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  • Avg. price: ~£1,320
  • ANSI lumens: 2200
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 1.07-1.71:1

BenQ W1500 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

5.5

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%

5.4

Technical Score

10.0%

6.8

User score

Good
5.4

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%

6.3

Image Quality

22.0%

4.5

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.2

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

7.0

Audio & Features

8.0%

4.0

Connectivity

6.0%

3.8

Design & Power

Good
6.8

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%

7.9

User reviews

30.0%

4.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.0
(33)
amazon
3.6
(6)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 6.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.8

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    10

    Audio output power

  • 5.0
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.3

    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

  • 4.5
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    8.6

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    1.0

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    6.1

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    5.2

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The BenQ W1500 is a Full HD 1080p DLP home entertainment projector featuring a 6-segment RGBRGB color wheel and a brightness of 2,200 ANSI lumens. Notable for being the first of its kind with built-in 5GHz wireless WHDI technology for uncompressed HD transmission, it also offers a short-throw lens with a 1.6x zoom, vertical lens shift, and integrated dual 10W speakers. Main advantages include exceptional color accuracy adhering to the Rec. 709 standard, smooth motion via frame interpolation, and impressive 3D performance with 2D-to-3D conversion. However, it suffers from mediocre black levels that can lead to washed-out dark scenes, a very limited lens shift range, and occasional rainbow artifacts inherent to single-chip DLP technology.

Technical Specifications of BenQ W1500

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%

6.3

Image Quality

22.0%

4.5

Projection & Lens

12.0%

4.2

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

7.0

Audio & Features

8.0%

4.0

Connectivity

6.0%

3.8

Design & Power

5.4
BenQ W1500 has a technical score of 5.37 points, which is lower than 69.1% 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%

7.9

User reviews

30.0%

4.4

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.0
(33)
amazon
3.6
(6)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

6.8
BenQ W1500 has a user score of 6.83 points, which is lower than 85.1% 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.
4.4
BenQ W1500 has a popularity of 4.4 points, which is higher than 64.1% 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%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

3.5

Price

4.9
BenQ W1500 has a quality-to-price ratio of 4.9 points, which is lower than 85.2% 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

2,200
BenQ W1500 reaches 2200 ANSI lumens, brighter than 45.6% of projectors and equal to 4.7% 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 W1500 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

1920x1080
BenQ W1500 uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% 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

1920x1080
BenQ W1500 supports output resolution up to 1920x1080, higher than 24.9% of projectors and equal to 41% 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

1.07-1.71:1
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

300 inch
BenQ W1500 supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.8% of projectors and equal to 38% 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

1.6
BenQ W1500 offers a zoom ratio of 1.6, wider than 58.4% of projectors and equal to 18.6% 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 W1500 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

66 ms
BenQ W1500 has input lag of 66 ms, higher than 88.4% of projectors and equal to 0.7% of projectors.
In 1080P.
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 W1500 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 W1500 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

1.4
BenQ W1500 supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54.6% of projectors and equal to 34.1% 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 W1500 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

2
BenQ W1500 has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 47% 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 W1500 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 W1500 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 W1500 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

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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 W1500 includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
Backlit 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

lamp
BenQ W1500 uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% 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 W1500 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

3,000 hours
BenQ W1500 offers lamp life of 3000 hours, longer than 91% of projectors and equal to 4.5% of projectors.
Lamp life is resolved to 3000 hours; some sources mention 3500 hours.
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

6,000 hours
BenQ W1500 offers eco-mode lamp life of 6000 hours, longer than 79.5% of projectors and equal to 7% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
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

375 W
BenQ W1500 uses 375 W of power, more than 88% of projectors and equal to 0.2% of projectors.
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BenQ W1500 vs the average projector

  • 2 more audio input ports
    BenQ W1500 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 W1500 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 W1500 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 W1500 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    BenQ W1500 supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
    What it is: Support for frame interpolation to smooth motion.
    When it matters: When you watch sports or camera pans and want motion to look smoother than basic playback allows.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W1500 supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    BenQ W1500 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 W1500 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
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    BenQ W1500 has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    What it is: Size of the DMD chip, measured in inches.
    When it matters: When fine image detail matters and you want more hardware context behind how sharp the picture may look on a large screen.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W1500 has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.0.65 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • 2x stronger audio output
    BenQ W1500 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.
    What it is: Total audio output power of built-in speakers, in watts.
    When it matters: When you use the projector without external speakers, built-in audio matters.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W1500 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.20 W vs 10 W
  • 0.3 2x wider zoom range
    BenQ W1500 has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.6 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of 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

    BenQ W1500 has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.6 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.1.6 vs 1.3
  • 50 inch larger image size
    BenQ W1500 has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of 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

    BenQ W1500 has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.300 inch vs 250 inch
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    BenQ W1500 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    BenQ W1500 has a higher DMD chip size than the average projector (0.7 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
  • 0.3 2x wider zoom range
    BenQ W1500 has a higher zoom ratio than the average projector (1.6 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
  • 50 inch larger image size
    BenQ W1500 has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    BenQ W1500 supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • Includes VGA
    BenQ W1500 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 2 more audio input ports
    BenQ W1500 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 W1500 has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 2x stronger audio output
    BenQ W1500 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.

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Image Quality
Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Audio & Features
  • No HDR10 support
    BenQ W1500 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • 50 % less vertical lens shift
    BenQ W1500 has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
  • 20 degrees less vertical keystone correction
    BenQ W1500 offers less vertical keystone correction than the average projector (10 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
  • Limited HDMI format
    BenQ W1500 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.
  • 39 ms higher input lag
    BenQ W1500 has a higher input lag than the average projector (66 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In 1080P.
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    BenQ W1500 has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
  • Older HDMI version
    BenQ W1500 has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
  • Old HDCP version
    BenQ W1500 has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    BenQ W1500 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • Basic light source
    BenQ W1500 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 17,000 hours shorter lamp life
    BenQ W1500 has a lower lamp life than the average projector (3,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    Lamp life is resolved to 3000 hours; some sources mention 3500 hours.
  • 3 dB louder operation
    BenQ W1500 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 141.1 W higher power use
    BenQ W1500 uses more power than the average projector (375 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 14,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    BenQ W1500 has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (6,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    Eco mode rating.
  • 139.8 mm thicker body
    BenQ W1500 is thicker than the average projector (284.8 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
  • 8 older model
    BenQ W1500 was released earlier than the average projector (2,013 vs 2,021). The average projector was released in 2,021.
    July 2013
  • No HDR10 support
    BenQ W1500 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 W1500 does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.3% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Limited HDMI format
    BenQ W1500 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 W1500 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
  • Basic light source
    BenQ W1500 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp 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 W1500 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.lamp vs laser
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    BenQ W1500 has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of 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

    BenQ W1500 has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • No Wi-Fi support
    BenQ W1500 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
    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

    BenQ W1500 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • 39 ms higher input lag
    BenQ W1500 has a higher input lag than the average projector (66 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    In 1080P.
    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

    BenQ W1500 has a higher input lag than the average projector (66 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.66 ms vs 27 ms
  • 50 % less vertical lens shift
    BenQ W1500 has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    What it is: Vertical lens shift adjustment range for image positioning.
    When it matters: When you want installation flexibility without depending only on digital keystone correction.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    BenQ W1500 has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.10 % vs 60 %
  • Older HDMI version
    BenQ W1500 has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 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 W1500 has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.0). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.1.4 vs 2.0
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.0
33 Reviews
amazon
3.6
6 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about BenQ W1500?

  • Integrated 5GHz wireless HDMI (WHDI) for lossless, cable-free Full HD streaming
  • High brightness (up to 2,200 lumens) suitable for rooms with moderate ambient light
  • Excellent motion handling with creative frame interpolation to reduce judder
  • Accurate colors and skin tones, especially after calibration
  • Short-throw lens allowing for large images in smaller rooms
  • Comprehensive feature set including built-in 10W stereo speakers and back-lit remote
  • Low input lag, making it a strong choice for gaming

What customers dislike about BenQ W1500?

  • Mediocre black level performance, which can make dark scenes look washed out or grey
  • Susceptibility to 'rainbow effect' artifacts common in single-chip DLP projectors
  • Extremely limited vertical lens shift range compared to LCD competitors
  • Wireless HDMI transmitter requires its own external power source
  • 3D performance can appear dim, partly due to the dark lenses of the active glasses
  • Higher price point compared to similar models like the BenQ W1070

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25/12/2013
BenQ W1500 Home Projector - Review

The ⁠BenQ W1500 Home Entertainment Projector Review highlights this device as a premium, feature-laden flagship option engineered primarily for family rooms, living spaces, and casual home environments. Priced around $1,999, it utilizes single-chip DLP technology to produce vibrant, highly accurate colors and high native sharpness. The review heavily praises its high brightness...Read more

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avforums.com
12/12/2013
BenQ W1500 Full HD 3D Projector Review

The AVForums review of the BenQ W1500 highlights this Full HD 3D DLP projector as a flexible home entertainment option, particularly praised for its 5GHz Wireless Home Digital Interface (WHDI) transmitter that enables wireless 3D/HD streaming. Key advantages include excellent out-of-the-box color accuracy, impressive 3D performance, and convenient setup tools like vertical lens...Read more

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expertreviews.co.uk
21/10/2013
BenQ W1500 Review | Expert Reviews

The BenQ W1500 is a Full HD, 3D-ready DLP projector designed for home cinema setups, notable for including a built-in wireless HDMI system with an included transmitter dongle. On the positive side, the wireless HDMI receiver works exceptionally well for both 2D and 3D sources with minimal input lag and little video compression. The projector delivers vibrant colors and sharp images...Read more

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pcmag.com
18/10/2013
BenQ W1500 Review - PCMag

The BenQ W1500 is a 1080p 3D home entertainment projector designed to substitute or supplement a television in rooms with moderate ambient light. Evaluated by PCMag with an "Average" rating of 3.0 out of 5 stars, the device features a 2,200-lumen brightness rating, a 1.6x manual zoom, and a vertical lens shift. It delivers acceptable overall image quality with accurate skin tones,...Read more

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whathifi.com
30/03/2015
BenQ W1500 review - What Hi-Fi?

Overview and Visual Performance The BenQ W1500 is a Full HD (1920 x 1080) 3D DLP short-throw projector tested at £1400, sitting just above the award-winning W1400 model in BenQ's lineup. It shares identical specifications with its smaller sibling, including a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, 2200 lumens of brightness, and a 1.07–1.71 throw ratio that allows it to project an 84-inch screen...Read more

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projectorreviews.com
28/06/2026
BenQ W1500 Home Entertainment Projector - A First Look Review

The BenQ W1500 is presented as the flagship model of the brand's home entertainment fleet, designed primarily for multi-purpose spaces like living or family rooms rather than dedicated home theaters. A standout pro is its exceptional color performance, delivering impressive accuracy straight out of the box and calibrating beautifully. It also features a flexible 1.6:1 zoom lens,...Read more

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projectorjunkies.com
28/06/2026
BenQ W1500 full review

Overview of the BenQ W1500 The BenQ W1500 is a mid-range, home cinema DLP projector designed to bridge the gap between cheaper entry-level units like the W1070 and the flagship W7500 model. Weighing 3.8 kg, it features a Single 0.65″ DarkChip 3 DLP DMD system, a 6-segment RGBRGB color wheel running at 6X speed to eliminate the rainbow effect, and pairs with two built-in 10W...Read more

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au.pcmag.com
18/10/2013
BenQ W1500 - Review 2013 - PCMag Australia For in-depth analysis of the projector's picture quality, visit ProjectorCentral.

A major pro of the W1500 is its inclusion of advanced features typically reserved for higher-end home theaters, most notably frame interpolation to smooth out on-screen motion judder, 2D-to-3D conversion, and full color management. It also handles rainbow artifacts much better than most single-chip DLP projectors, making them rarely noticeable. Furthermore, it connects directly with...Read more

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hifitest.de
21/09/2014
BenQ W1500 Projector Review: Very Good

The BenQ W1500 is a dedicated Full HD home cinema projector that offers excellent out-of-the-box performance and high versatility, making it well-suited for both living rooms and outdoor terrace screenings. It delivers an impressive light output of 2,200 lumens (measured at 1,490 lumens in eco-mode), robust contrast ratios, and sharp, vibrant image quality that holds up even in...Read more

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cine4home.de
14/12/2014
www.Cine4Home.de (Epson EH-TW6600 Review Price BenQ W1500)

The Epson EH-TW6600(W) emerges as the overall winner in this mid-range projector comparison due to its superior installation flexibility, higher color brightness, and mature wireless integration. Its standout features include a powerful manual lens shift (up to 24% horizontal and 60% vertical) that allows off-center positioning, and a 3-chip LCD design that delivers a true "Color...Read more

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lite-magazin.de
14/05/2014
Review: BenQ W1500 – Wireless Video Transmission in the Living Room

This comprehensive review evaluates the BenQ W1500, a Full HD single-chip DLP projector designed to eliminate long, expensive HDMI cables in home theater setups. The projector stands out for its integrated wireless HDMI technology, achieved via an included WHDI transmitter dongle that easily plugs into a Blu-ray player or AV receiver to establish a stable, automatic connection. It...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
01/07/2013
BenQ W1500 Projector Review - Les Numériques

The BenQ W1500 is a premium Full HD (1920 x 1080) DLP projector that builds on the success of the W1070 by adding advanced features like built-in wireless HDMI (WHDI) transmission via a bundled adapter and highly effective motion compensation. It delivers an excellent active 3D performance entirely free of image crosstalk, accurate color reproduction (measured with a Delta E of 3.3...Read more

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01net.com
09/06/2014
BenQ W1500 Review: Bringing the Full Movie Theater Experience Home

The BenQ W1500 home theater video projector delivers highly accurate color fidelity, impressive full HD sharpness, and deep blacks that preserve a premium cinematic grain. Priced around €1,500, the standalone high-definition experience is elevated by a standout 1.6x optical zoom that projects a massive 2.17-meter diagonal image from just 2 meters away. Testers highlighted its...Read more

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avcesar.com
06/11/2013
BenQ W1500 - review, specs & benchmark - AVcesar

The AVcesar review gives the BenQ W1500 a solid rating of 7.4 out of 10, praising it as a highly capable and affordable 1080p DLP home cinema projector. The reviewer highlights several outstanding pros, including its superb image sharpness and piqué, which deliver a level of precision typical of much more expensive models. It features excellent color accuracy after an ISF...Read more

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01net.com
13/06/2014
BenQ W1500 Review: Home Cinema

The BenQ W1500 is a high-quality full HD 3D video projector that delivers exceptional picture performance designed for an authentic home cinema experience. A major highlight of this model is its high-utility hardware ecosystem, as it comes bundled with an adapter dongle that resembles a large USB flash drive. This included accessory enables convenient wireless transmission of...Read more

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forum.lesnumeriques.com
01/07/2013
BenQ W1500 Projector Review - Les Numériques Forum

The Les Numériques evaluation highlights the BenQ W1500 as a premium, feature-packed Full HD 3D projector that serves as a high-end follow-up to the successful W1070 model. A major focal point of the review is the inclusion of built-in Wireless Home Digital Interface (WHDI) technology, which allows for uncompressed wireless video transmission via an included HDMI dongle. Users...Read more

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videoprojecteurcenter.fr
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BenQ W1500 Projector Review: Balancing Technical Advances and User Comfort

The Vidéoprojecteur Center review highlights the BenQ W1500 as a technologically advanced, feature-rich DLP projector designed to succeed the highly popular W1070 model. On the positive side, the reviewer heavily praises its standout innovation: wireless HDMI connectivity, which effectively eliminates cluttered cables and provides great physical placement flexibility. Image...Read more

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mediasluis.nl
14/01/2025
Review: BenQ W1400 / BenQ W1500

The BenQ W1500 (and its sister model, the W1400) is a high-performance 1080p DLP projector designed primarily for living rooms with ambient lighting, serving as a lifelike, giant TV replacement rather than a deep-black dedicated home theater projector. Built on the foundation of the popular W1070, it upgrades significantly with a high-quality coated glass lens, a 240W lamp that...Read more

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mediasluis.nl
14/02/2003
Epson EH-TW6100 / EH-TW6100W Review (Includes Head-to-Head Comparison with BenQ W1500)

The Epson EH-TW6100W is a robust, well-designed 3LCD projector built for casual entertainment, gaming, and social gatherings in rooms with ambient lighting. Its greatest strength is its immense brightness, acting as a true "light cannon" that delivers up to 1,984 ANSI lumens in Dynamic mode and a strong 886 lumens even in Eco Cinema mode. The "W" variant introduces a highly...Read more

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