Made with gamers at the top of mind, the BenQ TH671ST short throw projector works as one of the best for golf simulator software. In your golf simulator setup, not only do you not have to wait for that slow group in front of you, but you wont have to wait for slow graphics, either, with this budget friendly projector. Rated at 3,000 lumens, a 16.67ms input lag, up to 10,000 hour lamp life in Economic and SmartEco modes and a throw ratio of 0.69:1 to 0.83:1, this is a great diamond-in-the-rough find. And, it also has a zoom lens as an extra bonus for flexibility.BenQ TH671ST FeaturesUltra-Fast Response for Smooth Gaming16.67ms low input lag and microsecond DMD response time for ultra-smooth gaming experiences without unwanted motion blur and image lag.Brilliant Image QualityBenQ LumiExpert(TM) actively detects ambient light conditions in your viewing environment and automatically adjusts balanced visual brightness.High Brightness for Lights-On Enjoyment3000 lumens of high brightness let you watch in relatively bright settings or even with lights on.Small Space CompatibleTH671ST maximizes thrills in minimal space, requiring as little as 1.5m to project stunning 100 pictures. The shortened throw enables carefree gaming enjoyment without space constraints or setup hassles.Get StartedWhats IncludedTH671STPower CordInstruction ManualRemote ControlWarranty CardFinding an Entry-Level Projector That Fits Your SpaceHere we compare two affordable golf simulator projectors, the BenQ LW500ST and the BenQ TH671ST.
“Best budget short-throw for golf sims — fast, bright 1080p if you accept lamp upkeep.”
HARDWARE (BEST PRICE)
$949
SOFTWARE
Not verified
TOTAL 5-YEAR COST
$949*
* hardware only — software pricing not verified
👍 Why people buy
✓ 16.7 ms input lag in Game mode — instant swing-to-screen
✓ 0.69-0.83:1 short throw fits tight golf sim rooms
✓ 3,000 ANSI lumens holds up on impact screens with lights on
✓ 1.2x zoom gives mounting wiggle room at a $949 price
⚠️ Trade-offs
• Lamp-based: 4,000 hr normal mode, ~$136 module swaps
• No lens shift — mount placement must be exact
• 33 dB normal-mode fan noise is noticeable
• 1080p only, no HDR support
📋 The fine print
Catalog's 10,000 hr lamp figure is the SmartEco rating; BenQ rates normal mode at 4,000 hrs. Budget ~$136 per OEM lamp module (5J.JGT05.001) over the projector's life.
📋 Specifications
Value
Best For
golf simulator software. In your golf simulator setup
Key Tradeoffs
Affordable with excellent input lag but lamp-based rather than laser light source