
23.8″ BenQ GW2485TC – Specs & Features
The BenQ GW2485TC is a straightforward 23.8-inch IPS monitor with a 1920 × 1080 screen.
Overview
The BenQ GW2485TC is a straightforward 23.8-inch IPS monitor with a 1920 × 1080 screen. It offers Full HD resolution, 92 ppi pixel density, 250 nits typical brightness and 1000:1 static contrast. The panel refreshes at 75 Hz and quotes 5 ms response. Inputs include 1× HDMI 1.4, 1× DisplayPort 1.2 and USB-C 60 W. The stand offers 130 mm of height adjustment and swivel. 2 × 2 W speakers are built in, and it weighs 6.2 kg with the stand. It suits everyday office, study and home use. The main trade-off: 75 Hz limits smoothness in fast action.
- 23.8-inch IPS, 1920 × 1080 at 92 ppi
- 75 Hz, 5 ms response
- 250 nits, 1000:1 contrast
- 1× HDMI 1.4, 1× DisplayPort 1.2, USB-C 60 W
- 130 mm height, swivel, 2 × 2 W speakers, 6.2 kg
Pros & Cons
- Stand adjusts for 130 mm height and swivel
- USB-C with 60 W can top up a thin-and-light laptop
- Built-in 2 × 2 W speakers cover everyday audio
- HDMI and DisplayPort inputs cover a PC plus a second source
- IPS panel keeps colour consistent from wide angles
- 75 Hz limits smoothness in fast action
- Full HD on 23.8 inches (92 ppi) is less sharp than QHD or 4K panels
- 250 nits typical brightness is modest for sunlit rooms
- 1000:1 contrast makes blacks look grey in dark rooms
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | GW |
| Model | GW2485TC |
| Model Alias | GW2485TE |
| Full Product Name | BenQ GW2485TC |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| 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 2021 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years (36 months) |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 23.8-inch |
| Exact Diagonal | 604.698 mm / 60.4698 cm / 23.807 in / 1.9839 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 |
| Display Area | 84.65 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Panel Technology | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) |
23.8" Display Size (60.5 cm) 16:9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel Density | 92 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.311 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors |
| Typical Brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 20000000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| NTSC Coverage | 72 % |
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 75 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 75 Hz (hertz) |
| Minimum Response Time | 5 ms / 0.0050 s |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.2 |
| DisplayPort Output | 1× DisplayPort 1.2 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.2 |
| USB-C Video Input | 1× USB-C |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 60 W |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 2 W / Built-in noise cancelling microphone |
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 130 mm |
| Height Range | 130 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 130 mm / 13 cm / 5.1181 in / 0.4265 ft |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 45 ° |
| Right Swivel | 45 ° |
| Left Pivot | 0 ° |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° |
| Portrait Mode | Yes |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 540 mm x 371.4 mm x 184.9 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 540 mm x 341.8 mm x 60 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.2 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 3.8 kg |
| Stand Depth | 185 mm / 18.5 cm / 7.2835 in / 0.607 ft |
Power & Operating Conditions 6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 110W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Reader Mode | Yes |
| Auto Brightness | Yes |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Energy Star 8.0 |
| EPEAT | EPEAT Bronze |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified 8.0 |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable (optional) |
| USB-C Cable | USB Type-C cable (optional) |
Packaging Information 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 8 kg / 17.64 lbs |
Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Draws less power than 65% of the 701 comparable displays we track.
