BenQ SVGA MS560 vs ViewSonic PA700W vs PX701HDH: What’s the Difference Among Projectors Under $600?

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Introduce​

Parameter	BenQ SVGA MS560​	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PX701HDH​
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Price​	$358.39​	$429.99​	$599.99​
Recommended Uses​	Business​	Education, Business​	Gaming​
Highlight​	Image Quality: 4000 ANSI Lumens brightness, 20000:1 contrast Connectivity: Dual HDMI for fast data transmission and multiplatform support Clarity: Exclusive Data Review Mode for detailed letters and digits Setup: Ergonomic retractable foot, auto vertical keystone Eco-Friendly: SmartEco Mode saves lamp power up to 70%​	Brightness: 4500 Lumens Resolution: WXGA (1280x800p) Optical Zoom: 1.1x Vertical Keystone Adjustment: 40 degrees Lamp Life: Up to 12,000 hours in SuperEco Mode Connectivity: Dual HDMI, VGA, USB; supports most media players, PCs, Macs, and mobile devices​	Brightness: 3500 Lumens Resolution: 1080p Setup: 1.1x optical zoom, vertical keystone Color Technology: Exclusive Color technology, wide color gamut Input Latency: 16ms Connectivity: Dual HDMI, Powered USB A, supports various media players, gaming consoles, PCs, Macs, mobile devices​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	BenQ SVGA MS560​	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PX701HDH​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​
Throw Distance​	1.96 Meters - 2.15 Meters​	1.18 Meters - 13.17 Meters​	1 Meters - 10.96 Meters​
Contrast Ratio​	4:3​	22000:1​	12000:1​
Display Resolution​	800 x 600 Pixels​	1280 x 800 Pixels​	1080 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	800 x 600​	1280 x 800​	1920 x 1080​
Brightness​	4000 lumen​	4500 Lumen​	3500​
Display Type​	DLP​	DLP​	DLP​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	-​	-​	High​

Features​

Parameter	BenQ SVGA MS560​	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PX701HDH​
Video Encoding​	-​	-​	-​
Lamp Wattage​	300 Watts​	300 Watts​	203 Watts​
Light Source Life​	6000 Hours​	4000 Hours​	5000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control​	Button Control​	Remote Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Ceiling, Wall, Table​	Tabletop Mount​	Ceiling Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Digital Keystone Correction​	UHP​	Portable​

Connectivity​

Parameter	BenQ SVGA MS560​	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PX701HDH​
Connectivity Technology​	Display Port, USB, HDMI​	USB, Ethernet, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​	USB 2.0 Type A, HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	Mini USB 2.0 Type B, USB 2.0 Type A, HDMI​	VGA, Ethernet, HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​	USB, HDMI​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop​	Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone​	Personal Computer​

Measurements​

Parameter	BenQ SVGA MS560​	ViewSonic PA700W​	ViewSonic PX701HDH​
Dimensions L x W x H​	11.65"L x 8.7"W x 6.69"H​	9.2"L x 12.2"W x 4.5"H​	12.2"L x 8.7"W x 4.4"H​
Item Weight​	5.51 Pounds​	6 Pounds​	2.6 Kilograms​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
BenQ SVGA MS560​	Pros • Affordable price point compared to higher-end projectors • Generally reliable performance based on prior experience • Successfully used for several years by the reviewer • Quick setup for basic use Cons • Potential for receiving repackaged or defective units • Confusing setup instructions for Mac users • Limited adjustability with only two legs for stabilization • Not as visually clear on the screen as more expensive models
ViewSonic PA700W​	Pros: • Very affordable price point • Bright image quality • Sharp optics • Versatile mounting options (rightside up or upside down) • Keystone and white balance adjustments available • Multiple input options • Known for reliability Cons: • Issues reported with fan operation leading to shut off • Lightweight design may feel cheap • Image size does not meet advertised specifications at longer distances • Lack of USB functionality for video/photo display
ViewSonic PX701HDH​	Pros: • Excellent picture quality for 1080p on a large screen • Sufficient lumens for bright rooms with ambient light • Compatible with 3D Blu-ray movies • Offers image optimization features not present in older models • Generally easy to set up and use Cons: • Requires a long throw distance to achieve full screen size • No built-in Bluetooth audio support • Issues with freezing and requiring a hard reset • Potential concerns about receiving an open box or previously used item • Reliability concerns based on early performance with heavy use