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BenQ X3100i — 4LED DLP
BenQ

BenQ X3100i

4LED DLP

88
/ 100
From $2,999
VS
Epson EpiqVision LS800 — Laser UST
Epson

Epson EpiqVision LS800

Laser UST

88
/ 100
From $3,499
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, BenQ X3100i lands at 88 and Epson EpiqVision LS800 at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick BenQ X3100i if…

  • ✓Large-screen experience
  • ✓Laser light sources live 20k+ hours
  • ✓4K HDR on modern models

Pick Epson EpiqVision LS800 if…

  • ✓Large-screen experience
  • ✓Laser light sources live 20k+ hours
  • ✓4K HDR on modern models
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Brightness

Tie

Compared on the brightness sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Color

Tie

Compared on the color sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

BenQ X3100i

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

BenQ X3100i more score per dollar ($2,999 vs $3,499).

BenQ X3100i 88
vs
88 Epson EpiqVision LS800

Score breakdown

BenQ X3100i
88
brightness 88
color 86
motion 82
features 86
Epson EpiqVision LS800
88
brightness 88
color 86
motion 82
features 86

Specs side-by-side

BenQ X3100i versus Epson EpiqVision LS800 — full spec comparison
Spec BenQ X3100i Epson EpiqVision LS800
Type
4LED DLP
Laser UST

BenQ X3100i

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

Epson EpiqVision LS800

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 Epson EpiqVision LS800

Which is better, BenQ X3100i or Epson EpiqVision LS800? +

Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. 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 brightness.

Is Epson EpiqVision LS800 worth the price? +

At $3,499, Epson EpiqVision LS800 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in brightness.

Does BenQ X3100i or Epson EpiqVision LS800 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 the better value, BenQ X3100i or Epson EpiqVision LS800? +

BenQ X3100i — more score per dollar ($2,999 vs $3,499). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.