BenQ W1700 (HT2550) 4K DLP Projector

Like most of the BenQ range of projectors we have tested here at AVForums, the W1700 is a well-built example that feels sturdy enough to be portable...

Offers 8.3 million pixels on screen; Image is sharp when set up correctly with difficult focus control; Tracks Rec.709 colour well in calibrated mode,...

Mediocre black levels; Lighter edge surrounding the image; Doesn't cover the wide colour gamut; Colour performance poor out of the box to Rec.709; HDR...

BenQ have launched the CineHome W1700, their debut DLP 4K UHD HFR cinema projector. Designed for the modern family, the W1700 features an 8.3MP true UHD 4K resolution, cinematic colour accuracy, and HDR capability to provide a stunning image quality.

4K TVs are getting better and better each year, but if you're looking for sheer size, nothing comes close to a projector. The trade-off is that for good home cinema projection, there are certain limitations that come to play right off the bat.

Unimpressive black levels