BenQ GW2790QT 75Hz QHD IPS with USB-C
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A 27″ IPS-type panel is used with 2560 x 1440 (QHD or 1440p) resolution, 75Hz refresh rate and matte anti-glare screen surface. A 1000:1 static contrast ratio is specified, alongside 178°/178° viewing angles and 8-bit colour support. A flicker-free WLED backlight provides a 99% sRGB colour gamut and 350 cd/m² typical maximum luminance. The monitor is ‘Eyesafe’ certified by TÜV Rheinland, with the blue peak shifted to less energetic wavelengths and the amplitude of the peak reduced to potentially improve viewing comfort. This forms part of the ‘Low Blue Light Plus’ functionality, which also includes dedicated presets which provide a warmer look to the image – creating a viewing experience some will find more relaxing.
A 5ms grey to grey response time is specified, which as usual you shouldn’t put too much weight on. The included stand provides full adjustability, including 110mm (4.33 inches) height adjustment and pivot into portrait. It attaches using a quick-release mechanism and can be removed to reveal 100 x 100mm VESA holes. The ports face downwards and include; AC power (internal power converter), HDMI 2.0, DP 1.2, USB-C (65W PD, DP Alt Mode, upstream data), DP out (for MST daisy chaining) and 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. Outside of the main port area, facing downwards towards the bottom right (as viewed from the front) there is a third USB 3.2 Gen 1 port and 3.5mm headphone jack. 2 x 2W noise filtering speakers and an integrated noise-cancelling microphone are also included.
Further information can be found on the manufacturer’s website. The monitor is listed for ~$400 USD.
