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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£2,550
  • Avg. price in US: ~$3,000
  • ANSI lumens: 3200
  • Native panel resolution: 2716x1528
  • Throw ratio: 1.15-1.5:1

BenQ W4000i review. Compare 85 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among projectors and if it is worth buying.

7.3

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%

7.5

Technical Score

10.0%

5.9

User score

Very good
7.5

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%

8.6

Image Quality

22.0%

4.9

Projection & Lens

12.0%

8.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

7.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

9.3

Connectivity

6.0%

5.6

Design & Power

Very good
5.9

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%

8.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 6.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.1

    Input lag

    25.0%

    1.0

    Refresh rate

    20.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    10.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    10.0%

    2.5

    Audio output power

  • 8.4
    Portable

    Score components:

    35.0%

    6.5

    Weight

    20.0%

    ?

    Has A Built-In Speaker

    15.0%

    10

    Bluetooth connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    15.0%

    10

    Smart TV features

  • 7.4
    Home theatre

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Output Resolution

    25.0%

    10

    HDR10 support

    20.0%

    1.0

    Dolby Vision support

    15.0%

    8.7

    ANSI lumens

    10.0%

    5.8

    Audible noise

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Verdict

The BenQ W4000i is a high-end 4K UHD home cinema projector that utilizes a 4LED light source to deliver 3,200 ANSI lumens of brightness and a light source life of up to 30,000 hours in Eco mode. It features a 0.65-inch DLP chipset with HDR-PRO technology, supporting HDR10, HLG, and HDR10+ with local contrast enhancement across 1,000+ zones. A standout characteristic is its out-of-the-box color accuracy, covering 100% of the DCI-P3 and Rec.709 color gamuts with factory calibration. Main pros include its exceptional sharpness, class-leading color reproduction, flexible 2D lens shift (vertical 0–60%, horizontal ±15%), and an integrated Android TV dongle with native Netflix support. However, notable cons include a significant 50% drop in brightness when the Wide Color filter is engaged, black levels that can struggle in non-dedicated dark rooms, and a basic 5W mono speaker system.

Technical Specifications of BenQ W4000i

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%

8.6

Image Quality

22.0%

4.9

Projection & Lens

12.0%

8.1

HDMI & Gaming

10.0%

7.5

Audio & Features

8.0%

9.3

Connectivity

6.0%

5.6

Design & Power

7.5
BenQ W4000i has a technical score of 7.5 points, which is higher than 90.7% 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%

8.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

5.9
BenQ W4000i has a user score of 5.9 points, which is lower than 94.5% 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.
1.0
BenQ W4000i has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 55.3% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.3

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

5.4
BenQ W4000i has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.4 points, which is lower than 73.7% of products in this category.
ANSI lumens
What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

Importance: HIGH

3,200
BenQ W4000i reaches 3200 ANSI lumens, brighter than 73.9% of projectors and equal to 3.3% of projectors.
Contrast ratio
What it is: Ratio of brightest white to darkest black displayed by the projector.
When it matters: When you watch movies in a dark room, stronger contrast matters.

Importance: HIGH

2,000,000:1
BenQ W4000i has a contrast ratio of 2000000:1, higher than 88.4% of projectors and equal to 1.9% of projectors.
Dynamic contrast ratio.
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

2716x1528
BenQ W4000i uses a native resolution of 2716x1528, higher than 89.5% of projectors and equal to 2.1% 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

3840x2160
BenQ W4000i 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

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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

1.15-1.5:1
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

1.5 m
BenQ W4000i needs a minimum throw distance of 1.5 m, longer than 78.8% of projectors and equal to 7.2% of projectors.
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 W4000i 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

1.3
BenQ W4000i offers a zoom ratio of 1.3, wider than 39.5% of projectors and equal to 13.7% 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 W4000i 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

17.9 ms
BenQ W4000i has input lag of 17.9 ms, lower than 67.5% of projectors and equal to 1.8% of projectors.
In 4K.
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

yes
BenQ W4000i supports ALLM. 79.9% of projectors support ALLM.
Auto-switches from compatible game signals.
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 W4000i 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 W4000i supports HDMI 2.0, more modern than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 36.7% 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

18 Gbps
BenQ W4000i supports HDMI bandwidth up to 18 Gbps, higher than 48.1% of projectors and equal to 40% 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 W4000i has 2 HDMI port/s, more than 45.5% of projectors and equal to 47% of projectors.
One additional internal HDMI socket is dedicated to the Android TV dongle.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Support for Wi-Fi network connectivity.
When it matters: When the projector should handle network features, updates, or streaming functions without needing wired Ethernet only.

Importance: LOW

yes
BenQ W4000i supports Wi-Fi. 47.4% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi via included Android TV dongle.
Wi-Fi version
What it is: Supported Wi-Fi standard version.
When it matters: When wireless stability and throughput matter for streaming, updates, or projector ecosystem features.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
BenQ W4000i supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), more modern than 55.6% of projectors and equal to 29.2% of projectors.
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

yes
BenQ W4000i supports Bluetooth. 50.1% 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

5.0
BenQ W4000i supports Bluetooth 5.0, more modern than 62.9% of projectors and equal to 17.7% of projectors.
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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

yes
BenQ W4000i has smart TV features. 56.3% of projectors have smart TV features.
Android TV via included dongle.
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

yes
BenQ W4000i comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.5% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Works via BenQ Smart Control or Google Home 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 W4000i includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
Two remotes included.
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Light source type
What it is: Type of light source used by the projector.
When it matters: When maintenance expectations, startup behavior, brightness stability, and long-term running costs all matter in the buying decision.

Importance: LOW

led
BenQ W4000i uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
4LED.
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 W4000i does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
What it is: Expected operational lifespan of the lamp in standard mode, measured in hours.
When it matters: When you care about running costs and maintenance intervals, light-source lifespan matters.

Importance: LOW

20,000 hours
BenQ W4000i offers lamp life of 20000 hours, shorter than 34.3% of projectors and equal to 27.5% 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

30,000 hours
BenQ W4000i offers eco-mode lamp life of 30000 hours, shorter than 59.6% of projectors and equal to 35.6% of projectors.
Operating power consumption
What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

Importance: LOW

380 W
BenQ W4000i uses 380 W of power, more than 88.4% of projectors and equal to 1.1% of projectors.
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BenQ W4000i vs the average projector

  • Higher contrast ratio
    BenQ W4000i has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (2000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Dynamic 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

    BenQ W4000i has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (2000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.2,000,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Higher output resolution
    BenQ W4000i 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 W4000i supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.3840x2160 vs 1920x1080
  • High native resolution
    BenQ W4000i has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    What it is: Native resolution of the display panel or imaging device.
    When it matters: When picture sharpness matters enough that you want to know the projector's true native imaging resolution, not just supported input formats.

    Importance: HIGH

    BenQ W4000i has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.2716x1528 vs 1920x1080
  • 45.5% higher brightness
    BenQ W4000i has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    What it is: Brightness output measured in ANSI lumens.
    When it matters: When you watch with ambient light or on a large screen, higher brightness matters.

    Importance: HIGH

    BenQ W4000i has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.3,200 vs 2,200
  • Supports geometric warping
    BenQ W4000i supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
    Supports warping patterns up to 24x15.
    What it is: Support for geometric image warping on irregular surfaces.
    When it matters: When the projector must work on an off-angle setup or irregular surface instead of a perfectly aligned flat screen.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W4000i supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • Supports HDR10+
    BenQ W4000i supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
    What it is: Support for HDR10+ dynamic high dynamic range format.
    When it matters: When you care whether the projector supports dynamic HDR metadata rather than static HDR formats alone.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W4000i supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports ALLM
    BenQ W4000i supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
    Auto-switches from compatible game signals.
    What it is: Automatically reduces input lag when gaming.
    When it matters: When you play fast games, lower latency matters.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W4000i supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    BenQ W4000i 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 W4000i supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    BenQ W4000i has a higher contrast ratio than the average projector (2000000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
  • Higher output resolution
    BenQ W4000i supports a higher output resolution than the average projector (3840x2160 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
  • 45.5% higher brightness
    BenQ W4000i has higher ANSI lumens than the average projector (3,200 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
  • High native resolution
    BenQ W4000i has a higher native panel resolution than the average projector (2716x1528 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
  • Supports HDR10+
    BenQ W4000i supports HDR10+, while the average projector does not. 15.6% of projectors support HDR10+.
  • Supports pixel shifting
    BenQ W4000i supports pixel shifting, while the average projector does not. 28.4% of projectors support pixel shifting.
  • 0.18 inch larger DMD chip
    BenQ W4000i 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.
  • Supports HLG
    BenQ W4000i supports HLG, while the average projector does not. 42.7% of projectors support HLG.
  • Supports geometric warping
    BenQ W4000i supports geometric warping, while the average projector does not. 8.6% of projectors support geometric warping.
  • 50 inch larger projection size
    BenQ W4000i has a higher projection size than the average projector (300 inch vs 250 inch). The average projector has 250 inch of projection size.
  • Supports ALLM
    BenQ W4000i supports ALLM, while the average projector does not. 20.3% of projectors support ALLM.
  • Supports frame interpolation
    BenQ W4000i supports frame interpolation, while the average projector does not. 39.9% of projectors support frame interpolation.
  • 9.1 ms Low input lag
    BenQ W4000i has a lower input lag than the average projector (17.9 ms vs 27 ms). The average projector has 27 ms of input lag.
  • Supports HDMI ARC
    BenQ W4000i supports HDMI ARC, while the average projector does not. 36.1% of projectors support HDMI ARC.
  • Built-in Chromecast
    BenQ W4000i supports built-in Chromecast, while the average projector does not. 27.3% of projectors support built-in Chromecast.
  • Includes S/PDIF output
    BenQ W4000i has an S/PDIF output, while the average projector does not. 17.2% of projectors have an S/PDIF output.
  • Supports AirPlay
    BenQ W4000i supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 41.6% of projectors support AirPlay.
  • Supports Bluetooth
    BenQ W4000i supports Bluetooth, while the average projector does not. 49.9% of projectors support Bluetooth.
  • 1 more RJ45 ports
    BenQ W4000i has more RJ45 ports than the average projector (1 vs 0). The average projector has 0 RJ45 ports.
  • 1 more USB ports
    BenQ W4000i has more USB ports than the average projector (2 vs 1). The average projector has 1 USB ports.
  • Includes memory card slot
    BenQ W4000i includes an external memory slot, while the average projector does not. 34.9% of projectors include an external memory slot.
  • Includes VGA
    BenQ W4000i includes VGA input, while the average projector does not. 43.1% of projectors include VGA input.
  • Supports Dolby Atmos
    BenQ W4000i supports Dolby Atmos, while the average projector does not. 14.9% of projectors support Dolby Atmos.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    BenQ W4000i 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
    BenQ W4000i supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.6% of projectors support smartphone app control.
  • Supports voice commands
    BenQ W4000i supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 37.1% of projectors support voice commands.
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    BenQ W4000i has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.

Total
Image Quality
Projection & Lens
HDMI & Gaming
Connectivity
Audio & Features
Design & Power
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    BenQ W4000i has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
  • 15 % less horizontal lens shift
    BenQ W4000i has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (15 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
  • 0.44 m longer throw distance
    BenQ W4000i has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.
  • 50% weaker audio output
    BenQ W4000i 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 W4000i has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    4LED.
  • 146.1 W higher power consumption
    BenQ W4000i uses more power than the average projector (380 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
  • 2 dB louder operation
    BenQ W4000i has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
  • 2.13x heavier
    BenQ W4000i is heavier than the average projector (6.6 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
  • 121 mm wider body
    BenQ W4000i is wider than the average projector (420.5 mm vs 299.5 mm). The average projector has a width of 299.5 mm.
  • 167 mm thicker
    BenQ W4000i is thicker than the average projector (312 mm vs 145 mm). The average projector has a thickness of 145 mm.
  • Basic light source
    BenQ W4000i has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    4LED.
    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 W4000i has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.led vs laser
  • 15 % less horizontal lens shift
    BenQ W4000i has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (15 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.
    What it is: Horizontal lens shift adjustment range for image positioning.
    When it matters: When you want cleaner off-center placement without relying as heavily on digital keystone correction.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    BenQ W4000i has fewer horizontal lens shift than the average projector (15 % vs 30 %). The average projector has 30 % horizontal lens shift.15 % vs 30 %
  • 0.44 m longer throw distance
    BenQ W4000i has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of 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

    BenQ W4000i has a higher throw distance than the average projector (1.5 m vs 1.06 m). The average projector has 1.06 m of throw distance.1.5 m vs 1.06 m
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    BenQ W4000i has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 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 W4000i has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • 50% weaker audio output
    BenQ W4000i 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.
    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 W4000i 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.5 W vs 10 W
  • 146.1 W higher power consumption
    BenQ W4000i uses more power than the average projector (380 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.
    What it is: Average power consumption during normal operation.
    When it matters: When electricity use and heat output matter because the projector runs for long sessions or frequent daily use.

    Importance: LOW

    BenQ W4000i uses more power than the average projector (380 W vs 233.9 W). The average projector uses 233.9 W of power.380 W vs 233.9 W
  • 35.6% lower user score
    BenQ W4000i has a lower user score than the average projector (5.90 vs 8.000).
    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.
    BenQ W4000i has a lower user score than the average projector (5.90 vs 8.000).5.9 vs 8
  • 2 dB louder operation
    BenQ W4000i has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 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 W4000i has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.32 dB vs 30 dB
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amazon
4.0
1 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about BenQ W4000i?

  • Exceptional out-of-the-box color accuracy due to factory calibration
  • Outstanding brightness (up to 3,200 ANSI lumens) suitable for some ambient light
  • Excellent 4K sharpness and detail reproduction from the 0.65-inch DMD chip
  • Deep color coverage reaching nearly 100% of the DCI-P3 gamut
  • Long-lasting 4LED light source with up to 30,000 hours in ECO mode
  • Flexible installation with vertical and horizontal lens shift plus 1.3x zoom
  • Low input lag (approx. 18ms at 4K/60Hz) making it good for gaming
  • Integrated Android TV (QS02 dongle) with full Netflix support

What customers dislike about BenQ W4000i?

  • Compromise between color and brightness: Wide Color Gamut filter reduces brightness by up to 50%
  • Black levels, while decent for DLP, cannot match high-end native 4K laser projectors
  • Poor HDR performance in Filmmaker Mode, which can look too dark or grey
  • Weak 5W mono speaker system lacks stereo separation and power
  • High operational fan noise (up to 32dB in Normal mode)
  • Occasional DLP 'rainbow effect' fringing visible to sensitive users
  • Android TV interface can feel slightly sluggish compared to dedicated devices
  • Lack of 4K/120Hz support for high-end gaming consoles

Expert reviews

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whathifi.com
03/08/2023
BenQ W4000i review - Projectors - What Hi-Fi?

The BenQ W4000i is a high-end, 4K home theatre DLP projector powered by a long-lasting four-LED lighting system that eliminates the need for frequent lamp replacements. In testing, it delivered a spectacularly vibrant, sharp, and realistic HDR experience, highlighted by its exceptional 3200 lumens of peak brightness and rare 100 per cent coverage of the DCI-P3 digital cinema colour...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
26/02/2024
BenQ W4000i Review - Trusted Reviews

The BenQ W4000i is an outstanding 4K LED home cinema projector featuring full HDR10+ support, DCI-P3 CinematicColor accuracy, and a compact design with integrated Android TV. Its key strengths, according to Trusted Reviews testing, lie in its vibrant, high-brightness picture performance that effectively handles high dynamic range content for a superior, theater-like experience....Read more

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expertreviews.co.uk
04/01/2024
BenQ W4000i review: High-end home 4K home cinema for less

BenQ W4000i Review Summary The BenQ W4000i is a high-end 4K home cinema projector designed for enthusiasts that replicates a authentic cinema experience at a mid-range price of £2,699. Using a four-LED light source boasting 3,200 ANSI lumens, it utilizes pixel-shifting technology on its DLP chip to deliver incredibly sharp, detailed, and naturally textured 4K images. It excels with...Read more

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avforums.com
21/09/2023
BenQ W4000i (HT4550i) 4K 4LED DLP Projector Review - AVForums

The BenQ W4000i (HT4550i) 4LED DLP projector, awarded an ⁠AVForums "Best Buy," delivers exceptional, pre-calibrated, and accurate images in Filmmaker Mode, making it ideal for dedicated dark rooms. Its 4LED light source ensures consistent brightness, while offering superb 4K upscaling and motion handling, along with an integrated smart TV system. AVForums However, the review notes a...Read more

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stereonet.com
22/07/2023
BenQ W4000i LED 4K Home Cinema Projector Review

The StereoNET review of the BenQ W4000i 4K LED projector highlights it as a top performer in its price class, offering exceptional out-of-the-box color accuracy, high-end 4LED sharpness, and improved HDR, making it a significant leap over predecessors. Key strengths include the innovative HDR Pro technology, which enhances image depth and vibrancy, along with a compact design...Read more

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whathifi.com
20/07/2023
BenQ W4000i Sound+Image review

The BenQ W4000i is a premium home cinema projector that offers excellent color accuracy, vibrant contrast, and native-level 4K resolution using 4X pixel-shifting technology. It features solid-state LED lamps rated for 20,000 hours of use and outputs a strong 3200 ANSI lumens, making its "Eco" mode ideal for screens under 100 inches. The review praises its highly realistic skin tones...Read more

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gadgetguy.com.au
15/06/2023
BenQ W4000i home theatre projector (review)

The BenQ W4000i is a high-end DLP home theatre projector powered by a 4LED light source, delivering a peak brightness of 3200 ANSI lumens and exceptional colour accuracy covering 100% of the DCI-P3 and Rec.709 color spaces. Retailing for $4,999 AUD, it uses a two-phase pixel-shifting system to produce a sharp 4K UHD image up to five metres in size. A standout feature is its...Read more

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projectorreviews.com
03/07/2023
BENQ W4000i/HT4550i 4K 4LED Projector Review

Summary The BenQ W4000i (sold as the HT4550i in certain regions) is a 4K UHD home theater projector powered by a high-performance 4LED light engine that provides impressive visual performance for an MSRP of $2,999. It delivers an exceptional out-of-the-box picture, exceeding its manufacturer brightness rating by reaching 3,470 ANSI lumens in testing. Utilizing a larger 0.66" DLP...Read more

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rehders.de
23/08/2023
BenQ W4000i – Calibrated 4K projector with long-lasting LED light source and HDR10+

The BenQ W4000i is a high-performance 4K home cinema projector that stands out for its factory-calibrated color accuracy and long-lasting 4LED light source, which offers up to 30,000 hours of life in Eco mode. It utilizes XPR shift technology to deliver UHD resolution and is notably one of the few projectors to support HDR10+ for dynamic tone mapping, alongside standard HDR10, HLG,...Read more

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netzwelt.de
02/03/2024
BenQ W4000i Review: 4K LED Projector with Smart Features and HDR10+

The review from Netzwelt gives the BenQ W4000i a solid 1.7 "good" rating (on a 1 to 6 scale where 1 is best), highlighting it as a highly capable, factory-calibrated 4K home cinema projector priced at €2,999. Utilizing a 0.65-inch DMD chip with XPR pixel-shifting technology, it effectively renders sharp UHD content and stands out as one of the first home theater projectors to...Read more

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prad.de
22/06/2023
BenQ W4000i Review: Calibrated 4K Home Cinema Projector

The BenQ W4000i is a premium 4K home cinema projector featuring an advanced 4LED light source, a rated brightness of 3,200 lumens, and an impressive lifespan of up to 30,000 hours. It is highly praised for its exceptional, class-leading color accuracy, as each unit arrives individually factory-calibrated to deliver 100% coverage of both the Rec. 709 and DCI-P3 color spaces. The...Read more

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av-magazin.de
26/06/2023
BenQ W4000i Review – Setup & Operation", "Review: BenQ W4000i – Top-Calibrated 4K Projector with LED Power and Streaming Apps", "Review: BenQ W4000i 4...

The BenQ W4000i home cinema projector features a matte black chassis designed to minimize distracting light reflections in theater setups. Setting up the device is highly versatile due to its 1.3x optical zoom, extensive horizontal/vertical lens shift, and keystone correction features. Its overhauled user interface boots into a streamlined "Basis Menu" for beginners, while an...Read more

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prad.de
22/06/2023
BenQ W4000i Review: Calibrated 4K Home Theater Projector

The BenQ W4000i is a 4K home cinema projector equipped with a 4LED light source that utilizes an extra blue diode filtered into green to significantly boost brightness output. In terms of performance pros, the projector slightly exceeds its marketed specifications in "Bright" mode by hitting 3,260 lumens. However, for optimal viewing, the calibrated "Cinema" mode delivers a highly...Read more

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heimkinoraum.de
10/05/2023
BenQ W4000i Review - Find out if it's worth buying

The BenQ W4000i is an innovative 4LED home cinema projector that addresses traditional lamp and laser limitations by delivering an impressive brightness of up to 3,200 lumens. Utilizing a unique fourth blue LED alongside a larger 0.65-inch DLP chip, it yields exceptional sharpness, an increased in-image contrast, and highly natural color accuracy for both SDR and HDR content. Key...Read more

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hifitest.de
18/07/2023
BenQ W4000i Projector Review: Excellent

The BenQ W4000i is a high-end, smart home cinema projector that transitions away from traditional UHP lamps to a modern, energy-efficient four-LED light source. Retaining a chassis style similar to its predecessor (the W5700), the device delivers up to 3,200 lumens of brightness and features native 1080p resolution, which scales up to 4K (3840 x 2160) using XPR2 technology. Out of...Read more

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av-magazin.de
18/07/2023
BenQ W4000i Review – Go Straight to the Test Results", "BenQ W4000i Review – Jump Directly to the Results

The AV-Magazin review gives the BenQ W4000i a score of "very good to outstanding" and highly praises its features. A big pro is the 4LED light source that lasts up to 30,000 hours, ensuring long-term movie fun. The review also cheers the factory color calibration for Rec.709 and DCI-P3 standards, which gives you perfect colors right out of the box. Setting it up is very easy thanks...Read more

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mondoprojos.fr
14/05/2023
BenQ W4000i Review", "Testing the BenQ W4000i

The BenQ W4000i (known as the HT4550i in the US) is a 4K home theater projector that utilizes a larger 0.65-inch DMD chip and an innovative hybrid 4 LED/phosphor light source. Delivering an advertised 3,200 lumens, it marks a significant evolution for LED projection by successfully overcoming previous limitations in brightness and contrast. Right out of the box, the projector boasts...Read more

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on-mag.fr
04/11/2023
BenQ W4000i Review: A highly impressive long-throw projector for home theater and gaming

The ON-mag review gives the BenQ W4000i a perfect 5/5 score, highlighting it as an exceptional 4LED Ultra HD (4K) projector priced at €2990 that excels in dedicated home theater spaces as well as ambient-lit living rooms. It is praised for its incredibly easy physical installation, facilitated by precise manual rings for 1.3x optical zoom, sharpness, and handy horizontal and...Read more

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fr.heimkinowelten.de
26/06/2023
Optoma UHZ2000 vs BenQ W4000i: Home Cinema Projector Comparison

This review compares two popular 4K home cinema projectors priced under €3,000: the BenQ W4000i and the Optoma UHZ2000. In terms of core specifications, both models offer similar light outputs, with the Optoma at 3400 lumens and the BenQ at 3200 lumens. They also share a nearly identical low input lag of 17–18 ms, making both well-suited for casual gaming. However, their technical...Read more

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elchapuzasinformatico.com
26/06/2023
BenQ W4000i: Full Review and In-Depth Analysis

The BenQ W4000i is lauded for delivering exceptional 4K image quality, driven by a 4LED light source producing 3,200 ANSI lumens, which rivals high-end televisions in color accuracy (100% DCI-P3) and performance. Key advantages include full HDR10+ support, low input lag for gaming, an included Android TV dongle, and, despite its high brightness, superior, nuanced black levels in...Read more

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es.heimkinowelten.de
26/06/2023
Optoma UHZ2000 vs BenQ W4000i Home Theater Projector Comparison

The reviewed projectors, the BenQ W4000i and the Optoma UHZ2000, are highly popular home cinema options priced under €3,000, each leveraging distinct illumination technologies to offer long-lasting, maintenance-free performance. The BenQ W4000i features a 4LED light source paired with a newer 0.65" DLP chipset, yielding exceptional out-of-the-box color accuracy (factory calibrated...Read more

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it.heimkinowelten.de
26/06/2023
Home Cinema Projector Comparison: Optoma UHZ2000 vs BenQ W4000i

The Heimkinowelten comparison review evaluates two highly popular 4K home cinema projectors priced under €3,000: the Optoma UHZ2000 and the BenQ W4000i. Both units deliver outstanding image quality, but they cater to different environments and user preferences. The Optoma UHZ2000 uses a compact, white housing, making it highly integrated into modern living room spaces. Powered by a...Read more

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avmagazine.it
03/05/2023
BenQ W4000i Preview: First Measurements

The AV Magazine review highlights the BenQ W4000i as a highly compelling mid-range 4K DLP home theater projector that utilizes a powerful 4LED solid-state light source. Tested as a pre-production model, the reviewer praised its exceptional out-of-the-box color precision and high brightness, measuring over 1,800 calibrated lumens, making it fully capable of illuminating large screens...Read more

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