
28″ BenQ EW2880U – Specs & Features
The BenQ EW2880U is a 28-inch IPS monitor at 3840 × 2160, aimed at people who read, edit and multitask all day.
Overview
The BenQ EW2880U is a 28-inch IPS monitor at 3840 × 2160, aimed at people who read, edit and multitask all day. It offers 4K UHD resolution, 157 ppi pixel density, 300 nits typical brightness, 1000:1 static contrast and 90% DCI-P3 coverage. The panel refreshes at 60 Hz, quotes 5 ms response and supports FreeSync. Inputs include 2× HDMI 2.0, 1× DisplayPort 1.4 and USB-C 60 W. The stand offers 100 mm of height adjustment and swivel. 2 × 3 W speakers are built in, and it weighs 7.9 kg with the stand. It suits people who value sharp text and detailed images. The main trade-off: capped at 60 Hz, so fast games will not feel as smooth.
- 28-inch IPS, 3840 × 2160 at 157 ppi
- 60 Hz, 5 ms response, FreeSync
- 300 nits, 1000:1 contrast, 90% DCI-P3, HDR10 input
- 2× HDMI 2.0, 1× DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C 60 W
- 100 mm height, swivel, 2 × 3 W speakers, 7.9 kg
Pros & Cons
- 157 ppi keeps text and images very sharp
- Stand adjusts for 100 mm height and swivel
- USB-C with 60 W can top up a thin-and-light laptop
- FreeSync support reduces tearing
- Built-in 2 × 3 W speakers cover everyday audio
- Capped at 60 Hz, so fast games will not feel as smooth
- 1000:1 contrast makes blacks look grey in dark rooms
- No pivot, so no portrait mode for long documents
- 300 nits is adequate indoors but dim in very bright rooms
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | MOBIUZ |
| Model | EW2880U |
| Full Product Name | BenQ EW2880U |
| 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 | 28-inch |
| Exact Diagonal | 709 mm / 70.9 cm / 27.9134 in / 2.3261 ft |
| Screen Format | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 620.928 mm / 62.0928 cm / 24.446 in / 2.0372 ft |
| Active Display Height | 341.28 mm / 34.128 cm / 13.4362 in / 1.1197 ft |
| Display Area | 85.3 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Panel Technology | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
27.9" Display Size (70.9 cm) 16:9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 × 2160 |
| Pixel Density | 157 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.162 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors |
| Typical Brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support |
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| HDR10 | Yes |
| Dynamic Tone Mapping | Yes |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 90% |
Fills more of your view — great for productivity, may need slight head turns toward the edges.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 60 Hz (hertz) |
| Minimum Response Time | 5 ms / 0.0050 s |
| AMD FreeSync | Supported |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1× DisplayPort 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Version | DisplayPort 1.4 |
| 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 3 W / TrueSound by treVolo |
| Built-In Camera | No |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| VESA Size | 100 × 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | 100 mm |
| Height Range | 100 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | 100 mm / 10 cm / 3.937 in / 0.3281 ft |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 15 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 15 ° |
| Right Swivel | 15 ° |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 637 mm x 421 mm x 277 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 637 mm x 390 mm x 81 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 7.9 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 5.29 kg |
Power & Operating Conditions 9
| 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 |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 130W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5W |
| Off Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Eye Comfort Mode | Yes |
| Reader Mode | Yes |
| Auto Brightness | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
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.
