BenQ AK700ST vs Hisense C2 Ultra
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Choosing between the BenQ AK700ST and Hisense C2 Ultra? Both compete in the Projector segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The BenQ AK700ST scores higher in value, gaming performance, form factor. The Hisense C2 Ultra leads in video quality, room fit. They score similarly in ease of use.
The BenQ AK700ST offers higher brightness at 4000 ANSI lumens vs 3000. More lumens means a brighter image, critical if you can't fully darken your room. Below 2000 lumens needs a dedicated dark room; 3000+ handles ambient light. In a dedicated dark room, contrast ratio and color accuracy may matter more than raw brightness.
These two Projector options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the BenQ AK700ST is the stronger choice — it leads in 3 of 6 scored dimensions. The Hisense C2 Ultra makes more sense if you prioritize the 2 dimensions where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
BenQ AK700ST
Hisense C2 Ultra
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Native Resolution | 4K | 4K |
| Technology | DLP | DLP |
| Throw Ratio Min | 0.69 | 0.9 |
| Throw Ratio Max | 0.83 | 1.5 |
| Lens Shift V | — | — |
| Lens Shift H | — | — |
| ANSI Lumens | 4000 | 3000 |
| CLO Lumens | — | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 3000000:1 | 2000000:1 |
| HDR Support | HDR10, HLG | HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG |
| Input Lag | 16.7ms | 50ms |
| Lamp Life | 20000hrs | 25000hrs |
| Light Source | laser | rgb_laser |
| Lens Quality | — | — |
| Tone Mapping | — | — |
| Ultra Short Throw | No | No |
| Chip Size | — | 0.47" |
| Color Depth | 30bit | 10bit |
| Zoom Ratio | 1.2 | 1.67 |
| Zoom Type | manual | Manual |
| Focus Type | — | Motorized |
| Noise (Normal) | 32dB | 36dB |
| Noise (Eco) | 29dB | — |
| Power Draw | 212W | 180W |
| HDMI Inputs | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.0 | 2.1 |
| 3D Support | Yes | No |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes | Yes |
| Speaker Power | 10W | 20W |
| Wi-Fi | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| Streaming Apps | Yes | Yes |
| Lens Memory | No | No |
| 12V Trigger | No | No |
| Ethernet | No | Yes |
| Frame Interpolation | No | No |
| Native Aspect | — | 16:9 |
Key Differences
- Color Depth: BenQ AK700ST at 30bit vs Hisense C2 Ultra at 10bit
- Input Lag: BenQ AK700ST at 16.7ms vs Hisense C2 Ultra at 50ms. Sub-20ms is excellent for gaming. Above 40ms feels sluggish. Only matters for interactive content — film and TV don't benefit from low input lag.
- Speaker Power: BenQ AK700ST at 10W vs Hisense C2 Ultra at 20W
- Throw Ratio Max: BenQ AK700ST at 0.83 vs Hisense C2 Ultra at 1.5
- Contrast Ratio: BenQ AK700ST at 3000000:1 vs Hisense C2 Ultra at 2000000:1
Which Should You Choose?
Choose BenQ AK700ST if you want:
- + better throw ratio min
- + better ansi lumens — more lumens means a brighter image, critical if you can't fully darken your room
- + better contrast ratio
- + better input lag — sub-20ms is excellent for gaming
Choose Hisense C2 Ultra if you want:
- + better lamp life
- + better power draw
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how BenQ AK700ST and Hisense C2 Ultra compare to the rest of the field.
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