RATED
Great
7.2/10
24.5″ BenQ ZOWIE XL2540K – Specs & Features
Wanting a plain, fast screen for shooters is what the BenQ ZOWIE XL2540K delivers.
Benq●Monitor
Display
24.5-inch, TN, 1920 x 1080
24.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 240 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
320 cd/m²
320 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1 / Dynamic 12000000 : 1
1000
Overview
Wanting a plain, fast screen for shooters is what the BenQ ZOWIE XL2540K delivers. A 24.5-inch TN panel runs 1920 × 1080 at 240 Hz, with 320 nits and a 1000:1 contrast ratio, and the stand lifts a generous 155 mm. Three HDMI 2.0 ports and one DisplayPort 1.2 mean a PC and two consoles can stay plugged in at once. At 6.1 kg, it holds firmly to the desk, and the panel stays free of unnecessary features for players who just want speed.
- 24.5-inch TN panel, 1920 × 1080 pixels
- 240 Hz refresh, 320 nits brightness
- Static contrast ratio rated at 1000:1
- HDMI 2.0 ×3, DisplayPort 1.2 inputs
- 155 mm height, 6.1 kg weight
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Fluid 240 Hz suits fast shooters
- Three HDMI ports end cable swapping
- Tall 155 mm stand reaches eye level
- Plain feature set keeps menus simple
- Firm 6.1 kg base resists desk bumps
Cons
- TN viewing angles fade colours quickly
- Peripherals get no USB hub whatsoever
- DisplayPort 1.2 is the sole PC connection
- Pixel grid shows when seated close
Score & Ratings
7.2/10
Great
Model Information
15
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | ZOWIE |
| Model | ZOWIE XL2540K |
| Model Alias | XL2540K |
| Full Product Name | BenQ ZOWIE XL2540K |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Monitor Category | Esports Monitor |
| Market Position | Competitive Esports |
| Primary Use | Competitive Esports & Professional FPS Gaming |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | Model year 2020 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years (36 months) |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
Display & Panel
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 24.5-inch |
| Exact Diagonal | 622.3 mm / 62.23 cm / 24.5 in / 2.0417 ft |
| Screen Format | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 543.744 mm / 54.3744 cm / 21.4072 in / 1.7839 ft |
| Active Display Height | 302.616 mm / 30.2616 cm / 11.914 in / 0.9928 ft |
| Panel Type | TN |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
24.5" Display Size (62.2 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel Density | 89 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.28 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 | 320 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 12000000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 170 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 160 ° |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
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Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 240 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 240 Hz |
| AMD FreeSync | Supported |
| Black Equalizer | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.2 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.2 |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
17
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 155 mm |
| Height Range | 155 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 155 mm / 15.5 cm / 6.1024 in / 0.5085 ft |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 23 ° |
| 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 |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 571 mm x 443 mm x 200 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.1 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions 8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50/60Hz |
| Typical Power Consumption | 35W |
| Average Power Consumption | 35W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5W |
| Off Consumption | 0.5 W |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
|
Certifications, Standards & Licenses 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | ENERGY STAR |
Packaging Information 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 9 kg / 19.84 lbs |
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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₹4.80
Monthly₹144
Annually₹1,752
Draws more power than 100% of the 701 comparable displays we track.