GamesRadar+ Verdict
The BenQ X300G feels like it heralds a new era for gaming projectors.
BenQ is certainly no stranger to gaming projectors.
While it may have shrunk, the new BenQ X300G follows the same trajectory as the models before it.
There’s something different going on here, though.
Thats certainly not something I could have said for the comparatively more imposingXGIMI Horizon Ultra.
Its compact, yes.
But its not exactly aportable projector.
This thing still weighs 6.6lbs, and its still chunky in its design.
What BenQ might mean when they say portable, then, is flexible.
And the X300G has flexibility in buckets.
The entire rig feels sturdy and well-supported.
Features
The biggest draw of the BenQ X300G is its ease of use.
I wouldnt fiddle with these options too much if youre prioritizing speed, though.
This is all extra work for the system, which does mean additional delay in your picture.
Thats been a lifeline for me.
There are some caveats to the way BenQ has marketed this feature, though.
That meant I did see some considerable framerate drops in both heavier and lighter titles.
Still, its a nifty feature that you wont find in too many projectors of this size and price.
There is also a USB-A port on the side.
And once again, theres a hidden treat for us.
Alongside that, youll find all your usual services downloadable via theGooglePlay Store.
Thats not to say I wasnt impressed with the BenQ X300G.
With the lights off, the BenQ X300G is an incredibly exciting piece of tech.
Should you buy the BenQ X300G?
This isnt a cheaper alternative to some of the more luxuriously priced models on the market, though.
TheSony VPL-VW590ESwill still take the trophy in the home entertainment arena.
Both of these projectors are out of the BenQ X300Gs price league, though.
Really, we should be talking about the XGIMI Horizon Ultra ($1,699 / 1,649).
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