BenQ GS50
Our Verdict
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- IPX2 splash-proof rating for outdoor safety
- Loudest built-in speakers in its class
- Comes with a carrying case for transport
- Decent color accuracy from BenQ CinematicColor
- Built-in battery for wireless operation
Cons
- Only 500 lumens limits viewing to near-dark conditions
- 1080p resolution only
- Battery life shorter than competitors at about 2.5 hours
- Android TV platform feels dated
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Frequently Asked Questions
The BenQ GS50 has some of the loudest built-in speakers we have tested on any portable projector. In our outdoor testing, we could hear dialogue clearly from 30 feet away, and we actually needed to turn the volume down during loud movie scenes.
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Marcus Chen has reviewed over 50 CRM platforms during his 7 years in sales technology journalism. A former sales operations manager, he understands pipeline management from the trenches and evaluates tools with a practitioner's eye.
Final Verdict
BenQ GS50 scores 7.9/10
With a score of 7.9 out of 10, BenQ GS50 is a solid choice with good overall capabilities.