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Comparison

LK936ST vs ZK608TST

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A side-by-side look at how the BenQ LK936ST and Optoma ZK608TST compare on specs, accuracy, room requirements, and price. No hype — just the parts of the decision a buyer actually weighs.

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Full specificationsEvery spec for both, line by line

Specifications

The numbers, lined up.

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  • Resolution
    LK936ST4K UHD (3840×2160), pixel-shifted from a 0.47-in DMD (BenQ calls it True 4K)
    ZK608TST4K UHD (3840×2160)
  • Lumens
    LK936ST5,100 ANSI
    ZK608TST6,000 (standard not stated)
  • Picture Mode
    LK936STGolf picture mode
    ZK608TST—
  • HDR
    LK936STHDR10, HLG
    ZK608TST—

Hardware

  • Light Source
    LK936STLaser, IP5X sealed (20,000 hours normal; BenQ's spec sheet adds 30,000 eco)
    ZK608TSTDuraCore laser (30,000 hours)
  • Throw Ratio
    LK936ST0.81–0.89 (short-throw)
    ZK608TST0.58:1 (fixed)
  • Lens Shift
    LK936STV ±60% / H ±23%
    ZK608TSTVertical 106%–116%, horizontal ±4% (manual)
  • Dimensions
    LK936ST—
    ZK608TST14.72 × 11.89 × 4.61 in (W × D × H)

Performance

  • Input Lag
    LK936ST33.4 ms at 4K/60Hz and 1080p/60Hz (BenQ's spec page also lists 16.7 ms for both; the larger is used)
    ZK608TST16.9 ms at 4K/60Hz and 4.36 ms at 1080p/240Hz with Gaming Mode on; about 34 ms with it off (Optoma's manual)

Requirements

  • Throw Distance
    LK936ST—
    ZK608TST100 in at about 4.2 ft, from the ratio

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Persona fitWho each one is better for

Who each one is better for

Honest persona fit, side by side.

Better for LK936ST

  • Performance Seeker

    Brightness and color accuracy hold up to bright-room data review; the right pick when ambient light is real.

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