Could the BenQ V7050i 4K Ultra Short Throw Projector REPLACE Your TV?

[@Youthman]

The BenQ V7050i UST projector provides a BEAUTIFUL and BRIGHT image, EVEN in rooms with a ton of ambient light. Purchase before Sept 1st and use coupon code YouthmanV7050i to receive 10% off and get FREE a pair of 3D glasses! Links below: BenQ V7050i US product page: benqurl.biz/3fjYtT5 BenQ V7050i UK product page: benqurl.biz/3jbcYK3 Correction: The 7050i Native Resolution is 4K UHD (3840×2160, instead of Native 4K. Disclosure: This video is not sponsored but BenQ did send the product out for review. Pricing on Home Theater products - youthmanreviews.com/sales/ Ways You Can Support: Patreon: www.patreon.com/youthman Youthman Courses - www.youthmancourses.com/ Youthman Merch - teespring.com/stores/youthman/

[@alexhussman4125]

I wish there was a projector out there more to appeal to people who watch movies AND game. With the new games coming out and supporting 4k 120 it makes you really wonder if size is more important than optimal performance that you’d see in todays OLED. But… as always.. awesome review!

[@Geerladenlad]

Wow this looks like a really nice option for someone that was maybe not wanting to buy a TV.

[@SpecOfTech]

Great video as always Mike. This is one I will have to check out, I am thinking of a UST PJ for the future.

[@Youthman]

Thanks Barrett.

[@junior-OG]

nah you need 2 more 24 inch sub 😂

[@GunnyPhillips]

Thanks for the review as always. This is easily the most complete and beautiful UST projector I've seen. The media stick integration was poorly handled, which is unfortunate for such a nice overall design.

[@Youthman]

Thanks John. Yes this was the first time I have seen a company not include the OS inside the projector so that was certainly different.

[@mephInc]

I think it's a afterthought as a way to compete with smart tvs.

[@nickteale7600]

I have the previous model 6050i and that doesn't come with the media stick.

[@rhythmjunction2301]

@@nickteale7600 what are your thoughts on V6050i

[@nickteale7600]

@@rhythmjunction2301 I love mine. I've watched more films since I bought it than I probably have in the last year. AV Forums here in the UK have just reviewed the 7000 and compared it to the 6000/50 and said "Overall, the V7000i is an excellent UST 4K projector, but the equally good V6000/6050 makes a cheaper option at £2,999." I paid this with a 100" screen so it's a no brainer when the 7000 retails for £3499. The only things that may put people off is the chance of seeing rainbows and the border of light that spills onto the walls. When I contacted Benq they said the border is to do with the T.I. chip but I suppose a screen with a wider frame would block it if you don't buy the bundle.

[@mikes361]

Projector looks really good but go ahead and put a movie with a lot of action on it to really show the true effect!

[@TriMuXx]

This projector definitely provides a more complete package and I am considering it for my home.....bedroom TV. I am less and less impressed with Flat Panel OLED tv's and the "deep black" colors they can create because usually when it's a dark scene in the movie/show I end up seeing a reflection of myself sitting on the couch. This is one of many reasons I am leaving Flat Panel TV. The black colors may not be AS dark, but they are QUITE CLOSE ENOUGH to the OLEDS that it's insignificant. ESPECIALLY when you consider this Ultra Short Throw Projector's 120" vs a Flat Panel TV's 85" or 90" (if you wanna spend tens of thousands on a 90" image). Great video, confirms my feelings that this is the Ultra Short Throw to get to replace the Master Bedroom TV. I already have a 4K projector setup in the Living Room.

[@LifeofBliss]

That's a fantastic looking image... great video bud. Looking forward to getting one set up!

[@Youthman]

Thanks brother

[@mdlr3014]

How does this compare to the epson projectors you have reviewed on your channel? EPSON 5040UB vs BenQ ? I’m trying to decide between a long throw projector vs short throw projector. Thanks

[@David25522]

Great review Michael as always!!!

[@Youthman]

Thanks David

[@voiceofreason9238]

The form factor of the BenQ is incredibly compact! No more need to hang it from the ceiling. That solves a lot of problems.

[@nitinthakur4407]

This one Vs LG hu85la which one is better image quality plz plz reply

[@cybergod77]

how about a comparison against those that u've reviewed previously?

[@aledoeagle6478]

I think it would be a much cleaner look if the BenQ media stick and usb power cable came 90 degree plugs.

[@Youthman]

You can always buy a 90 degree HDMI adapter on Amazon.

[@myhometheater7029]

That’s a cool Ust!!! I’m definitely gonna get one at some point.

[@eyefly001]

Can the feet be removed to attach to a mount that does fine tuning?

[@andyespenan5919]

Thanks for Video! Curious about that stand seen @2:45! How do the "feet" look? Im looking at doing a threaded rod stand. Thanks.

[@sumitagarwal3788]

Dear youth man, do you know if there is any acoustic transparent scren which is also alr or CLR screen material - basically suitable for ultra short throw projector and for speakers installation behind the acoustic screen

[@Youthman]

So far I am not aware of any CLR acoustic transparent screens

[@sumitagarwal3788]

@@Youthman thanks . Your words are the final words for me

[@sumitagarwal3788]

@@Youthman dear youthman , i have a living room which has big windows , so lot of ambient light. I wish to build a large screen 120 inch 16:9 ratio and a 5.1 sound system , (the screen wall is only 10 feet width which means 9 feet width of 120 inch screen will consume 9 ft of the 10 feet of the screen wall. There is not enough left to install lcr speakers . That is why i was looking for an acoustic transparent screen .

[@Aweegin]

If only it had a tv tuner, but as ever, nothing is perfect. Great Review.

[@Youthman]

I didn’t know people still watch TV. All of my content is either on physical disk or a streaming service.

[@Aweegin]

@@Youthman yeah, I hear that. So do I, but if this was to be a tv replacement, it needs to cover that base. For me, at least.

[@soilwotk7826]

Hi! I have the V7050i projector at home, I want to buy a screen, should the UST screen habe 0.8 gain or 0.6? Thanks

[@michaelscott666]

Hey Michael.A little bit of help here, this benqv7050i is s pain to get it line up with a screen from vava 100 inch. I’ve tried moving the screen as well as the benq. What could I be doing wrong? Thanks.

[@Youthman]

We found that alignment is the most difficult part of the installation with every single UST projector we have reviewed. Height is typically the issue. Be sure to check the manual for their recommended height and distance from the wall. If you do not have that correct, it will skew everything else.

[@michaelscott666]

Thanks

[@petepuma7008]

Terrific review. I understand that the BenQ V7050i, uses a color wheel. Are there any advantages in picture quality over a tricolor laser?

[@rhythmjunction2301]

Tri Color Lasers- All Day!

[@rhythmjunction2301]

This unit looks great! So is a higher contrast better or is higher ansi lumins better on Laser projectors for bright rooms vs others.

[@holdencommodore2200]

Awesome review as always, Mike. I am currently looking at the JVC nx7 (RS2000) and was wonder how this UST compared to your nx7? Which one has the better blacks and better image sharpness? Thanks!!!

[@Youthman]

JVC all day long. Where UST excels are rooms with ambient light. My NX7 looks washed out when I have my lights on. It’s meant for completely light controlled rooms.

[@DustinFrancis]

JVC NX5 and NX7 are about to get updated to laser light sources I think.

[@Youthman]

That would be sweet

[@DustinFrancis]

@@Youthman For sure. It just seems like the next logical step. It allows for even better and more consistent performance.

[@macho9556]

So, this is Native 4K? As in no image switching method? If it is, its a first for a UST that I know of. . Nice!! I just upgraded my Optoma CinemaX Pro for the Samsung LSP9T. Should've waited just a lil bit longer cause this has 3D. 3D is getting a lil scarce tho. I like the convertible top, very nice. And the built in measuring tape is also handy. Question about the keystone or as its now called , geometric correction. I heard that it doesn't affect the image. Is there an actual difference between keystone and geometric correction?

[@hometheaterjoe9489]

Great work, I now have hope for projectors in normal lighting conditions. This is Very interesting!! Love your work dog… js

[@Youthman]

UST’s have now made that possible

[@hometheaterjoe9489]

@@Youthman based on your review, (which I highly respect) this is big!! I have stayed away from projectors because of luminance… home theater is getting very interesting my friend!! Love your work…. js

[@evanbland4011]

Why is there 2 different depths for 100" screen? ALR requires a further distance?

[@Youthman]

I was curious about that as well but did not ask them. They recommend using this with a ALR or CLR screen so I’m assuming each one of those measurements are for that. Based on the label, I took it as if you use their screen, there’s a slightly different distance

[@DoctorScent]

How would you compare it to the samsung LSP9T?

[@Youthman]

I have not reviewed any Samsung projectors to know how it compares

[@DustinFrancis]

I just returned mine…it has a ton of rainbow shimmer/speckle and the red laser is super intense making getting good color out of it rough and it just doesn’t look as good as it should for the price.

[@gamingingalaxy4011]

I wonder if there is a big difference in picture quality compared to vava short throw?

[@Youthman]

Yes. At the time I reviewed the VAVA, it was a much less expensive option than the LG HU85LA that I reviewed so it was a great value. With more brands and models entering the market, VAVA will have to step up their game to compete.

[@tobi9]

Appreciate your work. Have you had a chance to review the new Vava Chroma and how does it compare to this so far?

[@Youthman]

Thank you kindly. I haven’t reviewed the new VAVA

[@chrisbullock6477]

I've considered one over the past year, but I can only excuse the purchase of a good name brand one like LG/SONY/BenQ/View Sonic if they start to come down to at least OLED prices. $1500-$2000

[@Luke-qs2cg]

After watching this, I'm wondering what projector should I be looking at if I wanted to go 177" to fill my wall.

[@Youthman]

For 177 inches you’re going to need a light canon.

[@Luke-qs2cg]

Sony gtz380 awaits you my friend. Gonna need a cool 100k

[@GAM4BigStrongGuys]

How about the Built-in Speakers?! How do they sound please?!

[@Youthman]

Like the speakers in other UST projectors I have reviewed. Nothing to get excited about

[@GAM4BigStrongGuys]

@@Youthman Oops I see .. Have you heard of JMGO U2?! Will you be doing a review too pls?!

[@Youthman]

I am not familiar with that brand

[@harkisingh]

Hey Michael, I have a question regarding that callibration disc, do you just play it and manually tweak the image settings of the projector to your liking?

[@Youthman]

With most calibration discs, they provide instructions, and then they will show an image on the screen and you adjust the levels of whatever setting your adjusting light contrast, brightness, until the pattern gets to the level that they recommend.

[@Youthman]

It’s not a matter of tweaking to your liking, you’re trying to achieve certain things on the screen to get the proper levels. There are more advanced settings within the calibration discs but I typically just use the basic

[@harkisingh]

@@Youthman Thank you very much for the explanation. I'll have to try it out myself however I did not catch the name of the disc you mentioned in the video.

[@Youthman]

I use Disney WOW but it’s almost $90 on Amazon. Many recommend Spears & Munsil as well

[@harkisingh]

@@Youthman Great thank you!!

[@i8nm3gp]

Hows the lifespan on that lamp?

[@Youthman]

20,000 on the laser. Standard projectors typically get 3,000.

[@joedirt6222]

Great review! Just curious what screen you're using for your ust projector reviews?

[@Youthman]

Thanks for the heads up on the audio. I should’ve watched all the way through the video before uploading. The screen is from HiSense - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nH2zlYGGaq94gLc

[@walkthroughvideos8916]

Great review. When do you think long throw laser project will be a regular product. Its seems to me there now now so many options ultra short throw but if you want a long throw to project 150inch then you are spending big $$$

[@Youthman]

Yeah you don’t find too many long throw projectors in homes so that may not ever become a reality.

[@walkthroughvideos8916]

@@Youthman seems to me the when ever someone reviews one of these they are really impressed with the picture quality brightness black levels... For us dedicated theatre owners Id like to be able to upgrade to this technology for the same price but without having to spend $$$$$ on a big Sony. Surely its just a lens thing. Same laser electronics inside the box just a different lens to be able to throw long and at 150inch

[@Youthman]

These are not the level of a high end Sony or JVC projector.

[@walkthroughvideos8916]

Oh! Sorry I thought were. Is the picture quality... of these short throw lasers better than your current Epson LED projector. If not then Ill just get what you have

[@meisuci4708]

What's the screen type?

[@Youthman]

It’s a HiSense 100”

[@meisuci4708]

@@Youthman that's why it's looked sharp....the screen type is the key

[@SFBenjaminK]

I really loved VAVA , but gonna wait for NEXT VAVA Generation short throw laser projector , then compare & then pull the trigger for one of them ...BUT i think NEW upcoming VAVA gonna kick all the butts in feathers/pic & price

[@sxiong13]

New vava is coming out this October and it's called VAVA Chroma with triple laser

[@SFBenjaminK]

@@sxiong13 Wow ,I can't wait & didn't know new one coming this year, GREAT thank you 🤙

[@Youthman]

Yes they contacted me about reviewing it

[@sxiong13]

@@Youthman nice will you be getting a discount code along the reviews?

[@SFBenjaminK]

@@Youthman They was super quiet about this no one knows about this new projector not even in website, my friend have the older one he really love it and the picture is really nice and vivid, for something under $3000 , hope the price wise gonna stay the same, yeah man you lucky definitely going for u to review it, I think they even made the VAVA screen for it but I'm looking for 120 in

[@rickdiculuss6049]

Darn, just bought a Samsung lsp7t so far I'm pretty happy with it but might end up selling it for this now haha

[@joseagui6125]

I liked it a lot. 👏👏👍

[@justinbass8243]

Free 3D glasses? I cant find info if this plays 3D. If so Im getting one.

[@Youthman]

Yes Justin. That's why they are giving away free 3D glasses with it. If you go to the link in the description, under Specs you will see: Picture Modes: 3D,Bright,Bright Cinema,DCI-P3,FILMMAKER MODE,FILMMAKER MODE HDR,HDR10,HLG,Silence,User 1 3D Compatibility: Frame Packing (Blu-ray),Side by Side (Streaming),Top Bottom (Streaming) * In 3D Mode: Resolution is 1920x1080 in 3D Mode.

[@justinbass8243]

@@Youthman now to find a nice short throw screen, 115 inch... 101wide 57 tall

[@randybradley4151]

Those blu-ray calibration discs are outrageously priced. They likely see these videos and the prices double.

[@Youthman]

Spears & Munsil are $29 and $39. I bought my Disney WOW many years ago much less than the $89 they are selling now

[@randybradley4151]

@@Youthman I'm in Canada and Amazon has World of wonder for over $200 and Spears & Munsil UHD HDR Benchmark is over $130.

[@Psyphonyx_Life]

Yikes .. That's the first time I cringed with an intro from you.. Those opening DB levels were like 3x times higher than your voice. had to turn that down or mute until it was over. A nice little short video on a short throw.

[@junior-OG]

me too

[@joeydelmarsjr.646]

im gonna wait for the sale 1,999 to 2499 is a good price

[@11Forty6]

Looks like a great machine but the media stick and usb really is poor design. Why does it need an external media stick, why can't it be integrated?

[@Youthman]

Add to found out a little interesting. This was the only UST projector that I have reviewed that had that

[@11Forty6]

@@Youthman This reminds me of when Plasma TV's came out and many didn't have a tuner built in so had a separate media box and were insanely expensive. Clearly this tech is going to replace TV's but is still in its infancy stages. I'm going to hold off from buying one for 18months or so.

[@victorpulos823]

Why was my comment delete for youth man ?

[@DustinFrancis]

I think he had to replace the video because of an audio issue…I don’t see my comment any longer, so I’m guessing that’s the reason.

[@Youthman]

Sorry Victor. I finished editing the video and decided to make a small change but did not realize it affected the audio at the end of the video so at one point you could not even hear me talking because the background music was so loud. I figured it was better to fix that and re-upload. Feel free to repost your question or comment

[@georgepopescu1327]

Contrast is not that great , it was measured by profesional calibrators at 900:1 which relatively low, as we can observe even from this video but there are a lot of expensive projectors out there with a much lower native contrast.

[@Youthman]

I would imagine most projectors inflate their contrast numbers as most are in the millions.

[@georgepopescu1327]

@@Youthman well yes, all are doing this, only in professional projector market we can see real numbers posted on official site.

[@m4nc1n1]

Very nice

[@MrMadeinthe80s]

These are great if you are looking for a TV replacement, but I really want a rear projection laser projector for this price. Not sure why they keep pushing this UST stuff.

[@SlyNine]

I will stick with oled

[@bottomup12]

That’s the klugiest technology I’ve ever seen. Too expensive for what it is. Good review of it though.

[@Youthman]

Thanks Jeff. It certainly will not be for everyone.

[@thomasmorel1447]

Not native 4K !

[@Youthman]

And? During the Kansas City Projector Shootout, during the blind tests, out of 20 or so participants, not one person commented on resolution. The differences noticed were black levels and brightness. Every once in awhile someone would comment that one seemed slightly sharper than the one it was being compared to. Native vs Pixel Shifting isn’t the drastic difference you think it might be.

[@macho9556]

1st to like!!

[@macho9556]

@@keepingupwiththejones2933 1 minute lol

[@hometheaterjoe9489]

😂🤣

[@mephInc]

To do a 120" screen you'll end up what looks to be about 2 feet from the wall to the front of the unit? That's horrible.

[@Jworkjether09]

THANK YOU!!!...Developers please stop making white projectors😡...

[@Youthman]

Some are making black and gray

[@harrellmatutebetancourt4182]

Too much work

[@Youthman]

This was much easier to set up than my theater room. 😉

[@CrunchEnhancer]

It's nice but your normal guy can't afford it

[@Youthman]

Honestly, it’s a mindset. Normal guys can absolutely afford it. You may have to save up, be patient or even sell something that you no longer use but it’s certainly attainable for a normal guy. It also helps if you do not have any debt. Many years ago we decided to sacrifice for 6 years to pay off all of our debts. The only thing we now owe is our home.