Hisense C1 vs BenQ X3000i: Which Projector Is Better?

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Tested using Methodology v0.12

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Imaging Technology Locked

Native Resolution Pixel Shift 4k

Projector Type Standard Throw

Light Source Laser

Imaging Technology DLP

Native Resolution Pixel Shift 4k

Light Source LED

Our Verdict

Hisense C1

BenQ X3000i

The Hisense C1 and the BenQ X3000i are both great lifestyle projectors, though the BenQ is better suited to gaming thanks to its low input lag gaming mode. The BenQ also gets brighter, making it a better fit for moderately lit rooms, while the Hisense's edge in its contrast makes it better suited for dark rooms. The BenQ's optical zoom also gives you more flexibility with placement. Conversely, the Hisense is better for HDR content, with a wide color gamut and Dolby Vision support.

Variants

C1 (Prussian Blue)

X3000i (White)

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Prussian Blue

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White

X3000i

Prussian Blue

White

X3000i

Prussian Blue

White

X3000i

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Prussian Blue

B&H

White

X3000i

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Prussian Blue

Hisense

White

X3000i

BenQ

Notice: Two or more of the products being compared have been tested with different test methodologies. Some of the results aren't directly comparable. Learn how our test benches and scoring system work, and read more about the latest changes to our projectors test methodology.

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Hisense C1 vs BenQ X3000i

Which Projector Is Better?

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Our Verdict

Variants

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Main Differences for Movies

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Gaming

Brightness

Contrast

Brightness

Brightness Measurement Picture

White Light Output

Color Light Output

Brightness Uniformity

Screen Brightness

Native Contrast

APL Native Contrast

0.1% APL Native Contrast

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5% APL Native Contrast

10% APL Native Contrast

15% APL Native Contrast

25% APL Native Contrast

50% APL Native Contrast

Native Full-On/Full-Off Contrast

Full-On/Full-Off Contrast

Pre-Calibration Color Accuracy

Pre White Balance Picture

Pre Gamma Curve Picture

Pre Color Picture

White Balance dE 2000

Color dE 2000

Gamma

Color Temperature

Picture Mode

Color Temp Setting

Gamma Setting

Post-Calibration Color Accuracy

Post White Balance Picture

Post Gamma Curve Picture

Post Color Picture

White Balance dE 2000

Color dE 2000

Gamma

Color Temperature

White Balance Calibration

Color Calibration

Picture Mode

Color Gamut

Gamut Picture - Rec. 709

BT.709 xy

BT.709 uv

Gamut Picture - Rec. 2020

BT.2020 xy

BT.2020 uv

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Additional Carrying Features

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Carrying Case Picture

Carrying Handle

Lens Protection

Carrying Case

Physical Setup Flexibility

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Mounting Holes Picture

Optical Zoom

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