BenQ X500i vs ViewSonic PX701-4K
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 BenQ X500iMSRP $1,999 | ViewSonic PX701-4K MSRP $979.99 | |
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| Display system | ||
| Imaging technology | DLP | DLP |
| Technology brand | — | DLP |
| Number of imaging devices | 1 | 1 |
| Chip / panel diagonal | — | 0.47 in |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Native resolution | — | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel shift | Other | XPR 4-way |
| Addressable resolution | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 |
| Colour wheel segments | — | RGBWRGBW |
| Optics | ||
| Throw ratio | 0.69–0.83:1 | 1.5–1.65:1 |
| Projection distance table | 60″: 0.92–1.1 m · 100″: 1.53–1.84 m · 120″: 1.83–2.21 m | 60″: 2–2.2 m · 80″: 2.66–2.93 m · 100″: 3.33–3.66 m · 120″: 3.99–4.39 m · 150″: 4.99–5.49 m · 200″: 6.65–7.32 m |
| Zoom type | Optical | Optical |
| Zoom ratio | 1.2× | 1.1× |
| Focus | Manual | Manual |
| Vertical lens shift | — | 0% |
| Horizontal lens shift | — | 0% |
| Motorized lens shift | — | No |
| Fixed offset | 103% | 120% |
| Focal length | 10.2–12.24 mm | 15.84–17.45 mm |
| F-number | 2.53–2.73 | 2–2.05 |
| Image size range | 29.86–150 in | 30–300 in |
| Vertical keystone | -30–30° | -40–40° |
| Horizontal keystone | -30–30° | -40–40° |
| Corner / warp correction | — | Warp |
| Light source | ||
| Light source type | LED | Lamp |
| Light source detail | 4LED | 203 W UHP lamp (ViewSonic part RLC-126) |
| Lamp wattage | — | 203 W |
| Light source life | Normal: 20,000 h · Eco: 30,000 h | Normal: 6,000 h · Supereco: 20,000 h |
| Warm-up time | 15 s | — |
| Cool-down time | 15 s | — |
| Light-source dimming | — | Dynamic frame |
| Brightness | ||
| ANSI lumens | 2,200 lm | 3,200 lm |
| Contrast & black level | ||
| Dynamic contrast | 600,000:1 | 12,000:1 |
| Colour | ||
| Rec.709 gamut | 95% | — |
| DCI-P3 gamut | 84% | — |
| Gamut metric | Coverage | — |
| Gamma / EOTF presets | 2.2, 2.4, 2.6 | — |
| Bit depth / 'number of colours' | 30 bit | 10 bit |
| Calibration & picture control | ||
| Colour management system | 6-axis | — |
| ISF certified | — | No |
| Picture mode memories | — | 2 |
| HDR | ||
| HDR formats | HDR10 | HDR10, HLG |
| Tone mapping type | Adjustable | Adjustable |
| Motion & gaming | ||
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | — | No |
| Max refresh rate | 1920×1080: 240 Hz · 3840×2160: 60 Hz | 1920×1080: 240 Hz · 3840×2160: 60 Hz |
| Input lag (rated) | 1920×1080 @ 60 Hz: 16.7 ms · 3840×2160 @ 60 Hz: 16.7 ms · 1920×1080 @ 240 Hz: 4.2 ms · 1920×1080 @ 120 Hz: 8.3 ms | 1920×1080 @ 240 Hz: 4.2 ms |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker power | 10 W | 10 W |
| Speaker count | 2 | 1 |
| Audio channels | Stereo | Mono |
| Audio partner | Bongiovi DPS | — |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | — |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, Optical, HDMI eARC | 3.5 mm |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth speaker mode | — | No |
| Inputs, control & connectivity | ||
| Max input signal | 3840 × 2160 | 3840 × 2160 |
| HDMI port count | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI ports (feature-level) | HDMI-1: HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2; HDMI-2: HDMI 2.0b, HDCP 2.2, eARC | HDMI 1: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2; HDMI 2: HDMI 2.0, HDCP 2.2 |
| Horizontal scan frequency | 15–135 kHz | 15–135 kHz |
| Vertical scan frequency | 23–240 Hz | 23–240 Hz |
| USB-C video (DP Alt Mode) | Yes | No |
| HDBaseT | — | No |
| SDI | — | No |
| VGA input | — | No |
| USB media playback | Yes | — |
| RS-232 | Yes | Yes |
| LAN control | — | No |
| 12 V trigger | — | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | None |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 | — |
| Ethernet | — | No |
| Firmware / software | ||
| Smart OS | Android TV | None |
| OS version | 11 | — |
| Certified OS | Yes | — |
| Netflix | Via dongle | None |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in | — |
| 3D | ||
| 3D support | Yes | — |
| 3D formats | Frame sequential, Frame packing, Top-bottom, Side-by-side | — |
| Setup automation | ||
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Acoustic noise | ||
| Fan noise (sound pressure) | Normal: 31 dB(A) · Eco: 29 dB(A) | Normal: 32 dB(A) · Eco: 28 dB(A) |
| Environment & power | ||
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | 0–40°C |
| Operating humidity | 10–90%RH | 0–90%RH |
| Altitude / high-altitude mode | 3,000 m | 3,000 m |
| High-altitude mode | Yes | Yes |
| Operating orientations | Table, Ceiling, Rear | Table, Ceiling, Rear |
| Rated voltage | 100–240 V | 100–240 V |
| Rated frequency | 50–60 Hz | 50–60 Hz |
| Power consumption (max) | 280 W | — |
| Power consumption by mode | Typical: 236 W | Normal: 265 W |
| Standby power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Physical & installation | ||
| Width | 366 mm | 312 mm |
| Depth | 244 mm | 222 mm |
| Height | 118 mm | 108 mm |
| Weight | 3.6 kg | 2.8 kg |
| Exhaust / intake direction | Side | — |
| Mount hole pattern | Thread: M4 · Screw length mm: 20–25 | Thread: M4 · Max screw length mm: 8 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Photobiological risk group | RG2 | RG2 |
| Safety & market certifications | — | CE, FCC |
| Support & ownership | ||
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr |
| Light-source warranty | — | 1 year (90 days under heavy usage of more than 14 hours average daily) |
| User manual | https://www.projectorcentral.com/pdf/projector_manual_12203.pdf | https://www.viewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/Projector/PX701-4K_PX728-4K_PX748-4K/PX701-4K_PX728-4K_PX748-4K_UG_ENG.pdf |
| In the box | ||
| Box contents | Projector, Remote, Batteries, Power cord, Adjustment feet kit, Quick start guide, Regulatory statements, Via dongle, Warranty card | Projector, Power cord, Remote, Quick start guide |
| Remote type | Voice | IR |