RATED
Good
6.4/10
23.8″ BenQ BL2490C – Specs & Features
Small-workspace buyers can consider the 23.8" BenQ BL2490C, a Full HD IPS business monitor with 144 Hz refresh, integrated 4 W audio and a simple tilt stand.
Benq●Monitor
Display
23.8-inch, IPS, 1920 x 1080
23.8
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 144 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
250 cd/m²
250 cd
Contrast Ratio
1300 : 1
1300
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Compact 23.8-inch size with useful 92 PPI density
- 144 Hz refresh is uncommon and helpful in an office-oriented screen
- Built-in speakers, eye-care modes and light sensing add daily convenience
- HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4 support common modern sources
- 100 x 100 mm VESA support allows a better stand
Cons
- Stock stand is tilt-only
- Pixel-pitch listing appears inconsistent
- USB-C capabilities are incompletely specified
- No HDR or adaptive-sync support is published
Score & Ratings
6.4/10
Good
Model Information
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | Business |
| Model | BL2490C |
| Full Product Name | BenQ BL2490C |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Monitor Type | Business / General-Purpose Monitor |
| Monitor Category | Productivity Monitor |
| Market Position | Mainstream Home & Office |
| Primary Use | Home Office, Productivity & Everyday Use |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | Model year 2025 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years (36 months) |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
Display & Panel
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 23.8-inch |
| Exact Diagonal | 604 mm / 60.4 cm / 23.7795 in / 1.9816 ft |
| Screen Format | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 527.04 mm / 52.704 cm / 20.7496 in / 1.7291 ft |
| Active Display Height | 296.46 mm / 29.646 cm / 11.6717 in / 0.9726 ft |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Panel Technology | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
23.8" Display Size (60.5 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel Density | 92 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.311 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits (6 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors |
| Typical Brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1300 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| sRGB Coverage | 99% |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
CompactIdeal FitWideUltra-Wide
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 144 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 5 ms / 0.0050 s |
Ports & Connectivity
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 1× HDMI 2.0 |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | 1× USB-C |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 2 W |
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Power & Operating Conditions
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 110 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Eye Comfort Mode | Yes |
| Reader Mode | Yes |
| Auto Brightness | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | 4-sided ultrathin bezel design, Coding Mode, Color Weakness Mode, Eye-CareU, Eye Reminder, ePaper Mode, Flicker-free technology, Light Sensor, Low Blue Light Plus, VESA MediaSync Display, Visual Optimizer; Anti-theft stand lock slot - Kensington; Other certifications: EyeSafe Display 2.0 |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Energy Star 8.0 |
| EPEAT | EPEAT Bronze |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified 9.0 |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) |
| TÜV Eye Comfort | TÜV Eye Comfort 2.0 |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
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Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Daily—
Monthly—
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Uses about 0% less power than the average we track in this category.
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