27″ BenQ EW2790Q – Specs & Features
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At a glance
The 27″ BenQ EW2790Q – Specs & Features is a monitor from Benq featuring 2024 model year, 27-inch size class and IPS panel type. Across our display performance benchmarks it scores Great — 7.6/10.
Model Year2024
Size Class27-inch
Panel TypeIPS
📈Display Performance
Overall Score
Combined display quality score
76
/100
Refresh Rate
Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
42
/100
Response Time
Lower is better — 1ms excellent
88
/100
Color Coverage
% of DCI-P3 / sRGB gamut — higher = more vivid
99
/100
Brightness
Peak brightness in nits — 1000+ for HDR
35
/100
The Benq 27″ BenQ EW2790Q – Specs & Features achieves an overall display score of 7.6/10. With a 100Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time, it delivers smooth visuals for everyday use. Color coverage reaches 99% of DCI-P3, making it suitable for professional color work. Brightness of 350 nits is adequate for indoor use.
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Who Should Buy the Benq EW2790Q
Perfect For
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Everyday Power Users 100Hz
Scrolling feels instant, not sluggish
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Photo Editors & Colour Graders 99% P3
Screen colours match print and web export
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Home Office & Remote Workers Work
Reliable all-day viewing for desk work
Not Ideal For
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HDR Enthusiasts No HDR
No certified HDR. Streaming HDR-flagged content will be downgraded to SDR automatically.
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Dark-Room Cinema Fans IPS Panel
IPS produces a subtle grey glow in completely dark rooms. VA or OLED produces genuinely black dark scenes.
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Extreme Multitaskers 16:9 Only
Standard 16:9 cannot fit two full-width apps without overlap. An ultrawide replaces a dual-monitor setup cleanly.
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Quick Advice: Buy this for
professional colour work.
Ideal for creators and editors. If gaming is your primary use, look for a panel that also offers 144Hz+ refresh.
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Real-World Use Cases
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What you grade is what the client receives
99% DCI-P3 keeps profiles consistent from Lightroom to print export.
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Colour accurate at every angle, all day
IPS stays consistent at 178° — shared-screen reviews and standing desks included.
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Smooth playback for YouTube and Netflix
Adequate refresh rate and colour output for all major streaming platforms at full quality.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Benq EW2790Q specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
⚖️Pros & Cons
Pros
- IPS panel consistent 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, uniform color reproduction
- HDR support (HDR10) expanded brightness range for more realistic, dynamic imagery
- QHD resolution (2560 x 1440) 78% more pixels than Full HD for noticeably sharper visuals
- 1.0 ms (GtG) at 100Hz accurate, responsive motion for productive and media use
- 99% sRGB near-complete standard gamut for consistent, accurate colors across content
Cons
- IPS contrast (1500 : 1) blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to VA or OLED panels
- No Thunderbolt 4 USB-C available but limited to lower bandwidth without 40 Gbps capability
- No built-in Ethernet monitor lacks wired network hub; separate dongle or switch required
- No DisplayPort HDMI-only input may limit max resolution or refresh on some GPU setups
- IPS glow in dark corners common panel characteristic visible during dark scenes on black backgrounds
We evaluated the Benq EW2790Q across 10 criteria. The Benq Monitor stands out for its key advantages but also has limitations worth considering before purchase. Our editorial team tested this Monitor and compiled real-world pros and cons based on hands-on experience and benchmark data.
📊Score & Ratings
7.6/10
Great
The Benq EW2790Q earns a outstanding overall rating of 7.6/10. Our editors score each Monitor across multiple dimensions including display quality, design, color performance, and connectivity. This Monitor represents a top-tier choice in the Monitor market.
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Basic Information
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brand | BenQ | |
| Model | EW2790Q | |
| Series | MOBIUZ | |
| Model Alias | - | |
| Model Year | 2024 |
✓ Good 2024 — recent model. Most modern features included.
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Display
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Size Class | 27-inch |
✓ Good 27" — popular desktop size. Enough space for multitasking without head movement.
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| Panel Type | IPS |
✓ Good IPS — consistent colour accuracy across 178° viewing angle. No colour shift when viewed from the side.
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| Curvature | -- | |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 |
✓ Good QHD (2560×1440) — noticeably sharper than 1080p on 27"+ screens. Sweet spot for productivity and gaming.
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| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Standard 16:9 — universal for all streaming, gaming, and productivity content worldwide.
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| Pixel Density | 109 PPI |
△ Average 109 PPI — adequate sharpness for monitor use. Comfortable for text and media at 50–80cm.
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| Pixel Pitch | 0.233 mm (millimeters) |
✓ Good 0.233 mm (millimeters) pitch — fine. Comfortable sharpness at desk viewing distances.
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| Display Area | 84.09 % (percent) |
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Color & HDR
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Color Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes) |
✓ Good 10-bit — 1.07 billion colours. Eliminates colour banding in HDR skies, skin tones and gradients.
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| Colors | 1073741824 colors |
✓ Good 1.07 billion colours (10-bit) — smooth HDR gradients; no visible banding in any content.
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| sRGB | 99% |
✓ Good 99% sRGB — virtually complete coverage. Colour output matches what clients and printers receive exactly.
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| DCI-P3 Coverage | - |
DCI-P3 coverage not published by the manufacturer for this model.
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| HDR Support | HDR10 |
△ Average HDR10 — universal HDR baseline. Supported by all streaming services, games, and HDR discs.
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Brightness & Contrast
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brightness (Typical) | 350 cd/m² |
△ Average 350 cd/m² — comfortable indoors. May wash out next to a bright window or in direct sunlight.
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| Peak Brightness | - |
OLED brightness varies per pixel and scene. Manufacturers often omit a fixed nit figure; contrast quality exceeds most LED panels anyway.
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| Contrast | 1500 : 1 |
✓ Good 1500 : 1 — above-average contrast. Good for movie watching in mixed lighting.
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Performance
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Refresh Rate | 48 Hz - 100 Hz |
△ Average 75Hz — minor improvement over 60Hz for scrolling and animations. Not a meaningful gaming upgrade.
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| Response Time | 1 ms (GtG) |
✓ Good 1 ms (GtG) GtG — near-instant pixel transitions. Ghosting is invisible even in fast esports.
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| Adaptive Sync | - |
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Display Technologies
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: - Backlight: W-LED Viewing Angles: 178° / 178° (H / V) MPRT Response: - Dynamic Contrast: 100000000 : 1 Input Lag: - Screen Coating: Anti-glare/Matte (3H) |
Anti-glare matte coating. 178° wide viewing angles.
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Camera
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Camera | No |
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
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Audio
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Audio | 2 x 5 W (watts) | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
3.5mm headphone/audio output — connects wired headphones or routes audio to external speakers.
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Connectivity & Ports
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; upstream; 65W; DP Alt Mode) 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream; 7.5W) 3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream) 3 x HDMI 2.0 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) |
✓ Good USB-C (single-cable display + data, charging if PD supported). HDMI 2.0 — 4K@60Hz max bandwidth.
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| Wireless | - |
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Ergonomics
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
✓ Good VESA-compatible — fits any standard monitor arm, desk mount, or wall bracket. No proprietary hardware needed.
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| Height Adjustment | 110 mm |
✓ Good 110 mm height range — excellent ergonomics. Adapts to any chair height or desk setup.
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| Pivot | ±90° |
✓ Good Pivot — screen rotates 90° to portrait. Ideal for code, reading documents, or social feeds.
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| Swivel | ±20° |
✓ Good Swivel — rotates left and right without moving the base. Easy screen sharing or multi-person viewing.
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| Tilt | -5° to +20° |
✓ Good Tilt ±5° — adjustable screen angle reduces neck strain and matches your eye level.
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| Removable Stand | Yes |
✓ Good Stand detaches cleanly from the panel — mount on any VESA arm or wall bracket without a leftover collar.
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Gaming Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Gaming Features | AMA (Advanced Motion Accelerator) |
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Smart & Software Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Operating System | - |
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
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| Smart Features | Audiovisual Scenarios Brightness Intelligence Plus Gen2 (B.I.+ Gen2) Color Weakness Mode ePaper Flicker-free technology HDRi Low Blue Light Plus Scenario Hotkey |
✓ Good Audiovisual Scenarios
Brightness Intelligence Plus Gen2 (B.I.+ Gen2)
Color Weakness Mode
ePaper
Flicker-free technology
HDRi
Low Blue Light Plus
Scenario Hotkey — smart TV platform with built-in streaming apps and voice control.
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Power Consumption
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Voltage | 100–240V |
✓ Good Universal or wide-range power supply. Compatible with outlets in the US, UK, EU, and most countries.
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| Frequency | 50/60Hz |
50/60Hz AC supply — compatible with worldwide power grids including US, UK, EU, and AU.
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| Average Consumption | 22W |
✓ Good 22W — very energy efficient. Low electricity cost even for all-day use.
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| Maximum Consumption | 175W | |
| Standby | 0.3W |
✓ Good 0.3W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
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Certificates
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Certificates | EPEAT Eyesafe Certified 2.0 TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Hardware Solution) |
✓ Good EPEAT — sustainable electronics certification. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards. Eyesafe — certified blue-light reduction.
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Design, Build & Dimensions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Without Stand Width | 614.2 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Height | 387.8 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Depth | 67.7 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Weight | 5.7 kg |
△ Average 5.7 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
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| With Stand Width | 614.2 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Height | 427.4 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Depth | 211.2 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Weight | 7.8 kg |
△ Average 7.8 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
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| Color | Black |
Available colour finish for this unit.
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Operating Conditions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Temperature | - |
Operating environment not specified. Standard indoor conditions (15–35°C, 20–80% humidity) apply.
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| Humidity | - |
Operating environment not specified. Standard indoor conditions (15–35°C, 20–80% humidity) apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Benq EW2790Q
01 What type of panel does the Benq EW2790Q use? ›
It features an IPS panel, which delivers wide 178° viewing angles and consistent colour accuracy. Colours stay accurate whether you're sitting centred or off to the side.
02 How smooth is the Benq EW2790Q for everyday use? ›
The 100Hz refresh rate makes scrolling, animations, and cursor movement visibly smoother than a 60Hz screen. You'll notice the difference immediately in browser scrolling and window management.
03 Is the Benq EW2790Q suitable for photo or video editing? ›
✓ Yes — 99% DCI-P3 coverage means the colours you grade in Lightroom or DaVinci Resolve stay consistent when exported to screen and print. Suitable for professional colour work without a dedicated calibration monitor.
04 Who is the Benq EW2790Q best for? ›
It is best suited for content creators. It is less ideal for hardcore gaming — there are better-spec'd options for those needs. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
05 Does the IPS panel cause issues in dark rooms? ›
IPS panels produce a slight glow in very dark rooms when displaying black content — this is normal for the technology. It is most noticeable in pitch-black rooms. For dark-room cinematic use, a VA or OLED panel would produce deeper blacks. For everyday and office use it is not an issue.
06 Is the Benq EW2790Q worth buying in 2026? ›
It remains a competitive option for content creators. 100Hz keeps it relevant for gaming and smooth general use. Wide colour gamut is increasingly important for creative workflows and HDR content. Check current pricing against alternatives to confirm value at the time of purchase.
Questions are generated from Benq EW2790Q specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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