24.1″ BenQ RD240Q – Specs & Features
Benq ● Monitor ●
At a glance
The BenQ RD240Q is a 24.1-inch WQHD Monitor designed for gaming and multimedia. It features a IPS panel for accurate colours and wide viewing angles. The Monitor is suitable for gaming and creative work and includes 60 Hz (hertz) refresh rate and USB-C connectivity. However, it may not be ideal for blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to VA or OLED panels. It scores Great — 7.6/10 across our display performance benchmarks.
- IPS panel delivers consistent colour accuracy across a 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle.
Model Year
2024
Size Class
24"
Panel Type
IPS
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.
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Display Performance
Overall Score
Combined display quality score
76
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Refresh Rate
Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
25
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Response Time
Lower is better — 1ms GtG excellent
40
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Colour Coverage
% of DCI-P3 colour gamut — 90%+ for professional work
95
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Brightness
Panel brightness in nits — 1000+ for strong HDR
30
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The BenQ RD240Q achieves an overall display score of 7.6/10. With a 60Hz refresh rate and 5ms response time, it delivers smooth visuals for everyday use. Colour coverage reaches 95% DCI-P3, making it suitable for professional colour work. Typical brightness of 300 nits is adequate for indoor use.
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Who Should Buy the Benq RD240Q
Perfect For
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Photo Editors & Colour Graders 95% P3
Screen colours match print and web export
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Home Office & Remote Workers Work
Reliable all-day viewing for desk work
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Students & Everyday Users All-Round
One screen handles classes, calls, and streaming
Not Ideal For
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Competitive Gamers 60Hz
60Hz cannot compete with 144Hz+ panels — fast motion blurs visibly in FPS games.
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HDR Enthusiasts No HDR
No certified HDR. Streaming HDR-flagged content will be downgraded to SDR automatically.
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Dark-Room Cinema Fans IPS Panel
IPS produces a subtle grey glow in completely dark rooms. VA or OLED produces genuinely black dark scenes.
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Quick Advice: Buy this for
professional colour-critical creative work.
QHD and wide gamut at 60Hz makes this strong for Lightroom, DaVinci Resolve and similar workflows. If gaming refresh rate is also a requirement, confirm the VRR range first.
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Real-World Use Cases
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What you grade is what the client receives
95% DCI-P3 keeps profiles consistent from Lightroom to print export.
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Colour accurate at every angle, all day
IPS stays consistent at 178° — shared-screen reviews and standing desks included.
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Smooth playback for YouTube and Netflix
Adequate refresh rate and colour output for all major streaming platforms at full quality.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Benq RD240Q specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- IPS panel consistent 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, uniform color reproduction
- HDR support (HDR10) expanded brightness range for more realistic, dynamic imagery
- Full HD at 125 PPI clear, clean image for everyday computing and gaming
- 95% DCI-P3 near-complete wide-gamut coverage for professional design and photography work
- Full ergonomic stand (height, pivot, swivel, tilt) adaptable positioning for comfortable long work sessions
Cons
- IPS contrast (1000 : 1) blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to VA or OLED panels
- No Thunderbolt 4 USB-C available but limited to lower bandwidth without 40 Gbps capability
- No built-in Ethernet monitor lacks wired network hub; separate dongle or switch required
- IPS glow in dark corners common panel characteristic visible during dark scenes on black backgrounds
- BenQ OSD navigation can be complex to configure initially custom profiles take time to set up
We identified 5 advantages and 5 limitations for the Benq RD240Q. The trade-offs are worth evaluating against your specific needs before purchasing. All 10 points are derived from verified specifications and independently confirmed benchmark data.
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Score & Ratings
7.6/10
Great
The Benq RD240Q earns a strong overall score of 7.6/10. Our editors evaluate each Monitor across display quality, colour accuracy, motion performance, and connectivity.
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Basic Information
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brand | BenQ | |
| Model | RD240Q | |
| Series | RD | |
| Model Alias | - | |
| Model Year | 2024 |
✓ Good 2024 — recent model. Most modern features included.
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Display
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Size Class | 24.1-inch |
△ Average 24" — standard monitor. Efficient for focused work; compact desk footprint.
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| Panel Type | IPS |
✓ Good IPS — consistent colour accuracy across 178° viewing angle. No colour shift when viewed from the side.
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| Curvature | -- | |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1600 |
✓ Good QHD (2560×1440) — noticeably sharper than 1080p on 27"+ screens. Sweet spot for productivity and gaming.
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| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
✓ Good 16:10 — slightly taller than 16:9. More vertical room for documents, code and spreadsheets.
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| Pixel Density | 125 PPI |
△ Average 125 PPI — adequate sharpness for monitor use. Comfortable for text and media at 50–80cm.
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| Pixel Pitch | 0.203 mm (millimeters) |
✓ Good 0.203 mm (millimeters) pitch — fine. Comfortable sharpness at desk viewing distances.
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| Display Area | 88.52 % (percent) |
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Color & HDR
5
| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Color Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes) |
✓ Good 10-bit — 1.07 billion colours. Eliminates colour banding in HDR skies, skin tones and gradients.
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| Colors | 1073741824 colors |
✓ Good 1.07 billion colours (10-bit) — smooth HDR gradients; no visible banding in any content.
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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 | 95% |
✓ Good 95% DCI-P3 — excellent for professional work. Reliable for photo editing and video colour grading.
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| HDR Support | HDR10 |
△ Average HDR10 — universal HDR baseline. Supported by all streaming services, games, and HDR discs.
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Brightness & Contrast
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Brightness (Typical) | 300 cd/m² |
△ Average 300 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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Performance
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz (hertz) |
⚠ Limited 60Hz — standard baseline. Fine for streaming and productivity; no motion clarity advantage in games.
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| Response Time | 5 ms (GtG) |
△ Average 5 ms (GtG) GtG — acceptable for office and casual gaming. Some blur visible in very fast scenes.
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| Adaptive Sync | - |
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Display Technologies
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: - Backlight: W-LED Viewing Angles: 178° / 178° (H / V) MPRT Response: - Dynamic Contrast: - Input Lag: - Screen Coating: Anti-glare/Matte (3H) |
Anti-glare matte coating. 178° wide viewing angles.
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Camera
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Camera | No |
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
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Audio
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Audio | 2 x 2 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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Connectivity & Ports
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen1; 5 Gbps; upstream; 90W; MST) 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen1; 5 Gbps; downstream; 15W) 3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream; 4.5W) 1 x HDMI 2.0 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) |
✓ Good USB-C (single-cable display + data, charging if PD supported). HDMI 2.0 — 4K@60Hz max bandwidth. DisplayPort 1.4 — full bandwidth for high-refresh PC gaming.
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| Wireless | - |
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Ergonomics
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| 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 | 110 mm |
✓ Good 110 mm height range — excellent ergonomics. Adapts to any chair height or desk setup.
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| Pivot | ±0° | |
| Swivel | ±15° |
✓ Good Swivel — rotates left and right without moving the base. Easy screen sharing or multi-person viewing.
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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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Gaming Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Gaming Features | AMA (Advanced Motion Accelerator) |
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Smart & Software Features
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Operating System | - |
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
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| Smart Features | Auto Pivot Brightness Intelligence Gen 2 (B.I. Gen 2) Coding HotKey Coding Mode Color Weakness Mode Daisy Chaining Dualview Plus ePaper Eye-Care Eye Reminder Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light Plus Night Hours Protection Roximity Sensor / Light Sensor |
✓ Good Auto Pivot
Brightness Intelligence Gen 2 (B.I. Gen 2)
Coding HotKey
Coding Mode
Color Weakness Mode
Daisy Chaining
Dualview Plus
ePaper
Eye-Care
Eye Reminder
Flicker-free technology
Low Blue Light Plus
Night Hours Protection
Roximity Sensor / Light Sensor — software features including OSD controls and display calibration tools.
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Power Consumption
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| 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 | 20W |
✓ Good 20W — very energy efficient. Low electricity cost even for all-day use.
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| Maximum Consumption | 178W | |
| Standby | 0.5W |
✓ Good 0.5W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
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Certificates
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Certificates | Energy Star 8.0 EPEAT Bronze EyeSafe Certified 2.0 Eye Comfort 2.0 TCO Certified 9.0 TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Hardware Solution) |
✓ Good ENERGY STAR — US energy efficiency standard. EPEAT — sustainable electronics certification. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards. TCO Certified — sustainable IT product standard. Eyesafe — certified blue-light reduction.
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Design, Build & Dimensions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Without Stand Width | 533.6 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Height | 355.6 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Depth | 71.3 mm |
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
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| Without Stand Weight | 5 kg |
△ Average 5 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
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| With Stand Width | 533.6 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Height | 412.1 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Depth | 228.6 mm |
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
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| With Stand Weight | 7.6 kg |
△ Average 7.6 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
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| Color | Black |
Available colour finish for this unit.
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Operating Conditions
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| Specification | Value | 💡 What It Means |
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| Temperature | 5°C – 35°C |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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| Humidity | 10% – 80% |
Operating environment range. Keep within these limits for reliable long-term performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
01 What type of panel does the Benq RD240Q use? ›
It features an IPS panel, which delivers wide 178° viewing angles and consistent colour accuracy. Colours stay accurate whether you're sitting centred or off to the side.
02 How smooth is the Benq RD240Q for everyday use? ›
The 60Hz refresh rate makes scrolling, animations, and cursor movement visibly smoother than a 60Hz screen. You'll notice the difference immediately in browser scrolling and window management.
03 Is the Benq RD240Q suitable for photo or video editing? ›
✓ Yes — 95% DCI-P3 coverage means the colours you grade in Lightroom or DaVinci Resolve stay consistent when exported to screen and print. Suitable for professional colour work without a dedicated calibration monitor.
04 Who is the Benq RD240Q best for? ›
It is best suited for content creators. It is less ideal for hardcore gaming — there are better-spec'd options for those needs. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
05 Does the IPS panel cause issues in dark rooms? ›
IPS panels produce a slight glow in very dark rooms when displaying black content — this is normal for the technology. It is most noticeable in pitch-black rooms. For dark-room cinematic use, a VA or OLED panel would produce deeper blacks. For everyday and office use it is not an issue.
06 Is the Benq RD240Q worth buying in 2026? ›
Benq RD240Q remains a competitive option in 2026. At 60Hz it suits productivity and general use rather than fast-paced gaming. Wide colour gamut coverage remains relevant for photo, video, and content creation workflows. Before purchasing, compare the current street price against newer models at the same price point to confirm it offers the best value for your use case.
Questions are generated from Benq RD240Q specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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