Compare BenQ BR9708 vs Leica Cine Play 1 Plus
In this technical comparison between the BenQ BR9708 and the Leica Cine Play 1 Plus, 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 × 2160 px) via XPR technology for the Cine Play 1 Plus.
Choosing between these two Projectors models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Approx. $6,499 / £4,650 / €6,500 and Approx. $3,750 USD.
| Specifications |
BenQ BR9708 |
Leica Cine Play 1 Plus |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | November 2025 | November 2024 |
| 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) | 242 x 261 x 229 mm (9.5 x 10.3 x 9.0 in); approx. 6.7 kg (14.7 lbs) |
| Mount (Ceiling / Desk) | 360-degree installation, Portrait mode, and Ceiling/Desk support | Desktop (on integrated swing base), Floor Stand (optional), or Ceiling mount (supported via image flip) |
| Noise level | 30 dB (Normal) / 27 dB (Eco) | < 29 dB(A) at 1m distance |
| Projection System | ||
| Technology | DLP (0.47" DMD chip) | DLP (0.47" XPR chip) |
| Light Source | ||
| Type | Blue Laser | Direct Triple RGB-Laser (TriChroma) |
| Lifespan | 20,000 hours (Normal) / 25,000 hours (Eco) | > 25,000 hours |
| Image | ||
| Native resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160 px) | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160 px) via XPR technology |
| Brightness | 2,600 ANSI Lumens | Up to 3,000 ANSI Lumens (Ultra Mode) |
| Contrast ratio | 1,200:1 (Native) / 3,000,000:1 (Dynamic Black) | Native: 1,500:1; Dynamic: 2,000,000:1 |
| 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 | 0.9 – 1.5:1 / 1.3 m to 10 m |
| Screen size | 60" to 300" | 65" to 300" |
| Lens & Adjustment | ||
| Focus | Motorized | Automatic & Motorized |
| Zoom | Motorized (1.3x or 1.6x depending on lens; 0.5x is fixed) | 1.6x Optical (Leica Summicron zoom lens) |
| Keystone | 2D, Manual Vertical & Horizontal ±35° | Automatic 4-point/9-point geometric correction |
| Lens shift | Motorized; Vertical ±50%, Horizontal ±15% (varies slightly by lens) | Not available (uses digital alignment and manual tilt base) |
| Video | ||
| Max input resolution & FPS | 4K @ 60Hz / 1080p @ 240Hz | 4K @ 60Hz (Game mode: 1080p @ 120Hz with < 12ms latency) |
| HDR support | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG --- Special Features: 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, Delta E < 2 accuracy, Motion Enhancer (MEMC) | Dolby Vision, HDR10+, HDR10, HLG |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker | None (Designed for professional external audio systems) | 2 x 10 Watt (2.0 Channel) |
| Audio out | 1x SPDIF (Optical), HDMI eARC (7.1 channel support) | 1x Optical (S/PDIF), 1x 3.5mm Headphone Jack, HDMI eARC |
| 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 eARC), 2x USB 3.0 |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | Not built-in (Requires external dongle for wireless) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Screen casting | - | Apple AirPlay, Screen Mirroring (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) | VIDAA U7.6 |
| App support | - | Netflix, Disney+, YouTube, Prime Video, etc. (with Voice Control) |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | 450W (Max) / 380W (Normal) / 240W (Eco) | 180W (Standard); < 0.5W (Standby) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Projector body (lens sold separately), Remote Control, Power Cord, Calibration Report, Quick Start Guide | Projector, Bluetooth/IR Remote (Aluminum), 2x AAA batteries, Power Supply & Cable, Accessory Bag, Manual |
| Price | Approx. $6,499 / £4,650 / €6,500 | Approx. $3,750 USD |
| Full Details | BR9708 - Full Specifications | Cine Play 1 Plus - Full Specifications |