BenQ HT2060 vs Optoma GT2000HDR vs ViewSonic PS502W vs LS740HD: Which Education Projector Should You Choose?

[Hardon Williams]

Introduce​

Parameter	BenQ HT2060​	Optoma GT2000HDR​	ViewSonic PS502W​	ViewSonic LS740HD​
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Price​	$899​	$999​	$549.99​	$978.02​
Recommended Uses​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​	Education, Home Cinema​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​
Highlight​	LED Color Technology: DCI-P3 and 98% Rec.709 color coverage, HDR10 and HLG compatibility Usage: Suitable for video games, movies, and shows Connectivity: Dual HDMI 2.0, S/PDIF, 5.1 channel audio out Latency: 16.7ms (1080p 60Hz), 33.4ms (4K 60Hz downscaled to 1080p) Audio: Built-in 5Wx2 speakers, designed for optimal sound output​	Dependable Laser Light Source: DuraCore technology, 30,000 hours, IPX6 dust resistance Short Throw Lens: 120" image from 4' 4" distance 1080P HD Resolution: 1920x1080, no downscaling or compression Enhanced Game Mode: Low input lag, 4K60Hz @ 1080p60Hz 17ms, 8ms @ 1080p120Hz 4K HDR Input and Contrast Ratio: HDR10, HLG support, 300,000:1 contrast ratio​	Projector Type: WXGA Brightness: 4000 Lumens Throw Ratio: 0.52 Keystone Adjustment: Vertical Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours (SuperEco Mode) Color Technology: 6 segment color wheel, dynamic lamp control Connectivity Options: Dual HDMI, USB Type A, compatible with media players, PCs, Macs, mobile devices​	Setup: 1.3x optical zoom, 360 degree projection, H/V keystone, 4 corner adjustment Power: Auto power on/off Control: LAN control with Crestron, AMX, Extron, PJ Link, ATEN, ViewSonic’s vController Brightness: 5000 Lumens Resolution: 1080p Light Source: Laser phosphor, up to 30,000 hours lifespan​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	BenQ HT2060​	Optoma GT2000HDR​	ViewSonic PS502W​	ViewSonic LS740HD​
Screen Size​	3E+1 Inches - 300 Inches​	N/A - 3E+2 Inches​	60 Inches - 300 Inches​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​	8 Feet - 10 Feet​	1 Meters - 10 Meters​	0.75 Meters - 3.76 Meters​	1 Meters - 8 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	500000:1​	300,000:1​	15000:1​	3000000:1​
Display Resolution​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​	1920 x 1080 Pixels​	1280x800 Pixels​	1920x1080 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	1920 x 1080​	1920 x 1080​	1280 x 800​	1920 x 1080​
Brightness​	2300 Lumen​	3500 Lumen​	4000 Lumen​	5000 Lumen​
Display Type​	LED​	Laser​	DLP​	DLP​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	-​	-​	-​	-​

Features​

Parameter	BenQ HT2060​	Optoma GT2000HDR​	ViewSonic PS502W​	ViewSonic LS740HD​
Video Encoding​	-​	H.264 or H.265​	-​	-​
Lamp Wattage​	10 Watts​	210 Watts​	200 Watts​	203 Watts​
Light Source Life​	30000 Hours​	30000 Hours​	4000 Hours​	20000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control​	Remote Control​	Remote Control, Button Control​	Remote Control, Button Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Ceiling Mount​	Tabletop Mount​	Tabletop Mount​	Ceiling Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Built-In Speaker, Digital Keystone Correction, Auto Focus, Built-In Wi-Fi, 3d-Ready​	Low Power Consumption, Ultra-Compact, Laser Light Source, Short Throw​	Short Throw​	Built-In Speaker, Eco-Friendly, ultra-large screen, Long-lasting​

Connectivity​

Parameter	BenQ HT2060​	Optoma GT2000HDR​	ViewSonic PS502W​	ViewSonic LS740HD​
Connectivity Technology​	HDMI​	USB, HDMI​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​
Hardware Connectivity​	HDMI​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Audio​	VGA, HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​	USB 2.0 Type A, HDMI, 3.5mm Audio​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Television​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Television, Tablet, Smartphone​	Smartphone​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Smartphone, Speaker​

Measurements​

Parameter	BenQ HT2060​	Optoma GT2000HDR​	ViewSonic PS502W​	ViewSonic LS740HD​
Dimensions L x W x H​	14.4"L x 9.6"W x 5.2"H​	4.49"L x 10.79"W x 8.5"H​	12.2"L x 9.2"W x 4.5"H​	11.3"L x 8.5"W x 5"H​
Item Weight​	7.9 Pounds​	6.61 Pounds​	6.3 Pounds​	6.6 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
BenQ HT2060​	Pros: • Great picture quality for the price, rivals projectors costing four times more • Bright image even on a 10-foot wide screen • Spectacular out-of-the-box color accuracy • Large projection capability, suitable for a cinematic experience • Excellent value under $1000 compared to higher-end models • Can be calibrated for improved performance if desired Cons: • Lack of uniformity in white fields • Shadows details and contrast could be better • Requires a dark room for optimal performance • Installation may require careful planning (power source, HDMI cable) • Sound system quality is subpar and requires external audio solution • Needs to be placed closer to the screen than some other projectors
Optoma GT2000HDR​	Pros: • Aesthetically appealing design • Clear and colorful picture comparable to good 4K setups after calibration • Amazing response time for gaming • “Resync” feature helps with game performance Cons: • Requires extensive calibration compared to other models • Initial hot plastic smell that dissipates • “Resync” feature feels like a workaround rather than a solution • Occasional digital freezing and crashing issues • HDMI1 port failure affecting 4K/HDR capabilities • Did not include a carrying case as advertised
ViewSonic PS502W​	Pros • Good picture quality with clear focus • Bright enough for controlled environments • Compact and lightweight design, enhancing portability • Wide variety of input options for different video sources • Effective for basic projection needs like meetings and lectures Cons • Difficult menu navigation without remote control • Noisy operation due to the cooling fan • Best performance requires specific placement relative to the screen • Not as effective for rear projection • May not be suitable for gaming or bright environments
ViewSonic LS740HD​	Pros • Excellent brightness for both golf simulation and viewing movies/sports in dimly lit rooms. • Good color, contrast, and sharpness, enhancing the viewing experience. • Compact size and quiet operation, especially in Eco mode. • Runs cooler than traditional bulb projectors, potentially extending its lifespan. • Easy setup, allowing for quick use in various settings. Cons • Occasional glitch causing random orange flashes, which detracts from the experience. • Color adjustments may be necessary to achieve optimal image quality. • Proprietary power brick may be seen as a drawback, although it has benefits in terms of size and heat management. • Lengthy refund process could tie up a significant amount of money for an extended period.