Projectors / BenQ W2720i vs BenQ W2720i
BenQ W2720i vs BenQ W2720i
BenQ W2720i
Superb 4LED colour and 240Hz gaming — held back by near-zero lens shift.
Wins overall by 0.0 points
Quick Verdict
The BenQ W2720i wins by 0.0 points, which is not enough to settle it. Superb 4LED colour and 240Hz gaming — held back by near-zero lens shift. Pick on the specs that matter to you, not the overall score.
The BenQ W2720i and BenQ W2720i are both current-generation projector models, and they're priced almost identically ($1,966 vs $1,966). On Picture Quality, the BenQ W2720i leads (8.0 vs 8.0/10) — detail, contrast and overall image once properly set up. On Brightness, the BenQ W2720i leads (7.0 vs 7.0/10) — usable light output, and how much ambient light it tolerates. On Color, the BenQ W2720i leads (9.0 vs 9.0/10) — colour gamut coverage and accuracy out of the box. Overall, the BenQ W2720i scores 7.4/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.4/10 for the BenQ W2720i, though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | BenQ W2720i | BenQ W2720i |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1966.00 | $1966.00 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Resolution | Native 1920x1080 panel with pixel shifting to place 3840x2160 on screen — not a native 4K panel (0.47-inch TI DMD with four-phase pixel shift) | Native 1920x1080 panel with pixel shifting to place 3840x2160 on screen — not a native 4K panel (0.47-inch TI DMD with four-phase pixel shift) |
| Brightness | 2,500 ANSI lumens rated, measured 2,704 in Bright mode but only 1,595 in the accurate Filmmaker mode | 2,500 ANSI lumens rated, measured 2,704 in Bright mode but only 1,595 in the accurate Filmmaker mode |
| Light Source | 4LED — BenQ's four-channel LED, not laser | 4LED — BenQ's four-channel LED, not laser |
| Throw Ratio | 1.0:1 to 1.3:1 — standard throw | 1.0:1 to 1.3:1 — standard throw |
| Contrast Ratio | 2,000,000:1 dynamic with light-source dimming; native contrast is not published | 2,000,000:1 dynamic with light-source dimming; native contrast is not published |
| HDR Formats | HDR10, HDR10+ and HLG; no Dolby Vision | HDR10, HDR10+ and HLG; no Dolby Vision |
| Refresh Rate & Input Lag | Up to 240Hz at 1080p; accepts 4K/120 but downsamples to 1080p/120. Input lag 6.5ms at 1080p/240 | Up to 240Hz at 1080p; accepts 4K/120 but downsamples to 1080p/120. Input lag 6.5ms at 1080p/240 |
| Smart Platform | Android TV via the bundled QS02 dongle, with licensed Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video and Disney+ | Android TV via the bundled QS02 dongle, with licensed Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video and Disney+ |
| Built-in Speakers | 2x 5W with four sound modes and Dolby Atmos passthrough over eARC | 2x 5W with four sound modes and Dolby Atmos passthrough over eARC |
| Lens Shift | Vertical ±5% only — effectively negligible | Vertical ±5% only — effectively negligible |
| Auto Setup | 2D auto keystone ±30 degrees vertical and horizontal, with 8-point correction | 2D auto keystone ±30 degrees vertical and horizontal, with 8-point correction |
| Light Source Life (hrs) | 20,000 hours in normal mode, 30,000 in eco | 20,000 hours in normal mode, 30,000 in eco |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | White | White |
Category Scores
Picture Quality
The BenQ W2720i and BenQ W2720i are level here, at 8.0/10 each. detail, contrast and overall image once properly set up is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Brightness
The BenQ W2720i and BenQ W2720i are level here, at 7.0/10 each. usable light output, and how much ambient light it tolerates is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Color
The BenQ W2720i and BenQ W2720i are level here, at 9.0/10 each. colour gamut coverage and accuracy out of the box is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Gaming
The BenQ W2720i and BenQ W2720i are level here, at 9.0/10 each. refresh rate, input lag, VRR and ALLM support is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Smart Platform
The BenQ W2720i and BenQ W2720i are level here, at 7.0/10 each. built-in apps, licensed streaming services and how responsive the interface is is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Built-in Sound
The BenQ W2720i and BenQ W2720i are level here, at 6.0/10 each. onboard speaker power and whether you can live without external audio is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Setup & Placement
The BenQ W2720i and BenQ W2720i are level here, at 6.0/10 each. lens shift, zoom, auto keystone and how forgiving placement is is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Value
The BenQ W2720i and BenQ W2720i are level here, at 7.0/10 each. performance and features relative to price is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Best For
Pros & Cons
BenQ W2720i
Pros
- +4LED gives excellent colour volume — 95 to 100% DCI-P3 without a laser's speckle
- +240Hz at 1080p with 6.5ms lag is genuinely competitive for gaming
- +Real home-cinema optics and picture processing rather than a lifestyle design
Cons
- −±5% lens shift is close to useless — placement is rigid and you will rely on keystone
- −Brightness drops from 2,704 to 1,595 lumens once you switch to an accurate picture mode
- −Reviewers found the bundled QS02 dongle stayed locked in HDR10 mode and did not switch dynamic range correctly
- −No Dolby Vision
- −BenQ runs several parallel Amazon listings for this model
BenQ W2720i
Pros
- +4LED gives excellent colour volume — 95 to 100% DCI-P3 without a laser's speckle
- +240Hz at 1080p with 6.5ms lag is genuinely competitive for gaming
- +Real home-cinema optics and picture processing rather than a lifestyle design
Cons
- −±5% lens shift is close to useless — placement is rigid and you will rely on keystone
- −Brightness drops from 2,704 to 1,595 lumens once you switch to an accurate picture mode
- −Reviewers found the bundled QS02 dongle stayed locked in HDR10 mode and did not switch dynamic range correctly
- −No Dolby Vision
- −BenQ runs several parallel Amazon listings for this model
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FAQs
Is the BenQ W2720i or BenQ W2720i better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the BenQ W2720i comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Picture Quality, the BenQ W2720i or the BenQ W2720i?+
The BenQ W2720i scores higher on Picture Quality (8.0/10 vs 8.0/10) — detail, contrast and overall image once properly set up.
Which is better for Brightness, the BenQ W2720i or the BenQ W2720i?+
The BenQ W2720i scores higher on Brightness (7.0/10 vs 7.0/10) — usable light output, and how much ambient light it tolerates.
Which is better for Color, the BenQ W2720i or the BenQ W2720i?+
The BenQ W2720i scores higher on Color (9.0/10 vs 9.0/10) — colour gamut coverage and accuracy out of the box.
Which is better for Gaming, the BenQ W2720i or the BenQ W2720i?+
The BenQ W2720i scores higher on Gaming (9.0/10 vs 9.0/10) — refresh rate, input lag, VRR and ALLM support.
Is the BenQ W2720i worth the price difference over the BenQ W2720i?+
They're priced the same ($1,966), so the decision comes down to which specific features and scores matter more to you rather than budget.
What's the warranty on the BenQ W2720i vs the BenQ W2720i?+
The BenQ W2720i ships with a 12-month warranty; the BenQ W2720i ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
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