BenQ launches TH685 HDR 1080P console gaming projector for PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and more
If you are a console gamer, you probably have your gaming system hooked up to a TV. After all, this is what most people will connect their PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, or Microsoft Xbox One up to. And for the most part, that make sense. But what if you want a really big screen without breaking the bank? When I say "big," I mean bigger than can be realistically achieved with a TV -- like, say, 150 inches. Well then, a projector is what you will need.
Unfortunately, projectors aren't typically designed for gaming, so there is a good chance you won't have a great experience due to lag. Today, BenQ hopes to change that with the all-new TH685 HDR 1080P console gaming projector. The company promises that the low input lag (8ms response time) will provide a superior console gaming experience compared to other projectors.
"Featuring more dynamic color range, TH685 is compatible with HDR through HDMI 2.0, allowing the projector to showcase a more colorful and higher contrast ratio than SDR. The new projector also introduces the RGBW color wheel to achieve 95 percent Rec. 709 color space without any loss of brightness to generate stunning color images even in brighter environments. For a more complete audiovisual dynamic, TH685 utilizes a 5W Trevolo Speaker with EQ Adjustment. With the new projector, users can witness incredible imagery accompanied by enhanced audio capabilities," says BenQ
The company further says, "For those who enjoying console gaming on a big screen TV, TH685 has the lowest input lag at 8.3 ms (1080p/120 Hz). TH685 also offers enhanced visibility with the use of Game Picture Mode, which creates higher contrast and fine-tuned gamma curve to allow gamers to see details more clearly in darker game settings, perfect for those who prefer to play RPGs. At 3,500 lumen brightness, TH685 can be used in any ambient lighting without impacting the projected image. In addition to the high brightness, TH685 also includes BenQ’s exclusive LumiExpert technology, which automatically adjusts the projector’s brightness based on the ambient light in its direct surroundings. The 3D projector also has a digital vertical lens shift for flexible installation and 15,000 lamp hours."
Steve Yang, director of BenQ Corporation, provides the following statement.
The new TH685 creates spectacular visuals in any lighting environment, so consumers can enjoy high-quality content anywhere in their home. With new key features like the Trevolo Speaker, LumiExpert and Game Picture Mode, this projector is the perfect choice for gaming and entertainment enthusiasts alike and offers true competition when comparing the projector versus TV.
BenQ shares specifications below.
| Projection System | DLP |
| Resolution | 1080p (1920x1080) |
| Resolution Support | VGA(640 x 480) to WUXGA(1920 x 1200) |
| Brightness (ANSI lumens) | 3500lm |
| Contrast Ratio (FOFO) | 10,000:1 |
| Display Color | 30 Bits (1.07 billion colors) |
| Native Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Light Source | Lamp |
| Light Source Life | Normal 4,000 hours, Eco 10,000 hours, SmartEco 8,000 hours, LampSave 15,000 hours |
| Throw Ratio | 1.13~1.46, 100" @ 2.5m (100" @ 96 inch) |
| Zoom Ratio | 1.3x |
| Digital Lens Shift | Vertical ±5% |
| Keystone Adjustment | Auto 1D Vertical ±30 degrees |
| Projection Offset | 105% |
| Clear Image Size (Diagonal) | 60"~200" |
| Image Size | 30"~300" |
| Horizontal Frequency | 15K~102KHz |
| Vertical Scan Rate | 23~120Hz |
| Picture Mode | Bright / Living Room / Cinema / Sports / Game / (3D)* / User 1 / User 2 |
| Color Wheel Segment | 6 segment (RGBWYC) |
| Color Wheel Speed | 2X(2D/3D, 50Hz/60Hz) , 3D max 144Hz |
| Rec.709 Coverage | 95% |
| Speaker | 5W Chamber Speaker x 1 |
| PC (D-Sub) | X1 |
| Monitor Out (D-Sub) | X1 |
| HDMI | X2 (HDCP2.2) |
| USB Type A | X1 (1.5A power) |
| Audio in (3.5mm Mini Jack) | X1 |
| Audio out (3.5mm Mini Jack) | X1 |
| RS232 (DB-9pin) | X1 |
| IR Receiver | X2 (Front / Top) |
| Security Bar | Yes (Security Bar, Kensington Lock) |
| HDR | Yes (HDR10, HLG) |
| CinemaMaster Audio+2 | Yes |
| LumiExpert | Yes |
If you want to buy you own BenQ TH685 HDR 1080P console gaming projector, it can be ordered here immediately for $799. Keep in mind, while it is designed for gaming, it will work well for anything, really, such as watching movies or displaying spreadsheets in an office setting.