Display
47.6-inch, OLED, 3840 x 2160
47.6
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 120 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
135 cd/m² (peak 450 cd/m²)
135 cd
Contrast Ratio
1350000 : 1
1350000
Overview
The BenQ EX480UZ is a 47.6-inch 4K OLED, which puts it in an odd and interesting category: too big for a normal desk, too monitor-like to be a TV. At 92 PPI, text is noticeably coarse if you sit close, so this really wants to live at couch distance or on a very deep desk. What you get in return is OLED contrast of 1,350,000:1 with 98% DCI-P3, a treVolo 2.1 audio system with a 10 W subwoofer, 120 Hz with FreeSync Premium, and a 90 W USB-C port. Two numbers deserve attention before buying: 135 cd/m2 typical brightness is genuinely dim for a screen this size, and the stand has no height adjustment on a 19.3 kg panel.
BrandBenQPanel TypeOLEDResolution3840 x 2160Refresh Rate48-120 Hz
Key Highlights
- 47.6-inch 4K OLED with 1,350,000:1 contrast and 98% DCI-P3
- treVolo 2.1 audio with a 10 W subwoofer, 20 W total
- 90 W USB-C - it docks a laptop as well as taking a console
- 120 Hz with FreeSync Premium and a 0.1 ms response
- VESA 200 x 200 mounting for a heavy-duty arm or wall bracket
Who Should Buy the Benq EX480UZ
+ Best For
Couch or deep-desk setups
47.6 inches needs viewing distance to work
Console gaming at 4K120
OLED response with FreeSync Premium
Film watching
OLED contrast with a 2.1 speaker system built in
Laptop-plus-console desks
90 W USB-C alongside HDMI inputs
× Not Ideal For
Close-up desk work
92 PPI means visibly coarse text at monitor distance
Bright rooms
135 cd/m2 typical brightness is dim for a screen this large
Adjustable setups
no height adjustment on a 19.3 kg panel
Static-UI work
OLED burn-in care applies, and this is not a productivity panel
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48-120 Hz
matches console output; not an esports panel
Response Time
0.1 ms (GtG)
OLED-fast, so motion stays clean at 120 Hz
Brightness
135 cd/m2 typical / 450 peak
genuinely dim - control your room light
Contrast
1,350,000:1
self-lit blacks across a very large panel
Colour Gamut
98% DCI-P3
rich colour for films and games
HDR
DisplayHDR 400 True Black / HDR10
the OLED tier, but with a low 450 nit peak
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate120 Hzmatches PS5 and Xbox Series X performance modes
Response Time0.1 msOLED-instant; no smearing at any frame rate
VRR / Adaptive SyncAMD FreeSync Premiumtear-free across 48-120 Hz
GPU Requirementa current console, or a mid-to-high-end card for 4K120
HDR & Brightness Reality
DisplayHDR 400 True Black is the OLED-specific entry tier, and the black level here is genuinely excellent - 1,350,000:1 means highlights sit against real black. But the brightness numbers are the lowest in this batch: 135 cd/m2 typical and 450 cd/m2 peak. So HDR shows as contrast rather than punch. In a dark room it looks cinematic; in daylight, a 47.6-inch screen at 135 nits will feel washed out. Control the lighting and this panel is lovely; do not and it disappoints.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMIHDMI inputsfor consoles at 4K120
DisplayPortvia USB-C DP Alt Modethe 90 W port carries video from a laptop
USB-C1 x USB-C, 90 W, DP Alt Modefull laptop docking and charging
USB HubUSB-B upstream plus USB-A downstream portsperipherals through the screen
Audio Out3.5 mmplus treVolo 2.1 with a 10 W subwoofer, 20 W total
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint47.6-inch 16:9, 1068 mm wideover a metre wide and 19.3 kg
StandIncluded, removable16.2 kg panel alone
VESA Mount200 x 200 mma larger pattern - check your bracket
Tilt-2 to +15 degreesa narrow range
Height AdjustNot supportedno height adjustment on a heavy panel
Swivel / PivotNeither supportedposition it once and leave it
Real-World Use Cases
4K120 with FreeSync on a 47.6-inch OLED
OLED contrast plus a 2.1 speaker system with a real subwoofer
90 W USB-C docking, best at viewing distance
VESA 200 x 200 gets the 19.3 kg panel off the desk
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 47.6-inch OLED with 1,350,000:1 contrast and 98% DCI-P3
- treVolo 2.1 audio with a 10 W subwoofer
- 90 W USB-C docking alongside console HDMI
- 120 Hz with FreeSync Premium and a 0.1 ms response
- VESA 200 x 200 for solid wall mounting
Cons
- 135 cd/m2 typical brightness is dim for a screen this size
- 92 PPI text is coarse at desk distance
- No height adjustment or swivel on a 19.3 kg panel
- No tuner or smart platform, so it is not a TV replacement
Score & Ratings
8/10
Great
Model Information
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | MOBIUZ |
| Model | EX480UZ |
| Model Alias | MOBIUZ EX480UZ |
| Full Product Name | BenQ MOBIUZ EX480UZ |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Available Colors | Black and Silver with Red |
Display & Panel
5
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 47.6-inch | |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | |
| Display Area | 90.42 % (percent) | |
| Panel Type | OLED | OLED - self-lit pixels, so blacks are true black across a huge screen. |
| Backlight Type | Self-emissive (no backlight — OLED) |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 × 2160 | |
| Pixel Density | 92 PPI | 92 PPI - coarse at monitor distance, fine from a metre away. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.274 mm (millimeters) |
Picture Quality & Color
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors |
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 120 Hz |
Ports & Connectivity
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 2× HDMI 2.1 |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | 1× USB-C |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
4
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 200 × 200 mm | 200 x 200 mm - a larger pattern than usual; check your bracket. |
| VESA Size | 200 × 200 mm | |
| Removable Stand | Yes | |
| Height Adjustment | No | Not supported - a fixed stand under a 19.3 kg panel. |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight With Stand | 19.3 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 16.2 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 90W |
| Average Power Consumption | 90W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3W |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TUV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is 47.6 inches usable as a desk monitor? +
Only on a very deep desk. At 92 PPI, text looks coarse at typical monitor distance - roughly like sitting close to a 1080p 24-inch. Push it back to 1-1.5 m and it works well; at arm's length it does not.
02 Why is the brightness so low? +
135 cd/m2 typical is unusually dim, even for OLED, and it is the biggest compromise here. Peak hits 450 cd/m2 for highlights. In a dark room this is fine and even comfortable; in a sunlit one it struggles.
03 Does it replace a TV? +
Close to it, but not quite. You get OLED contrast, 4K120, FreeSync and 20 W of treVolo 2.1 audio with a subwoofer - but there is no tuner and no smart platform, so you still need a console, PC or streaming stick.
04 What mount does it need? +
VESA 200 x 200, which is a bigger pattern than the 100 x 100 most monitors use, and the panel is 16.2 kg on its own. Check your arm or bracket carefully before ordering.
05 Can I adjust the height? +
No. The stand has no height adjustment and no swivel, with tilt limited to -2 to +15 degrees. On a 19.3 kg screen that is worth planning around.
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