 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.3 W |
| Networked standby power | β | 1.5 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 420 mm | 500 mm |
| Depth | 305 mm | 505 mm |
| Height | 143 mm | 234 mm |
| Weight | 6.4 kg | 23.1 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | β | Front |
| Colours / finishes | β | Black |
| Mount hole pattern | Screw: M4 Β· Screw length mm: 8β11 Β· Count: 4 | Thread: M5 Β· Screw length min mm: 20 Β· Screw length max mm: 25 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | β | RG2 |
| Laser product class | β | Class 1 |
| Safety & market certifications | β | FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | πΊπΈ US 3 yr | πΊπΈ US 3 yr |
| Light-source warranty | Three years or 20,000 hours (LED); one year for accessories (remote, QS02) | β |
| Latest firmware | β | V300 |
| User manual | https://esupportdownload.benq.com/esupport/PROJECTOR%20FOR%20CONSUMER/UserManual/W2720/UM_EN_260721092922.pdf | https://manuals.jvckenwood.com/download/files/B5A-3961-41.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Batteries, Streaming dongle, Lens cap, Quick start guide | Lens cover, Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Quick start guide, Warranty card |
| Remote type | Bluetooth | Backlit |
| 3D glasses in box | 0 | β |

