1080P 4LED Engine for Smaller Bays

The AH30ST gives you true 1080P with a long-life 4LED light source that’s ideal for daily sim sessions.

• Resolution: Full HD 1080P (1920×1080) for sharp sim UI and shot data :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Brightness: 3,000 ANSI lumens – great for single-stall bays and controlled light rooms :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Contrast: 20,000:1 (FOFO) for solid separation between fairways, greens, and shadows :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Light Source: 4LED, rated up to 20,000–30,000 hours (Normal/Eco) :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Golf Mode: BenQ’s golf-tuned color profile for realistic turf, sand, and sky :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Short-Throw, Low-Offset Golf Design

The AH30ST is built specifically for low ceilings and tight golf sim installs.

• Throw Ratio: 0.69–0.83:1 for big images from a short distance :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Projection Offset: ~102.5% to keep the image low on the wall without extreme tilt :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Zoom: 1.2× optical zoom for fine-tuning screen width without moving the mount :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Optimized to sit behind and above the golfer, reducing shadows and shank risk :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Screen Fill for Faster Setup

BenQ’s setup tools help you get a clean, screen-filling image without endless trial and error.

• Screen Fill (Auto Screen Fill): automatically fills 16:9, 16:10, 4:3, or 1:1 screens :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
• Designed to reduce wasted pixels and keep image geometry tight on golf impact screens
• 3D Keystone: vertical, horizontal, and rotation adjustment for squaring the image in tricky rooms :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
• Perfect for first-time sim builders who want a simpler setup experience :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

Sim-Ready Performance for Multi-Use Rooms

The AH30ST is tuned for golf but doubles nicely for movies, sports, and casual gaming.

• Input lag ~16–17 ms in Game Mode – responsive enough for sim and console play :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
• Full HD 1080P pairs well with 1080P sim PCs and streaming devices
• Supports 16:9, 16:10, 4:3, and 1:1 aspect ratios for different screen setups :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
• Great fit if you want one projector for golf, Netflix, and game nights

Long-Life 4LED for Sim Reliability

The 4LED engine is built for long-term use with minimal maintenance.

• Light source life: up to 20,000 hours (Normal) / 30,000 hours (Eco) :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
• Filter-free, dust-resistant design keeps upkeep simple for garage and basement sims :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
• No traditional lamp replacements, less brightness drop-off over time vs bulb-based projectors
• Ideal for heavy practice schedules and family use where the projector gets turned on a lot

Key Specifications (At a Glance)

• Resolution: Full HD 1080P (1920×1080)
• Brightness: 3,000 ANSI lumens
• Contrast: 20,000:1 (FOFO)
• Light Source: 4LED, 20,000–30,000 hr rated life
• Throw Ratio: 0.69–0.83:1
• Zoom: 1.2× optical
• Projection Offset: 102.5%
• Aspect Ratios: Native 16:9; supports 16:10, 4:3, 1:1
• Inputs: HDMI x2, USB-A, audio out, RS-232 (varies by region)
• Light Source Type: 4LED, filter-free design

Good – BenQ AW30ST

4LED short-throw golf projector for compact, budget-conscious bays and low ceilings.

• Resolution: WXGA (1280×800) – accepts up to 1080P input :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
• Brightness: 3,200 ANSI lumens :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
• Light Source: 4LED (20,000–30,000 hr rated life) :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
• Throw Ratio: 0.72–0.87:1 :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
• Zoom: 1.2× manual :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
• Aspect Ratio: Native 16:10; supports 1:1, 4:3, 16:9, 16:10 :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}
• Golf Features: Screen Fill, low-offset design for low ceilings :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}

Best For: Smaller, low-ceiling sim bays where you want an affordable, LED-based short-throw projector that still handles golf sim content cleanly.

Better – BenQ AH30ST

Full HD 1080P 4LED short-throw projector with Golf Mode and Screen Fill for dedicated bays.

• Resolution: Full HD 1080P (1920×1080) :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}
• Brightness: 3,000 ANSI lumens :contentReference[oaicite:26]{index=26}
• Light Source: 4LED (20,000–30,000 hr rated life) :contentReference[oaicite:27]{index=27}
• Throw Ratio: 0.69–0.83:1 :contentReference[oaicite:28]{index=28}
• Zoom: 1.2×
• Contrast: 20,000:1 (FOFO) :contentReference[oaicite:29]{index=29}
• Aspect Ratio: Native 16:9; supports 16:10, 4:3, 1:1 :contentReference[oaicite:30]{index=30}
• Golf Features: Screen Fill, Golf Mode, low-offset for low ceilings :contentReference[oaicite:31]{index=31}
• Input Lag: ~16.7 ms (Game Mode) :contentReference[oaicite:32]{index=32}

Best For: Dedicated 1080P home sim bays that want true Full HD, long-life 4LED, and golf-focused setup tools without stepping up to laser pricing.

Best – BenQ AH700ST

Laser-powered 1080P golf projector with Auto Screen Fit and higher brightness for serious bays.

• Resolution: Full HD 1080P (1920×1080) :contentReference[oaicite:33]{index=33}
• Brightness: 4,000 ANSI lumens :contentReference[oaicite:34]{index=34}
• Light Source: Laser (20,000 hr rated life) :contentReference[oaicite:35]{index=35}
• Throw Ratio: 0.69–0.83:1 :contentReference[oaicite:36]{index=36}
• Zoom: 1.2×
• Contrast: up to 3,000,000:1 (FOFO) :contentReference[oaicite:37]{index=37}
• Aspect Ratio: Native 16:9; supports 16:10, 4:3, 1:1 :contentReference[oaicite:38]{index=38}
• Golf Features: Auto Screen Fit, Quick Focus, Golf Mode, dust-resistant design :contentReference[oaicite:39]{index=39}
• Input Lag: ~16 ms (Game Mode) :contentReference[oaicite:40]{index=40}

Best For: Premium 1080P golf simulators that need extra brightness, faster/easier setup, and a laser light engine for “set it and forget it” reliability.