Epson LS11000 VS Epson 5050UB VS BenQ HT4550i 4K Projector Comparison

[Serena Anderson]

Introduce​

Parameter	Epson LS11000​	Epson 5050UB​	BenQ HT4550i​
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Price​	$3499.99​	$2299.99​	$1999.99​
Recommended Uses​	Gaming​	-​	Education, Home Cinema, Gaming, Business​
Highlight​	Refresh Rate: 120 Hz Resolution: 4K PRO-UHD Lens: Epson Cinema Lens Brightness: 2,500 lumens (color and white) Processor: Epson Picture Processor​	Extreme Color Gamut - Full DCI-P3 color space, 50% wider than Rec. 709, professional-level color accuracy Digital Imaging Processor - 12-bit analog-to-digital processing, smooth tonal transitions, reduces artifacts Precision HDR Adjustment - 16-step realtime HDR curve adjustment HDR Processor - 10-bit HDR color processing, 100% HDR source information Epson Precision Lens Technology - Zero-light-leakage, 15-element glass structure, exceptional image clarity and focus uniformity​	Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (TRUE 4K) HDR Technology: HDR-PRO, Local Contrast Enhancer, Tone Mapping Color Technology: CinematicColor, 100% DCI-P3 coverage, factory calibrated Light Source: LED, 10+ years lifespan Installation: 2D lens shift, 1.3x zoom, ceiling mountable Features: Certified Android TV, Netflix pre-loaded Warranty: 3-year limited warranty, US-based customer service​

Side-by-Side Comparison​

Display​

Parameter	Epson LS11000​	Epson 5050UB​	BenQ HT4550i​
Screen Size​	50 Inches - 300 Inches​	N/A - 300 Inches​	200 Inches - 150 Inches​
Throw Distance​	5 Feet - 62 Feet​	1.35 Meters - 2.84 Meters​	3.3 Feet - 25.1 Feet​
Contrast Ratio​	1,200,000:1​	Up to 1,000,000:1​	2,000,000​
Display Resolution​	3820 x 2160 Pixels​	1920 x 1080p​	3840 x 2160 Pixels​
Native Resolution​	3840 x 2160​	4096 x 2160​	3840 x 2160​
Brightness​	2500 Lumen​	2600 Lumen​	3200 Lumen​
Display Type​	LCD​	LCD​	LED​
Picture Quality Enhancement​	-​	-​	HDR-PRO​

Features​

Parameter	Epson LS11000​	Epson 5050UB​	BenQ HT4550i​
Video Encoding​	HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding) or VP9​	-​	HEVC (H.265), VP9, or AV1​
Lamp Wattage​	311 Watts​	-​	380 Watts​
Light Source Life​	20000 Hours​	-​	20000 Hours​
Controller Type​	Remote Control, Button Control​	Remote Control​	Button Control​
Control Method​	-​	Remote​	Remote​
Mount Type​	Ceiling Mount​	Tabletop Mount​	Tabletop Mount​
Noteworthy Features​	Portable​	-​	Built-In Speaker, 3d-Ready​

Connectivity​

Parameter	Epson LS11000​	Epson 5050UB​	BenQ HT4550i​
Connectivity Technology​	USB, Ethernet, HDMI​	USB, HDMI​	HDMI​
Hardware Connectivity​	VGA, USB, HDMI​	D-Sub, USB​	HDMI, USB 2.0 Type A, 3.5mm Audio​
Compatible Devices​	PC, Mac, DVD, Blu-Ray​	Television, Gaming Console, Laptop, Smartphone​	Smartphone​

Measurements​

Parameter	Epson LS11000​	Epson 5050UB​	BenQ HT4550i​
Dimensions L x W x H​	17.6"L x 20.5"W x 7.6"H​	20.5"L x 17.7"W x 7.6"H​	-​
Item Weight​	28 Pounds​	24.7 Pounds​	13.4 Pounds​

Conclusion​

Product	PROS AND CONS​
Epson LS11000​	Pros • Astonishingly detailed and bright picture quality with vibrant colors • Excellent HDR10+ handling • High contrast ratio of 1,200,000:1 • 4K resolution at 3840 x 2160 with 120 Hz refresh rate • Long-lasting laser array rated at 20,000 hours • Minimal input delay and fantastic response times for gaming Cons • Does not support 3D processing • Picture quality diminishes in ambient light conditions • Limited availability may pose a challenge for potential buyers
Epson 5050UB​	Pros • Exceptional image quality with bright, colorful visuals • Outstanding lens shift, zoom, and focus adjustments • Impressive performance even on a bare wall with ambient light • Significant upgrade in image richness and sharpness from previous models • Two-year manufacturer's warranty and good condition upon arrival • Easy setup with lens shift eliminating the need for extensive adjustments • Ability to fine-tune settings for optimal viewing experience • Excellent value for the price, especially as a renewed product Cons • Large size may require custom mounting solutions • Requires some adjustment of settings for best performance • Not true 4K, but still delivers impressive quality • Potential learning curve to adjust HDR settings for optimal output
BenQ HT4550i​	Pros: • Excellent Picture Quality: Amazing image quality right out of the box, even with 1080p content. • Good for Dark Rooms: Performs well in low light conditions, making it comparable to a TV. • USB Power Port: Convenient 2.5A USB power port for powering devices like a Firestick. • Resolution Improvement: Addresses many issues found in first-generation projectors. Cons: • Limited Optical Output: Only outputs stereo sound, which may necessitate additional equipment purchases. • Fan Noise: Can be loud when placed on a table, though quieter when mounted on a wall. • Mounting Design Flaw: Non-flat mounting surface can complicate installation, requiring careful consideration of mounting options.