BenQ HT2050A VS BenQ TH585P VS BenQ TK700
BenQ HT2050A VS BenQ TH585P VS BenQ TK700
BenQ HT2050A, BenQ TH585P, and BenQ TK700 are all popular BenQ gaming projectors. What are the differences between them? Which is better?
In this post, we will make a side-by-side comparison and find out the differences between the three projectors and the strengths of each model.
The side-by-side comparison below shows that BenQ HT2050A has the most interfaces; BenQ TH585P is the brightest among the three projectors; BenQ TK700 has the highest resolution.
The three projectors have similar designs but different color matching. BenQ HT2050A adopts white and grey as the main color, and BenQ TH585P is wholly white. BenQ TK700 uses a contrasting color of white and deep grey.
In terms of size and weight, BenQ TH585P is the lightest and smallest among the three projectors, which weighs only 2.79KG.
| Models | BenQ HT2050A | BenQ TH585P | BenQ TK700 |
| Size (mm) | 380.5 x 121.7 x 277 | 312 x 110 x 225 | 312 x110 x 246 |
| Weight (Kg) | 3.3 | 2.79 | 3.1 |
Among the three projectors, BenQ TK700 has the best performance in the image. BenQ HT2050A and BenQ TH585P have 1080P resolution while BenQ TK700 has 4K resolution.
Regarding brightness, BenQ HT2050A has 2,200 ANSI Lumens, BenQ TH585P has 3,500 ANSI Lumens, and BenQ TK700 has 3,200 ANSI Lumens. That’s to say, BenQ TH585P has the brightest image.
Among the three projectors, BenQ TK700 is the only one that supports HDR. For screen size, the three projectors can project a max screen of 300 inches.
| Models | BenQ HT2050A | BenQ TH585P | BenQ TK700 |
| Brightness | 1080P | 1080P | 4K UHD |
| Resolution | 2,200 ANSI Lumens | 3,500 ANSI Lumens | 3,200 ANSI Lumens |
| Contrast | 15,000:1 | 10,000:1 | 10,000:1 |
| Max Screen | 300” | 300” | 300” |
The throw ratio determines the screen size that a projector can project at a fixed distance. The shorter the throw ratio, the bigger screen the projector can project. Among the three projectors, BenQ TK700 has the shortest throw ratio. For example, if the screen size is 100”, BenQ TH585P requires 3.3m, while BenQ TK700 needs only 2.5m.
| Models | BenQ HT2050A | BenQ TH585P | BenQ TK700 |
| Throw Ratio | 1.15:1 – 1.50:1 | 1.50:1 – 1.65:1 | 1.13:1 – 1.46:1 |
BenQ HT2050A, BenQ TH585P, and BenQ TK700 are all lamp-based projectors, but they have minor differences in terms of lamp life.
Regarding the lamp, BenQ HT2050A adopts a 240W Metal Halide bulb with 3,500 hours, while BenQ TH585P and BenQ TK700 adopt a Metal Halide bulb with a lamp life of 4,000 hours.
| Models | BenQ HT2050A | BenQ TH585P | BenQ TK700 |
| Lamp Type | Metal Halide bulb | Metal Halide bulb | Metal Halide bulb |
| Lamp life | 3,500 hours | 4,000 hours | 4,000 hours |
In view of connectivity, BenQ HT2050A, BenQ TH585P, and BenQ TK700 are all equipped with HDMI and USB interfaces, but BenQ HT2050A has more HDMI and USB interfaces. BenQ HT2050A has one more USB, Composite Video in, Component Video in, and VGA interface.
As HDMI is the commonest interface. Let’s compare the HDMI interface of the three projectors.
| Models | BenQ HT2050A | BenQ TH585P | BenQ TK700 |
| Number | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Version | HDMI-1 (1.4a/HDCP1.4) HDMI-2 (1.4a/HDCP1.4) | HDMI-1 (1.4a/HDCP1.4/MHL) HDMI-2 (1.4a/HDCP1.4/MHL) | HDMI-1 (2.0b/HDCP2.2) HDMI-2 (2.0b/HDCP2.2) |
Among the three projectors, BenQ TK700 has higher versions and good compatibility.
Input lag is a core parameter of a gaming projector. If you want a smooth gaming experience, then you need to pick a projector with low input lag. Through the comparison below, we can conclude that the three projectors have the same input lag under 1080p/60. But BenQ TK700 also has good performance under the condition of 4K/60. In addition, BenQ TK700 has a dedicated FPS gaming mode.
| Models | BenQ HT2050A | BenQ TH585P | BenQ TK700 |
| Input lag | 1080p/60: 16.67ms | 1080p/60: 16.67ms | 4K/60: 16.67ms 1080p/60: 16.67ms |
Visual and audio experience are both vital for an excellent viewing experience. Let’s compare the speaker and noise of the three projectors.
| Models | BenQ HT2050A | BenQ TH585P | BenQ TK700 |
| Noise | 29/27 dB | 35/29 dB | 34/28 dBA |
| Speaker | 10W Chamber | 10W speaker | 5W Chamber |
BenQ HT2050A produces the smallest noise among the three projectors and has a 10W speaker, which has the best overall audio effect among the three projectors.
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To conclude, BenQ TK700 has the best overall performance. If you want a gaming projector with sharper images and a better gaming experience, then you can choose BenQ TK700. If you have a limited budget, then you can pick BenQ TH585P. If you are keen on audio effects and better image quality, then you can pick BenQ HT2050A. In addition, BenQ HT2050A has versatile interfaces and you can even connect the projector to some old-fashioned computers or other devices.
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