BenQ GW2490T 23.8-inch Monitor Review

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Main Features

Display Size: 23.8"

Panel Type: IPS-Type LCD

Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Refresh Rate: 100 Hz

Response Time: 5 ms

Contrast Ratio: 1300:1

HDR Support: No

Max Brightness: 250 nits (cd/m²)

Coating: Anti-Glare

Curved Screen: No

BenQ GW2490T Overview

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BenQ GW2490T delivers essential features with a focus on visual comfort and usability. It's well suited for both home and office environments. It features 23.8", IPS-TYPE LCD panel, 1920 x 1080 resolution, 100Hz refresh rate. It brings together the essentials for work, browsing, and video.

Who is it for?

When it comes to office work, superior office performance with excellent readability and eye comfort features. Perfect for data analysis and detailed document work.

For creative work, adequate for entry-level creative work and learning design basics. Color accuracy is reasonable for non-professional projects but may require external calibration.

Who is it not for?

For gaming, gaming performance is below average on this display. You'll likely experience motion blur and slower response times during fast-paced games.

BenQ GW2490T is a member of BenQ's GW series of monitors. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

BenQ GW Series History

Model	Display Size	Resolution	Refresh Rate
BenQ GW2486TC Compare	23.8"	1920 x 1080	100 Hz
BenQ GW2490 Compare	23.8"	1920 x 1080	100 Hz
BenQ GW2790 Compare	27"	1920 x 1080	100 Hz
BenQ GW2491 Compare	23.8"	1920 x 1080	100 Hz
BenQ GW2791 Compare	27"	1920 x 1080	100 Hz
BenQ GW2490T	23.8"	1920 x 1080	100 Hz
BenQ GW2490T Compare	23.8"	1920 x 1080	100 Hz
BenQ GW2790QT Compare	27"	2560 x 1440	75 Hz

Details

GENERAL
Brand	BenQ
Model Name	GW2490T
Instruction Set	23.8"
Panel Type	IPS-Type LCD
Resolution	1920 x 1080
Refresh Rate	100 Hz
Aspect Ratio	16:9

With an IPS panel known for its wide viewing angles and color accuracy and a refresh rate of 1920 Hz, this display supports consistent performance across both creative and casual use cases. Its 100 resolution ensures sharp visuals.

Image Quality & Performance
Contrast Ratio	1300:1
Max Brightness	250 nits
HDR Support	No
Color Support (Bit Depth, FRC)	16.7 Million Colors (8-Bit)
Color Gamut	99% sRGB
Response Time	5 ms (GtG)
Variable Refresh Technology	No
Curved Display	No

Usage Suitability

Gaming: ★★☆☆☆

Office Work: ★★★★☆

Creative Work: ★★★☆☆

Higher-rated monitors for Gaming use:

ASUS PG27UCDM ★★★★★

26.5", 0.03 ms, 240 Hz
ASUS PG32UCDM ★★★★★

31.5", 0.03 ms, 240 Hz
LG 27GQ50B-B ★★★★★

27", 1 ms, 165 Hz

Higher-rated monitors for Creative use:

LG 27MD5KL ★★★★★

27", 99% DCI-P3, 99% CIE1976
MSI Pro MP273A ★★★★★

27", 106% CIE1976
Dell E2425H ★★★★★

24", 72% CIE1931, 83% CIE1976

Physical & Design
Coating	Anti-Glare
Adjustments	Swivel 40° (-20 to 20°)Tilt 25° (-5 to 20°)Rotation 180° (-90 to 90°)
Dimensions (with Stand)	21.3 x 19.1 x 9.5" / 540 x 484 x 241 mm
Dimensions (w/o Stand)	21.3 x 13.5 x 2.6" / 540 x 343 x 66 mm
VESA Mount	100 x 100 mm

It supports the common 100x100 mm VESA mount, making it easy to pair with most arms and wall mounts. The Anti-Glare screen finish helps reduce glare, making it easier to view in bright rooms. It offers ergonomic features such as tilt support, swivel functionality, portrait rotation.

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Connectivity & Audio
USB Ports	No
HDCP Support	Yes: Version 1.4
Multi-Input (PIP/PBP)	No

Port selection addresses both current devices and future compatibility needs. HDCP 1.4 compliance enables full Netflix 4K, Disney+, and other premium streaming experiences. Check laptop port compatibility and graphics performance to avoid connectivity or performance limitations.