
RATED
Great
8.4/10
38″ BenQ EX381U – Specs & Features
At 38 inches, the 38" BenQ EX381U is a large 4K IPS gaming monitor with 144 Hz refresh and DisplayHDR 600.
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Display
38-inch, IPS, 3840 x 2160
38
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 144 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
350 cd/m² (peak 600 cd/m²)
350 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 3840 x 2160 resolution on the 38-inch panel matches the monitor's stated role.
- 48 Hz 144 Hz refresh and 5 ms GtG / 1 ms MPRT response figures support the published motion use.
- 350 cd/m² typical brightness provides the stated full-screen baseline.
- 98% published colour coverage supports the intended office, gaming or media role.
- 100 mm height adjustment improves desk ergonomics.
Cons
- The 1 ms MPRT result depends on strobing, while the ordinary GtG figure is 5 ms
- IPS contrast is only 1000:1, the stand does not pivot and the large panel demands substantial desk depth and GPU power
- USB-C capability is limited to the published specification: 1 x USB (Type-C; Gen 1; upstream; data only) / 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; upstream; 90W; DP Alt Mode) / 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; downstream; 7.5W).
- HDR capability remains bounded by 350 cd/m² typical brightness and 1000 : 1 contrast.
Score & Ratings
8.4/10
Great
Model Information
15
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | BenQ |
| Series | MOBIUZ |
| Model | EX381U |
| Model Alias | MOBIUZ EX381U |
| Full Product Name | BenQ EX381U |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Monitor Category | Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Mainstream Immersive Gaming |
| Primary Use | Immersive & Everyday Gaming |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | Model year 2024 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years (36 months) |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
Display & Panel
12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 38-inch |
| Exact Diagonal | 964.783 mm / 96.4783 cm / 37.9836 in / 3.1653 ft |
| Screen Format | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 840.96 mm / 84.096 cm / 33.1087 in / 2.7591 ft |
| Active Display Height | 473.04 mm / 47.304 cm / 18.6236 in / 1.552 ft |
| Display Area | 91.04 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | IPS (Innolux) |
| Panel Technology | IPS |
| Panel Manufacturer | Innolux |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
38" Display Size (96.5 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 × 2160 |
| Pixel Density | 116 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.219 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors |
| Typical Brightness | 350 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 600 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 |
| HDR10 | Yes |
| Dynamic Tone Mapping | Yes |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 98% |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
CompactIdeal FitWideUltra-Wide
Spans well beyond central vision — ideal for multitasking, edges will need head turns.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 144 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 5 ms / 0.0050 s |
| MPRT Response Time | 1 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync | AMD FreeSync Premium ProVESA AdaptiveSync |
| AMD FreeSync | Premium Pro |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Supported |
| Console Mode | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 2× HDMI 2.1 |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 30 kHz - 350 kHz |
| 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 | 90W |
| USB-A Ports | 3 |
| KVM Switch | 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
15
| 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 | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 15 ° |
| Right Swivel | 15 ° |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions Without Stand | 861 mm x 507.5 mm x 99.9 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 11.3 kg |
| Weight Without Stand | 8.8 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 |
| Electric Current | 4 A |
| Typical Power Consumption | 50W |
| Average Power Consumption | 50W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Eye Comfort Mode | Yes |
| Auto Brightness | Yes |
| Uniformity Mode | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | Adaptive Contrast Adjustment, Adaptive-Sync technology, AI-Enhanced Auto Adjustment, AI Shadow Phage, AMA, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Brightness Intelligence Plus Gen2 (B.I.+ Gen2), Color Shuttle, Color Vibrance, Color Weakness, Console Mode, Eye-Care Technology, Fast IPS, Flicker-free technology, Gamer-Experienced Color, Game's Color Alignment, HDRi, KVM Switch, Light Tuner, Low Blue Light, Motion Blur Reduction, PixSoul Engine, Uniformity Technology; Anti-theft stand lock slot - Kensington |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| EPEAT | EPEAT |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Software Solution) |
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 600 |
Packaging Information
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 1140 mm x 600 mm x 188 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 1140 mm / 114 cm / 44.8819 in / 3.7402 ft |
| Package Height | 600 mm / 60 cm / 23.622 in / 1.9685 ft |
| Package Depth | 188 mm / 18.8 cm / 7.4016 in / 0.6168 ft |
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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—
Monthly—
Annually—
Uses about 54% less power than the average we track in this category.
Reviews
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