Between the W5800 and EpiqVision Ultra LS800, the W5800 comes out ahead in several specs, while the EpiqVision Ultra LS800 wins on brightness and short-throw. Overall, the W5800 scores 73.9 and the EpiqVision Ultra LS800 scores 95 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The EpiqVision Ultra LS800 is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 21.1 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
The W5800 doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the EpiqVision Ultra LS800 if you care most about brightness and short-throw. Its strongest claims are brightness, short-throw.
Both ship with comparable resolution, light source, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the EpiqVision Ultra LS800 is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why BenQ - W5800 wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Epson - EpiqVision Ultra LS800 wins
- ▲Brightness — 53.85% more. 4000 lm vs 2600 lm.
- ▲Short-throw: true (vs false).
Spec comparison
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| Spec | BenQ - W5800 | Epson - EpiqVision Ultra LS800 |
|---|---|---|
| Resolutionⓘ | 4K | 4K |
| Brightness | 2600 lm | 4000 lmlead |
| Contrast | 2000000:1 | 2500000:1 |
| Light source | Laser | Laser |
| Short-throw | false | truelead |
Smart & Connectivity
| Spec | BenQ - W5800 | Epson - EpiqVision Ultra LS800 |
|---|---|---|
| Smart OS | None | Android TV |
| HDMI inputs | 2 | 3lead |
| Built-in speakers | false | truelead |
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