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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£1,060
  • Avg. price in US: ~$1,200
  • ANSI lumens: 2000
  • Native panel resolution: 1920x1080
  • Throw ratio: 1.5-1.65:1

BenQ W1720 review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

6.1

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%

5.8

Technical Score

10.0%

8.9

User score

Good
5.8

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%

7.2

Image Quality

22.0%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.2

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

3.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

4.9

Connectivity

6.0%

3.9

Design & Power

Good
8.9

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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(418)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Excellent
  • 7.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    5.5

    Input lag

    25.0%

    10

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    2.5

    Audio output power

  • 4.9
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    8.1

    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

  • 6.8
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    5.6

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    5.2

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The BenQ W1720 is a compact 4.2kg DLP home cinema projector that delivers true 4K UHD resolution (3840 x 2160) with 8.3 million distinct pixels and supports both HDR10 and HLG formats. Its primary strength lies in its CinematicColor technology, which utilizes an RGBRGB colour wheel to achieve 100% Rec.709 colour accuracy, ensuring factory-calibrated, natural-looking images straight out of the box. Additional pros include a 2,000 ANSI lumen brightness suitable for darkened rooms, 3D compatibility (at 1080p), and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. However, notable cons include the lack of lens shift for flexible positioning, no built-in smart apps or wireless streaming, and a standard lamp life that is significantly shorter (4,000 hours in normal mode) compared to modern LED or laser alternatives.

Technical Specifications of BenQ W1720

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

42.0%

7.2

Image Quality

22.0%

5.0

Projection & Lens

12.0%

5.2

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

3.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

4.9

Connectivity

6.0%

3.9

Design & Power

5.8
BenQ W1720 has a technical score of 5.76 points, which is lower than 54.5% 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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(418)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

8.9
BenQ W1720 has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than 88.4% 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.
10
BenQ W1720 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 83.9% 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%

6.1

Overall score

40.0%

4.9

Price

5.7
BenQ W1720 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.7 points, which is lower than 63.3% 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

2000
BenQ W1720 reaches 2000 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 54.5% of projectors and equal to 5.2% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

10,000:1
BenQ W1720 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 W1720 uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 60.1% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

Importance: HIGH

3840x2160
BenQ W1720 supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Projection technology
What it is: Projection imaging technology used by the projector.
When it matters: When color character, contrast behavior, and overall image personality matter before you compare brightness alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

1.5-1.65:1
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 W1720 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

1.1
BenQ W1720 offers a zoom ratio of 1.1, narrower than 86.1% of projectors and equal to 12.2% 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 W1720 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

50 ms
BenQ W1720 has input lag of 50 ms, higher than 76.5% of projectors and equal to 2.9% of projectors.
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 W1720 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 W1720 does not support VRR. 1.9% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
What it is: Version of the HDMI standard supported.
When it matters: When source devices push newer HDMI features, refresh rates, or bandwidth levels that older ports may limit.

Importance: LOW

2.0
BenQ W1720 supports HDMI 2.0, more modern than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 36.7% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports use 2.0 and 1.4.
Max HDMI bandwidth
What it is: Maximum bandwidth supported by HDMI inputs, measured in Gbps.
When it matters: When newer consoles, gaming PCs, or media boxes need more HDMI throughput than older projectors can handle.

Importance: LOW

18 Gbps
BenQ W1720 supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.1% of projectors and equal to 40% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 18 and 10.2 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
What it is: Number of available HDMI input ports.
When it matters: When you need a console, streamer, set-top box, and another source connected at the same time without swapping cables.

Importance: LOW

2
BenQ W1720 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 W1720 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 W1720 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 W1720 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 W1720 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 W1720 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

lamp
BenQ W1720 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 W1720 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

4,000 hours
BenQ W1720 offers lamp life of 4000 hours, longer than 77.2% of projectors and equal to 9.9% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in eco mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

10,000 hours
BenQ W1720 offers eco-mode lamp life of 10000 hours, longer than 69.5% of projectors and equal to 6.8% 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

330 W
BenQ W1720 uses 330 W of power, more than 77.4% of projectors and equal to 2.3% of projectors.
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BenQ W1720 vs the average projector

  • Higher output resolution
    BenQ W1720 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    What it is: The resolution the projector can actually display through its imaging system.
    When it matters: When you want to know the actual image detail the projector can put on screen rather than just the source format it accepts.

    Importance: HIGH

    BenQ W1720 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • Supports pixel shifting
    BenQ W1720 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
    What it is: Uses pixel shifting to increase perceived image resolution.
    When it matters: When you want more perceived detail than the native panel alone would provide, especially on bigger screens.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W1720 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    BenQ W1720 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
    What it is: Support for HDMI ARC to send audio to external devices.
    When it matters: When you use a soundbar, receiver, or speakers, audio output options matter.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W1720 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    BenQ W1720 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 W1720 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 W1720 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 W1720 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
  • 1 more audio input ports
    BenQ W1720 has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.
    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 W1720 has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.1 vs 0
  • Supports HLG
    BenQ W1720 supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
    What it is: Support for HLG HDR broadcast format.
    When it matters: When broadcast-style HDR compatibility matters in addition to movie-focused HDR formats.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W1720 supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 1 more USB ports
    BenQ W1720 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 W1720 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.2 vs 1
  • Higher output resolution
    BenQ W1720 supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    BenQ W1720 supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    BenQ W1720 has a higher refresh rate than the average projector (120 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • Supports HLG
    BenQ W1720 supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    BenQ W1720 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.
  • 50 inch larger image size
    BenQ W1720 has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    BenQ W1720 supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • 1 more USB ports
    BenQ W1720 has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Includes VGA
    BenQ W1720 includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • 1 more audio input ports
    BenQ W1720 has more audio input ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 audio input ports.

Total
Overall
Image Quality
Projection & Lens
Connectivity
Audio & Features
  • 9.1% dimmer image
    BenQ W1720 has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (2,000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • 0.2 2x narrower zoom range
    BenQ W1720 has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.
  • 23 ms higher input lag
    BenQ W1720 has a higher input lag than the average projector (50 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
  • Limited HDMI format
    BenQ W1720 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
  • No Wi-Fi support
    BenQ W1720 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • No sleep timer
    BenQ W1720 does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.8% of projectors have a sleep timer.
  • 50% weaker audio output
    BenQ W1720 has a lower audio output power than the average projector (5 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
  • Basic light source
    BenQ W1720 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    BenQ W1720 has a lower lamp life than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
  • 3 dB louder operation
    BenQ W1720 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 96.1 W higher power use
    BenQ W1720 uses more power than the average projector (330 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 10,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    BenQ W1720 has a lower lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
  • 1 dB louder eco mode
    BenQ W1720 has a higher audible noise in eco mode than the average projector (29 dB vs 28 dB). The average projector has 28 dB of audible noise in eco mode.
  • 35.5% heavier weight
    BenQ W1720 is heavier than the average projector (4.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 53.5 mm wider body
    BenQ W1720 is wider than the average projector (353 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • Basic light source
    BenQ W1720 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 W1720 has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.lamp vs laser
  • No Wi-Fi support
    BenQ W1720 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 W1720 does not support Wi-Fi, while the average projector does. 52.6% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
  • 23 ms higher input lag
    BenQ W1720 has a higher input lag than the average projector (50 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of 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

    BenQ W1720 has a higher input lag than the average projector (50 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.50 ms vs 27 ms
  • 0.2 2x narrower zoom range
    BenQ W1720 has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.1 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 W1720 has a lower zoom ratio than the average projector (1.1 vs 1.3). The average projector has 1.3 of zoom ratio.1.1 vs 1.3
  • Limited HDMI format
    BenQ W1720 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    What it is: Highest HDMI input format supported by the projector.
    When it matters: When you want to confirm the exact signal format the projector can accept from high-end modern sources.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    BenQ W1720 supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.4K/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No sleep timer
    BenQ W1720 does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.8% of projectors have a sleep timer.
    What it is: Feature that automatically turns off the projector after a set time.
    When it matters: When you want the projector to shut itself down automatically after a viewing session instead of staying on unnecessarily.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W1720 does not have a sleep timer, while the average projector does. 80.8% of projectors have a sleep timer.
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    BenQ W1720 has a lower lamp life than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of 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

    BenQ W1720 has a lower lamp life than the average projector (4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.4000 hours vs 20000 hours
  • 3 dB louder operation
    BenQ W1720 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    What it is: Sound level produced during operation, measured in decibels.
    When it matters: When you watch in a quiet room close to the projector, lower noise matters.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W1720 has a higher audible noise than the average projector (33 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.33 dB vs 30 dB
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Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
418 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about BenQ W1720?

  • Excellent value for money as an entry-level 4K UHD projector
  • High color accuracy with 100% Rec.709 coverage and factory calibration
  • Compact and lightweight design (4.2kg) suitable for easy mounting
  • Support for HDR10 and HLG content providing vivid picture quality
  • User-friendly remote control featuring a helpful backlight for dark rooms
  • Decent performance in low-light environments with 2000 lumens of brightness

What customers dislike about BenQ W1720?

  • Lack of lens shift requires precise physical positioning for setup
  • Built-in 5W mono speaker is underwhelming and lacks depth for cinema
  • Throw ratio (1.50 – 1.65) offers limited flexibility for smaller rooms
  • Noticeable fan noise, especially when operating in standard brightness modes
  • Some users report severe 'blue halo' side effects when viewing up close
  • Relatively low contrast ratio (10000:1) results in average black level performance

Expert reviews

M
mondoprojos.fr
27/04/2019
Test BenQ W1720 : l'avis de Grégory (English version provided in article)

The BenQ W1720 is a 4K XPR simulation DLP home cinema projector that serves as a highly successful upgrade over the flawed W1700 model. Evaluated on MondoProjos.fr, the projector is highly praised for its spectacular factory-calibrated color accuracy that perfectly aligns with Rec.709 standards straight out of the box. It provides a stunning visual sharpness and handles...Read more

H
hifitest.de
24/05/2019
BenQ W1720 Projector Review

The BenQ W1720 is a budget-friendly 4K HDR home cinema projector that succeeds the popular W1700, positioning itself near the €1,000 mark. The standalone standout feature of this model is its factory calibration for the Rec. 709 (BT.709) standard color space, which includes an individual test report inside the box—a luxury typically reserved for high-end models like the W2700. By...Read more

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BenQ W1720 Home Theater Projector with 2000 Lumens and 3840 x 2160 4K UHD Resolution

The BenQ W1720 is a 4K UHD home cinema projector designed as the successor to the popular W1700, featuring a native resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels and 2000 ANSI lumens. A major upgrade in this model is its support for HLG and HDR10 standards, ensuring compatibility with modern high-quality 4K content from streaming services and UHD Blu-rays. It utilizes an RGBRGB color wheel to...Read more

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audiovision.de
12/10/2020
BenQ W1720 Review: Image Quality, Color Accuracy, and Home Cinema Performance

BenQ W1720 Projector Review Summary The BenQ W1720 is a budget-friendly 4K entry-level home cinema projector that offers strong out-of-the-box performance thanks to its excellent factory calibration. Utilizing a 0.47-inch single-DMD DLP chip paired with XPR shift technology, it interpolates standard 1080p resolution into a visibly finer, pixel-structure-free image that lands between...Read more

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mondoprojos.fr
27/04/2019
BenQ W1720 Review: Grégory's Verdict", "BenQ W1720 Test: Grégory's Opinion

The BenQ W1720 is a 4K XPR simulation DLP home cinema projector that serves as a highly successful, budget-friendly successor to the problematic W1700. Priced under €1200, it excels by delivering exceptional out-of-the-box color accuracy that aligns closely with Rec.709 standards, effectively making professional calibration unnecessary. It is equipped with an RGBRGB color wheel, a...Read more

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01/05/2019
BenQ W5700 versus BenQ W1720

The BenQ W5700 and BenQ W1720 are two 4K simulation projectors with a significant price gap, costing €2799 and €1199 respectively. The reviewer tested both models using a Panasonic UBD820 player on a 2.5-meter Lusoscreen Dark Star screen, comparing scenes from the Alien Covenant 1080P Blu-ray and the Sicario 4K UHD Blu-ray. In the comments, the reviewer also answers reader questions...Read more

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