BenQ TH690ST

With minimal input lag and good color accuracy, the BenQ TH690ST is a significant step up from entry level, making it an acceptable short-throw projector for watching movies and gaming.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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MSRP: $1,099.00

Product details

  • 1080P HDR VIBRANT IN-GAME COLORS: 1080p HDR-enabled with 4K compatibility, and stunning movie industrial color 84% DCI-P3 and 98% Rec.709.
  • 4LED TECHNOLOGY: BenQ-exclusive Auto Color Calibration balances WRGBYCM color points for consistent vibrant color, overcoming natural RGB decay over the lamp lifespan.
  • SHORT THROW PROJECTION DISTANCE: Short throw projectors provide immersive 100" gameplay within 4.9ft.
  • 8.3MS LOW LATENCY: Down to 4ms (1080p @120Hz) or 16ms (1080p @60Hz) under game mode for smooth gameplay.
  • PRO PERFORMANCE: Compatible with major consoles (Sony PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One X, Google Stadia) huge, bright, sharp images and equalized audio
  • DEDICATED GAME MODE: The Game Mode empowers you to tweak the images for the best display in a dark or bright environment.
  • MULTI-PURPOSE ENTERTAINMENT: It's also perfect for movies and live sports with brilliantly immersive visual experiences.
  • INDUSTRY LEADING WARRANTY: 3-year limited parts and labor coverage; our US-based customer service team is here when you need it.

PROS

+ Good color accuracy and shadow detail
+ Short throw with 1.2x zoom
+ Short input lag times
+ 1,920-by-1,080-pixel native resolution

CONS

- Low brightness for a gaming projector
- Potentially distracting rainbow artifacts

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on February 11, 2023
With minimal input lag and good color accuracy, the BenQ TH690ST is a significant step up from entry level, making it an acceptable short-throw projector for watching movies and gaming.
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