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Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) — Tri-laser UST · 130″ · 4K @ 60 Hz
Samsung

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D)

Tri-laser UST · 130″ · 4K @ 60 Hz

88
/ 100
From $6,499
VS
BenQ X3100i — 4LED · 4K · 240Hz gaming
BenQ

BenQ X3100i

4LED · 4K · 240Hz gaming

88
/ 100
From $2,999
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) lands at 88 and BenQ X3100i at 88. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) if…

  • ✓Best premium UST picture quality
  • ✓Built-in Tizen smart TV
  • ✓40 W built-in speaker

Pick BenQ X3100i if…

  • ✓Low input lag for projectors
  • ✓240Hz at 1080p
  • ✓True 4K DLP
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Winner by scenario

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

Color

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D)

Compared on the color sub-score

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) leads on color (96 vs 90).

Brightness

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D)

Compared on the brightness sub-score

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) leads on brightness (92 vs 82).

Value for money

BenQ X3100i

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

BenQ X3100i more score per dollar ($2,999 vs $6,499).

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) 88
vs
88 BenQ X3100i

Score breakdown

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D)
88
brightness 92
color 96
contrast 88
gaming 78
ease 86
motion 0
features 0
BenQ X3100i
88
brightness 82
color 90
contrast 0
gaming 0
ease 0
motion 94
features 88

Specs side-by-side

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) versus BenQ X3100i — full spec comparison
Spec Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) BenQ X3100i
Type
UST tri-laser
4LED DLP
Resolution
4K @ 60 Hz
4K
Brightness
▲ 3450 ANSI lumens
3300 ANSI lumens
Color gamut
154% DCI-P3
—
HDR
HDR10+
—
Throw ratio
0.19:1
—
Lifespan
20000 hours
—
Gaming
—
4K/60 + 1080p/240

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D)

Pros
  • +Best premium UST picture quality
  • +Built-in Tizen smart TV
  • +40 W built-in speaker
Cons
  • −No Dolby Vision
  • −ALR screen sold separately
  • −Premium pricing

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

FAQ: Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) vs BenQ X3100i

Which is better, Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) or BenQ X3100i? +

Both score 88 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) worth the price? +

At $6,499, Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in color.

Is BenQ X3100i worth the price? +

At $2,999, BenQ X3100i delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in motion.

Does Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) or BenQ X3100i 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, Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) or BenQ X3100i? +

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) — leads on color (96 vs 90). Compared on the color sub-score.

Which is better for brightness, Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) or BenQ X3100i? +

Samsung The Premiere 9 (LPU9D) — leads on brightness (92 vs 82). Compared on the brightness sub-score.