Display
27-inch, IPS, 1920 x 1080
27
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 240 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
400 cd/m²
400 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
81 PPI is the number that decides whether this monitor is for you. The EX270M puts 1920 x 1080 across 27 inches, which is the lowest pixel density in any batch we have covered - text and detail look visibly soft at desk distance. What you get for that trade is speed and sound: 240 Hz with a 1 ms MPRT response and FreeSync Premium, plus BenQ's 2.1 treVolo audio with a 5 W subwoofer, which genuinely outclasses the speakers on most monitors. The panel is 8-bit with 1000:1 contrast and uncertified HDR10. As a cheap 240 Hz esports screen it makes sense; as a monitor you also work on, the resolution will wear on you.
BrandBenQPanel TypeIPSResolution1920 x 1080Refresh Rate48-240 Hz
Key Highlights
- 240 Hz at 1080p - easy for a mid-range card to actually reach
- 2.1 treVolo audio with a 5 W subwoofer, 9 W total
- 1 ms MPRT with FreeSync Premium and Black Equalizer
- 400 cd/m2 brightness with Brightness Intelligence Plus
- Low 22 W average draw and 4.25 kg without the stand
Who Should Buy the Benq EX270M
+ Best For
Competitive play on a budget
240 Hz that mid-range GPUs can feed
Desks without speakers
a real 2.1 system with a subwoofer
Console casual play
1080p at high refresh over HDMI
Long sessions
B.I.+ ambient adjustment and flicker-free certification
× Not Ideal For
Any text work
81 PPI is the softest density in this range
Colour work
8-bit with 16.7 million colours
HDR
HDR10 with no certification behind it
Dark-room gaming
1000:1 contrast lifts blacks
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48-240 Hz
genuinely fast, and easy to drive at 1080p
Response Time
1 ms (MPRT)
crisp motion with AMA acceleration
Brightness
400 cd/m2
bright enough for a lit room
Contrast
1000:1
standard IPS; blacks lift in the dark
Colour Gamut
99% sRGB, 8-bit
standard content only
HDR
HDR10, uncertified
accepts the signal, no real benefit
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate240 Hzcompetitive speed at a resolution mid-range cards can push
Response Time1 ms (MPRT)with Black Equalizer for dark-scene visibility
VRR / Adaptive SyncAMD FreeSync Premiumtear-free across 48-240 Hz
GPU Requirementmid-range - 1080p at 240 fps is realistic in esports titles
HDR & Brightness Reality
HDR10 with no DisplayHDR tier and 1000:1 contrast settles this quickly: the monitor accepts an HDR signal and then has nowhere to put it. There is no local dimming and no peak brightness figure above the 400 cd/m2 typical. Leave HDR off. The interesting engineering on this panel went into the 240 Hz refresh and the 2.1 speaker system, and both of those are real.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI2 x HDMI 2.0plenty for a 1080p panel
DisplayPort1 x DisplayPortthe connection for the full 240 Hz
USB-CNot availableno USB-C on this model
USB Hub1 x USB-B upstream, 2 x USB-A downstreamfor a mouse or headset
Audio Out3.5 mmplus 2.1 treVolo with a 5 W subwoofer, 9 W total
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint27-inch 16:9, 614 mm wide6.4 kg with the stand
StandIncluded, removable4.25 kg panel alone
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmstandard arm fit
Tilt-5 to +15 degreesa narrow range
Height Adjust100 mmmodest travel
Swivel / PivotSwivel +/-15 degrees, no pivotlimited movement
Real-World Use Cases
240 Hz at 1080p, reachable with a mid-range card
a 2.1 treVolo system with a 5 W subwoofer, no speakers needed
high-refresh 1080p over HDMI
light and cheap alongside a sharper main panel
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 240 Hz at a resolution mid-range GPUs can actually feed
- 2.1 treVolo audio with a 5 W subwoofer
- 1 ms MPRT with FreeSync Premium and Black Equalizer
- 400 cd/m2 with Brightness Intelligence Plus
- Light and efficient: 4.25 kg, 22 W average
Cons
- 81 PPI the softest pixel density of any monitor here
- 8-bit panel with 1000:1 contrast
- HDR10 with no certification
- No USB-C and limited stand movement
Score & Ratings
6.6/10
Good
Model Information
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | MOBIUZ |
| Model | EX270M |
| Model Alias | MOBIUZ EX270M |
| Full Product Name | BenQ MOBIUZ EX270M |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Available Colors | Dark Grey |
Display & Panel
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27-inch |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Display Area | 86.21 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 | |
| Pixel Density | 81 PPI | 81 PPI - the softest density in this range; text looks noticeably fuzzy up close. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.311 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 | 48 Hz - 240 Hz |
Ports & Connectivity
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 2× HDMI 2.0 |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| 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 | 100 mm | 100 mm - modest, with tilt limited to -5 to +15 degrees. |
| Height Range | 100 mm |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight With Stand | 6.4 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.25 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 22W |
| Average Power Consumption | 22W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 70W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5W |
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 1080p across 27 inches a mistake? +
It depends entirely on use. At 81 PPI it is the softest density here - noticeably soft for text at desk distance. For competitive gaming, where you want a big, easy-to-drive 240 Hz target, it is defensible. As an all-purpose monitor it is not.
02 How do the speakers compare with other monitors? +
Favourably. It is a 2.1 treVolo setup with two 2 W drivers plus a 5 W subwoofer - 9 W total. Most monitors give you 2 x 2 W and no bass at all, so this is a real difference for anyone without desk speakers.
03 Why choose this over the 23.8-inch EX240? +
Refresh and audio. This one runs 240 Hz against the EX240's 165, and has the 2.1 subwoofer system against basic 2.5 W drivers. It is also physically bigger, which at 1080p means softer text.
04 What does Black Equalizer do? +
It brightens dark areas of a game without blowing out the bright parts, so enemies hiding in shadows become visible. On a 1000:1 IPS panel it is compensating for weak native contrast.
05 Will a mid-range card hit 240 fps? +
In esports titles at 1080p, comfortably. That is the argument for a lower resolution - the frames are far easier to produce than at 1440p or 4K.
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