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  • Avg. price: ~£680
  • ANSI lumens: 300
  • Native panel resolution: 1280x800
  • Throw ratio: 1.16:1

BenQ Joybee GP3 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

4.7

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%

4.7

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Poor
4.7

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%

4.8

Image Quality

22.0%

4.6

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.2

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

5.2

Audio & Features

8.0%

3.5

Connectivity

6.0%

6.3

Design & Power

Poor
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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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 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

  • 6.9
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    10

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    1.0

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Smart TV features

  • 3.3
    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%

    1.3

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    5.2

    Audible noise

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £680

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Verdict

The BenQ Joybee GP3 is a palm-sized DLP mini projector featuring a native WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution, 300 ANSI lumens of brightness, and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. Designed for mobile entertainment, it includes a built-in 30-pin iPhone/iPod dock, integrated 4W stereo speakers with SRS WOW HD technology, and a short-throw lens capable of projecting a 40-inch image from just one metre away. Its main advantages are its portability, wireless streaming capabilities via DLNA, and a long-lasting LED light source that offers up to 30,000 hours in Eco Mode. Notable drawbacks include its reliance on an older 30-pin connector for Apple devices, the lack of manual optical zoom, and limited brightness which necessitates a dark environment for the best viewing experience.

Technical Specifications of BenQ Joybee GP3

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%

?

Image Quality

22.0%

?

Projection & Lens

12.0%

?

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

?

Audio & Features

8.0%

?

Connectivity

6.0%

?

Design & Power

4.7
BenQ Joybee GP3 has a technical score of 4.72 points, which is lower than 90.2% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
BenQ Joybee GP3 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.3% 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%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

6.9

Price

5.4
BenQ Joybee GP3 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.4 points, which is lower than 73.7% 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

300
BenQ Joybee GP3 reaches 300 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 87.1% of projectors and equal to 2.9% 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

10,000:1
BenQ Joybee GP3 has a contrast ratio of 10000:1, higher than 44% of projectors and equal to 6.8% 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 GP3 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 GP3 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

1.16:1
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

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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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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

yes
BenQ Joybee GP3 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 4 (802.11n)
BenQ Joybee GP3 supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), more modern than 49.8% of projectors and equal to 5.6% of projectors.
Wi-Fi via bundled wireless adapter.
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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
Infrared remote included.
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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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 uses 45 W of power, less than 93.2% of projectors and equal to 1.2% of projectors.
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BenQ Joybee GP3 vs the average projector

  • 2 more audio input ports
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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
  • 188.9 W lower power use
    BenQ Joybee GP3 uses less power than the average projector (45 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
    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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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.
    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

    BenQ Joybee GP3 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.30000 hours vs 20000 hours
  • Includes memory card slot
    BenQ Joybee GP3 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
    What it is: Slot for external memory devices such as USB drives or SD cards.
    When it matters: When you want to play stored media directly from removable storage instead of always connecting another playback device.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ Joybee GP3 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 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.
  • Includes memory card slot
    BenQ Joybee GP3 includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • Includes VGA
    BenQ Joybee GP3 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • DLNA certification
    BenQ Joybee GP3 is DLNA-certified, while the average projector is not. 8.9% of projectors are DLNA-certified.
  • 2 more audio input ports
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 188.9 W lower power use
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 is shorter than the average projector (52.5 mm vs 127 mm). The average projector has a height of 127 mm.

Total
Image Quality
Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • 86.4% dimmer image
    BenQ Joybee GP3 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (300 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • No HDR10 support
    BenQ Joybee GP3 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Low native resolution
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1280x800 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • Narrower color gamut
    BenQ Joybee GP3 has a lower color gamut coverage than the average projector (95% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
  • 0.02 inch smaller DMD chip
    BenQ Joybee GP3 has a lower DMD chip size than the average projector (0.5 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
  • 90 inch smaller image size
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
  • No RS-232 control
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 3 dB louder operation
    BenQ Joybee GP3 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 8 older model
    BenQ Joybee GP3 was released earlier than the average projector (2,013 vs 2,021). The average projector was released in 2,021.
    May 2013
  • 86.4% dimmer image
    BenQ Joybee GP3 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (300 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 GP3 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (300 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.300 vs 2,200
  • No HDR10 support
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Limited HDMI format
    BenQ Joybee GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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 GP3 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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Overall
Image Quality
Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about BenQ Joybee GP3?

  • Highly portable, palm-sized design weighing approximately 560g
  • Impressive lamp life of up to 30,000 hours in Eco Mode
  • Supports wireless sharing and projection from smart devices
  • Short-throw capability (40-inch image at just 1 metre distance)
  • Integrated iPhone/iPod dock for immediate media access
  • Variety of inputs including USB, SD card slot, and mini HDMI
  • Built-in 2W speakers with SRS WOW HD technology for improved audio clarity

What customers dislike about BenQ Joybee GP3?

  • Limited brightness (300 ANSI lumens) requires a very dark room for best results
  • Fan noise can be noticeable during operation (measured at 33 dB)
  • Connectivity issues reported with certain Wi-Fi dongles and newer Mac/iOS versions
  • Internal battery is often sold separately rather than included
  • Bulky power cable can detract from its overall portability
  • No lens cover included to protect the optics during travel

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Hisense M2 Pro

Projectors

7.7
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LG CineBeam HU70LS

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6.7
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Epson EpiqVision Mini EF21

Projectors

6.5
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BenQ GS50

Projectors

6.5
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Optoma ZW350E

Projectors

6.3
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Epson EB FH52

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6.5
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ULTIMEA Poseidon E100

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6.9
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Anker Nebula Capsule 3 Laser

Projectors

6.6
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Epson EH TW5700

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6.4

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