23.8″ BenQ BL2483 – Specs & Features
The BenQ BL2483 is a 23.8-inch Full HD Monitor designed for gaming and multimedia. It features a TN panel for fast response times. The Monitor is suitable for gaming and creative work and includes 50 Hz - 76 Hz refresh rate and HDMI connectivity. However, it may not be ideal for narrower viewing angles and weaker color accuracy vs IPS or VA alternatives. It scores Good — 6.6/10 across our display performance benchmarks.
Scores and analysis are based on DisplayInput – Monitor & TV Specs Comparison's display benchmark methodology across 6 verified specifications. Data sourced from Benq's official specifications and independent lab measurements.
Display Performance
Who Should Buy the Benq BL2483
Real-World Use Cases
Pros & Cons
- TN panel with 76Hz lightning-fast pixel response and record-breaking refresh for esports
- 250 cd/m² calibrated display consistent, eye-friendly brightness for extended work sessions
- Full HD at 92 PPI clear, clean image for everyday computing and gaming
- 1.0 ms (GtG) at 76Hz accurate, responsive motion for productive and media use
- Calibrated color (72% NTSC) reliable, balanced tones for everyday content
- TN panel narrower viewing angles and weaker color accuracy vs IPS or VA alternatives
- Full HD at 92 PPI pixel density adequate for esports but lower than QHD alternatives
- Tilt-only stand no height adjustment, swivel or portrait pivot ergonomic options available
- No USB-C or Thunderbolt single-cable connectivity with modern laptops requires a separate adapter
- No HDR certification standard dynamic range only; HDR content is tone-mapped without uplift
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ | |
| Model | BL2483 | |
| Series | Business | |
| Model Alias | - | |
| Model Year | 2020 |
⚠ Limited 2020 — 6-year-old model. Check whether current-gen replacements offer better value.
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Size Class | 23.8-inch |
△ Average 23" — compact. Good as a secondary screen or space-constrained desk.
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| Panel Type | TN |
⚠ Limited TN — fastest pixel response but narrow viewing angles and limited colour accuracy vs IPS/VA.
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| Curvature | -- | |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
△ Average Full HD (1920×1080) — adequate up to 24–27". Pixels become visible on larger panels at close range.
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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 | 92 PPI |
△ Average 92 PPI — adequate sharpness for monitor use. Comfortable for text and media at 50–80cm.
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| Pixel Pitch | 0.275 mm (millimeters) |
△ Average 0.275 mm (millimeters) pitch — standard. Pixels become visible on close inspection of large panels.
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| Display Area | 81.91 % (percent) |
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Color Depth | 8 bits (6 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes) |
△ Average 8-bit — 16.7 million colours. Fine for SDR and everyday use; banding may appear in HDR gradients.
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| Colors | 16777216 colors |
△ Average 16.7 million colours (8-bit) — standard for SDR; gradient banding may appear in HDR.
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| sRGB | - |
sRGB not listed separately. DCI-P3 coverage (above) is the more relevant metric for modern HDR content.
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| DCI-P3 Coverage | - |
DCI-P3 coverage not published by the manufacturer for this model.
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| HDR Support | - |
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Brightness (Typical) | 250 cd/m² |
△ Average 250 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 | 1000 : 1 |
△ Average 1000 : 1 — standard IPS-level. Blacks appear slightly grey in very dark rooms.
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 50 Hz - 76 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 | - |
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: - Backlight: W-LED Viewing Angles: 170° / 160° (H / V) MPRT Response: - Dynamic Contrast: - Input Lag: - Screen Coating: Anti-glare/Matte (3H) |
Anti-glare matte coating.
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Camera | No |
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Audio | 2 x 1 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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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1 x HDMI 1.4 1 x DVI-D 1 x D-sub 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) |
✓ Good HDMI — standard display connection for consoles and laptops.
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| Wireless | - |
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | No | |
| Pivot | No |
⚠ Limited No pivot — cannot rotate to portrait orientation.
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| Swivel | No |
⚠ Limited No swivel — stand cannot rotate left/right. Adjust by moving the whole monitor.
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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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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming Features | AMA (Advanced Motion Accelerator) |
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | - |
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
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| Smart Features | Brightness Intelligence Color Weakness ePaper Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light |
✓ Good Brightness Intelligence
Color Weakness
ePaper
Flicker-free technology
Low Blue Light — software features including OSD controls and display calibration tools.
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 17.48W |
✓ Good 17.48W — very energy efficient. Low electricity cost even for all-day use.
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| Maximum Consumption | 25W | |
| Standby | 0.5W |
✓ Good 0.5W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Certificates | Energy Star 8.0 EPEAT Bronze TCO 8.0 TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified TUV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified |
✓ Good ENERGY STAR — US energy efficiency standard. EPEAT — sustainable electronics certification. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards. TCO Certified — sustainable IT product standard. TÜV Flicker Free — reduces eye strain from screen flicker. TÜV Low Blue Light — reduces harmful high-energy blue light.
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Without Stand Width | 565 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Height | 337.6 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Depth | 50.9 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Weight | 3 kg |
✓ Good 3 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
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| With Stand Width | 565 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Height | 433 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Depth | 175.1 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Weight | 3.9 kg |
✓ Good 3.9 kg — lightweight; easy to position or wall-mount solo.
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| Color | Black |
Available colour finish for this unit.
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| 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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