Compare BenQ BR9708 vs TCL PlayCube
In this technical comparison between the BenQ BR9708 and the TCL PlayCube, 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 Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) for the PlayCube.
Choosing between these two Projectors models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Approx. $6,499 / £4,650 / €6,500 and $699 / £699.
| Specifications |
BenQ BR9708 |
TCL PlayCube |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | November 2025 | September 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) | 96.6 x 96.6 x 149.8 mm (3.8× 3.8× 5.9 in); 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs) |
| Mount (Ceiling / Desk) | 360-degree installation, Portrait mode, and Ceiling/Desk support | Integrated 90° twistable base (Rubik’s Cube style); supports tripod mounting. |
| Noise level | 30 dB (Normal) / 27 dB (Eco) | < 28 dB |
| Projection System | ||
| Technology | DLP (0.47" DMD chip) | DLP (0.33" DMD Chip) |
| Light Source | ||
| Type | Blue Laser | 3-color RGB LED (OSRAM) |
| Lifespan | 20,000 hours (Normal) / 25,000 hours (Eco) | 30,000 hours |
| Image | ||
| Native resolution | 4K UHD (3840 × 2160 px) | Full HD (1920 × 1080 px) |
| Brightness | 2,600 ANSI Lumens | 750 ISO Lumens (Approx. 930 ANSI Lumens) |
| Contrast ratio | 1,200:1 (Native) / 3,000,000:1 (Dynamic Black) | 1,000,000:1 (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 | 1.21:1 / 0.8 m to 4.1 m |
| Screen size | 60" to 300" | 30" to 150" |
| Lens & Adjustment | ||
| Focus | Motorized | ToF Instant Auto-Focus |
| Zoom | Motorized (1.3x or 1.6x depending on lens; 0.5x is fixed) | Digital Zoom |
| Keystone | 2D, Manual Vertical & Horizontal ±35° | Auto Vertical & Horizontal (±45°) --- Advanced Features: Auto Screen Alignment, Obstacle Avoidance, and Ambient Light Sensor. |
| Lens shift | Motorized; Vertical ±50%, Horizontal ±15% (varies slightly by lens) | - |
| Video | ||
| Max input resolution & FPS | 4K @ 60Hz / 1080p @ 240Hz | 4K Supported |
| HDR support | HDR10, HDR10+, HLG --- Special Features: 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, Delta E < 2 accuracy, Motion Enhancer (MEMC) | HDR10, HLG --- Color: 99% Rec.709 coverage |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker | None (Designed for professional external audio systems) | 1 x 5W (Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby Audio) |
| Audio out | 1x SPDIF (Optical), HDMI eARC (7.1 channel support) | 3.5mm Headphone Jack; Bluetooth Audio Out |
| 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 | 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x USB 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi / Bluetooth | Not built-in (Requires external dongle for wireless) | Wi-Fi 5 (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Screen casting | - | Google Cast (Chromecast built-in), AirPlay, 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) | Google TV |
| App support | - | Native Netflix (Certified), YouTube, Disney+, Prime Video, etc. |
| Power | ||
| Consumption | 450W (Max) / 380W (Normal) / 240W (Eco) | ~65W --- Battery: Built-in 66Wh battery (Up to 3 hours runtime; 2.5 hours in standard mode) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the box | Projector body (lens sold separately), Remote Control, Power Cord, Calibration Report, Quick Start Guide | PlayCube Projector, Voice Remote Control, Power Adapter, AC Cord, Manual. |
| Price | Approx. $6,499 / £4,650 / €6,500 | $699 / £699 |
| Full Details | BR9708 - Full Specifications | PlayCube - Full Specifications |