BenQ X3100i
4LED · 4K · 240Hz gaming
Samsung LSP9T
Tri-laser UST
Samsung LSP9T takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, BenQ X3100i lands at 88 and Samsung LSP9T at 90. That puts Samsung LSP9T ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick BenQ X3100i if…
- ✓Low input lag for projectors
- ✓240Hz at 1080p
- ✓True 4K DLP
Pick Samsung LSP9T if…
- ✓Large-screen experience
- ✓Laser light sources live 20k+ hours
- ✓4K HDR on modern models
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testColor
BenQ X3100iCompared on the color sub-score
BenQ X3100i leads on color (90 vs 88).
Motion
BenQ X3100iCompared on the motion sub-score
BenQ X3100i leads on motion (94 vs 82).
Features
TieCompared on the features sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
BenQ X3100iSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
BenQ X3100i more score per dollar ($2,999 vs $5,999).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | BenQ X3100i | Samsung LSP9T |
|---|---|---|
| Type | 4LED DLP | Tri-laser UST |
| Brightness | 3300 ANSI lumens | — |
| Resolution | 4K | — |
| Gaming | 4K/60 + 1080p/240 | — |
BenQ X3100i
- +Low input lag for projectors
- +240Hz at 1080p
- +True 4K DLP
- −Not bright enough for day
- −Fan noise in boost
- −Soundbar recommended
Samsung LSP9T
- +Large-screen experience
- +Laser light sources live 20k+ hours
- +4K HDR on modern models
- −Room conditions matter enormously
- −Fan noise under brightness
- −Smart platform varies
FAQ: BenQ X3100i vs Samsung LSP9T
Which is better, BenQ X3100i or Samsung LSP9T? +
Samsung LSP9T scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is BenQ X3100i worth the price? +
At $2,999, BenQ X3100i delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in motion.
Is Samsung LSP9T worth the price? +
At $5,999, Samsung LSP9T delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in brightness.
Does BenQ X3100i or Samsung LSP9T last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for color, BenQ X3100i or Samsung LSP9T? +
BenQ X3100i — leads on color (90 vs 88). Compared on the color sub-score.
Which is better for motion, BenQ X3100i or Samsung LSP9T? +
BenQ X3100i — leads on motion (94 vs 82). Compared on the motion sub-score.