BenQ AK800ST
| Brand | BenQ · Golf Simulator |
| Type | Installation |
| Released | October 2026 |
| Resolution | 4K UHD |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG |
| Imaging technology | DLP |
| Light source | Laser (phosphor) |
| Brightness | 5,000 lm ANSI |
| Throw ratio | 0.69–0.83:1 |
| Input lag | 1080p: 60 Hz 18.6 ms · 120 Hz 9.7 ms · 240 Hz 4.8 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 18.1 ms |
A single-chip DLP short-throw laser projector for golf simulators, rated at 5,000 ANSI lumens with a 4K UHD image, a 102.5% projection offset and a 0.69 to 0.83 throw ratio. It adds camera-based screen fitting, motorised zoom and focus, and a sealed laser engine, and suits golf bays that double as movie and gaming rooms.
Data sheet
Picture
| White light output | 5,000 lm ANSI | |
| Imaging technology | DLP | |
| Native aspect | 16:9Derived | |
| Addressable resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) | |
| Dynamic contrast | 3,000,000:1 | |
| Colour gamut | Rec. 709 97% coverage | |
| Colour bit depth (per channel) | 10 bit | |
| HDR formats | HDR10, HLG |
Light source
| Light source | Laser (phosphor) | |
| Emitter | Blue laser + phosphor | |
| Light-source life | 20,000 h normal · 30,000 h eco |
Optics
| Throw ratio | 0.69–0.83:1100″ · 1.53–1.84 m | |
| Image size | 150–280 in | |
| Projection offset | 103% | |
| Zoom | Optical | |
| Zoom ratio | 1.2×Derived | |
| Focal length | 10.31–12.32 mm | |
| Aperture (f-number) | 2.49–2.7 | |
| Focus | Motorised | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Vertical keystone | 30° | |
| Horizontal keystone | 30° | |
| Grid warp | Yes | |
| Auto setup | Fit to screen |
Motion & gaming
| Frame interpolation (MEMC) | Yes | |
| Max input refresh | 1080p: 240 Hz · 4K UHD: 60 Hz | |
| Input lag | 1080p: 60 Hz 18.6 ms · 120 Hz 9.7 ms · 240 Hz 4.8 ms · 4K UHD: 60 Hz 18.1 ms | |
| Gaming features | ALLM |
Inputs & control
| HDMI inputs | 2 × HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) · HDMI 2.1 (eARC, HDCP 2.3) | |
| Max input resolution | 4K UHD | |
| Control ports | RS-232 |
Smart platform
| Ethernet | Yes | |
| Security updates until | 31 Aug 2029 | |
| Casting | Chromecast built-in, Miracast |
Audio
| Speaker power | 10 W | |
| Speakers | 1 | |
| Audio outputs | 3.5 mm, HDMI eARC | |
| HDMI audio return | eARCDerived |
Physical & installation
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 388 × 302 × 140 mm | |
| Weight | 5,900 g | |
| Dust filter | None | |
| Ingress protection | IP5X (light engine) | |
| Sealed optical engine | Yes |
Environment & power
| Operating temperature | 0–40°C | |
| Power draw | 285 W | |
| Standby | Up to 0.5 W | |
| Networked standby | Up to 2 W | |
| Mains input | 100–240 V · 50/60 Hz | |
| Fan noise | Normal 34 dB(A) · Eco 29 dB(A) |
Safety & support
| Warranty | 🇺🇸 US 3 yr | |
| Spare parts | Mount CM00G3 |
In the box
| In the box | Power cord, Remote, Remote batteries, Quick start guide, Warranty card |
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Other
Tools
- Throw calculator — How far from the screen the AK800ST needs to sit for a given image size, set to its 0.69–0.83:1 lens.
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Variants & identifiers
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| Variant | Region | Type | Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 🇺🇸 US | MPN | AK800ST |