BenQ DesignVue Designer PD3205U 31.5-inch 4K Monitor Review

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Main Features

Display Size: 31.5"

Panel Type: IPS-Type LCD

Resolution: 3840 x 2160

Refresh Rate: 60 Hz

Response Time: 5 ms

Contrast Ratio: 1000:1

HDR Support: Yes: HDR10

Max Brightness:

350 nits (cd/m²) - Peak in HDR Mode
250 nits (cd/m²) - Sustained in SDR Mode

Coating: Anti-Glare

Curved Screen: No

BenQ PD3205U Overview

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BenQ PD3205U is built to handle a wide range of visual tasks with consistency and clarity. Creative professionals will appreciate its high-resolution IPS panel and accurate color reproduction. It features 31.5", IPS-TYPE LCD panel, 3840 x 2160 resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, HDR support. This display serves professionals who care about color and clarity.

Who is it for?

When it comes to office work, excellent office monitor with sharp text rendering and comfortable viewing experience. Great for long work sessions and multiple document handling.

For creative work, suitable for creative hobbyists who don't require strict color standards. Photo editing and graphic design are possible with some limitations.

Who is it not for?

For gaming, not recommended for serious gamers as the display lacks essential gaming features. Basic games may run acceptably, but expect compromises.

BenQ PD3205U is a member of BenQ's PD series of monitors. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

BenQ PD Series History

Model	Display Size	Resolution	Refresh Rate
BenQ PD3225U Compare	31.5"	3840 x 2160	60 Hz
BenQ PD2705U Compare	27"	3840 x 2160	60 Hz
BenQ PD3226G Compare	31.5"	3840 x 2160	144 Hz
BenQ PD2730S Compare	27"	5120 x 2880	60 Hz
BenQ PD2706U Compare	27"	3840 x 2160	60 Hz
BenQ PD2725U Compare	27"	3840 x 2160	60 Hz
BenQ PD3205U	31.5"	3840 x 2160	60 Hz
BenQ PD2705Q Compare	27"	2560 x 1440	60 Hz

Details

GENERAL
Brand	BenQ
Model Name	PD3205U
Instruction Set	31.5"
Panel Type	IPS-Type LCD
Resolution	3840 x 2160
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Aspect Ratio	16:9

Built around an IPS panel known for its wide viewing angles and color accuracy, the screen delivers solid visuals at 3840 x 2160 resolution with a 60 Hz refresh rate, making it suitable for work, media, and light gaming. HDR support enhances dynamic range for a more vivid image.

Image Quality & Performance
Contrast Ratio	1000:1
Max Brightness	350 nits @ HDR 250 nits @ SDR
HDR Support	Yes: HDR10
Color Support (Bit Depth, FRC)	1.07 Billion Colors (8-Bit+FRC)
Color Gamut	99% sRGB
Response Time	5 ms (GtG)
Variable Refresh Technology	No
Viewing Angle (H x V)	178 x 178°
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	Height 4.3" / 110 mm Tilt 25° (-5 to 20°)Rotation 90° Swivel 60° (-30 to 30°)
Dimensions (with Stand)	27.9 x 23 x 10" / 70.9 x 58.4 x 25.4 cm
Dimensions (w/o Stand)	27.9 x 16.5 x 3.3" / 70.9 x 41.9 x 8.4 cm
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 height adjustment, tilt support, swivel functionality, portrait rotation.

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Connectivity & Audio
USB Ports	1x USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 with USB PD 90 W1x USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 12x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 12x USB-B 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
HDCP Support	Yes: Version 2.2
Multi-Input (PIP/PBP)	Yes: Picture-in-Picture (PIP), Picture-by-Picture (PBP)

Connection features support diverse usage scenarios effectively. HDCP 2.2 support ensures compatibility with protected streaming content and premium media services. Mainstream graphics hardware provides solid performance for both productivity and moderate gaming use. Ensure your system can deliver the bandwidth and performance these ports are designed to handle.