TH585P

Hey guys, first post here so forgive me if I get something wrong. Long story short, last year my Benq w1070 died on me and I started looking for a new projector. At first I tried to get the same projector (used) because I liked it so much. The projector that I got however, revealed to be not in very good condition, showing dust shadows all over the image. Frustrated, I went online and started looking for a new projector again, converging on the Benq TH585P. Not too many complaints on this, the only minor annoying thing are the black borders around the image which I think are a common occurrence with DLP projectors (I’m projecting on the wall not a screen). Lately I have pondering buying the switch 2, which I can see that in docked mode can output 4 K resolution and I have been wondering if instead of getting a 1080p projector I should have gotten a 4 K one. What do you guys think? Is it worth the upgrade now?

For $800 you’re looking at 1080p not even pixel shift. You’ll have to do the math on throw distance but an Epson 1080 or Benq 585 are decent machines

Benq had one was amazing, cost 800 or so but you’ll get a cheaper used one, had no issues and it looked really good native 1080p, it was a gaming one so low input lag too and I put an amazon fire stick into it to make it smart

That’s the worst one u could buy. U gotta go on Facebook marketplace and look for a used benq or view sonic. Just make sure its 1080p and 2500+lumens and you’ll love it

A good quality 1080 projector that can pass through 4K content is fantastic (especially on a 100 inch). I have a 1080 BenQ and haven't felt the need to upgrade to 4k yet. I get the mastering and bitrate of 4K discs, just not the actual raw resolution. I didn't have to spend over $1000, not even close. In fact I spent $425, which is *insane* for the level of quality. It works out very well. Though I may have to change the bulb soon lol.

It's good. Many of us have been down your road, till we understand that there's always better projectors that can fit a budget. I had a 720, moved up to be BenQ 1080p, and an Epson 1080p. I'm thrilled with these two and one day, when I get some cash, I'll try a 4K. But you're doing good. And they won't be as loud.

Projectors last a long time, so spend the money on a good one now. I picked up a $750 1080p Benq, expecting to replace it within three years. It's been eight. I'm now willing to drop $5000 on an Epson LS12000 because I now know it will last me a decade. Silver Ticket screens are solid. Sure the Steward is better, but there's diminishing returns after a certain price. You can always upgrade your screen at a later date, but I doubt you'll feel the need.

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

Have a look at Richer Sounds. I picked up a BenQ 1080p projector for £200 and gor a discount for signing up to their newsletter. It was a return / open box. I was projecting almost my full wall height - it was amazing. Room layout change means a smaller projected size now but still great.