Which sits closer to the screen, the BenQ W5850 or Optoma UHZ65LV?

The BenQ W5850 has the shorter throw, so it can be placed closer for the same image size.

Which is cheaper, the BenQ W5850 or Optoma UHZ65LV?

The Optoma UHZ65LV is typically cheaper, around $4,499 at street price.

Head-to-head

BenQ W5850 vs Optoma UHZ65LV

Side-by-side comparison of the BenQ W5850 and Optoma UHZ65LV: throw ratio, brightness, resolution, input lag and price — plus which one to buy.

Quick verdict

The BenQ W5850 and Optoma UHZ65LV are both standard-throw projectors in a similar price range. The Optoma UHZ65LV is brighter — 5,000 vs 2,600 lumens. The BenQ W5850 can sit closer to the screen (throw ratio from 1.00 vs 1.39). The Optoma UHZ65LV costs less — about $4,499 vs $6,999.

Spec	BenQ W5850	Optoma UHZ65LV
Throw ratio	1–1.6	1.39–2.22
Brightness	2,600 lumens	5,000 lumens
Resolution	4K UHD	4K UHD
HDR	Yes	Yes
Light source	laser	laser
Input lag	17.9 ms	—
Price	~$6,999	~$4,499

Throw distance: BenQ W5850 vs Optoma UHZ65LV

How far each projector must sit from the screen for the same image size.

Screen	BenQ W5850	Optoma UHZ65LV
80″	5.8–9.3 ft	8.1–12.9 ft
100″	7.3–11.6 ft	10.1–16.1 ft
120″	8.7–13.9 ft	12.1–19.3 ft
150″	10.9–17.4 ft	15.1–24.2 ft

Which should you buy?

• Choose the Optoma UHZ65LV if a brighter picture in ambient light matters most.
• Choose the Optoma UHZ65LV if you want to spend less for similar core performance.