BenQ X500i vs BenQ X3100i
BenQ’s 4LED Gaming Pair: Short Throw or Flagship Power?
Quick Verdict
Jump to Final VerdictChoose the BenQ X500i:
- • Short throw — big image from close range, no shadows
- • Cheaper entry into BenQ’s 4LED 4K gaming platform
- • Same fast console/PC gaming modes as the flagship
Choose the BenQ X3100i:
- • Brighter 4LED engine — handles ambient light better
- • More headroom for 120-inch-plus screens
- • Standard throw suits a permanent ceiling mount
Spec-by-Spec Comparison
| Specification | BenQ X500i | BenQ X3100i |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,499 | $1,799 |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Brightness | 2,200 lumens | 3,300 lumens |
| Input Lag | 4ms | 4.2ms |
| Max Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 240Hz |
| Contrast Ratio | — | 15,000:1 |
| Technology | DLP | DLP |
| Throw Type | Short | Standard |
| Weight | 11 lbs | 18.75 lbs |
| Owner Rating | — | 3.6/5 |
| Reviews | 0 | 578 |
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Final Verdict
Both run BenQ’s 4LED 4K gaming platform with the same low-lag, high-refresh modes and Android TV streaming, so the choice comes down to room and budget. The X500i is the short-throw: a big image from close range, ideal for bedrooms and apartments where the projector sits near the screen. The X3100i is the brighter flagship with more headroom for large screens and some ambient light. Small room or tabletop setup: X500i. Dedicated gaming den with a 120-inch ambition: X3100i.
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