Compare BenQ BR9708 vs Hisense Vidda C5
In this technical comparison between the BenQ BR9708 and the Hisense Vidda C5, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 4K UHD (3840 × 2160 px) for the BR9708 versus 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) for the Vidda C5.
Choosing between these two Projectors models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Approx. $6,499 / £4,650 / €6,500 and ~$3,500 USD.
| Specifications |
BenQ BR9708 |
Hisense Vidda C5 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | November 2025 | October 2025 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions & weight | 525.2 x 145.7 x 392.2 mm (20.7× 5.7× 15.4 in); 10.5 kg (23.1 lbs) | 293 x 273 x 213 mm |
| Mount (Ceiling / Desk) | 360-degree installation, Portrait mode, and Ceiling/Desk support | - |
| Noise level | 30 dB (Normal) / 27 dB (Eco) | ≤ 26 dB (Liquid-cooled system) |
| Projection System | ||
| Technology | DLP (0.47" DMD chip) | DLP (0.47" DMD with 3rd-Gen SST Architecture) |
| Light Source | ||
| Type | Blue Laser | Alpha Dual MCL Triple Color RGB Laser |
| Lifespan | 20,000 hours (Normal) / 25,000 hours (Eco) | 25,000 - 30,000 hours |
| Image | ||
| Native resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160 px) | 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) |
| Brightness | 2,600 ANSI Lumens | 6,800 CVIA Lumens (Approx. 4,500 - 5,200 ISO Lumens) |
| Contrast ratio | 1,200:1 (Native) / 3,000,000:1 (Dynamic Black) | 8,000:1 (Native) / 5,000,000:1 (Dynamic) |
| Throw ratio / Distance | Interchangeable lens system --- LS3ST1 (Short): 0.5:1, LS3ST2 (Wide): 0.7 – 0.9:1, LS3ST3 (Standard): 1.0 – 1.6:1 | 0.84 - 2.0:1 |
| Screen size | 60" to 300" | 50" – 300" |
| Lens & Adjustment | ||
| Focus | Motorized | Quad-camera + 3D ToF Auto Focus |
| Zoom | Motorized (1.3x or 1.6x depending on lens; 0.5x is fixed) | 2.38x Lossless Optical Zoom |
| Keystone | 2D, Manual Vertical & Horizontal ±35° | Omnidirectional Auto Keystone |
| Lens shift | Motorized; Vertical ±50%, Horizontal ±15% (varies slightly by lens) | ±130% Vertical / ±46% Horizontal (Optical) |
| Video | ||
| Max input resolution & FPS | 4K @ 60Hz / 1080p @ 240Hz | 4K @ 60Hz / 1080p @ 240Hz |
| HDR support | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG --- Special Features: 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, Delta E < 2 accuracy, Motion Enhancer (MEMC) | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HLG, IMAX Enhanced |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker | None (Designed for professional external audio systems) | JBL 2.1 System (Dual 8W Full Range + 15W Subwoofer) |
| Audio out | 1x SPDIF (Optical), HDMI eARC (7.1 channel support) | HDMI eARC / Optical / Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI / USB | 2x HDMI 2.1 (1x eARC), 2x USB Type-A (Media/Power), 1x USB Type-B (Service) --- Networking/Control: RJ-45 LAN (HDBaseT/Control), RS232, 3D Sync Out | 2x HDMI 2.1, 1x USB 3.0 |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | Not built-in (Requires external dongle for wireless) | Wi-Fi 7 / Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Screen casting | - | AirPlay / DLNA / Miracast |
| Smart | ||
| OS | No built-in Smart OS (Professional "Lite" firmware for stability) --- Features: Blending Ready Mode (one-click multi-projector setup), White Balance Adjustment (WBA) | JuUI (Chinese version) / Android-based (Global equivalents) |
| App support | - | MT9681S Processor, 8GB RAM, 1TB Storage |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | 450W (Max) / 380W (Normal) / 240W (Eco) | ~240W - 300W |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Projector body (lens sold separately), Remote Control, Power Cord, Calibration Report, Quick Start Guide | Projector, Bluetooth Remote, Power Adapter, EPP Case |
| Price | Approx. $6,499 / £4,650 / €6,500 | ~$3,500 USD |
| Full Details | BR9708 - Full Specifications | Vidda C5 - Full Specifications |