BenQ TK700STi vs TK710: A Comparative Look at Short Throw Gaming Projectors

[Harry Williams]

Introduce​

Parameter	BenQ TK700STi​	BenQ TK710​
Picture​	​	​
Price​	$1683​	$1780.95​
Recommended Uses​	Home Cinema, Gaming​	Gaming​
Highlight​	Model Comparison: TK700 vs TK700STi Throw Type: TK700STi - Short throw (100" at 6.5ft), TK700 - Standard throw (100" at 8.2ft) Low Latency: 16ms at 4K/60Hz Game Features: Game Mode/Game Sound Mode Performance: 4K compatibility with major consoles (PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X, Google Stadia) Set-Up: 1.2x zoom, 2D Auto Vertical Keystone, Picture Rotation Adjustment Entertainment Options: Google-certified Android TV, 5,000+ apps available​	Product Type: TV Projector Brightness: 3200 ANSI Lumens Light Source: Durable Laser Color Quality: 95% Rec.709 Color Coverage Contrast Enhancement: Dynamic Function for improved contrast Resolution: 4K Gaming Performance: Low latency, 4ms response time at 1080p@240Hz Usage: Suitable for home theater and gaming with lights on​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	BenQ TK700STi​	BenQ TK710​
Screen Size​	30 Inches - 300 Inches​	N/A - 144 Inches​
Throw Distance​	2.2 Feet - 21.5 Feet​	8.4 Feet - 16.3 Feet​
Contrast Ratio​	10000:1​	-​
Display Resolution​	3840 x 2160 Pixels​	3840 x 2160 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	3840 x 2160​	3840 x 2160​
Brightness​	3000 Lumen​	3200 Lumen​
Display Type​	DLP​	Laser​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	-​	HDR10, Dynamic Function​

Features​

Parameter	BenQ TK700STi​	BenQ TK710​
Video Encoding​	H.264 or H.265 (HEVC)​	H.265 (HEVC)​
Lamp Wattage​	5 Watts​	-​
Light Source Life​	20000 Hours​	20000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control, Button Control​	Button Control​
Control Method​	Remote​	Touch​
Mount Type​	Floor Mount, Tabletop Mount, Ceiling Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Digital Keystone Correction, Short Throw​	Built-In Speaker, Digital Keystone Correction, Auto Focus, Short Throw, Wi-Fi Ready​

Connectivity​

Parameter	BenQ TK700STi​	BenQ TK710​
Connectivity Technology​	USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack​	HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	HDMI​	HDMI​
Compatible Devices​	Laptop, Gaming Console, Speaker​	Gaming Console​

Measurements​

Parameter	BenQ TK700STi​	BenQ TK710​
Dimensions L x W x H​	18"L x 13"W x 7"H​	-​
Item Weight​	6.83 Pounds​	8 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
BenQ TK700STi​	Pros • Excellent 4K clarity and sharpness • Adequate brightness for indoor use • Easy setup with no need for picture adjustments • Great color accuracy • Suitable for large images (up to 150") from a short distance • Gaming performance is flawless • Good value for the price range Cons • Not bright enough for use in well-lit environments • Fan noise can be noticeable, especially at full power • Quirky input detection, can take time to find connected devices • Screen may go blank during input changes • Room can get warm and stuffy after prolonged use Overall Impression This projector stands out as an excellent choice for those seeking high-quality 4K projection at a reasonable price. While it has some quirks and limitations regarding brightness in bright environments and input detection, the overall picture quality, clarity, and gaming performance make it a top contender in the sub-$2000 market. Ideal for movie nights and gaming, it’s a solid investment for your home entertainment setup.
BenQ TK710​	Pros: • Good image quality overall, particularly in dark scenes with excellent black presentation. • Significantly higher contrast ratio (60,000:1) compared to the TH671ST (10,000:1). • HDR capabilities enhance gaming experience. • Improved remote with Bluetooth functionality for easier access. Cons: • Focus uniformity issues, particularly blurry in the lower section and bottom left corner. • Fairly loud in normal light mode with a buzzing sound from the fan. • Occasional video signal problems, including blackouts and over-saturation glitches. • Upgrading from TH671ST may not feel justified for the price. Overall Impression: The TK710STi presents some appealing features, such as improved contrast and HDR capabilities, but its focus issues, noise levels, and video signal glitches detract significantly from the overall experience. For users of the TH671ST, the upgrade may not provide enough value to warrant the investment.