Display
24.1-inch, IPS, 2560 x 1600
24.1
Refresh Rate
60 Hz (hertz)
60 Hz
Brightness
300 cd/m²
300 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
The BenQ RD240Q is a 24.1-inch 16:10 monitor built for programmers, and the aspect ratio is the whole argument: 2560 x 1600 gives you 160 more rows of pixels than a 1440p panel, which is roughly ten extra lines of code. At 125 PPI it is denser than most 24-inch screens, and it covers 95% DCI-P3 with 10-bit colour. The practical draw is a 90 W USB-C port with MST support, so it docks a laptop and can daisy-chain a second display. It runs 60 Hz at 5 ms with 1000:1 contrast and only HDR10 - all fine for text. Buy it as a compact coding screen that docks cleanly; skip it if you want one monitor for code and games.
BrandBenQPanel TypeIPSResolution2560 x 1600Refresh Rate60 Hz
Key Highlights
- 16:10 at 2560 x 1600 - 160 more rows than a 1440p panel
- 125 PPI at 24.1 inches - denser than most screens this size
- 90 W USB-C with MST for daisy-chaining a second display
- 95% DCI-P3 with 10-bit colour
- Part of BenQ's RD line, built around reading code
Who Should Buy the Benq RD240Q
+ Best For
Programmers
16:10 shows more lines than 16:9
Laptop desks
90 W USB-C with MST daisy-chaining
Compact setups
534 mm wide with a dense 125 PPI panel
Dual-screen coding
MST chains a second display from one cable
× Not Ideal For
Gaming
60 Hz with a 5 ms response
Video watching
16:10 letterboxes 16:9 content
Portrait use
the sheet records pivot as +/-0 degrees
HDR
HDR10 with no certification behind it
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
standard; this is a text-first panel
Response Time
5 ms (GtG)
fine for code, slow for motion
Brightness
300 cd/m2
adequate indoors
Contrast
1000:1
standard IPS
Colour Gamut
95% DCI-P3, 10-bit
strong for a coding panel
HDR
HDR10, uncertified
accepts the signal, no benefit
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate60 Hzno high-refresh support
Response Time5 ms (GtG)visible blur in fast motion
VRR / Adaptive SyncNot listedno variable refresh
GPU Requirementnot a gaming panel - buy it for code
HDR & Brightness Reality
HDR10 with no DisplayHDR tier on a 300 cd/m2, 1000:1 panel - there is nothing here, and nothing needs to be. The RD line exists to make text readable for eight hours, which is why BenQ put the money into a 16:10 panel at 125 PPI, 10-bit colour and a 90 W USB-C dock with MST. Those are the specifications a developer uses every day. HDR is not one of them.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMIHDMI inputfor a second machine
DisplayPortDisplayPort inputalongside USB-C DP Alt Mode
USB-C1 x USB-C upstream, 90 W, MSTone cable, plus daisy-chaining
USB HubUSB-C and USB-A downstreamkeyboard, mouse and drives
Audio Out3.5 mmplus 2 x 2 W speakers (4 W) - calls only
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint24.1-inch 16:10, 534 mm wide7.6 kg with the stand
StandIncluded, removable5 kg panel alone
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmstandard arm fit
Tilt-5 to +20 degreesa comfortable range
Height Adjust110 mmreasonable travel
Swivel / PivotSwivel +/-15 degrees, no pivotthe sheet records +/-0 degrees
Real-World Use Cases
16:10 at 2560 x 1600 fits more lines than 1440p
90 W USB-C with a USB hub
MST daisy-chains a second display
534 mm wide at 125 PPI
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 16:10 at 2560 x 1600 more code lines than 1440p
- 125 PPI denser than most 24-inch panels
- 90 W USB-C with MST daisy-chaining
- 95% DCI-P3 with 10-bit colour
- Compact at 534 mm wide
Cons
- 60 Hz with a 5 ms response
- No pivot, which a coding monitor should have
- 1000:1 contrast and uncertified HDR10
- 16:10 letterboxes 16:9 video
Score & Ratings
7.2/10
Great
Model Information
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | RD |
| Model | RD240Q |
| Full Product Name | BenQ RD240Q |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Available Colors | Black |
Display & Panel
5
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 24.1-inch | |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 - 160 more rows of pixels than a 1440p panel; roughly ten extra lines of code. |
| Display Area | 88.52 % (percent) | |
| Panel Type | IPS | |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 2560 × 1600 | |
| Pixel Density | 125 PPI | 125 PPI - denser than most 24-inch screens. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.203 mm (millimeters) |
Picture Quality & Color
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors |
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Refresh Rate Range | 60 Hz (hertz) |
Ports & Connectivity
6
| 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 |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 × 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 110 mm |
| Height Range | 110 mm |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight With Stand | 7.6 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 5 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 | 178W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5W |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Energy Star 8.0 |
| EPEAT | EPEAT Bronze |
| TCO Certified | TCO Certified 9.0 |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Hardware Solution) |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 How many more lines does 16:10 actually show? +
At 2560 x 1600 against 2560 x 1440, you get 160 extra rows of pixels - roughly ten more lines of code at a typical font size. Over a full day of scrolling, that adds up more than the number suggests.
02 What does MST on the USB-C port do? +
Multi-Stream Transport lets you daisy-chain a second monitor from this one, so a laptop drives two screens over a single USB-C cable while charging at 90 W. It is a genuinely useful feature on a small desk.
03 How does it compare with the RD280U? +
Size and shape. The RD280U is 28.2 inches at 3:2 (3840 x 2560) - taller still and much sharper at 163 PPI. This is 24.1 inches at 16:10 and 125 PPI - cheaper and more compact.
04 Can a coding monitor like this rotate upright? +
No. The sheet records pivot as +/-0 degrees, the same notation used on other BenQ panels to mean no rotation. For a coding monitor that is a real omission, since portrait suits long files.
05 Is 10-bit useful on a coding monitor? +
Not for code itself, but it means smoother gradients if you also do design or photo work. Combined with 95% DCI-P3, it makes this more versatile than a pure text panel.
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