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  • Avg. price: ~£990
  • ANSI lumens: 1500
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 1-1.3:1

BenQ GP500 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.3

Technical Score

10.0%

6.6

User score

Very good
7.3

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

7.5

Image Quality

22.0%

6.4

Projection & Lens

12.0%

6.5

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

8.6

Audio & Features

8.0%

8.8

Connectivity

6.0%

6.3

Design & Power

Very good
6.6

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

4.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.9
(36)
amazon
1.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 9.3
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.3

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    10

    Audio output power

  • 8.7
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.3

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    10

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Smart TV features

  • 6.9
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    4.3

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    7.2

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The BenQ GP500 is a 4K UHD smart home theater projector featuring a 4LED light source that delivers 1,500 ANSI lumens of brightness and a long lifespan of up to 30,000 hours in Eco mode. Key characteristics include true 3840x2160 resolution, 90% DCI-P3 cinematic color coverage, and a unique 360-degree sound field powered by four 5W treVolo-tuned speakers with bass reflex design. Its main pros are the exceptional out-of-the-box color accuracy, integrated Android TV 10 for streaming, and advanced 'Smart Installation' tools like autofocus, 2D keystone, and automatic object avoidance. However, notable cons include its relatively low contrast ratios for the price point, lack of native Netflix support (requiring a workaround), and the absence of an Ethernet port, limiting it to Wi-Fi connectivity.

Technical Specifications of BenQ GP500

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the projector's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, brightness, contrast, connectivity, gaming features, smart features, audio, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

42.0%

7.5

Image Quality

22.0%

6.4

Projection & Lens

12.0%

6.5

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

8.6

Audio & Features

8.0%

8.8

Connectivity

6.0%

6.3

Design & Power

7.3
BenQ GP500 has a technical score of 7.26 points, which is higher than 86.7% of projectors.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.

When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

4.3

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.9
(36)
amazon
1.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

6.6
BenQ GP500 has a user score of 6.63 points, which is lower than 88.7% of projectors.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters: When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
4.3
BenQ GP500 has a popularity of 4.3 points, which is higher than 63.4% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

5.3

Price

6.6
BenQ GP500 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.6 points, which is higher than 71.6% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

1,500
BenQ GP500 reaches 1500 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 63.5% of projectors and equal to 1.2% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

100,000:1
BenQ GP500 has a contrast ratio of 100000:1, higher than 71.6% of projectors and equal to 3.8% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

Importance: HIGH

1920x1080
BenQ GP500 uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

3840x2160
BenQ GP500 supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Throw ratio
What it is: Ratio between projection distance and image width.
When it matters: When room size and screen size have to match properly instead of guessing whether the projector will fit the space.

Importance: MEDIUM

1-1.3:1
Min throw distance
What it is: Minimum distance required between projector and screen.
When it matters: When room depth is limited and you still need a large image from a short placement distance.

Importance: MEDIUM

0.9 m
BenQ GP500 needs a minimum throw distance of 0.9 m, shorter than 62.2% of projectors and equal to 3.4% of projectors.
Max projection size
What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

200 inch
BenQ GP500 supports projection sizes up to 200 inch, smaller than 51.3% of projectors and equal to 12.7% of projectors.
150 inches recommended for best quality.
Zoom ratio
What it is: Optical zoom capability expressed as a ratio.
When it matters: When projector placement is not ideal and you need optical zoom to frame the image correctly.

Importance: MEDIUM

1.3
BenQ GP500 offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 39.5% of projectors and equal to 13.7% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
What it is: Motorized control of the optical zoom function.
When it matters: When the projector position is fixed but screen size or framing still needs to be adjusted from a distance.

Importance: LOW

no
BenQ GP500 does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
What it is: Time delay between input signal and displayed image, measured in milliseconds.
When it matters: When gaming responsiveness matters and you want controls to feel more immediate on fast titles.

Importance: MEDIUM

25 ms
BenQ GP500 has input lag of 25 ms, lower than 54.8% of projectors and equal to 1.1% of projectors.
At 1080P/60Hz.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

Importance: LOW

no
BenQ GP500 does not support ALLM. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
What it is: Support for variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing.
When it matters: When gaming matters and you want the projector to handle variable frame rates with less tearing or stutter.

Importance: LOW

no
BenQ GP500 does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

2.0
BenQ GP500 supports HDMI 2.0, more modern than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 36.7% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

18 Gbps
BenQ GP500 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.1% of projectors and equal to 40% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 18 and 10.2 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

2
BenQ GP500 has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 47% of projectors.
One additional hidden HDMI socket is dedicated to the included streaming stick.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

yes
BenQ GP500 supports Wi-Fi. 47.4% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
BenQ GP500 supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.6% of projectors and equal to 29.2% of projectors.
Wi-Fi via included Android TV dongle.
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Support for Bluetooth wireless connectivity.
When it matters: When you plan to pair wireless speakers, headphones, remotes, or other accessories directly with the projector.

Importance: LOW

yes
BenQ GP500 supports Bluetooth. 50.1% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth via included Android TV dongle.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Supported Bluetooth version.
When it matters: When wireless accessory compatibility and connection quality matter beyond Bluetooth being a simple checkbox.

Importance: LOW

4.2
BenQ GP500 supports Bluetooth 4.2, more modern than 56.6% of projectors and equal to 6.3% of projectors.
Bluetooth via included Android TV dongle.
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Smart TV features
What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

Importance: LOW

yes
BenQ GP500 has smart TV features. 56.3% of projectors have smart TV features.
Android TV via included dongle.
Operating system
What it is: The built-in software platform that runs the projector interface, streaming apps, and smart features.
When it matters: When you care about which apps are available, how modern the smart interface feels, and whether the projector includes a built-in streaming platform.

Importance: LOW

Android
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Dedicated smartphone app
What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

Importance: LOW

yes
BenQ GP500 comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.5% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
BenQ Smart Control app.
Remote control
What it is: Comes with a dedicated remote control for operation.
When it matters: When you want easier everyday control without extra gear, built-in convenience features matter.

Importance: LOW

yes
BenQ GP500 includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

led
BenQ GP500 uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
4LED.
Laser Light Source
What it is: Whether the projector uses a laser light source instead of a traditional lamp.
When it matters: When lower maintenance, faster startup, and a lamp-free light engine matter over the long term.

Importance: LOW

no
BenQ GP500 does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

20,000 hours
BenQ GP500 offers lamp life of 20000 hours, shorter than 34.3% of projectors and equal to 27.5% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

?
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

150 W
BenQ GP500 uses 150 W of power, less than 60.4% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
Typical power draw.
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BenQ GP500 vs the average projector

  • Higher output resolution
    BenQ GP500 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
    When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

    Importance: HIGH

    BenQ GP500 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports geometric warping
    BenQ GP500 supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
    What it is: Support for geometric image warping on irregular surfaces.
    When it matters: When the projector must work on an off-angle setup or irregular surface instead of a perfectly aligned flat screen.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ GP500 supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    BenQ GP500 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
    What it is: Uses pixel shifting to increase perceived image resolution.
    When it matters: When you want more perceived detail than the native panel alone would provide, especially on bigger screens.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ GP500 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    BenQ GP500 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
    When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    BenQ GP500 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.100,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    BenQ GP500 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    ARC only, not eARC.
    What it is: Support for HDMI ARC to send audio to external devices.
    When it matters: When you use a soundbar, receiver, or speakers, audio output options matter.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ GP500 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    BenQ GP500 has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
    Android TV via included dongle.
    What it is: Includes built-in Smart TV functions or operating system.
    When it matters: When you prefer built-in apps and streaming convenience instead of adding an external media stick or box.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ GP500 has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • Smartphone app support
    BenQ GP500 supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    BenQ Smart Control app.
    What it is: Availability of a dedicated smartphone control app.
    When it matters: When you want setup, input switching, or basic control handled from your phone without always reaching for a remote.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ GP500 supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    BenQ GP500 supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 27.3% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
    Via included Android TV dongle.
    What it is: Built-in Chromecast support for wireless casting.
    When it matters: When you stream directly from phones, tablets, or laptops, wireless casting matters.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ GP500 supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 27.3% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Higher output resolution
    BenQ GP500 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    BenQ GP500 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    BenQ GP500 has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (100000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    BenQ GP500 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • Supports HLG
    BenQ GP500 supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Supports geometric warping
    BenQ GP500 supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    BenQ GP500 offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
  • 10 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    BenQ GP500 offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
  • Motorized focus
    BenQ GP500 supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
  • 0.16 m shorter throw distance
    BenQ GP500 has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.9 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    BenQ GP500 supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    BenQ GP500 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    BenQ GP500 supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 27.3% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    BenQ GP500 has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • Supports AirPlay
    BenQ GP500 supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    BenQ GP500 supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 1 more USB ports
    BenQ GP500 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    BenQ GP500 has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • Smartphone app support
    BenQ GP500 supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    BenQ GP500 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    BenQ GP500 supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
  • 2x stronger audio output
    BenQ GP500 has a higher audio output power than the average projector (20 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.

Total
Image Quality
Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Audio & Features
  • 31.8% lower brightness
    BenQ GP500 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • 50 inch smaller projection size
    BenQ GP500 has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    150 inches recommended for best quality.
  • Limited HDMI format
    BenQ GP500 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
  • No RS-232 control
    BenQ GP500 does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • Basic light source
    BenQ GP500 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    4LED.
  • 74.2% heavier
    BenQ GP500 is heavier than the average projector (5.4 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • Basic light source
    BenQ GP500 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    4LED.
    What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
    When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ GP500 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.led vs laser
  • 31.8% lower brightness
    BenQ GP500 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    BenQ GP500 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (1,500 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.1,500 vs 2,200
  • Limited HDMI format
    BenQ GP500 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    BenQ GP500 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 50 inch smaller projection size
    BenQ GP500 has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
    150 inches recommended for best quality.
    What it is: Maximum supported image size for projection, measured diagonally.
    When it matters: When you want a cinema-size picture, maximum projection size matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    BenQ GP500 has a lower projection size than the average projector (200 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.200 inch vs 250 inch
  • 20.7% lower user score
    BenQ GP500 has a lower user score than the average projector (6.63 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    BenQ GP500 has a lower user score than the average projector (6.63 vs 8.000).6.63 vs 8
  • 74.2% heavier
    BenQ GP500 is heavier than the average projector (5.4 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    What it is: Total weight of the projector including lamp and lens.
    When it matters: When you move the projector between rooms or setups, lower weight matters.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ GP500 is heavier than the average projector (5.4 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.5.4 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • No RS-232 control
    BenQ GP500 does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
    What it is: RS-232 serial control interface for external automation systems.
    When it matters: When the projector must integrate with older control systems, automation racks, or custom AV installs.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ GP500 does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
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Overall
Image Quality
Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Design & Power

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
3.9
36 Reviews
amazon
1.0
1 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about BenQ GP500?

  • Excellent 4K image quality with high color accuracy (90% DCI-P3) out of the box
  • Surprisingly loud, high-quality, room-filling 360-degree sound system
  • Very easy to set up with efficient autofocus, auto 2D keystone, and obstacle avoidance features
  • Good HDR handling and 3D support
  • Compact and relatively portable (suitable for moving between rooms)
  • Low input lag for casual gaming (25ms at 4K/60Hz, 28ms at 1080p/120Hz)

What customers dislike about BenQ GP500?

  • Brightness (1500 ANSI lumens) is only moderate, requiring a darkened room for best results
  • Average black levels, which can appear dark grey rather than deep black
  • No native Netflix support on the Android TV dongle; requires a workaround
  • Lack of Ethernet port; Wi-Fi only connectivity
  • Auto-adjustment features can sometimes be inaccurate on larger screens
  • Remote control is not backlit

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31/03/2023
BenQ GP500 4K HDR LED Projector Review

The BenQ GP500 is a feature-rich, 4K HDR LED lifestyle projector designed for casual home cinema setups. Utilizing a Texas Instruments 0.47-inch DMD chip with XPR pixel-shifting, it reproduces sharp UHD resolution, and its solid-state 4LED light engine eliminates the need for lamp replacements across its 20,000 to 30,000-hour lifespan. Key performance strengths include an...Read more

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projectorreviews.com
27/04/2023
BenQ GP500 4K 4LED Smart Projector Review

The BenQ GP500 is a 4K UHD smart home theatre projector retailing at $1,799 MSRP, delivering an impressive out-of-the-box picture performance calibrated expertly by BenQ engineers. Operating on a 4LED light engine with Texas Instruments' 0.47" DMD DLP pixel-shifting technology, it outputs 1,500 ANSI lumens—measuring up to 1,628 lumens in its bright setting. It provides wide colour...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
08/07/2023
BenQ GP500 Review

The BenQ GP500 is an excellent 4K room-to-room portable projector that earns its Editors' Choice designation through stellar out-of-the-box image quality and impressive automatic setup features. Retailing at $1,799, the projector uses a 1,080p DLP chip with XPR fast-switch pixel shifting to display a crisp 4K resolution. Its solid-state light source utilizes four LEDs to deliver a...Read more

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hometheaterreview.com
17/08/2023
BenQ GP500 4K Projector Review: Looks Can Be Deceiving

The BenQ GP500 4K projector is a semi-portable 4LED-powered DLP system that stands out for its exceptional out-of-the-box color accuracy, earning it a "Highly Recommended" award. In testing, the Cinema mode achieved an impressive pre-calibration average DeltaE score under 2, capturing a wide color space that exceeds its rated 90% DCI-P3 coverage by 5% when utilizing its Wide Color...Read more

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techaeris.com
20/09/2023
BenQ GP500 review: A bright 4K HDR LED smart home theatre projector with awesome 360° sound

The Techaeris review highlights the BenQ GP500 4K HDR LED projector as a versatile, all-in-one entertainment system featuring impressive 360-degree sound from four integrated speakers, a 4LED light source delivering bright, clear 4K visuals, and convenient auto-focus/keystone adjustments. However, the unit lacks optical lens shift, relying on digital adjustments that may impact...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
05/01/2024
BenQ GP500 Review: Sharp and vibrant 4K home cinema

The BenQ GP500 is a versatile 4K home cinema projector offering sharp image quality, excellent color accuracy, and an integrated 360-degree sound system that eliminates the need for external audio. It features a user-friendly Android TV 10 interface and efficient auto-setup tools for convenient, room-to-room portability. However, the projector’s 1,500 ANSI lumen brightness requires...Read more

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pcmag.com
08/07/2023
BenQ GP500 Review

The BenQ GP500 4K LED projector is lauded by PCMag as an exceptional, portable home entertainment device offering superior, out-of-the-box 4K image quality and excellent HDR10/HLG format handling. Key advantages include an integrated Android TV 10 dongle for seamless streaming, impressive 360-degree sound from its quad-directional speaker system, and convenient automated setup...Read more

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au.pcmag.com
09/07/2023
BenQ GP500 - Review 2023 - PCMag Australia

The BenQ GP500 is a highly-rated 4K room-to-room portable projector that stands out for its exceptional out-of-the-box SDR and HDR image quality, crisp native 4K resolution, and robust audio performance. Built with a solid-state four-LED light source delivering 1,500 ANSI lumens, it utilizes DLP fast-switch pixel-shifting technology to achieve a true 4K on-screen display. The...Read more

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bgr.com
24/04/2023
BenQ GP500 Review: Performing Like A Dream

The BenQ GP500 is a standard-throw 4K projector priced at $1,799 that blends high-end home theatre performance with a semi-portable, cube-like design. Its standout pros include excellent image quality with vibrant, accurate colours, and a crisp 4K resolution achieved through pixel-shift technology. Setup is made highly intuitive due to smart features like precise autofocus, a...Read more

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hifitest.de
18/10/2023
BenQ GP500 Projector Review: Very Good – hifitest.de

The BenQ GP500 is a versatile, Android TV-powered smart projector designed for all-round home entertainment, retailing for around €1,699. Driven by a 4-LED light source that delivers up to 1,600 lumens, it ensures a stable colour spectrum over a long 20,000 to 30,000-hour lifespan without requiring lamp replacements. The projector stands out for its high out-of-the-box colour...Read more

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frandroid.com
05/02/2024
BenQ GP500 Review: Our Full Verdict", "BenQ GP500 Test: Our Complete Review

The BenQ GP500 is a compact, short-throw 4K LED home cinema projector praised for its plug-and-play setup and highly mastered out-of-the-box colorimetry. Key pros highlighted in the review include its seamless automatic installation suite featuring autofocus, auto-keystone correction, and obstacle avoidance. The reviewer notes impressive simulated 4K image sharpness via Texas...Read more

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charlestech.fr
18/05/2024
BenQ GP500 Review: Full and Detailed Projector Evaluation

The BenQ GP500 is a premium, robust 4K DLP projector (3840 x 2160 pixels) designed for both home cinema and immersive gaming, delivering an impressive brightness of 1,500 ANSI lumens and an exceptional contrast ratio of 100,000:1. It covers 90% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut, making it ideal for vibrant cinematic viewing even in daylight, though performance peaks in dark environments....Read more

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