BenQ
BenQ X3100i
4LED · 4K · 240Hz gaming
88
/ 100
From $2,999
VS
BenQ X3100i wins by 3
XGIMI
XGIMI Horizon Ultra
Portable 4K
85
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict
BenQ X3100i takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, BenQ X3100i lands at 88 and XGIMI Horizon Ultra at 85. That puts BenQ X3100i ahead by 3 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 XGIMI Horizon Ultra if…
- ✓Large-screen experience
- ✓Laser light sources live 20k+ hours
- ✓4K HDR on modern models
BenQ X3100i 88
vs 85 XGIMI Horizon Ultra
Score breakdown
BenQ X3100i
88 brightness 82
color 90
motion 94
features 88
XGIMI Horizon Ultra
85 brightness 85
color 83
motion 82
features 83
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | BenQ X3100i | XGIMI Horizon Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Type | 4LED DLP | Portable 4K |
| Brightness | 3300 ANSI lumens | — |
| Resolution | 4K | — |
| Gaming | 4K/60 + 1080p/240 | — |
BenQ X3100i
Pros
- +Low input lag for projectors
- +240Hz at 1080p
- +True 4K DLP
Cons
- −Not bright enough for day
- −Fan noise in boost
- −Soundbar recommended
XGIMI Horizon Ultra
Pros
- +Large-screen experience
- +Laser light sources live 20k+ hours
- +4K HDR on modern models
Cons
- −Room conditions matter enormously
- −Fan noise under brightness
- −Smart platform varies
FAQ: BenQ X3100i vs XGIMI Horizon Ultra
Which is better, BenQ X3100i or XGIMI Horizon Ultra? +
BenQ X3100i scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. 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 XGIMI Horizon Ultra worth the price? +
At $1,699, XGIMI Horizon Ultra delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in brightness.
Does BenQ X3100i or XGIMI Horizon Ultra 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.