Display
25-inch, AH-IPS, 2560 x 1440
25
Refresh Rate
60 Hz (hertz)
60 Hz
Brightness
350 cd/m² (peak 400 cd/m²)
350 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
The BenQ PD2506Q is a 25-inch 1440p monitor from the DesignVue line, and the size is the point: at 117 PPI it is denser than a 27-inch 1440p panel, which matters when you are looking at type and fine lines all day. It covers 95% DCI-P3 and 100% sRGB on an AH-IPS panel with a 65 W USB-C dock and a USB-C downstream port. Everything else is deliberately modest: 60 Hz, 5 ms, 1000:1 contrast, and DisplayHDR 400 that means little at 350 cd/m2. Buy it if you want a compact, colour-accurate design monitor that docks a laptop; skip it if you need a large canvas or any gaming ability. Note the sheet records pivot as +/-0 degrees, which means none.
BrandBenQPanel TypeAH-IPSResolution2560 x 1440Refresh Rate60 Hz
Key Highlights
- 117 PPI - denser than a 27-inch 1440p panel
- 95% DCI-P3 and 100% sRGB from the DesignVue line
- 65 W USB-C dock with a USB-C downstream port
- Compact at 550 mm wide for a small design desk
- 110 mm of height adjustment
Who Should Buy the Benq PD2506Q
+ Best For
Small design desks
25 inches at 117 PPI
Laptop-based designers
65 W USB-C over one cable
Colour-aware work
95% DCI-P3 with 100% sRGB
Type and fine detail
denser than the usual 27-inch 1440p
× Not Ideal For
Gaming
60 Hz with a 5 ms response
Large-canvas work
25 inches is small for multi-panel layouts
Portrait use
the sheet records no pivot
HDR
DisplayHDR 400 at 350 cd/m2 typical
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
standard; this is a design panel
Response Time
5 ms (GtG)
fine for static work
Brightness
350 cd/m2 typical / 400 peak
comfortable in an office
Contrast
1000:1
standard IPS
Colour Gamut
95% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB
accurate for design review
HDR
DisplayHDR 400 / HDR10
nominal at this brightness
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate60 Hzno high-refresh support
Response Time5 ms (GtG)visible blur in motion
VRR / Adaptive SyncNot listedno variable refresh
GPU Requirementnot a gaming panel - buy it for colour
HDR & Brightness Reality
DisplayHDR 400 on a panel with 350 cd/m2 typical and a 400 cd/m2 peak has fifty nits of headroom, which is nothing, and there is no dimming. HDR here is a checkbox. What the DesignVue line is actually about is colour accuracy - 95% DCI-P3 with 100% sRGB - and single-cable convenience via the 65 W USB-C dock. Those are the specs a designer uses; the HDR badge is not.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMIHDMI inputfor a second machine
DisplayPortDisplayPort inputalongside USB-C DP Alt Mode
USB-C1 x USB-C upstream, 65 W, DP Alt Modeone cable for a laptop
USB Hub1 x USB-C downstream plus USB-Acard readers and peripherals
Audio Out3.5 mmplus 2 x 2.5 W speakers (5 W) - calls only
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint25-inch 16:9, 550 mm wide7.6 kg with the stand
StandIncluded, removablecompact footprint
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmstandard arm fit
Tilt-5 to +20 degreesa comfortable range
Height Adjust110 mmreasonable travel
Swivel / PivotSwivel +/-15 degrees, no pivotthe sheet records +/-0 degrees
Real-World Use Cases
117 PPI in a 25-inch footprint
65 W USB-C for picture, peripherals and charging
95% DCI-P3 with 100% sRGB
denser type than a 27-inch 1440p
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 117 PPI denser than a 27-inch 1440p panel
- 95% DCI-P3 with 100% sRGB
- 65 W USB-C dock with USB-C downstream
- Compact 550 mm width
- 110 mm of height adjustment
Cons
- 60 Hz with a 5 ms response
- 8-bit colour with 1000:1 contrast
- No pivot despite the DesignVue positioning
- DisplayHDR 400 with fifty nits of headroom
Score & Ratings
7/10
Great
Model Information
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | DesignVue |
| Model | PD2506Q |
| Model Alias | DesignVue PD2506Q |
| Full Product Name | BenQ PD2506Q |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Available Colors | Black |
Display & Panel
5
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 25-inch | |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | |
| Display Area | 93.27 % (percent) | |
| Panel Type | AH-IPS | AH-IPS - LG Display's IPS variant, tuned for colour consistency. |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 2560 × 1440 | |
| Pixel Density | 117 PPI | 117 PPI - denser than a 27-inch 1440p, so type looks crisper. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.216 mm (millimeters) |
Picture Quality & Color
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors |
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 60 Hz (hertz) |
Ports & Connectivity
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 1× HDMI 2.0 |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | 1× USB-C |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
5
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 × 100 mm | |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm | |
| Removable Stand | Yes | |
| Height Adjustment | 110 mm | 110 mm - reasonable travel. |
| Height Range | 110 mm |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight With Stand | 7.6 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.4 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 36W |
| Average Power Consumption | 36W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 170W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5W |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Why choose 25 inches over 27? +
Density. The same 2560 x 1440 across 25 inches gives 117 PPI rather than 109, so type and fine lines look slightly crisper. On a small desk it also simply fits better.
02 Can I turn it to portrait for layout work? +
The sheet records the pivot as +/-0 degrees, which means no rotation at all - the same odd notation appears on other BenQ panels. Verify with the retailer if portrait matters to you.
03 Will 65 W keep a design laptop running? +
For thin-and-lights, yes. A workstation laptop under load will want 90-140 W. Check your charger's rating - if it is 65 W or under, this will keep it topped up.
04 How does DesignVue differ from BenQ's RD line? +
Audience. DesignVue targets visual designers with AQCOLOR accuracy and colour modes; the RD line targets programmers with Coding Mode and Nano Matte anti-glare. Different tools for different desks.
05 Is 8-bit a limitation for design work? +
It can be. 8-bit means 16.7 million colours rather than the 1.07 billion of a 10-bit panel, so gradients can band. For layout and web work it is fine; for photo retouching, a 10-bit panel is safer.
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