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BenQ W1080ST+

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User ratings:
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3 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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4.2 out of 5
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5 stars
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4 stars
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Pros

  • but skin tones always look realistic and natural
  • Side projection had a very good accuracy
  • Colours are rich and punchy

Cons

  • unable to run lengths of cables around their homes
  • vibrance comes at a small cost
  • didn't show often enough to count as a serious problem

Key specs

  • DLP
  • 38, 300 in
  • 1920, 1080 px
  • 2200 lm
  • yes
  • 3500 h
  • , 31 dB

BenQ W1080ST+ - Pros & Cons

BenQ W1080ST+

Pros

  • but skin tones always look realistic and natural
  • Side projection had a very good accuracy
  • Colours are rich and punchy
  • Human skin tones are nicely balanced and look natural
  • bright
  • crisp and clear
  • W1080ST+ is easy to use
  • It delivers an entertaining picture and even sounds rather good
  • Connectivity is standard for projectors at this price
  • good image brightness
  • fairly accurate colours and very smooth and sharp motion

Cons

  • unable to run lengths of cables around their homes
  • vibrance comes at a small cost
  • didn't show often enough to count as a serious problem
  • DLP Projector Review No space and no room for cables
  • are the grey looking blacks and a lack of shadow detail in the darker areas of the image
  • It may not display this or other websites correctly
  • awkward projector positioning
  • the 3D glasses are not included and cost extra
  • are bulky
  • consume a large surface area
  • no backlight to guide you in a darkened room

BenQ W1080ST+ - Full Specifications

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General
Projector typeDLP
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Design
Design typeDesktop projector
Portableno
Colour of productGrey
Built-in displayno
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Dimensions
Width12.28 in
Height4.09 in
Depth9.61 in
Weight6.28 lb
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Lighting
Type of lampBulb
Lamp life max (normal)3500.0 h
Lamp life max (eco)6000.0 h
Bulb power240.0 W
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Features
Handheld remote controlyes
On Screen Display (OSD)yes
On Screen Display (OSD) languages
  • ARA
  • BUL
  • CHI
  • CHI
  • CRO
  • CZE
  • DAN
  • DEU
  • DUT
  • ESP
  • FIN
  • FRE
  • GRE
  • HUN
  • IND
  • ITA
  • JPN
  • KOR
  • NOR
  • POL
  • POR
  • RUM
  • RUS
  • SWE
  • THA
  • TUR
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Compatibility
3D support (3D-Ready)yes
Full HD 3D (1080p)yes
Glasses includedno
HD readyyes
Full HD (HD ready 1080p)yes
HDRno
Analog signal format system
  • NTSC
  • PAL
  • SECAM
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Power
Operational Power Consumption (min-max)< 353
Power consumption (typical)353.0 W
Power consumption (standby)0.5 W
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Connectivity
Analog 3.5mm outputyes
Analogue 3.5mm inputyes
Analogue RCA stereo inputyes
Component input (YPbPr/YCbCr)yes
Number of component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) inputs1
Number of composite video inputs1
Composite inputyes
Digital coaxial input (S/PDIF)no
Digital coaxial output (S/PDIF)no
Serial interface typeRS-232
DisplayPortno
DVI inno
HDMIyes
HDMI version1.4a
Number of HDMI inputs2
HDMI connector typeFull-size
MHLyes
Other connectors5mm output
S-video inputno
SCART inno
USByes
USB connector type
  • Mini-USB B
  • USB Type-A
USB (total)2
USB 2.02
VGA inyes
Number of VGA (D-Sub) ports1
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Technical details
Noise level< 31
Noise level (economic mode)28.0 dB
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Optics
Lens shiftno
Focal length range (f-f)10.2 - 12.24
Throw ratio0.69 - 0.83
Aperture range (F-F)2.6 - 2.78
Zoom ratio1.2 x
Offset105.0 %
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Image
Screen size38 - 300
Screen size compatibility38 - 300
Resolution1920 x 1080 px
Number of colours1.073 billion colours
Supported graphics resolutions
  • 1920 x 1080
  • 1920 x 1200
  • 640 x 480
Native aspect ratio16:9
Aspect ratio16:9
Brightness (max)2200.0 lm
Contrast ratio10000:1
Dynamic contrast10000:1
Refresh rate120.0 Hz
Video formats supported
  • 1080i
  • 1080p
  • 480i
  • 480p
  • 576i
  • 576p
  • 720p
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Communication
Ethernet connectionno
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
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Audio features
Built-in speakersyes
Number of built-in speakers1
RMS rated power10.0 W

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BenQ W1080ST+ BenQ - Editorial Reviews (9)

4.2
Based on 9 reviews
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BenQ W1080ST+ Home review
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Published: 22.04.2015
Home review
5.0

Best projector under £1000, Awards 2015. This budget projector delivers a brilliant big-screen picture

BenQ W1080ST+ BenQ W1080ST+ Review | GameGrin
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GameGrin
Published: 20.09.2016
BenQ W1080ST+ Review | GameGrin

The W1080ST+ is a full HD, 1080p projector, that can deliver a screen size of upto 100 inches from only...

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Trusted Reviews
Published: 09.12.2014
BenQ W1080ST+
4.0

BenQ W1080ST+ review: An impressive budget projector all-rounder, but especially good for gamers.

BenQ W1080ST+ BenQ W1080ST 3D Home Projector Review
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projectorcentral.com
BenQ W1080ST 3D Home Projector Review
5.0

Review: BenQ's new W1080ST is a short-throw projector for home theater that packs a serious punch.

BenQ W1080ST+ BenQ Unveils W 1070+ & W1080ST+ Home Video Projectors for Instant Living Room Cinema Experience - Absolute Gizmos
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Absolute Gizmos
Published: 01.12.2014
BenQ Unveils W 1070+ & W1080ST+ Home Video Projectors for Instant Living Room Cinema Experience - Absolute Gizmos

BenQ launched two projectors W1070+ & W1080ST+. We had an impression with it and we are really impressed with the BenQ projectors do read our impression.

BenQ W1080ST+ Home review
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whathifi
Published: 13.11.2013
Home review
4.0

A sharp and exciting picture that’s great for a compact home cinema room

BenQ W1080ST+ BenQ W1080ST Review
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PCMAG
Published: 04.04.2013
BenQ W1080ST Review
3.5

The BenQ W1080ST 3D home entertainment projector offers a short throw, high-quality 1080p video, and 3D, plus it's bright enough to let you leave the lights on.

BenQ W1080ST+ BenQ W1080ST Projector Review
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Install or Not
Published: 09.01.2014
BenQ W1080ST Projector Review

BenQ W1080ST Projector is a compact little projector, which compared to other projectors, is wisely priced and packs a lot within. If you are familiar

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AVForums
Published: 27.02.2015
BenQ W1080ST+
3.5

A new W1080ST model which adds in optional wireless HDMI and more...

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