Display
24.5-inch, TN, 1920 x 1080
24.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 240 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
320 cd/m²
320 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1 / Dynamic 12000000 : 1
1000
Overview
Stripped to competitive essentials, the 24.5" BenQ ZOWIE XL2540K is a 240 Hz Full HD esports monitor offering the ZOWIE control layout without DyAc+. Its 240 Hz TN panel, FreeSync, Black eQualizer, Color Vibrance, three HDMI 2.0 inputs and 155 mm height adjustment cover competitive essentials. The connection set covers 3 x HDMI 2.0; 1 x DisplayPort 1.2. No response-time figure is published, and the monitor omits speakers, USB and HDR while retaining the colour and viewing-angle compromises of TN. The XL2540K shares the XL2546K’s 240 Hz range and stand, but it lacks DyAc+ and is rated brighter at 320 cd/m² with 1000:1 contrast. The practical audience is competitive gamers who want 240 Hz ZOWIE controls without DyAc+. It is much less convincing for users who need creator colour, higher resolution or integrated peripherals.
BrandBenQPanel TypeTNResolution1920 x 1080Refresh Rate48 Hz - 240 Hz
Key Highlights
- ZOWIE XL2540K resolution | 1920 x 1080 at 89 PPI defines its exact workspace and density
- ZOWIE XL2540K motion | 48 Hz - 240 Hz refresh with Not published response; no range is borrowed from BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K
- ZOWIE XL2540K image baseline | 320 cd/m² brightness and 1000 : 1 contrast
- ZOWIE XL2540K key advantage | Its 240 Hz TN panel, FreeSync, Black eQualizer, Color Vibrance, three HDMI 2.0 inputs and 155 mm height adjustment cover competitive essentials
- Closest sibling | The XL2540K shares the XL2546K’s 240 Hz range and stand, but it lacks DyAc+ and is rated brighter at 320 cd/m² with 1000:1 contrast
Who Should Buy the Benq ZOWIE XL2540K
+ Best For
ZOWIE XL2540K audience
competitive gamers who want 240 Hz ZOWIE controls without DyAc+
ZOWIE XL2540K display case
Practical advantage: its 240 Hz TN panel, FreeSync, Black eQualizer, Color Vibrance, three HDMI 2.0 inputs and 155 mm height adjustment cover competitive essentials
ZOWIE XL2540K desk fit
The stand lists 155 mm height adjustment, ±45° swivel, no functional pivot and -5° to +23° tilt.
× Not Ideal For
ZOWIE XL2540K mismatch
users who need creator colour, higher resolution or integrated peripherals
ZOWIE XL2540K limitation
The main trade-off is that no response-time figure is published, and the monitor omits speakers, USB and HDR while retaining the colour and viewing-angle compromises of TN
Choose against BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K carefully
The deciding difference is that the XL2540K shares the XL2546K’s 240 Hz range and stand, but it lacks DyAc+ and is rated brighter at 320 cd/m² with 1000:1 contrast
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 240 Hz
Exact published motion range for ZOWIE XL2540K
Response Time
Not published
No response-time figure is published for ZOWIE XL2540K; its refresh rate does not prove one.
Brightness
320 cd/m²
ZOWIE XL2540K's typical SDR figure; peak output is separate when published
Contrast
1000 : 1
ZOWIE XL2540K's native black-to-white separation
Colour Gamut
8 bits (6 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes)
Colour depth and coverage published for ZOWIE XL2540K
HDR
Not published
No HDR tier is published for ZOWIE XL2540K; its SDR hardware is assessed below
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate48 Hz - 240 HzZOWIE XL2540K's own published range, distinct from BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K
Response TimeNot publishedNo response-time figure is published for ZOWIE XL2540K; its refresh rate does not prove one.
VRR / Adaptive SyncAMD FreeSyncZOWIE XL2540K reduces tearing only when this support is explicitly listed
GPU Requirement1920 x 1080; ceiling 240 HzZOWIE XL2540K's published 48 Hz - 240 Hz mode needs a matching source, cable and frame rate
HDR & Brightness Reality
No HDR tier is published for 24.5" BenQ ZOWIE XL2540K. The ZOWIE XL2540K's TN panel is rated at 320 cd/m² and 1000 : 1, so the evidence supports treating it as an SDR monitor. For ZOWIE XL2540K, HDR games and films receive no documented local dimming, certified peak brightness or HDR-specific colour-volume claim; its suitability rests on the intended office, creator or esports role instead.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI3 x HDMI 2.0ZOWIE XL2540K's exact HDMI count and version for consoles or media sources
DisplayPort1 x DisplayPort 1.2ZOWIE XL2540K's published DisplayPort path; do not assume an unlisted version
USB-CNot publishedOn ZOWIE XL2540K, charging, video and data apply only where wattage or DP Alt Mode is stated
Hub / LegacyNot publishedZOWIE XL2540K's additional data, network or legacy links; compare them with BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K
Audio / HDCP1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out / High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)ZOWIE XL2540K's headphone, audio-input and copy-protection provision exactly as published
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint571 mm wide / 200 mm deepZOWIE XL2540K's desk footprint should be checked alongside its diagonal
StandRemovable: YesZOWIE XL2540K's supplied base can be replaced only when removal and VESA details agree
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmPublished arm or wall-mount pattern for ZOWIE XL2540K
Tilt-5° to +23°ZOWIE XL2540K's vertical adjustment; compare the range with BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K
Height Adjust155 mmZOWIE XL2540K's stand either reaches eye level directly or needs a riser
Swivel / Pivot±45° / ±0°Lateral and portrait movement published for ZOWIE XL2540K
Real-World Use Cases
a 240 Hz Full HD esports monitor offering the ZOWIE control layout without DyAc+
In practical terms, its 240 Hz TN panel, FreeSync, Black eQualizer, Color Vibrance, three HDMI 2.0 inputs and 155 mm height adjustment cover competitive essentials
The connection set covers 3 x HDMI 2.0; 1 x DisplayPort 1.2. The stand lists 155 mm height adjustment, ±45° swivel, no functional pivot and -5° to +23° tilt.
The choice against BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K turns on this: The XL2540K shares the XL2546K’s 240 Hz range and stand, but it lacks DyAc+ and is rated brighter at 320 cd/m² with 1000:1 contrast
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ZOWIE XL2540K core strength Its 240 Hz TN panel, FreeSync, Black eQualizer, Color Vibrance, three HDMI 2.0 inputs and 155 mm height adjustment cover competitive essentials
- ZOWIE XL2540K's 1920 x 1080 and 89 PPI clearly define its workspace and sharpness
- ZOWIE XL2540K connectivity The connection set covers 3 x HDMI 2.0; 1 x DisplayPort 1.2.
- ZOWIE XL2540K ergonomics The stand lists 155 mm height adjustment, ±45° swivel, no functional pivot and -5° to +23° tilt.
- ZOWIE XL2540K's closest comparison is BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K; the XL2540K shares the XL2546K’s 240 Hz range and stand, but it lacks DyAc+ and is rated brighter at 320 cd/m² with 1000:1 contrast
Cons
- ZOWIE XL2540K main compromise No response-time figure is published, and the monitor omits speakers, USB and HDR while retaining the colour and viewing-angle compromises of TN
- ZOWIE XL2540K's missing values remain unpublished rather than being copied from BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K.
- Before choosing ZOWIE XL2540K over BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K, verify that its exact ports, stand and motion ceiling match the intended use
Score & Ratings
7.2/10
Great
Model Information
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | ZOWIE |
| Model | ZOWIE XL2540K |
| Model Alias | XL2540K |
| Full Product Name | BenQ ZOWIE XL2540K |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Available Colors | Black |
Display & Panel
4
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 24.5-inch | |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | |
| Panel Type | TN | TN favours fast competitive motion, but the buyer should expect narrower viewing angles and weaker off-axis colour consistency than IPS. |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 | |
| Pixel Density | 89 PPI | 89 PPI is coarse for close desktop text; scaling and viewing distance will affect the result. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.28 mm (millimeters) |
Picture Quality & Color
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits (6 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes) |
| FRC | Yes |
| 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 | 3× HDMI 2.0 |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.2 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.2 |
| 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 | 155 mm | 155 mm shows whether the supplied stand can reach a comfortable eye line; it matters more on long work sessions than bezel styling. |
| Height Range | 155 mm |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight With Stand | 6.1 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 35W |
| Average Power Consumption | 35W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5W |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | ENERGY STAR |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 What does the ZOWIE XL2540K's 1920 x 1080 resolution mean at 24.5-inch? +
The sheet gives 89 PPI, which is the practical sharpness figure for ZOWIE XL2540K. That density supports competitive gamers who want 240 Hz ZOWIE controls without DyAc+ without changing the panel's other limitations.
02 How should buyers interpret the ZOWIE XL2540K's 48 Hz - 240 Hz refresh specification? +
That is the exact range or ceiling published for ZOWIE XL2540K. No response-time figure is published for ZOWIE XL2540K; its refresh rate does not prove one.
03 Which connections define the ZOWIE XL2540K's desk use? +
The full published line is 3 x HDMI 2.0 / 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 / 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out / High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). On ZOWIE XL2540K, USB-C data, video and charging roles must be read separately rather than treated as interchangeable.
04 What is the most important weakness in the ZOWIE XL2540K specification? +
The main trade-off is that no response-time figure is published, and the monitor omits speakers, USB and HDR while retaining the colour and viewing-angle compromises of TN. ZOWIE XL2540K's missing values remain unpublished rather than being copied from BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K.
05 How does the ZOWIE XL2540K compare with the BenQ ZOWIE XL2546K? +
The deciding distinction is that the XL2540K shares the XL2546K’s 240 Hz range and stand, but it lacks DyAc+ and is rated brighter at 320 cd/m² with 1000:1 contrast. The ZOWIE XL2540K decision should follow the real panel, stand and port differences rather than the shared brand.
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