# Best golf simulator projectors Source: https://pinandyard.co.uk/best/best-golf-simulator-projectors Publisher: Pin and Yard. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://pinandyard.co.uk/how-we-pick In a home simulator the projector usually sits above or just behind you, so it has to fill a large impact screen from a short distance without casting your shadow across the picture. Throw distance is the first thing to check against your room. Brightness comes next, because a garage or spare room is rarely fully dark, then resolution and input lag, which decides how quickly the ball flight appears after impact. A laser light source avoids lamp changes in a projector that may run for hours at a time. This guide compares short throw projectors from BenQ and Optoma on throw, brightness, resolution, input lag and light source, as each listing states them. Measure your room before you choose. ## Products ### 1. BenQ AH700ST Golf Simulator Projector Throw: Not stated; Brightness: 4,000 lm; Resolution: 1920 x 1080; Input lag: Not stated; Light source: Laser, dustproof A projector BenQ sells specifically for golf simulators, with 4,000 lumens, a dustproof laser light source and automatic impact screen calibration. The most golf focused option in this guide. In its favour: - Instant Impact Screen Adaptation calibrates to your screen in seconds, as stated. - Picture modes tuned for realistic grass and sand visuals, according to BenQ. - Dustproof, long lasting laser light source for low maintenance in a garage bay. Good to know: - The listing does not state the throw distance, so check it against your room. - Input lag is not given, which matters for how fast ball flight appears. ### 2. Optoma GT2000HDR: Full HD 1080p laser projector, short throw, 100" image from 1m, 4K UHD & HDR, 1080p 120Hz, eco-friendly, 3500 ANSI Lumens, 2x HDMI, built-in audio Throw: 100 inch from 1 m; Brightness: 3,500 ANSI lm; Resolution: 1920 x 1080, 4K HDR input; Input lag: Not stated (1080p 120 Hz); Light source: Laser A short throw laser projector that puts a 100 inch image on the screen from 1 m, with 3,500 ANSI lumens and 1080p at 120 Hz. Suits bays where the projector must sit close to the screen. In its favour: - 100 inch image from just 1 m, the shortest stated throw in this guide. - Laser light source with 3,500 ANSI lumens, according to the listing. - Accepts 4K UHD and HDR input and runs 1080p at 120 Hz. Good to know: - The listing does not give an input lag figure. - Native resolution is 1080p rather than 4K. ### 3. BenQ TK700STi 4K HDR Gaming Projector, 16ms Low Latency, 3000 ANSI Lumens, Short Throw, Android TV, RPG SPORT SPG FPS Game Modes, 5W Chamber Speaker, HDMI 2.0bx2, 2D Keystone, 3D, PS5, Xbox Series X Throw: 100 inch from 2 m; Brightness: 3,000 ANSI lm; Resolution: 3840 x 2160; Input lag: 16 ms at 4K, 4 ms at 1080p 240 Hz; Light source: Lamp (240 W listed) A 4K HDR short throw projector that gives a 100 inch image from 2 m, with input lag down to 4 ms at 1080p and 1.2x zoom for flexible placement. Suits golfers who want 4K detail and fast response. In its favour: - Native 4K resolution with HDR for sharp course graphics, as listed. - Input lag from 16 ms at 4K 60 Hz down to 4 ms at 1080p 240 Hz. - 1.2x zoom, auto vertical keystone and picture rotation ease set-up. Good to know: - Uses a lamp rather than a laser, so expect lamp changes over time. - 100 inch from 2 m needs more room depth than the Optoma short throws. ### 4. Optoma GT1080HDRx Short Throw Gaming Projector | Enhanced Gaming Mode for 1080p 120Hz Gameplay at 8.4ms | 1080p and HDR support with 4K UHD input | Bright 3,800 Lumens for Day and Night Gaming | White Throw: 120 inch from about 1.2 m; Brightness: 3,800 lm; Resolution: 1920 x 1080, 4K input; Input lag: 8.4 ms at 120 Hz; Light source: Lamp, up to 15,000 h A bright short throw gaming projector that projects 120 inches from about 1.2 m, with 3,800 lumens and 8.4 ms response at 120 Hz. Suits brighter rooms and golfers who want a large image. In its favour: - 120 inch image from four feet, about 1.2 m, according to the listing. - 3,800 lumens and 50,000:1 contrast for rooms with some ambient light. - Enhanced gaming mode gives 8.4 ms response at 120 Hz. Good to know: - Lamp light source rather than laser, although rated for up to 15,000 hours. - Native resolution is 1080p, with 4K accepted only as an input. ### 5. BenQ TK710STi 4K HDR Laser 3200 Lumens Movie and Gaming Short Throw Projector with 4ms Response Time | 240Hz Refresh Rate | HDR10 & HLG | Android TV with Netflix Chromecast & AirPlay | 3D Keystone Throw: Not stated; Brightness: 3,200 ANSI lm; Resolution: 3840 x 2160; Input lag: 4 ms at 1080p 240 Hz; Light source: Laser BenQ's 4K HDR laser short throw projector with 3,200 ANSI lumens and 4 ms response at 1080p 240 Hz. Suits golfers who want 4K and a laser source and can confirm the throw for their room. In its favour: - Laser light source removes the need for lamp replacements, as listed. - Native 4K with 95% Rec.709 colour coverage. - 4 ms response time at 1080p 240 Hz for quick ball flight on screen. Good to know: - The bullets do not state a clear throw distance for a given image size. - Smart TV features add little for a dedicated golf bay. ### 6. BenQ 1080p DLP Home Theater Short Throw Projector (TH671ST), 3000 Lumens, Low Input Lag for Gaming, Ambient Light Sensor Throw: 100 inch from 1.5 m; Brightness: 3,000 ANSI lm; Resolution: 1920 x 1080; Input lag: 16.67 ms; Light source: Lamp (240 W listed) A 1080p short throw projector giving 100 inches from 1.5 m, with 3,000 ANSI lumens, 16.67 ms input lag and an ambient light sensor. Suits a first simulator build that does not need 4K. In its favour: - 100 inch image from 1.5 m with native 1080p, according to the listing. - 16.67 ms low input lag for responsive ball flight. - LumiExpert sensor adjusts brightness to the room's ambient light. Good to know: - Lamp light source, so replacement lamps will be needed over time. - Input lag is higher than the 4 ms and 8.4 ms figures of some rivals here. ### 7. Optoma GT1080HDR – Full HD 1080p Short Throw Projector, 3,800 Lumens, 4K HDR Compatible, Low Input Lag Gaming, Home Entertainment & Golf Simulator Ready Throw: 100 inch from just over 0.9 m; Brightness: 3,800 lm; Resolution: 1920 x 1080, 4K HDR input; Input lag: Low (figure not stated); Light source: Lamp, up to 15,000 h Eco+ A short throw 1080p projector that Optoma lists as golf simulator ready, with 3,800 lumens and a 100 inch image from just over 3 feet. Suits tight rooms where the projector must sit near the screen. In its favour: - 100 inch image from just over 3 feet, about 0.9 m, as the listing states. - 3,800 lumens for lights-on use in a garage or spare room. - Dual HDMI, VGA and USB power for a streaming stick, plus a 10 W speaker. Good to know: - Input lag is described as low but no figure is given. - Lamp light source rather than laser, so a replacement lamp will be needed in time. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.