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BenQ W2700i Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£9Native panel resolution:1920x1080ANSI lumens:2000Throw ratio:1.13-1.47:1Lamp life:4000 hours

BenQ W2700i Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

BenQ W2700i
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
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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 distribution
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▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

90%

7.1

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

▲Better than 71% of projectors
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

★Better than 99%
7.1

Technical score

Technical score
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

42%

7.9

Image Quality

22%

5.3

Projection & Lens

12%

6.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.4

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

4.7

Design & Power

▲Better than 72%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
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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 distribution
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▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▼Worse than 78%
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Technical Specifications of projector BenQ W2700i

Technical score
Technical score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components:

42%

7.9

Image Quality

22%

5.3

Projection & Lens

12%

6.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.4

Audio & Features

8%

9.1

Connectivity

6%

4.7

Design & Power

7.1
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

6.9

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
6.9/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 64% of models
Popularity:
BenQ W2700i has a popularity score of 6.9 points, which is higher than 64% of projectors.
6.9
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

10

Price

8.0
ANSI lumens
2000
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 2000 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 54.2% of projectors and equal to 5.2% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
30,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 30000:1, higher than 64.2% of projectors and equal to 1% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1920x1080
This projector uses a native resolution of 1920x1080, higher than 26.2% of projectors and equal to 59.7% of projectors.
Uses XPR pixel-shifting for 4K output.
Output Resolution
3840x2160
This projector supports output resolution up to 3840x2160, higher than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 26.1% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.13-1.47:1
Min throw distance
0.75 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 0.75 m, shorter than 76.5% of projectors and equal to 0.9% of projectors.
Max projection size
300 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 300 inch, larger than 51.9% of projectors and equal to 37.9% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
1.3
Market range: <1.1 – >2.1
This projector offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 39.5% of projectors and equal to 13.7% of projectors.
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
83.34 ms
Market range: <8 ms – >68 ms
This projector has input lag of 83.34 ms, higher than 93.7% of projectors and equal to 0.5% of projectors.
At 4K/60Hz.
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not support ALLM. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
2
This projector supports HDMI 2, more modern than 45.3% of projectors and equal to 36.8% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
18 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 47.7% of projectors and equal to 40.1% of projectors.
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N. of HDMI ports
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45% of projectors and equal to 47.7% of projectors.
Plus 1 internal HDMI port dedicated to the included streaming dongle.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi via included Android TV dongle.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 29.4% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
4.2
This projector supports Bluetooth 4.2, more modern than 56.1% of projectors and equal to 6.8% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
Android
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.9% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
BenQ Smart Control app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
lamp
This projector uses lamp light source technology, less advanced than 67.1% of projectors and equal to 33% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
4,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 4,000 hours, longer than 77.2% of projectors and equal to 9.9% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
10,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 10,000 hours, longer than 66.3% of projectors and equal to 7.8% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
340 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 340 W of power, more than 80.2% of projectors and equal to 1.1% of projectors.
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BenQ W2700i vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (95% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    95% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector 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
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    BenQ Smart Control app.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
    Motion Enhancer 4K.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • 85.56x cheaper
    BenQ W2700i is cheaper than the average projector (£9 vs £770).
    £9 vs £770
  • 23% better value for money
    BenQ W2700i has a higher value-for-money score than the average projector (8 vs 6.5).
    8 vs 6.51
  • Wider color gamut
    This projector has a higher color gamut coverage than the average projector (95% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %). The average projector has 99% Rec.709 % of color gamut coverage.
    95% DCI-P3, 100% Rec.709 % vs 99% Rec.709 %
  • Higher output resolution
    This projector 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
    This projector supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
    Via XPR technology.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This projector has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (30000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic contrast ratio.
    30,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • 41.2% higher refresh rate
    This projector 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
  • Supports HLG
    This projector supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • 0.28 m shorter throw distance
    This projector has a lower throw distance than the average projector (0.8 m vs 1 m). The average projector has 1.025 m of throw distance.
    0.75 m vs 1.025 m
  • 53.5 inch larger image size
    This projector has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    300 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • Supports frame interpolation
    This projector supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support frame interpolation.
    Motion Enhancer 4K.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    This projector supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    This projector supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 26% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    This projector has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
    Via included Android TV dongle.
  • Modern USB standard
    This projector supports a newer USB standard than the average projector (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average projector supports USB USB 2.0.
    Also includes USB 2 ports.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • 1 more USB ports
    This projector has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
    2 vs 1
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    BenQ Smart Control app.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 56.34 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (83.3 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 4K/60Hz.
    83.34 ms vs 27 ms
  • 50 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    Asymmetrical range: 0% to 10%.
    10 % vs 60 %
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector 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
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector 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.
    4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 9.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (2000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    2,000 vs 2,200
  • 105 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (340 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    340 W vs 235 W
  • 10,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector 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.
    10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 4.3% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
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    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 distribution
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    the average projector
    BenQ W2700i has a lower user score than the average projector (7.67 vs 8.000).
    7.67 vs 8
  • 9.1% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (2000 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    2,000 vs 2,200
  • 50 % less vertical lens shift
    This projector has fewer vertical lens shift than the average projector (10 % vs 60 %). The average projector has 60 % vertical lens shift.
    Asymmetrical range: 0% to 10%.
    10 % vs 60 %
  • 56.34 ms higher input lag
    This projector has a higher input lag than the average projector (83.3 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
    At 4K/60Hz.
    83.34 ms vs 27 ms
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector 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
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (lamp vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    lamp vs laser
  • 16,000 hours shorter lamp life
    This projector 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.
    4,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 105 W higher power use
    This projector uses more power than the average projector (340 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    340 W vs 235 W
  • 10,000 hours shorter eco lamp life
    This projector 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.
    10,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 80 mm wider body
    This projector is wider than the average projector (380 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    380 mm vs 300 mm
  • 118 mm thicker body
    This projector is thicker than the average projector (263 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
    263 mm vs 145 mm
  • 35.5% heavier weight
    This projector is heavier than the average projector (4.2 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    4.2 kg vs 3.1 kg

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Automated Dad
≈ estimated
01/03/2022
Hands-on review · picture modes, daylight and gaming tests
Verdict
BenQ W2700i is highly recommended for home cinema, with an excellent picture in a dark room.
9.0
all things tech
≈ estimated
24/01/2021
Hands-on review · picture, Android TV and input lag
Verdict
BenQ W2700i offers excellent value with a strong picture and Android TV, but it is not ideal for serious gamers.
9.0
Geek Street
≈ estimated
24/10/2020
Hands-on review · picture, Android TV and gaming tests
Verdict
BenQ W2700i gives a very impressive picture on large screens, with a capable Android TV side, but it is not a gaming projector.

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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stereonet.com
04/03/2021
Summary of the review
BenQ W2700i 4K Projector Review - StereoNET
hifitest.de
30/11/2020
Lab test · Android projector
Verdict
The BenQ W2700i keeps its factory-calibrated picture and adds a plug-in Android stick for streaming apps, but measured brightness falls well short of the claimed 2,000 lumens.
connect-living.de
15/04/2021
Lab test · Android TV projector
Verdict
The BenQ W2700i keeps the W2700's factory-calibrated picture and adds Android TV through a fitted stick, though its small zoom range limits where it can be placed.
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mondoprojos.fr
09/04/2023
Summary of the review
BenQ W2710i Review (Including comparison to W2700i)
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proyectagato.com
15/03/2021
Summary of the review
BenQ W2700i Review: Analysis and Opinion
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about BenQ W2700i

  • Exceptional out-of-the-box colour accuracy with factory calibration reports
  • Excellent value for money in the entry-level 4K projector market
  • Short-throw lens allows for large screen sizes (e.g., 100 inches) from relatively short distances
  • Smooth and lag-free Android TV smart interface
  • Effective HDR-PRO technology that provides good depth and detail in high-dynamic-range content
  • User-friendly setup with features like auto-keystone and vertical lens shift
  • Convenient backlit remote control for easy navigation in dark rooms

What customers don't like about BenQ W2700i

  • Noticable fan noise, especially in Normal lamp mode
  • Occasional software bugs, such as 'split-screen' colour rendering or black bands when starting up
  • Black levels are not as deep or detailed as more expensive native 4K models
  • Netflix is a notable omission from the native onboard Android TV apps, requiring a workaround
  • Higher input lag (50-70ms) makes it less ideal for competitive gaming
  • Noticeable delay and a mechanical 'clunk' when switching between source types or HDR modes

Verdict

The BenQ W2700i is a true 4K UHD home cinema projector utilizing 0.47” single-DMD DLP technology to deliver 3840 x 2160 resolution with 8.3 million distinct pixels. It features 2000 ANSI lumens of brightness, a 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, and wide colour coverage including 95% DCI-P3 and 100% Rec.709, supported by factory-calibrated CinematicColor and HDR-PRO (HDR10/HLG) technologies. Main pros include its integrated Google-certified Android TV for seamless streaming, short-throw flexibility (100" at 8.2 feet), 1.3x zoom, and +10% vertical lens shift for easy installation. However, notable cons include a relatively high input lag of approximately 83ms at 4K/60Hz, making it less ideal for competitive gaming, and audible fan noise which reaches 30dB in normal mode.

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