Display
23.8-inch, IPS, 1920 x 1080
23.8
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 165 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
350 cd/m²
350 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
At 23.8 inches and 1080p, the EX240 is deliberately small - and for competitive play that is a defensible choice, because the whole screen sits inside your field of view without eye movement. It runs 165 Hz with a 1 ms MPRT response and FreeSync Premium, and BenQ's usual comfort features are here: Brightness Intelligence Plus, ePaper mode and flicker-free certification. But the panel is where the price shows. It is 8-bit with 16.7 million colours, contrast is 1000:1, and HDR10 is listed with no DisplayHDR tier or brightness headroom behind it. At 92 PPI, 1080p across 23.8 inches is not sharp by current standards. Fine as a budget esports screen, weak as an only monitor.
BrandBenQPanel TypeIPSResolution1920 x 1080Refresh Rate48-165 Hz
Key Highlights
- 165 Hz with a 1 ms MPRT response and FreeSync Premium
- 23.8 inches keeps the whole screen in your field of view for competitive play
- Brightness Intelligence Plus adapts brightness to room light
- 2 x 2.5 W speakers plus ePaper and flicker-free modes
- Low 20 W average draw and only 3.7 kg without the stand
Who Should Buy the Benq EX240
+ Best For
Budget esports
165 Hz at 1080p is easy for modest GPUs to drive
Small desks
540 mm wide and 3.7 kg without the stand
Long sessions
flicker-free, low blue light and B.I.+ ambient adjustment
Second screens
cheap, light and easy to mount alongside a main panel
× Not Ideal For
Detail work
92 PPI at 1080p looks coarse next to any 1440p or 4K panel
Colour work
8-bit with no DCI-P3 figure published
HDR
HDR10 is listed with no certification or brightness to support it
Single-monitor setups
the resolution is limiting for anything but gaming
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48-165 Hz
high refresh that a modest GPU can actually reach
Response Time
2 ms (GtG) / 1 ms (MPRT)
quick enough for competitive play
Brightness
350 cd/m2
adequate indoors
Contrast
1000:1
standard IPS; blacks lift in a dark room
Colour Gamut
99% sRGB, 8-bit
standard content only
HDR
HDR10, uncertified
accepts the signal, no real effect
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate165 Hzeasy to actually achieve at 1080p
Response Time1 ms (MPRT)with AMA motion acceleration
VRR / Adaptive SyncAMD FreeSync Premiumtear-free across 48-165 Hz
GPU Requirementmodest - 1080p at 165 fps is within reach of entry-level cards
HDR & Brightness Reality
There is no DisplayHDR tier here and no peak brightness figure published beyond the 350 cd/m2 typical, which settles the question. HDR10 support means the monitor will accept an HDR signal rather than reject it; with 1000:1 contrast and no dimming, what you see will be a tone-mapped, flatter version of the SDR image. This is a 165 Hz budget esports panel and it is honest about being one - the comfort features and the refresh rate are where the money went.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI2 x HDMI 2.0plenty for a 1080p panel
DisplayPort1 x DisplayPortthe connection for the full 165 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 x 2.5 W speakers (5 W total)
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint23.8-inch 16:9, 540 mm widethe smallest panel in this batch
StandIncluded, removable5.9 kg with the stand, 3.7 kg without
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmtrivial to mount at this weight
Tilt-5 to +15 degreesa narrow range
Height Adjust100 mmmodest travel
Swivel / PivotSwivel +/-15 degrees, no pivotlimited turn, landscape only
Real-World Use Cases
165 Hz at 1080p that entry-level GPUs can drive
540 mm wide, and the whole screen fits your field of view
B.I.+ ambient brightness with flicker-free certification
light enough to mount beside a larger main screen
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 165 Hz with a 1 ms MPRT response and FreeSync Premium
- 1080p is easy for entry-level GPUs to drive at high frame rates
- Brightness Intelligence Plus and flicker-free certification
- Very light at 3.7 kg without the stand
- Low 20 W average consumption
Cons
- 92 PPI coarse next to any 1440p or 4K panel
- 8-bit colour with 16.7 million colours only
- HDR10 with no certification or brightness headroom
- 1000:1 contrast and no USB-C
Score & Ratings
6.4/10
Good
Model Information
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | MOBIUZ |
| Model | EX240 |
| Model Alias | MOBIUZ EX240 |
| Full Product Name | BenQ MOBIUZ EX240 |
| Model Year | 2022 |
| Available Colors | Black |
Display & Panel
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 23.8-inch |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Display Area | 83.89 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | IPS (LG Display) |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 | |
| Pixel Density | 92 PPI | 92 PPI - noticeably less sharp than a 1440p or 4K panel. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.275 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 - 165 Hz |
Ports & Connectivity
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 2× 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 | 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 | 5.9 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.7 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 20W |
| Average Power Consumption | 20W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 65W |
| 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 still acceptable in 2026? +
For competitive gaming on a small screen, it is defensible - frames are easier to hit and the whole panel sits in your vision. For anything else, 92 PPI looks coarse; text and detail are visibly softer than 1440p.
02 Why choose 23.8 inches over 27? +
Field of view. On a 24-inch screen you can see the whole frame without moving your eyes, which is why it remains the esports standard. On 27 inches at 1080p, you would also be spreading the same pixels over more area.
03 What does Brightness Intelligence Plus do? +
A sensor reads ambient light and the content on screen, then adjusts brightness and colour temperature. It is aimed at reducing eye strain over long sessions rather than improving image quality.
04 Are 8-bit colours a problem for gaming? +
Mostly you will not notice, though gradients like skies can band slightly. It matters far more for photo or video editing, which this panel is not built for.
05 Are the 2.5 W speakers worth anything? +
Modest - 2 x 2.5 W, 5 W total. Better than nothing for calls and YouTube, but the larger MOBIUZ models with treVolo 2.1 systems are in a different league.
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