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BenQ HT2050A 1080P Home Theater Projector | 2200 Lumens | 96% Rec.709 for Accurate Colors | Low Input Lag Ideal for Gaming | 2D Keystone for Flexible Setup
Brand | BenQ |
Recommended Uses For Product | Gaming |
Special Feature | Portable |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
About this item
- SUPERIOR PICTURE QUALITY: 1080p Projector with brightness of 2,200 Lumens, high native contrast ratio and 96% Rec. 709 color accuracy calibration.
- HIGH RESPONSIVENESS: The specialized low input lag of 16ms and unique game modes ensure gamers an ultra-smooth gaming experience.
- WOW YOUR FRIENDS: Take the action to the big screen by projecting a 100 inch screen from just 8 feet away. Projects up to 300 inches.
- FLEXIBLE CONNECTIVITY: Supports most media players, gaming consoles, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices with input options such as HDMI, USB, and more
- AWARD WINNING PROJECTOR: Highly Rated - Projector Central, Best Projector for the Money - CNET
- DLP TECHNOLOGY: DLP is the leading technology used in 90% of the world’s cinemas and 100% of Digital IMAX theaters. You will experience a longer lasting, slimmer design, sharper and crisper image in BenQ's projector.
- Compatibility: HDTV Compatibility - 480i, 480p, 576i, 567p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p ; Video Compatibility - NTSC, PAL, SECAM, SDTV ; 3D Compatibility - Frame Sequential: Up to 720p , Frame Packing: Up to1080p , Side by Side: Up to 1080i/p , Top Bottom: Up to 1080p
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Picture quality | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Brightness | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.2 |
Remote Control | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Sound quality | 4.0 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 3.7 | — | 4.0 |
Value for money | — | — | — | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 |
Sold By | — | PNR Sales | Adorama | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | GROVIEW Direct |
hardware interface | vga, usb, hdmi | 3 5 mm audio, hdmi, usb3.0 a | vga, hdmi | hdmi | usb, hdmi | 3 5 mm audio, audio video port, bluetooth, hdmi, usb |
display resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1980 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | 1080 | 4096 x 2160 |
brightness | 2200 | 1000 | — | 3400 | 3500 | — |
native resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
image contrast ratio | 15000:1 | 200000:1 | 10000:1 | — | 12000:1 | 12000:1 |
max throw distance | 1 feet | 11.1 feet | 1.5 feet | 11.1 feet | 10.96 meters | 23 feet |
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From the manufacturer
Transform Any Room Into An Entertainment Room
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Directors Envisioned
BenQ THX & ISF certified engineers deliver Rec.709 HDTV color coverage for superior consistency.
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Convey Deep Feelings
BenQ HT2050A embodies our commitment to “convey the truest color and impart the deepest feelings.”
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For Color Accuracy
Rec.709, the HDTV standard, and a 6x speed RGBRGB color wheel yield vivid, color accurate display.
Spectacular Full HD 1080p Projector
Treat your eyes to the brilliance of HT2050A's Full HD 1080p visuals, with amazing detail, clarity, and sharpness for the finest in-home cinematic
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Immersive Sound
HT2050A’s powerful 10-watt power speaker delivers enhanced sound quality for elevated enjoyment.
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Costumed Sound Mode
•Cinema: Rich sound
•Game: Immersive range
•Music: Smooth balance
•Sports: Crisp audio
Low Latency Gaming Projector
Bring heart-pounding game action to your living room with low input lag and microsecond DMD response time. Step up to ultra-smooth gaming without unwanted motion blur and image lag.
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For Picture Flexibility
1.3X zoom empowers varied mounting and placement options without the hassle of installation.
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Side Projection
Keystone correction eliminates trapezoid effects when the projector is at an indirect angle.
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Flexible Positioning
Vertical Lens Shift (+/-10% shift) provides flexibility when installing or setting up the projector.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 15 x 11 x 5 inches |
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Item Weight | 8 pounds |
ASIN | B077TG22H3 |
Item model number | HT2050A |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #770 in Video Projectors |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | December 1, 2017 |
Manufacturer | BenQ |
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Product Description
Superb Big-Screen Audiovisual Experience BenQ HT2050A projector brings big-screen Full HD visuals to your living room, with >96% Rec. 709 accuracy for authentic cinematic color and short throw for 100" pictures from just 2. 5m away without setup hassle. Offering Cinema Master Audio+ 2 for immersive AV experiences, HT2050A's ultra-low input lag and special Game Mode enable epic gaming.
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Customers like the quality, appearance and performance of the video projector. For example, they mention it's a great product, works seamlessly with their home theater and surround sound system, and is well worth the price. That said, opinions are mixed on clarity.
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Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the video projector. They mention that the picture is crisp, bright, and pleasing to the eye. They also appreciate the color accuracy, contrast, and sharpness. The projector creates better pictures for watching fast sports, and has deeper and richer blacks.
"...Color accuracy is spot-on. There are weaknesses when out of the box .. I don't know if they can be alleviated through ISF. Lack of uniformity...." Read more
"...The 2050a has near perfect color calibration for the average consumer right out of the box (confirmed by using a well reviewed calibration disc),..." Read more
"...It destroys lower level projectors with its deeper and richer blacks. It does get outclassed by the next weight class, such as the Epson 3150...." Read more
"...Over all super amazed by the projector, surpassed my expectations of picture and sound...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the video projector. They say it is a great product, easy to set up, and screams quality. Some say that it is impressive for being a stock machine. Overall, most are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.
"...What I found in my research is that BenQ makes some of the best DLP projectors - made to fit most rooms and distances while producing some of the..." Read more
"...It is VERY impressive for being a stock machine...." Read more
"...has considerably more lumens than the Barco making it useable in less than dark situations, although total dark gives the best renditions...." Read more
"...Short throw is great. About 11 ft away = 125" colorful diagonal display...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the video projector. They mention that it is well worth the price, is a good budget home theater and gaming projector, and performs well for the price. Some customers also mention that the picture quality is phenomenal for the money.
"...Perhaps this is the best PJ under $1000. It rivals the color quality of many well -reviewed projectors that cost 4 times (or more) as much...." Read more
"...The BenQ HT2050A is worth every penny!!!" Read more
"...As it is, it's a good projector with some annoying oversights at a fair price, but I suspect you could probably do better if you're not looking for..." Read more
"...to watch on a sunny day with the shades open, but an excellent projector for the price." Read more
Customers like the sound quality of the video projector. They say the internal speakers are surprisingly loud, and the product is quiet. Some say that the single mono speaker is often good enough for them.
"...shift, has both vertical and horizontal keystone adjustments, is whisper quiet, and has a dedicated 3D mode that is a astonishing to see in person..." Read more
"...the sound is actually great for a single speaker system! Not just passable but I can see not even using my Bluetooth external speaker with this...." Read more
"...I don't use the speaker but when I first hooked it up, the speaker even sounded great. I am very pleased with this purchase...." Read more
"...It was indeed quieter as well, even when on High Altitude setting, and the image quality was crisp and somewhat noticeably better than the..." Read more
Customers like the brightness of the video projector. They say that it's great for all environments with the exception of full daylight. The light is strong, and the picture is super bright. The 10 feet wide screen is lit easily, and it does well with ambient light. Overall, it seems extremely well-balanced for brightness, contrast, and sharpness. It's bright when it' s sunny, but not overpowering in the dark. The bulb doesn't dim over time, and nicely defined whites and light areas that are not washed out.
"...The picture is bright, very bright. 10 feet wide screen is lit easily .. No issue.. The image remains BRIGHT. Color accuracy is spot-on...." Read more
"...The picture has considerably more lumens than the Barco making it useable in less than dark situations, although total dark gives the best renditions..." Read more
"...Colors are amazing. Very bright. I was concerned about the 2200 lumens part...." Read more
"...Overall, it seemed extremely well-balanced for brightness, contrast, and sharpness...." Read more
Customers like the ease of installation of the video projector. For example, they mention it's very easy to set up and operate, with minimal hassle. The installation to their mount was a breeze, and the projector is adjustable and easy to use. Customers also say the 3.5 jack is an easy way to connect to your receiver and that 3D was super easy. The remote is also easy to operate, and it connects to their Windows-based laptop via an HDMI cable.
"...It was easy to mount and set up...." Read more
"...None of this is hard to set up by the way, for you people that are less than handy (my wife forbids me from using power tools)...." Read more
"...vertical lens-shift and sturdy versatile mounting-points make it easier to mount, as long as you have it horizontally centered to the screen, so as..." Read more
"...I have been in Video since the early '70s and consider the ease of use and the quality quite acceptable. Another good point...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the video projector. They mention that it works perfectly in both light and dark rooms, it works seamlessly with their home theater and surround sound system, and it performs as expected with a great picture. Some say that the speaker is nice and it works well if you're behind the projector, and that it was easy to set up.
"...We ordered 3d glasses and movie discs, and are pleased with its performance while viewing 3d on our large commercial screen...." Read more
"...please you go ahead and buy a laser projector but for the money, this works well...." Read more
"We use this as our home theater projector and it works great. Zero issues...." Read more
"...The speaker is nice. it work well if your behind the projector. For being a speaker on the projector I would give it a 8.2 score...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the clarity of the video projector. Some mention that the color and clarity are top notch, while others say that it just isn't as vivid. The picture is still very easy to watch with ambient lighting. However, some customers also mention that it turns out to be very blurry on a cloudy day.
"...PRO FOUR: Even with ambient lighting, the picture is still very easy to watch,.CONS..." Read more
"...For brightness. I can see the image clearly with all my basement lights on and its not overly bright to where the colors are washed out with the..." Read more
"...Contrast could be better .... Shadows details is clearly lacking ..perhaps can be improved with calibration... The issue is..." Read more
"...The clarity and motion is fantastic. This in my opinion is maximized performance for the right amount of money - I hit the sweet spot!" Read more
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This is the PJ to buy if you don't want to spend $3000 or more for a great Picture. Let's get it out of the gates: Cinematic Experience requires a large picture... It begins IMO at 100 inch diagonal. For that , at this point in time you need a Front PJ .. This PJ can light up a 10 feet wide neutral (1.0) gain screen with ease.. any gain and it would go 15 feet IME . You need a good screen... a decent one. There are bargains out there.. a subject for a different review. I have't tested 3D...
So ...
Perhaps this is the best PJ under $1000. It rivals the color quality of many well -reviewed projectors that cost 4 times (or more) as much. Out of the box, the colors are spectacular. The picture is bright, very bright. 10 feet wide screen is lit easily .. No issue.. The image remains BRIGHT. Color accuracy is spot-on. There are weaknesses when out of the box .. I don't know if they can be alleviated through ISF. Lack of uniformity. if you project a white field it is not uniformly white ... I have not measured it but it is there and so far doesn't bother me much om most movies (maybe on all movies i have watched frore the 3 weeks I've acquired it ...) .. Contrast could be better .... Shadows details is clearly lacking ..perhaps can be improved with calibration... The issue is that most people that would acquire a $700 PJ would not bother to have it calibrated for $700 .. So unless you can calibrate it yourself ... I can but haven't :D... What else? is a con? I don't know yet .. still not glaring. There are PJ that do beter of course. They cost a lot ore and for most people ... including videophiles ., they may not even notice ;)
A few issues: Once you go front PJ, the room must be dark, very dark. IOW please control the lighting.. No light is better ....else get a big flat screen! No PJ works well with ambient lighting present .
Room color better be neutral.. grat yo blackish.. Else Contrast is lost . On this PJ contrast can be lost easily
Get yourself a good mount. They don't cost much these days.. I got this one: v" Suptek White Universal Projector Ceiling Mount Bracket" for $18 at Amazon and it is good. Screws are over specs... Huge screws for a relatively light PJ but better be safe than sorry with PJ falling .. over people with dire consequences ...
Get a HT system or a good sound bar .. The sound system in this or any PJ is a joke...
This PJ needs to be closer to the screen than most . Can be an advantage .... or not.
Installation must be carefully planned: POwer source on the ceiling, Long HDMI cable...IR repeater system, etc. Don't expect the electronic keystone correction to work for you . Vertical lens alignment is not that great either so ...Align the PJ with the screen and ... prepare to get your jaw off the floor :D
10 years ago that kind of performance was only attainable by PJ costing $10,000 or more .. Some of those old time greats may have had better lenses or better white-field uniformity , even better contrast .. Choose the area of superiority that suits you most but not overall better than this $700 machine ... not a slam-dunk ... rather subtleties that may be lost on many...
Enthusiastic recommendation!!
I bought the 2050a back in May 2018, after much back and forth over it and the 3050. I simply could not pass up the increased user adjustments, low input lag, and many dollars saved for a 4% reduction in an already impressive color accuracy that I will likely never ever be able to tell the difference. And I'm so glad I did, as this projector has been awesome. It was easy to mount and set up. I have it mounted on a Pearless PRG-UNV and paired with a 100" Elite Screen CineGrey 5D from about 8.75' and in a moderately light controlled room, the images are nothing short of spectacular.
The 2050a has near perfect color calibration for the average consumer right out of the box (confirmed by using a well reviewed calibration disc), has no DLP rainbows, can project a massive, crisp 1080p image from a relatively short throw, has a 10% vertical lens shift, has both vertical and horizontal keystone adjustments, is whisper quiet, and has a dedicated 3D mode that is a astonishing to see in person (ie. we have fallen in love with it). If fact, I've yet to find one thing that I really don't like about the projector. Family movie night night has taken on a whole new meaning now.
If your going to do a home theater and you have only a small space to work in, you really owe it to yourself to check out the BenQ line of projectors. If you are not ready for 4K, I'm not convinced you can find a better 1080p projector for the price than the 2050a. That said, If you are 4K ready and have to sources ready to feed a 4K projector, be on the lookout as the 2050a has a 4K short throw brother coming out very soon.
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I started with other cheaper options, but all of them had a crucial disadvantage, and some minor disadvantage.
When I placed other cheaper options at an angle, and used keystone correction to get a rectangular screen, the edges are always out of focus, only the center of the screen is in focus.
Also, cheaper options picture quality just cannot be compared to this BenQ projector.
BenQ and the other cheaper options all claim to provide native 1080p. When I connect my PC and project it to the screen, all the edges of the characters are blurry on the cheapter options, but not on BenQ. Edges of all fine characters are sharp.
Speaker is much louder, overall build quality is also better.
I decided to keep this projector because it is worth the extra bucks in my opinion.
With this HT2050A we hit the mark!
Super easy to set up with its vertical and horizontal keystone correction plus lens shift. We use only at night or dark days, so Cinema mode is excellent.
Colours are fantastic. The big this for my eyes are “NO RAINBOW” effect. With DLP you always run the risk of this. To my eyes (which I have been prone to with other DLP models) none exist. Way better than LCD we had tested. Great black levels in Cinema mode. Easy to use menu and a backlight remote. So nice to use. For the money I can’t imagine a better home projector. With its versatility in set up to its picture quality.
Very happy with this purchase.
Reviewed in Canada on March 23, 2023
With this HT2050A we hit the mark!
Super easy to set up with its vertical and horizontal keystone correction plus lens shift. We use only at night or dark days, so Cinema mode is excellent.
Colours are fantastic. The big this for my eyes are “NO RAINBOW” effect. With DLP you always run the risk of this. To my eyes (which I have been prone to with other DLP models) none exist. Way better than LCD we had tested. Great black levels in Cinema mode. Easy to use menu and a backlight remote. So nice to use. For the money I can’t imagine a better home projector. With its versatility in set up to its picture quality.
Very happy with this purchase.
I upgraded from an old Benq DLP that still had a great picture at only 768p. I really didn't expect such an amazing improvement. The colors, contrasts, and brightness seem nearly perfect out of the box. I am projecting on a white wall with no special screen and it still blows me away as well as very much impressing our guests. The image is currently 120 inches diagonal and sitting 8 to 12 feet back it looks incredibly sharp and vivid.
I love that it had lots of input sources including old analog sources. We connected our old Wii console and the image upscaled well for an awesome family gaming experience. I also played some Star Wars Battlefront and it felt epic on the huge screen!
The image is so bright I actually turned down the brightness for night viewing. The default brightness was just right with some ambient light however... with just a white wall, no screen.
I wish it had a bit more vertical lens adjustment to bring the image higher on the wall when front ceiling mounted (projector inverted) without tilting the projector. I could use the Keystone adjustment but the borders get a bit larger when using Keystone compensation.
Just get it and try not to smirk when your friends show off their puny 65 inch flat panel TV that cost the same.