Epson 3800 vs BenQ TK700
3LCD Color vs DLP Sharpness Around $1,300
Epson 3800
BenQ TK700
Quick Verdict
Jump to Final VerdictChoose the Epson 3800:
- • 3LCD: richer color in lit rooms, no rainbow artifacts
- • Better contrast for dark-room movie nights
- • More placement flexibility (lens shift)
Choose the BenQ TK700:
- • Lower input lag — the better gaming display
- • Sharper perceived detail from the XPR DLP chip
- • Smaller, simpler, and usually cheaper
Spec-by-Spec Comparison
| Specification | Epson 3800 | BenQ TK700 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,799 | $1,299 |
| Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Brightness | 3,000 lumens | 3,200 lumens |
| Input Lag | 20.6ms | 16ms |
| Contrast Ratio | 56,000:1 | 15,000:1 |
| Technology | LCD | DLP |
| Throw Type | Standard | Standard |
| Light Source Life | 6,000 hrs | 6,000 hrs |
| Weight | 15.2 lbs | 6.8 lbs |
| Owner Rating | 4.4/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Reviews | 96 | 671 |
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Final Verdict
The Epson 3800 is the movie-first pick: 3LCD means equal white and color brightness, so colors stay rich even in living rooms with ambient light, and its contrast is stronger. The TK700 is the gaming-first pick with visibly sharper perceived 4K detail and lower input lag. Home theater with occasional gaming: Epson. Gaming den with occasional movies: BenQ.
Get the Epson 3800 — $1,799
Get the BenQ TK700 — $1,299
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