When I think of a projector, the first thought I have is a movie theater. It’s now possible to bring a theater-like experience into your home! A projector is the latest and greatest for at home entertainment. To showcase the power of projectors. we’re going to take a deep dive with the BenQ 4K Gaming Projector. Trust me when I say, once you set this up, your TV will gather dust.
As a gamer in the 90s, I thought a television was all I needed to have the best gaming experience. That mindset has completely changed with how our world has grown. Gaming has completely transformed from my Atari and Sega days into fully immersive home theater experiences. It’s all about the big screen size, the loud sound, the bright colors and the high-definition visuals. All this is possible with the power of the BenQ 4K Gaming Projector.
Key Features of the BenQ 4K Gaming Projector
- 4K UHD 8.3M pixel resolution
- Projector-optimized HDR10/HLG
- 3000lm high brightness
- Short throw projector and rotate adjustment
- Four custom sound modes
Seeing is Believing
The world’s first 4K HDR gaming projector shines bright with 4K visuals at 60Hz with a 16ms response time. This projector packs a punch and you’ll be floored by the visual quality. Having a projector that outputs at 4K future proofs your set up for years to come. Modern day consoles can now output to 4K so you’ll be able to enjoy the clearest picture available.
The BenQ projector has an incredibly high brightness at 3000 lumens with HDR compatibility. I played Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy on PlayStation 5, and being able to turn on HDR changed my gaming experience tremendously. Below is a screenshot of the game projected on my wall. You can see each color pop and the crisp graphics shine. This is all thanks to the true 4K UHD, the high lumens, and HDR compatibility. Depending on your space, you can adjust the screen size up to 120” to truly feel like you’re in a theater. Did I also mention this projector is full HD 3D ready? When I say this is the most gorgeous gaming experience I have had, I am not lying!
Thanks to the technology in this projector, you get hyper-realistic video quality with optimized HDR10/HLG. This means you get the sharpest resolution, the smoothest gaming experience, and mesmerizing image quality in an incredible projector.
Game Like Never Before
It was immediately apparent to me that the quality of the game was astounding. Now, it was time to see how the projector handled playing the game. My gameplay felt incredibly fluid and fast. With 4KHDR, you get low input lag — as low as 16ms — without compromising the 4K image. BenQ even has tailored game modes that are preset for your FPS and RPG games. Included with the projector is a 4K HDMI 2.0 cable allowing you to get the best quality. This gameplay took up my entire wall and I felt like I was in the game.
Immersive Audio
The sound you hear from the gameplay video is coming from the projector. The BenQ projector delivers epic sound quality that enhances your experience. You have four custom sound modes that you can toggle between:
- Cinema Mode – Immersive bass and high frequency performance perfect for a cinema presence
- Music Mode – Smoothly balanced performance that reproduces live concerts
- Sports Mode – Enhanced mid-frequency and vocals so you don’t miss any detail from announcers
- Game Mode –Powerful bass and crispy highs to feel the adrenaline while playing
These modes offer you multiple ways to immerse yourself in your entertainment. The projector comes with a 5W chamber speaker by Cinema Master Audio+2. This speaker offers delicate details, a deep resonate bass, and long-lasting sensual sound.
Ports and Added Features
Functionality is incredibly important and BenQ gives you two HDMI 2.0 ports for Blue-Ray players, consoles, and more. There is an audio out port for sound bars and a USB-A port. The BenQ projector is also a smart projector powered by Android TV. You’ll have access to multiple apps through the Google Play store with tons of content. With Android TV, you can also wirelessly cast your mobile device, computer and tablet to your projector providing endless entertainment in an all-in-one projector.
Final Thoughts
The BenQ 4K projector leveled up my gaming experience to new heights I never thought possible. With an incredibly easy plug-and-play start, I was ready to game immediately. My current television is 45” and I thought that was enough — boy, was I wrong. The entire wall of my living room was covered with a 120” screen size. With a screen that large, I was able to see details I couldn’t see before. If you’re looking to upgrade your movie nights or gaming moments, look no further than the BenQ 4K Gaming Projector. You will be astonished at the visual impact it has on you.
