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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£480
  • Avg. price in US: ~$700
  • ANSI lumens: 200
  • Native panel resolution: 1280x800
  • Throw ratio: 1.13:1

BenQ Joybee GP2 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

4.9

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%

4.8

Technical Score

10.0%

5.8

User score

Poor
4.8

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%

4.9

Image Quality

22.0%

4.6

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.2

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

5.2

Audio & Features

8.0%

3.6

Connectivity

6.0%

7.0

Design & Power

Poor
5.8

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%

7.0

User reviews

30.0%

3.2

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.4
(19)
amazon
5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 7.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    7.2

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    2.0

    Audio output power

  • 5.6
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    1.0

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Smart TV features

  • 3.5
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    7.2

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    1.0

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    7.9

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The BenQ Joybee GP2 is a highly portable DLP LED mini projector featuring a native WXGA resolution of 1280x800 and 200 ANSI lumens of brightness. Key characteristics include an integrated iPhone/iPod dock, a short-throw ratio of 1.13 that can project a 44-inch image from just one metre, and approximately 1.3GB of usable internal memory. Its main pros are its versatile connectivity options—including mini HDMI, SD card reader, and USB—a long-lasting 30,000-hour LED life in Eco mode, and the support for an optional detachable battery pack. However, users may encounter cons such as blurred text with small fonts, a reddish hue in some flesh tones, and a fan that can be noisy compared to its relatively tinny 4-watt speakers.

Technical Specifications of BenQ Joybee GP2

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%

4.9

Image Quality

22.0%

4.6

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.2

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

5.2

Audio & Features

8.0%

3.6

Connectivity

6.0%

7.0

Design & Power

4.8
BenQ Joybee GP2 has a technical score of 4.81 points, which is lower than 88% 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%

7.0

User reviews

30.0%

3.2

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
3.4
(19)
amazon
5.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

5.8
BenQ Joybee GP2 has a user score of 5.84 points, which is lower than 95.4% 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.
3.2
BenQ Joybee GP2 has a popularity of 3.2 points, which is higher than 57.8% 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%

4.9

Overall score

40.0%

8.0

Price

5.8
BenQ Joybee GP2 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.8 points, which is lower than 59.5% 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

200
BenQ Joybee GP2 reaches 200 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 93.7% of projectors and equal to 2.5% 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

2,400:1
BenQ Joybee GP2 has a contrast ratio of 2400:1, lower than 70.1% of projectors.
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

1280x800
BenQ Joybee GP2 uses a native resolution of 1280x800, lower than 74.6% of projectors and equal to 7.8% of projectors.
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

1280x800
BenQ Joybee GP2 supports output resolution up to 1280x800, lower than 75.9% of projectors and equal to 7.9% 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

DLP
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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

1.13:1
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

?
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

160 inch
BenQ Joybee GP2 supports projection sizes up to 160 inch, smaller than 66.8% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
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

N/A
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 Joybee GP2 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

?
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 Joybee GP2 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 Joybee GP2 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

1.3
BenQ Joybee GP2 supports HDMI 1.3, older than 88.8% of projectors and equal to 7.9% 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

10.2 Gbps
BenQ Joybee GP2 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.1% of projectors and equal to 45.4% of projectors.
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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

1
BenQ Joybee GP2 has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 42.2% of projectors.
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

no
BenQ Joybee GP2 does not support Wi-Fi. 52.7% 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

N/A
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

no
BenQ Joybee GP2 does not support Bluetooth. 50% of projectors support Bluetooth.
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

N/A
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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

no
BenQ Joybee GP2 does not have smart TV features. 43.8% of projectors have smart TV features.
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

none
Android OS

Importance: MEDIUM

no
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

no
BenQ Joybee GP2 does not come with a dedicated smartphone app. 35.6% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone 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 Joybee GP2 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 Joybee GP2 uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
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 Joybee GP2 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 Joybee GP2 offers lamp life of 20000 hours, shorter than 34.3% of projectors and equal to 27.5% of projectors.
LED light source life.
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

30,000 hours
BenQ Joybee GP2 offers eco-mode lamp life of 30000 hours, shorter than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 35.6% of projectors.
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

45 W
BenQ Joybee GP2 uses 45 W of power, less than 93.2% of projectors and equal to 1.2% of projectors.
Normal mode power draw.
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BenQ Joybee GP2 vs the average projector

  • 2 more audio input ports
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has more audio input ports than the average projector (2 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    Includes RCA stereo input.
    What it is: Number of analog audio input ports available.
    When it matters: When you connect several devices at the same time, port count matters.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ Joybee GP2 has more audio input ports than the average projector (2 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.2 vs 0
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    What it is: Built-in stereo speakers for audio playback.
    When it matters: When casual use should include left-right sound without automatically adding an external audio setup.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ Joybee GP2 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    BenQ Joybee GP2 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.
    What it is: Range of vertical keystone correction supported.
    When it matters: When the projector sits too high or too low relative to the screen and vertical image correction becomes necessary.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    BenQ Joybee GP2 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.40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    What it is: Number of screen refreshes per second, measured in hertz.
    When it matters: When motion clarity matters for gaming, sports, or fast-moving video instead of slower cinematic content only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.120 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 4 dB quieter eco mode
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (24 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
    What it is: Sound level produced in eco or quiet mode, measured in decibels.
    When it matters: When you watch in a quiet room close to the projector, lower noise matters.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (24 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.24 dB vs 28 dB
  • 1 more USB ports
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    What it is: Number of available USB ports.
    When it matters: When the projector needs to power accessories, read media, or support extra peripherals directly.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ Joybee GP2 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.2 vs 1
  • 188.9 W lower power use
    BenQ Joybee GP2 uses less power than the average projector (45 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
    Normal mode power draw.
    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

    BenQ Joybee GP2 uses less power than the average projector (45 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.45 W vs 233.9 W
  • 81.9% lighter weight
    BenQ Joybee GP2 is lighter than the average projector (0.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    Without battery.
    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 Joybee GP2 is lighter than the average projector (0.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.0.56 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    BenQ Joybee GP2 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.
  • 1 more USB ports
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Includes memory card slot
    BenQ Joybee GP2 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • Includes VGA
    BenQ Joybee GP2 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 2 more audio input ports
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has more audio input ports than the average projector (2 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 4 dB quieter eco mode
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (24 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
  • 188.9 W lower power use
    BenQ Joybee GP2 uses less power than the average projector (45 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 81.9% lighter weight
    BenQ Joybee GP2 is lighter than the average projector (0.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
  • 159.2 mm narrower width
    BenQ Joybee GP2 is narrower than the average projector (140.3 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • 74.5 mm lower height
    BenQ Joybee GP2 is shorter than the average projector (52.5 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.

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Image Quality
Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • 90.9% dimmer image
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • No HDR10 support
    BenQ Joybee GP2 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Low native resolution
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
  • Lower output resolution
    BenQ Joybee GP2 supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (2400:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • No 3D support
    BenQ Joybee GP2 does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D playback.
    No supported 3D playback format is stated.
  • 90 inch smaller image size
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower projection size than the average projector (160 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Limited HDMI format
    BenQ Joybee GP2 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
  • Older HDMI version
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.3 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    BenQ Joybee GP2 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No RS-232 control
    BenQ Joybee GP2 does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • 60% weaker audio output
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower audio output power than the average projector (4 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2x2W.
  • Basic light source
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 10 older model
    BenQ Joybee GP2 was released earlier than the average projector (2,011 vs 2,021). The average projector was released in 2,021.
    November 2011
  • 0.5 W higher standby power
    BenQ Joybee GP2 uses more standby power than the average projector (1 W vs 0.5 W). The average projector uses 0.5 W of standby power.
  • 90.9% dimmer image
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (200 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 Joybee GP2 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.200 vs 2,200
  • No HDR10 support
    BenQ Joybee GP2 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
    What it is: Support for HDR10 high dynamic range standard.
    When it matters: When you want the projector to handle mainstream HDR movie and streaming content instead of standard dynamic range only.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    BenQ Joybee GP2 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Limited HDMI format
    BenQ Joybee GP2 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/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 Joybee GP2 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 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

    BenQ Joybee GP2 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.1 vs 2
  • Older HDMI version
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.3 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    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

    BenQ Joybee GP2 has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.3 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.1.3 vs 2.0
  • Basic light source
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    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 Joybee GP2 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.led vs laser
  • Low native resolution
    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    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

    BenQ Joybee GP2 has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.1280x800 vs 1920x1080
  • Lower output resolution
    BenQ Joybee GP2 supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1280x800 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 Joybee GP2 supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.1280x800 vs 1920x1080
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Image Quality
Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power

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United Kingdom
amazon
3.4
19 Reviews
amazon
5.0
1 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about BenQ Joybee GP2?

  • Highly portable and lightweight (approx. 565g)
  • Integrated iPhone/iPod 30-pin dock for easy playback and charging
  • Extensive connectivity including HDMI, USB, and SD card slots
  • Long-lasting LED light source (rated for 20,000 to 30,000 hours)
  • Short-throw ratio allows for large images in small spaces
  • User-friendly interface and backlit touch controls
  • Includes a portable carrying case and a remote control

What customers dislike about BenQ Joybee GP2?

  • Limited brightness (200 ANSI lumens), making it difficult to use in lit rooms
  • Average image quality with reported issues like blown-out highlights and reddish skin tones
  • Small text and fine details can appear blurred
  • Lack of optical zoom functionality
  • Audible fan noise, particularly when not in Eco mode
  • Internal speakers and audio output are often described as tinny or weak
  • No built-in ceiling mount mode (image remains upside down if mounted)

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trustedreviews.com
20/01/2012
BenQ Joybee GP2 Review - Trusted Reviews

The Trusted Reviews evaluation of the BenQ Joybee GP2 highlights the device as a highly portable, palm-sized DLP projector featuring a long-life LED light source and versatile connectivity, including a built-in Apple dock and HDMI port. It is praised for providing a user-friendly, colorful on-screen display and capable standalone media playback for portable, large-screen viewing....Read more

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cnet.com
20/05/2012
BenQ Joybee GP2 review - CNET Would you like to compare this model's specifications against its successor, the Joybee GP3?

Here is a summary of the BenQ Joybee GP2 projector review: The BenQ Joybee GP2 is a highly compact, lightweight (560g), and affordable portable projector designed primarily for business use and casual entertainment. Key advantages highlighted in the review include its extreme portability, decent overall image quality under optimum dark-room conditions, and an easy-to-navigate...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
23/02/2012
BenQ Joybee GP2 Mini-Projector - Review 2012 - PCMag UK

BenQ Joybee GP2 Review Summary The BenQ Joybee GP2 ($599) is a highly portable, 1.2-pound palmtop DLP projector designed for versatility and on-the-go multimedia use. Upgraded with a native WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution and 200 ANSI lumens of brightness, it features a long-lasting, mercury-free LED light source rated for up to 30,000 hours in eco mode. Its standout features include a...Read more

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projectorcentral.com
30/04/2012
BenQ Joybee GP2 Pocket Projector Review

The ⁠BenQ Joybee GP2 Pocket Projector is an exceptionally versatile mini-projector designed to cater to both small business meetings and personal entertainment on the go. A standout pro highlighted in the review is its innovative embedded Apple docking connector on top, which allows users to directly plug in, charge, and control compatible iPhones and iPods using the included...Read more

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hightechdad.com
05/03/2012
A Theater in a Box - BenQ JoyBee GP2 Portable Projector

The BenQ JoyBee GP2 is an ultra-portable mini projector designed with family entertainment and business travel in mind. Featuring a native WXGA resolution and 200 ANSI lumens of brightness, it offers a 1.13 short throw ratio that allows users to project large, 16:10 aspect ratio images from very short distances. The device is highly praised for its exceptional portability and...Read more

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smh.com.au
16/03/2012
Hands on: BenQ JoyBee GP2 mini projector - SMH

The BenQ Joybee GP2 mini projector is a highly portable, 3-LED unit that improves upon its predecessor with 200 ANSI lumens brightness, a 1280 x 800 resolution, and an integrated iPhone/iPod dock. Its key advantages include exceptional versatility for business presentations with native file support for documents and PDFs, allowing for laptop-free, two-meter wide projections....Read more

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cybershack.com.au
01/03/2012
Review: Joybee GP2 Projector - CyberShack

The CyberShack review rates the BenQ Joybee GP2 palmtop projector 4 out of 5 shacks, praising it as a small, reliable, and highly portable device suited for both personal use and traveling salespeople. Priced at an RRP of $699, the projector offers a native resolution of 1200 x 800, a contrast ratio of 2400:1, and a brightness of 200 lumens. Weighing only 560 grams, it is highly...Read more

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smh.com.au
14/03/2012
Hands on: BenQ JoyBee GP2 mini projector - SMH

The Sydney Morning Herald review positions the BenQ JoyBee GP2 as a highly portable, $699 mini projector designed for travel, featuring a built-in Apple iPhone/iPod dock and diverse connectivity options, including HDMI and VGA. While praised for its 565-gram weight and versatility, the device requires a darkened room to overcome its 200 ANSI lumens brightness limitation, and it...Read more

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focus.de
20/03/2012
Luxury Projector for the iPhone: Benq Joybee GP2

for the BenQ Joybee GP2 mini-projector: The BenQ Joybee GP2 is evaluated as a highly versatile multimedia pocket projector that offers massive technological upgrades over older miniature projector generations. Reviewers praise its lightweight, compact frame (weighing just 560 grams) and its impressive short-throw optics, which can effortlessly produce a bright 42-inch screen even...Read more

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focus.de
20/03/2012
Benq Joybee GP2 - Luxury Projector for the iPhone

The ⁠BenQ Joybee GP2 is highlighted as a compact, luxury mini-projector tailor-made for iOS ecosystem users. Weighing just 600 grams (excluding its power adapter and cables), this portable device is highly celebrated for its exceptional variety of side-mounted connections and its dedicated iPhone/iPod dock. It offers great software versatility, boasting full compatibility with any...Read more

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01net.com
21/03/2012
A good mini projector for iPhone

The BenQ Joybee GP2 is a robust and ultra-compact DLP LED mini-projector priced at €499, specifically engineered for on-the-go media consumption and mobile professionals. Its standout feature is an integrated Apple dock designed for older iOS devices like the iPhone 3GS, 4G, 4S, and selected iPod touch generations, which lets users effortlessly stream content directly from native...Read more

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01net.com
25/04/2012
BenQ Joybee GP2: A Mini Projector for iPhone [Video]

The BenQ Joybee GP2 is an ultra-portable LED mini projector that stands out for its integrated docking station built specifically for Apple devices, including the iPhone 3GS, 4G, 4S, and two generations of the iPod Touch. This unique design allows users to seamlessly project stored videos directly from their devices as well as stream content directly from apps like YouTube. Highly...Read more

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01net.com
12/01/2012
BenQ Joybee GP2 Datasheet - 01net.com

The BenQ Joybee GP2 is a highly compact, palm-sized mini DLP projector designed for on-the-go tech enthusiasts and Apple users, commercialized at an estimated price of €499.00. The editorial review praises its extensive multimedia compatibility and compact footprint, measuring just 14 x 5.2 x 13 cm and weighing a light 0.56 kg, making it easily transportable inside its included...Read more

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macitynet.it
22/07/2012
Benq Joybee GP2: the all-purpose mini projector that also pairs with iPhone

The BenQ Joybee GP2 mini projector is praised as a highly versatile, palmtop device that successfully balances traditional projector performance with ultra-portable convenience. The reviewer notes several prominent pros, starting with its massive selection of connection options, including an integrated standard Apple dock, HDMI, VGA, component, USB, and an SD card slot. It delivers...Read more

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digitailing.nl
17/11/2011
BenQ introduces Joybee GP2 mini projector

The Digitailing review highlights the PocketBook Era Lite (tested alongside its companion Flip Cover) as a high-quality e-reader that delivers a major display upgrade over lower-tier models. A core standout feature is its 7-inch E Ink Carta 1300 screen boasting a sharp 300 PPI resolution. This newer-generation panel provides excellent contrast, remarkably sharp text, and a...Read more

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digitailing.nl
17/11/2011
The GP2 is very pleasant to use

The PocketBook Era Lite e-reader delivers an impressive reading experience by pairing refined hardware with an open ecosystem. A major highlight of this model is its 7-inch E Ink Carta 1300 display, which provides sharper text and significantly better contrast than the older display technology used on the standard Era. Combined with its lightweight, ergonomic design and physical...Read more

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