XGIMI Horizon 20
#6 in 4KFull review
A flexible smart 4K laser projector for living rooms and game rooms, with real lens shift and zoom that most lifestyle projectors lack.
Amazon $1,559$1,559
The XGIMI Horizon 20 is the better projector overall, rated 4.6 to 4.1. The XGIMI Horizon 20 leads on streaming and setup. The BenQ TK700 wins on warranty. The BenQ TK700 costs $360 less ($1,199 vs $1,559).
BenQ TK700
#15 in 4KFull review
A bright, low-lag lamp projector for gamers who already have a streaming stick or console and want 4K on a budget.
Amazon $1,199$1,199
Prices were last checked October 29, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the XGIMI Horizon 20 for streaming (Google TV with licensed Netflix vs no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick) and setup (Autofocus, auto keystone, 1.2x zoom, lens shift vs Auto keystone, 1.3x zoom).
- Choose the BenQ TK700 for warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 4K projector; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | XGIMI Horizon 20 | BenQ TK700 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.6/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Brightness 25% | 89 3,200 ISO lumens | 89 3,200 ANSI lumens |
| Value 15% | 89 $0.49 per lumen | 96 $0.38 per lumen |
| Resolution 10% | 100 4K (pixel shift) | 100 4K (pixel shift) |
| Streaming 15% | 100 Google TV with licensed Netflix | 0 no built-in apps; needs a streaming stick |
| Setup 10% | 100 Autofocus, auto keystone, 1.2x zoom, lens shift | 50 Auto keystone, 1.3x zoom |
| Light life 10% | 50 light source life not published (neutral score used) | 69 15,000 hour lamp |
| Gaming 10% | 100 1 ms input lag | 100 4.2 ms input lag |
| Warranty 5% | 50 2-year warranty | 100 3-year warranty |
Independent measurements
XGIMI Horizon 20
No independent test published yet.
BenQ TK700
| Tested by | Brightness | Input lag | Contrast | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProjectorCentral | 2,818 lm | 6 ms | - | 2,818 ANSI lumens in Bright mode, Normal lamp. Input lag with Fast Mode: 6 ms at 1080p/240, 9 ms at 1080p/120, 18 ms at 4K/60. |
Specifications
| XGIMI Horizon 20 | BenQ TK700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Picture | ||
| Brightness | 3,200 ISO | 3,200 ANSI |
| Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
| Picture resolution | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) | 4K (pixel shift from 1920x1080) |
| Display | DLP | DLP |
| Light source | RGB laser | lamp |
| Light source life | - | 15,000 hours |
| HDR | Dolby Vision, HDR10+ | HDR10, HLG |
| Color gamut | 110% BT.2020 | 96% Rec.709 |
| Native contrast | - | 10,000:1 |
| Dynamic contrast | 20,000:1 | - |
| Placement | ||
| Throw | Standard throw (1.2:1) | Standard throw (1.1:1) |
| Largest image | 300 in | 300 in |
| Autofocus | Yes | No |
| Auto keystone | Yes | Yes |
| Obstacle avoidance | Yes | No |
| Auto screen fit | Yes | No |
| Optical zoom | 1.2x | 1.3x |
| Lens shift | Horizontal and vertical | - |
| Streaming and gaming | ||
| Built-in apps | Google TV, licensed Netflix | None |
| Input lag | 1 ms | 4.2 ms |
| Top refresh rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| HDMI ports | 2 | 2 |
| eARC | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | 24 W | 5 W |
| Build | ||
| Battery | None | None |
| Fan noise | 28 dB | 34 dB |
| Power | 180 W | 310 W |
| Dimensions | 11.7 x 7.5 x 9.8 in (W x D x H) | 312 x 246 x 110 mm (12.2 x 9.6 x 4.3 in, W x D x H) |
| Weight | 10.6 lb | 6.8 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Released | 2025-10-15 | 2022-02 |