BenQ - TH575

I've heard good things re Th575 and BenQ have been good to deal with customer service wise for me. I believe th575 is only 1080p res which I actually personally prefer over 4k stuff but some might not like it for that reason. That's a lamp pj which means it has a bulb needs replacing every few thousand hours. I believe the EU is banning lamps on environmental grounds in 2026. Not sure what that would mean for you in the UK , replacement bulbs may be harder to find which was why I went for an LED PJ over a lamp this time. Benq sell refurbished models at a nice discount and a years warranty. Use the throw calculator as you have been and see which style pj would work best in your room. Feel free to ask me anything, I'm no expert but have been on the pj search journey and have some insights.

I have the th575 and I love it. But your space might be too small for it. And you’re not going to see much unless you get heavy blackout curtains. It’s a nice projector. Hav3 it for about three years now. No issues. I use it mostly in eco mode.

I did what you have. I bought a BenQ TH575, sits about 14 feet from a bare wall. The wall is a basic light grey. It's perfect. No screen required, because of the projector's built in settings. Then I have a tv service provider's streaming box connected to it, and also a google stick. We love it.

I have been using [this](https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-TH575-Projector-Enhanced-Game-Mode/dp/B0B4QV9YV6?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.u7HNh-URHcsrG25EC7m8NueCXtcHX4VLJ7Y3bbJw7wQazF-znAXE8O2-7uIpzvRbap5ptat3Kue0gmj9r_TC3XfTnmWGn6QynFZ5ikQG6SDIVEIcNJX5jGCYRjAlYNATRkMhrXeEUEbfCXHL2Y3tSUv1yae6LdeqcLgiKuscQ4HEQGcr6Ow9wN30opvv2fq4f7OBjye8Ddysk4er1tvcNvzXhNncCg2uMKR_TdyKbVk.ExKL4WrgYWyg8g_mS060-hEl6A5uZwpk0ykOsQT9d4c&dib_tag=se&keywords=BenQ+TH575&qid=1750837999&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=grok43-20&linkId=d3224b3bf60bc51981f8b9e1de5e2227&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl) from benq for a while , its a decent monitor and excellent value for money. overall a very solid option for your use case I feel

BenQ TH575 is a reasonable choice for a entry level, name brand model. Don't go any cheaper than that. As mentioned, light control is going to be a bear in that room even with light blocking shades. But, it should at least be usable with the shades down. Will be solid after dark.

The biggest issue is the extremely low 200 lumen brightness rating and the single LCD panel projection technology. The BenQ TH575, by comparison, is rated at 3,800 lumens. So, almost twenty times as bright. It's a proper projector for a big wall in a less than ideal room. 200 lumens is not. Single LCD means it is basically using a mobile phone screen to create the image. These things fail on projectors all the time. Especially if they are in high use. This thing is a toy, not a serious projector by a mile. I would skip it and just get a TV for that wall or up the budget and do a lot more digging on what projectors are and how they work. I'd look at reviews on this channel as they are really well done... [www.youtube.com/thehookup](http://www.youtube.com/thehookup) Also check out [www.projectorcentral.com](http://www.projectorcentral.com) for a TON of front projection information.

You basically lined up a bunch of no-name Chinese import models which use a mobile phone LCD screen instead of a technology designed for home theater projectors like 3LCD (Epson) or DLP (BenQ, Optoma, others). The inherent issue with these cheap models is that they often lack full color saturation or color coverage. They tend to run VERY noisy, the mobile phone screens can't handle the heat and burn up. The warranty support is generally non existent. They have a very unknown useful life with some models burning out in just a few weeks, others lasting several years. My thought is that you should watch this video and get a cheap model rather than a more expensive model. The image quality improves a bit as you spend a bit more, but they are mostly adding features rather than quality with those more expensive models... [https://youtu.be/p7pcVKvtgCE?si=3cDlYycs3b2rPNdg](https://youtu.be/p7pcVKvtgCE?si=3cDlYycs3b2rPNdg) At $500 I recommend the BenQ TH575, or whatever is least expensive 1080p/home theater from BenQ in your part of the world. It uses DLP, similar to what your local movie theater is using. It is going to last you 5+ years almost every day of the week. They offer good support, and the image will be a good deal brighter overall. That said, I have a cheap projector, that I got for $70. It is fine for what it is, but it isn't worth more than that either. Noisy, poor optics, okay image quality, not very bright, weak speaker. Very watchable for casual use in a dark room on a screen up to about 100" diagonal. Great for kids and camping.

The BenQ 1080p models tend to be very reliable and look quite good at the price point. They are a fair bit brighter than much of the LED 'portable' competition that is out there that may be similarly priced, like XGimi or JMGO. But, they are lamp based. I might seriously consider the JMGO N1 if available. Not as bright, but a solid state light source and good image quality. 500 lumens in a dark room can handle 110" diagonal just fine. I have been testing with the LG Cinebeam Q recently (about 500 lumens) and it works well on my 110" screen.

You have to take exact measurements of things. The BenQ TH575 is a comparible model to what you had before. It doesn't have quite the zoom range, but it is close. You DO want to always set a projector to 'eco' mode, or similar, which cuts fan noise drastically and allows you to get a good idea of what the fans really are like. Epson fans can be quite noisy until you drop it into low lamp mode and suddenly, it's as quiet as anything else. Make sure you FULLY understand this tool... [https://www.projectorcentral.com/BenQ-TH575-projection-calculator-pro.htm](https://www.projectorcentral.com/BenQ-TH575-projection-calculator-pro.htm) Your old model had a 1.37-1.64:1 zoom lens. The TH575 has a 1.49-1.64:1 zoom lens. So, as long as you are towards the far end of your zoom range, the TH575 will pretty much drop in as a replacement model.

DLP is a technology. Like 3LCD or single panel LCD, or LCoS. DLP is made by Texas Instruments and is found in many brands including BenQ, Optoma, Viewsonic, Acer, and others. When you talk about the projector being in line with the bottom of the screen, that is called OFFSET. Typically if it is right in line with the bottom edge of the screen when table mounted, that would be listed as 0% offset, or 100% offset. Both generally meaning the same thing. This is a common trait of brand name projectors from all the major manufacturers. It is NOT a common trait on no-name cheap Chinese import models. But, you are correct that most DLP projectors have around 100% offset. Epson's 3LCD models also typically have around that much offset as well. Be aware, if the projector must be on a table in front of you, you will have a smaller image due to the throw distance (lens to screen distance) and the image may not be as big as you would like it. This means you may want to consider a short throw projector. Short throw (not to be confused with ultra-short throw) projectors can deliver a 100" diagonal from 5-8 feet lens to screen. Personally, I would save up a couple hundred bucks more and get a good BenQ TH575 (or similar) or maybe just go for a dimmer, but solid, portable model like one from this list... [https://youtu.be/jmmGQOSAReI?si=P\_SZRvx0KpVC1Wg2](https://youtu.be/jmmGQOSAReI?si=P_SZRvx0KpVC1Wg2) There are cheap single panel projectors on the market. They can have some significant issues. No support, loud fans, etc. Plus, few of them actually have any lens offset and must be placed in the center of the screen to work right.

Nothing new. PERIOD. Projectors are more expensive than TVs by quite a bit for anything that has any quality at all. So, you have cheap no-name Chinese imports at that price new. Looking used for a BenQ 1080p home theater model like the HT2050 or the older w1070, but that's getting pretty old at this point. New, you have to up your budget to at least the BenQ TH575 for decent quality and brightness. 4K starts over $1,000 new.

BenQ TH575. Stop buying no-name cheap Chinese imported crap.

Generally speaking, you are better projecting onto your wall than a crappy, wrinkly, and mostly transparent piece of fabric. The issue is that the light bleeds through the screen and hits the wall behind it. You are losing brightness through the screen and you may get ghosting from reflected light off the wall. Instead, just use the wall. Or, get a cheap manual pull down screen that is using decent opaque fabric that won't let light pass through it. It can be had for not a ton of money. For a projector, it is highly budget specific. You've already seen with what you have that you kind of have to place a projector where it is designed to be placed. That is often MORE the case with higher priced models. You need the lens to screen a specific distance and you need the height of the projector to be near the bottom edge of the screen. The TH575 from BenQ is a solid first projector for a lot of people. The HT2050a, when they show up as refurb units is even better. From there, things go up in price and you will want to consider location, and setup, and image size and perhaps pick a model which fits your specific needs.

The TH575 is one of the cheapest decent models out there. It is 'entry level quality'. It's not a great home theater model by a long shot. The HT2060 is significantly better than the TH575. You do want to be sure about projector placement and image size as that may change what you can consider tremendously.

The HT2060 has better color rendition, better black levels, and is designed for being a quality 1080p model for home theater use. The TH575 is a decent entry level model, but has a higher chance of RBE due to a slower color wheel speed, and won't have the same color saturation or contrast. That ignores the LED vs. lamp issue completely. The HT2060 is not just a LED version of the TH575. It's a significant step up in overall quality.

BenQ TH575 is really solid for the money. Should be within your budget and refurb models can be had for around $400 from what I've seen. It's well over 1,200 REAL WORLD calibrated lumens, and in low power mode should be very quiet to use. Hook up a Amazon Firestick to add streaming and Bluetooth audio. It's a serious step up from the no-name brands like Elphas. With a 100" diagonal, the TH575 has the center of the lens 4" below the bottom edge of the screen... [https://www.projectorcentral.com/BenQ-TH575-projection-calculator-pro.htm?remove\_compare\_list=10600&g=1&mfg\_id=169&part\_id=11917](https://www.projectorcentral.com/BenQ-TH575-projection-calculator-pro.htm?remove_compare_list=10600&g=1&mfg_id=169&part_id=11917)

You gain very little outside by spending more on additional lumens. It is more about the size of the screen you intend to get and how large you plan to go. Almost any 1080p projector will fill the screen with a nice looking image. There are some cheap projectors out there, but even they look pretty good for the money spent. But, they are often quite dim. So, brand name models like Epson or BenQ are a good way to go. Not sure where you are located as that will impact your price and selection. The cheaper BenQ TH575 is a solid first projector purchase. It uses a lamp in it instead of a LED or laser light engine, but it is bright and can handle a 120" to 150" screen outside after dark just fine. You will need a video source for that type of model, like a Amazon Fire TV Stick, and a speaker like a decent Bluetooth party speaker with a battery. The projector will need to be plugged in. For more casual use, there are many portable models which can handle up to about a 100" diagonal outside just fine and this video is the one to watch about them... [https://youtu.be/jmmGQOSAReI?si=eDgUP9DgWWFvO-wd](https://youtu.be/jmmGQOSAReI?si=eDgUP9DgWWFvO-wd) Not sure what other concerns you may have, but you will want to use a throw distance calculator like the one at Projector Central and learn the terms used on the page and figure out if throw distance even matters in your setup.

The best projector Spec-wise is the BenQ TH575(i) variant comes with built in smart TV functionality as well. No other projector beats it spec wise for the price and BenQ is known to make good stuff.

BenQ Th575 (Best option for your budget IMO and will look better than the 671st because it can get brighter and has a better color wheel arrangement. It also Has a "fast mode" which in my opinion makes motion very clear. With the extra peak lumens you can also run it permanently in Smart Eco mode to extend lamp life. This is what I do on the 685p) BenQ Th685p(or non p or i variant are fine as well faster refresh than 575 but slightly lower lumens) Both are great Options. I'd grab the 575 if you can. I wouldn't use any of the ones you listed other than the 671st as they use LCD's. IMO LCD's look really bad and are prone to burn in. I would just avoid them at all costs especially when I know there are other options. Go for DLP IMO. For the best simple out of the box colors do color profile game and then in advanced settings go to temperature and set blue gain to 110 on the cool profile. The Dangbei is DLP but the brightness is quite bad. The 2 projectors I linked have around 3x the brightness and I think you'd be really disappointed with it especially for the price. The two Projectors I linked aren't small but they also aren't massive. Only around 6 pounds and could easily fit in a backpack. As someone who's first projector was an LCD don't do it. It's just not worth it. DLP is the way lamp or laser lit. Lamp for now is better in your price bracket though. Lasers are just way too dim even in light controlled environments imo.

i'd recommend a refurbished benq th575 (its back in stock currently on ebay for $501 USD) stay away from no name chinese ones like toptro also keep in mind portable projector sacrifice brightness for portability

I vote for the benq th575 as its probably the best for its price, if you can look up the benq ht2060 its one of the best under $1000

please don't waste your money on wanbo, get an actual name brand that'll last 10x longer and even though it's a little more, I highly suggest a benq th575

Do not worry about integration as it almost always sucks when compared to just buying and plugging in a Firestick, Roku, Google TV streamer etc... Projectors and especially budget projectors tend to not be hot commodities in Canada, so rarely get big discounts as a whole. Not to say there might not be $50 or $100 off on black Friday for entry level projector but deep discounts are unlikely. I have kept an eye for last few years and haven't seen much. Some higher end UST ones have started getting big sales but way beyond your budget. Depending on the sale, you might need to increase your budget a bit, but about only good option new in that range is the TH575. The issue is your throw is a bit short for a massive image so I would use Projector Centrals throw calculator. Note it is lens to screen with zero keystoning, so add the depth of the projector plus cabling plus a buffer as measurements are never 100% accurate.

TH575 is best bang for buck in that price range for new. PJ40 is dim and has been known to fail.

You are likely going to have to go used if you want to absolutely stay in budget. A new projector like the TH575 isn't on sale right now and actually slightly exceeds your budget ($750 plus tax at Best Buy) and you need about another $100 even for a cheap retractable screen. Also as bad as TV speakers are they are miles ahead of projector speakers so not required to start with something to consider getting at some point in the near future as even cheap speakers are an upgrade. Note that without a sale on this is the cheapest new option and sales usually only take $100 at most off that price. Oh you also need a ceiling mount, cabling, etc... Decide if you are willing to go used or if you can increase your budget slightly.

Yah it's tough with the JVC's, you'll have incredible black levels and contrast, but those older models just don't have enough brightness, even in a dark room it'll be tough at 120 inches. In SDR content with a new bulb, maybe it'll be good enough for you with a quality screen that has some positive gain. Unfortunately those have artifacts at the lower price level. You can't go wrong with a Benq model like the TH575 or similar which have good contrast but are significantly brighter.

They have projectors that have Android TV or Google TV built in. They are called lifestyle projectors. You will need to have the ability to control the amount of the light in the room. A screen can cost a significant percentage of the cost of a good projector. Some brands that are popular with higher lumens levels. Seenebula.com, xgimi. Keep in mind a higher lumens projector from a reputable brand is going to cost more than a TV. Don't be shocked. I have experience with both xgimi and Nebula projectors. I sold my xgimi to buy another nebula. I currently have the nebula Astro, capsule air, Mars 3, laser4k and a BenQ th575 (no built in OS). Forgot to add that you should not be fooled by projectors on various marketplaces that offer unreal lumens ratings for dirt cheap. Expect to spend $1,500+ for a decent lumens lifestyle projector and probably close to the same for a screen.

I have a 3800 lumen Benq TH575 which was one of the brighter options in my budget range new. It usually needs to be pretty dark before it works but it has a nice picture and I also used to have a similar setup, added d-rings to the front of the patio where I mount the screen. This year I upgraded and bought an inflatable 24 foot screen and the projector does great even on the bigger screen. Usually can’t start movies until around 9-9:30 due to how late it stays light in the summer in Oregon but I’m happy with it. If I could afford a brighter one maybe I’ll upgrade in a future year. Previous upgrades have been popcorn machine, propane patio heaters, inflatable couches for the kids, projector upgrade (started with a used big 720p projector that only had dvi input so I had to run an hdmi to dvi audio splitter to hook up audio/video) and a JBL party box 100 which I think next year will be upgraded to either a jbl 710 or 2 310s since I got the bigger screen I am also gonna be running outdoor movies for our church, and am thinking more sound will be needed usually for my yard the 110 is plenty, I don’t max it out for fear of waking the neighbors. First church event is next Friday so I’ll decide after that if I need more noise for the bigger public events.

I have the BenQ TH575 $600 one. It's amazing but the sound is AWFUL.

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Im running a benq th575, 3800 lumens n you can get under $500. Not 4k tho but looks great https://preview.redd.it/ncgwwxowg9pe1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8ccd22f0c373d05cab4a7a5bec46a4a72f926a7b

I would stay away from lifestyle projectors if you want a good black floor. I wouldn't get anything with a 0.23" DMD like the Capsule 3. They do not look 1080p if you have good eyesight. EF-11/EF-12 are really too slow for gaming. Do you have a sound system? If so I would focus on more proper projector models. Plug an Android stick in if you need one. Maybe the Benq TH series? [https://www.benq.eu/en-eu/projector/cinema/select.html?enviroment=bright-room&series=home-cinema&tabIndex=1&resolution=1080p-fhd](https://www.benq.eu/en-eu/projector/cinema/select.html?enviroment=bright-room&series=home-cinema&tabIndex=1&resolution=1080p-fhd) Your budget might get you a TK700 [https://www.benq.eu/en-eu/projector/gaming/tk700/buy.html](https://www.benq.eu/en-eu/projector/gaming/tk700/buy.html)

I went from cheaper 70inch 4k Samsung to benq 1080p projector I purchased on eBay. Even though the resolution isn’t as good I prefer the projector by a long shot. I love it

I’ve a benq 1080p short thought and it’s solid