BenQ
BenQ GP520
A entry-level projector for anyone building a living-room setup, leading with 2600 ANSI lumens.
51/100
2600 ANSI lumens4KLEDGoogle TVRec.709
£1,005best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- HDR10+
- Auto keystone correction
- Built-in Netflix
- Below-average brightness
Score profile
Scored against the projectors classWhere the BenQ GP520 wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Image
Native resolution4
Brightness2600
Rec.709 coverageRec.709
HDR10+Yes
Max screen size180 "
Light source
Light sourceLED
Lens
Auto keystone correctionYes
Smart TV
Smart TV OSGoogle TV
Built-in NetflixYes
Audio
Bluetooth audio outYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowBenQ GP520 vs BenQ BenQ TK705i
BenQ GP520BenQ TK705i
| BenQBenQ GP520This page | BenQBenQ TK705i | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 51 /100 | 58 /100Better |
| Brightness lumens | 2600 | 3000Better |
| Max resolution | 4 | 4 |
| Light source | LED | — |
Who it's for
Is the BenQ GP520 right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable projector for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need the brightest, sharpest panel, in which case a higher-tier projector is the better call.
Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
okay
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the BenQ GP520 worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 51/100 against other projectors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 50.
What stands out on the BenQ GP520?
Its hdr10+ stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the BenQ TK700?
The BenQ TK700 scores 52/100 versus this one at 51/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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