BenQ DesignVue Designer PD3420Q 34-inch HDR Monitor Review

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Main Features

Display Size: 34"

Panel Type: IPS-Type LCD

Resolution: 3440 x 1440

Refresh Rate: 60 Hz

Response Time: 5 ms

Contrast Ratio: 1000:1

HDR Support: Yes: HDR10

Max Brightness:

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

Coating: Anti-Glare

Curved Screen: No

BenQ PD3420Q Overview

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BenQ PD3420Q is built to handle a wide range of visual tasks with consistency and clarity. It's well suited for both home and office environments. It features 34", IPS-TYPE LCD panel, 3440 x 1440 resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, HDR support. 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 PD3420Q 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 Compare	31.5"	3840 x 2160	60 Hz
BenQ PD2705Q Compare	27"	2560 x 1440	60 Hz

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Details

GENERAL
Brand	BenQ
Model Name	PD3420Q
Instruction Set	34"
Panel Type	IPS-Type LCD
Resolution	3440 x 1440
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Aspect Ratio	21:9

With an IPS panel known for its wide viewing angles and color accuracy and a refresh rate of 3440 Hz, this display supports consistent performance across both creative and casual use cases. Its 60 resolution ensures sharp visuals. HDR support enhances dynamic range for a more vivid image. It offers wide color gamut coverage, which benefits professionals dealing with color-critical work.

Image Quality & Performance
Contrast Ratio	1000:1
Max Brightness	400 nits @ HDR 350 nits @ SDR
HDR Support	Yes: HDR10
Color Support (Bit Depth, FRC)	1.07 Billion Colors (10-Bit)
Color Gamut	98% sRGB, 98% DCI-P3
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 5.91" / 150 mm Tilt 25° (-5 to 20°)Swivel 60° (-30 to 30°)
Dimensions (with Stand)	32.5 x 23.4 x 9.6" / 825.8 x 595.4 x 244.3 mm
Dimensions (w/o Stand)	32.5 x 14.6 x 3.4" / 825.8 x 371.5 x 87.4 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 height adjustment, tilt support, swivel functionality.

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Connectivity & Audio
USB Ports	1x USB-B 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 11x USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 with USB PD 65 W1x USB-C 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 13x USB-A 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)

The interface lineup prioritizes practical connectivity over quantity. HDCP 2.2 compliance enables full Netflix 4K, Disney+, and other premium streaming experiences. Ensure your system can deliver the bandwidth and performance these ports are designed to handle.