BenQ V7050i Vs. Optoma P2 UST Projector Comparison Shootout

Ultra short throw projectors are a relatively new type of projector that sits directly underneath the cinema screen. These laser TVs are designed for well lit rooms as a big screen television replacement. But which UST should you buy? Which one is right for you? We'll answer these question as part of our ultra short throw projector shootout series where we compare two laser TVs against each other. Let's find out which is better, the BenQ V7050i and the Optoma P2.

Optoma was one of the first companies to release an affordable ultra short throw projector. The Optoma CinemaX P2 UST projector improves on that original model with better specs and even greater entertainment value.

BenQ may have been a bit later than other projector manufacturers to the laser TV game, but they came out strong with the BenQ V7050i ultra short throw projector. We were definitely impressed by this new bright room projector. You can read all about it in our BenQ V7050i review.

So which is better the Optoma P2 or the BenQ V7050i?

Read our comparison of these two fantastic ultra short throw projectors to find out.

	Optoma P2	BenQ V7050i	Our Thoughts:
Brightness	3000	2500	The Optoma P2 is clearly a brighter projector. Though when it comes to color brightness the BenQ UST takes full advantage of the 2500 lumens.
Throw Ratio	0.25:1	0.23:1	The BenQ V7050i can sit a few inches closer to the screen than the P2. While it might not seem like a big deal, a few inches can make a difference.
Chipset	.47" DMD Pico	.47" DMD ECP	Both projectors use a .47" DLP chipset but the BenQ utilizes the superior DMD ECP chip so the V7050i has the advantage here.
Light Source	Single Blue Laser w/RGBRGB color wheel	Single Blue Laser	Both projectors use a single blue laser light source. The P2 uses a 6 segment RGBRGB color wheel to give more accurate colors.
Color	85% DCI-P3	98% DCI-P3	The BenQ V7050i offers a superior color gamut and it shows in the vibrancy of the colors on the screen.
Contrast Ratio	2,000,000:1	2,000,000:1	Both manufacturers claim to have the same contrast ratio but when watching content the V7050i has noticeably better contrast.
Input Lag	67 ms	83 ms	Neither projector is especially strong when it comes to video gaming but the P2 has the edge.
Audio	40W Dolby Digital 2.0	(x2)5W Chamber Speakers	The P2 has a much better sound system than the V7050i. If you don't plan to use an external sound system the P2 gets a big boost here.
Price	##PRICE##	##PRICE##	The BenQ UST and Optoma UST are both similarly priced with the P2 having a slight edge.
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BenQ V7050i Vs. Optoma P2 Side By Side Comparison

We put together this video of the BenQ V7050i and the Optoma CinemaX P2 comparing these UST Projectors side by side to show you how the image looks in a well lit room. We'll break down this video at a later time so make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel.

Optoma P2

The Pros

Higher lumen output than most USTs
Realistic looking colors
One of the best built-in soundbars
Supports 3D
Available in either black or white casing

The Cons

Colors are not as vibrant as other UST Projectors
Not great for gaming
Slight image softness at the top of the image
More prone to rainbow effect than most UST DLP projectors

BenQ V7050i

The Pros

Colors are super bright and extra vibrant
Great contrast shows up in the content
Motorized lens cover
Supports 3D
Uses the more advanced .47" DMD ECP chipset
Very easy to set up

The Cons

Only has 2 HDMI ports
Uses an external media player that sticks out from the back and takes up one of the two HDMI ports
Not great for gaming
Speakers aren't as good as other laser TVs
Doesn't have Netflix app

So Which Is Better, The Optoma P2 Or The BenQ V7050i?

The BenQ definitely has a big advantage over the Optoma when it comes to the color brightness and vibrancy. The V7050i is one of the most vividly colorful projectors we've seen yet. The motorized lens cover is incredibly useful if you've got kids or pets.

If you're looking for an all in one TV replacement the Optoma P2 is hard to beat thanks to it's extra brightness and excellent built-in soundbar. You also have the option of getting a white P2 or a black one.

Without a doubt these are two of the better more affordable ultra short throw projectors available on the market. You'll be thrilled with either one you choose. But ultimately a decision had to be made. So between the BenQ V7050i and Optoma P2 the winner is………

Well, you'll just have to watch our Shootout video on YouTube. So make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you can get notified when our shootout goes live and other great content in our pipeline.

If you have any questions on these projectors or anything else projection related don’t hesitate to hit us up at ProjectorScreen.com. Thanks for reading and keep on projecting!