BenQ
BenQ X500i
A solid mid-range pick in the projectors line-up, with 2200 ANSI lumens up front.
56/100
2200 ANSI lumens4K4LEDAndroid TV0.69~0.83AirPlay, Chromecast
£1,390best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- HDR10
- Ultra short throw
- Auto keystone correction
- Below-average brightness
Score profile
Scored against the projectors classWhere the BenQ X500i wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Image
Native resolution4
Display technology4
Brightness2200
DCI-P3 coverage100
HDR10Yes
Throw ratio0.69
Ultra short throwYes
Max refresh240 Hz
Game mode input lag4 ms
Light source
Light source4
Lens
Auto keystone correctionYes
Inputs and outputs
HDMI eARCYes
Optical outYes
Wireless castingAirPlay, Chromecast
Smart TV
Smart TV OSAndroid TV
Audio
Built-in speakers10 W
Dolby AtmosYes
Design
Weight3.6 kg
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowBenQ X500i vs BenQ BenQ TK700ST
BenQ X500iBenQ TK700ST
| BenQBenQ X500iThis page | BenQBenQ TK700ST | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 56 /100 | 57 /100Better |
| Brightness lumens | 2200 | 3000Better |
| Max resolution | 4 | 4 |
| Light source | 4 | Laser |
Who it's for
Is the BenQ X500i 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.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the BenQ X500i worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 56/100 against other projectors, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 50.
What stands out on the BenQ X500i?
Its hdr10 stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the BenQ TK700ST?
The BenQ TK700ST scores 57/100 versus this one at 56/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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