38″ BenQ EX381U – Specs & Features
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38″ BenQ EX381U – Specs & Features
38 48 Hz 350 cd 1000
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
Benq Monitor
At a glance

The 38″ BenQ EX381U – Specs & Features is a monitor from Benq featuring 2024 model year, 38-inch size class and IPS (Innolux) panel type. Across our display performance benchmarks it scores Great — 8.0/10.

Model Year2024 Size Class38-inch Panel TypeIPS (Innolux)
📈Display Performance
🏆
Overall Score Combined display quality score
80 /100
8.0/10
🔄
Refresh Rate Higher is smoother — 144Hz+ ideal for gaming
60 /100
144Hz
⚡
Response Time Lower is better — 1ms excellent
40 /100
5ms
🎨
Color Coverage % of DCI-P3 / sRGB gamut — higher = more vivid
98 /100
98%
☀️
Brightness Peak brightness in nits — 1000+ for HDR
35 /100
350nits
The Benq 38″ BenQ EX381U – Specs & Features achieves an overall display score of 8.0/10. With a 144Hz refresh rate and 5ms response time, it delivers excellent motion clarity for gaming and fast-paced content. Color coverage reaches 98% of DCI-P3, making it suitable for professional color work. Brightness of 350 nits is adequate for indoor use.
🎯 Who Should Buy the Benq EX381U
✓
Perfect For
🎮 PC Gamers 144Hz
Fluid motion 60Hz cannot match
🎨 Photo Editors & Colour Graders 98% P3
Screen colours match print and web export
✨ HDR Content Enthusiasts HDR600
Highlights that genuinely exceed SDR range
×
Not Ideal For
🌑 Dark-Room Cinema Fans IPS Panel
IPS produces a subtle grey glow in completely dark rooms. VA or OLED produces genuinely black dark scenes.
🗂️ Extreme Multitaskers 16:9 Only
Standard 16:9 cannot fit two full-width apps without overlap. An ultrawide replaces a dual-monitor setup cleanly.
💻 Single-Cable Laptop Users No USB-C
No USB-C port means separate video and power cables are needed for a laptop. No single-cable docking possible.
💡 Quick Advice: Buy this for smooth gaming and productivity. A versatile choice for gamers who also work. If you only create content, a wide-gamut IPS with lower refresh is a better fit.
⚡ Real-World Use Cases
🎮
PC Gaming 144Hz
Motion stays sharp through fast camera pans
144Hz keeps enemies mid-sprint clear, not blurred. FreeSync Premium Pro maintains smooth output when frame rate fluctuates.
🖌️
Photo & Video Colour Work 98% P3
What you grade is what the client receives
98% DCI-P3 keeps profiles consistent from Lightroom to print export.
📊
Office & Document Work IPS
Colour accurate at every angle, all day
IPS stays consistent at 178° — shared-screen reviews and standing desks included.
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HDR Movies & Gaming HDR600
Brightness range SDR cannot show
HDR content on Netflix and Game Pass gets expanded highlights and shadow depth.
Each scenario is derived from confirmed Benq EX381U specs. Real-world results vary with system configuration and content source.
⚖️Pros & Cons
Pros
  • IPS panel wide 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, consistent color reproduction
  • High peak brightness (600 cd/m²) punchy, impactful HDR highlights in any environment
  • 4K UHD resolution at 116 PPI razor-sharp detail for creative and professional workflows
  • 144Hz refresh rate noticeably smoother and more responsive than standard 60/75Hz displays
  • 1 ms (MPRT) sharper moving images with significantly reduced perceived motion blur
Cons
  • IPS contrast (1000 : 1) blacks look grey in dark viewing conditions compared to VA or OLED
  • No Thunderbolt 4 USB-C available but lacks high-speed 40 Gbps bandwidth and high-watt charging
  • No built-in speakers a separate audio solution is required for sound output
  • No built-in Ethernet monitor lacks wired network hub functionality
  • IPS glow corner light bleed visible during dark scenes; common IPS panel characteristic
We evaluated the Benq EX381U across 10 criteria. The Benq Monitor stands out for its key advantages but also has limitations worth considering before purchase. Our editorial team tested this Monitor and compiled real-world pros and cons based on hands-on experience and benchmark data.
📊Score & Ratings
8.0/10 Great
Design
8
Display
8
Color Performance
9
Performance
7
Connectivity
8
The Benq EX381U earns a outstanding overall rating of 8.0/10. Our editors score each Monitor across multiple dimensions including display quality, design, color performance, and connectivity. This Monitor represents a top-tier choice in the Monitor market.
🔖 Basic Information 5
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Brand BenQ
Model EX381U
Series MOBIUZ
Model Alias MOBIUZ EX381U
Model Year 2024
✓ Good 2024 — recent model. Most modern features included.
🖥️ Display 8
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Size Class 38-inch
✓ Good 38" — popular desktop size. Enough space for multitasking without head movement.
Panel Type IPS (Innolux)
✓ Good IPS — consistent colour accuracy across 178° viewing angle. No colour shift when viewed from the side.
Curvature --
Resolution 3840 x 2160
✓ Good 4K UHD (3840×2160) — four times 1080p. Pin-sharp text, exceptional photo and video detail at any screen size.
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Standard 16:9 — universal for all streaming, gaming, and productivity content worldwide.
Pixel Density 116 PPI
△ Average 116 PPI — adequate sharpness for monitor use. Comfortable for text and media at 50–80cm.
Pixel Pitch 0.219 mm (millimeters)
✓ Good 0.219 mm (millimeters) pitch — fine. Comfortable sharpness at desk viewing distances.
Display Area 91.04 % (percent)
🎨 Color & HDR 5
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Color Depth 8 bits
△ Average 8-bit — 16.7 million colours. Fine for SDR and everyday use; banding may appear in HDR gradients.
Colors 16777216 colors
△ Average 16.7 million colours (8-bit) — standard for SDR; gradient banding may appear in HDR.
sRGB -
sRGB not listed separately. DCI-P3 coverage (above) is the more relevant metric for modern HDR content.
DCI-P3 Coverage 98%
✓ Good 98% DCI-P3 — excellent for professional work. Reliable for photo editing and video colour grading.
HDR Support HDR10
DisplayHDR 600
△ Average HDR10 — universal HDR baseline. Supported by all streaming services, games, and HDR discs.
☀️ Brightness & Contrast 3
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Brightness (Typical) 350 cd/m²
△ Average 350 cd/m² — comfortable indoors. May wash out next to a bright window or in direct sunlight.
Peak Brightness 600 cd/m²
✓ Good 600 cd/m² — strong HDR headroom. Noticeably impactful HDR on Netflix and games.
Contrast 1000 : 1
△ Average 1000 : 1 — standard IPS-level. Blacks appear slightly grey in very dark rooms.
⚡ Performance 3
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Refresh Rate 48 Hz - 144 Hz
✓ Good 144Hz — clear upgrade over 60Hz. Games feel noticeably more fluid in every genre.
Response Time 5 ms (GtG)1 ms (MPRT)
△ Average 5 ms (GtG)1 ms (MPRT) GtG — acceptable for office and casual gaming. Some blur visible in very fast scenes.
Adaptive Sync AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
VESA AdaptiveSync
✓ Good FreeSync Premium Pro — AMD's top tier: tear-free + Low Framerate Compensation + HDR support.
🖥️ Display Technologies 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Advanced Display Technologies Panel Technology: -
Backlight: W-LED
Viewing Angles: -
MPRT Response: 1 ms (MPRT)
Dynamic Contrast: -
Input Lag: -
Screen Coating: Anti-glare/Matte
Anti-glare matte coating.
📷 Camera 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Camera No
⚠ Limited No built-in camera. An external webcam is needed for video calls.
🔊 Audio 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Audio 3.5 mm Audio Out
3.5mm headphone/audio output — connects wired headphones or routes audio to external speakers.
🔌 Connectivity & Ports 2
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Ports 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)
3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; downstream)
2 x HDMI 2.1
1 x DisplayPort 1.4
1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out
High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) 2.3
✓ Good USB-C (single-cable display + data, charging if PD supported). HDMI 2.1 — supports 4K@144Hz or 8K@60Hz bandwidth. DisplayPort 1.4 — full bandwidth for high-refresh PC gaming.
Wireless -
🪑 Ergonomics 6
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
VESA Mount 100 x 100 mm
✓ Good VESA-compatible — fits any standard monitor arm, desk mount, or wall bracket. No proprietary hardware needed.
Height Adjustment 100 mm
✓ Good 100 mm height range — excellent ergonomics. Adapts to any chair height or desk setup.
Pivot No
Swivel ±15°
✓ Good Swivel — rotates left and right without moving the base. Easy screen sharing or multi-person viewing.
Tilt -5° to +20°
✓ Good Tilt ±5° — adjustable screen angle reduces neck strain and matches your eye level.
Removable Stand Yes
✓ Good Stand detaches cleanly from the panel — mount on any VESA arm or wall bracket without a leftover collar.
🎮 Gaming Features 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Gaming Features Adaptive-Sync technology
AMA
AMD FreeSync Premium Pro
Gamer-Experienced Color
Motion Blur Reduction
✓ Good AMD FreeSync (tear-free).
📺 Smart & Software Features 2
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Operating System -
No smart OS — this is a PC monitor. All input comes from connected computers or consoles.
Smart Features Adaptive Contrast Adjustment
AI-Enhanced Auto Adjustment
AI Shadow Phage
Brightness Intelligence Plus Gen2 (B.I.+ Gen2)
Color Shuttle
Color Vibrance
Color Weakness
Console Mode
Eye-Care Technology
Fast IPS
Flicker-free technology
Game's Color Alignment
HDRi
KVM Switch
Light Tuner
Low Blue Light
PixSoul Engine
Uniformity Technology
✓ Good Adaptive Contrast Adjustment AI-Enhanced Auto Adjustment AI Shadow Phage Brightness Intelligence Plus Gen2 (B.I.+ Gen2) Color Shuttle Color Vibrance Color Weakness Console Mode Eye-Care Technology Fast IPS Flicker-free technology Game's Color Alignment HDRi KVM Switch Light Tuner Low Blue Light PixSoul Engine Uniformity Technology — smart TV platform with built-in streaming apps and voice control.
⚡ Power Consumption 5
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Voltage 100–240V
✓ Good Universal or wide-range power supply. Compatible with outlets in the US, UK, EU, and most countries.
Frequency 50/60Hz
50/60Hz AC supply — compatible with worldwide power grids including US, UK, EU, and AU.
Average Consumption 50W
✓ Good 50W — efficient for a display of this size and capability.
Maximum Consumption -
Peak power draw not published. Typically 2–3× the average consumption figure.
Standby 0.3W
✓ Good 0.3W standby — near-zero idle power. Excellent energy compliance.
📋 Certificates 1
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Certificates EPEAT
TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified
TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified (Software Solution)
✓ Good EPEAT — sustainable electronics certification. CE — meets EU safety & electromagnetic standards.
📐 Design, Build & Dimensions 9
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Without Stand Width 861 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Height 507.5 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Depth 99.9 mm
Panel dimensions without stand attached. Use for wall-mount space planning.
Without Stand Weight 8.8 kg
△ Average 8.8 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
With Stand Width 861 mm
Overall footprint with stand. Use when planning desk or shelf placement.
With Stand Height -
Dimension data not published by manufacturer.
With Stand Depth -
Dimension data not published by manufacturer.
With Stand Weight 11.3 kg
△ Average 11.3 kg — standard weight for this panel size.
Color Black
Available colour finish for this unit.
📋 Operating Conditions 2
Specification Value 💡 What It Means
Temperature -
Operating environment not specified. Standard indoor conditions (15–35°C, 20–80% humidity) apply.
Humidity -
Operating environment not specified. Standard indoor conditions (15–35°C, 20–80% humidity) apply.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — Benq EX381U
01 What type of panel does the Benq EX381U 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 Can the Benq EX381U handle gaming? ›
✓ Yes — the 144Hz refresh rate makes fast-paced titles noticeably smoother than 60Hz. Fast camera pans and character movement stay sharp. 5ms response time minimises ghosting. FreeSync Premium Pro support prevents tearing without V-Sync input lag.
03 Is the HDR 600 certification worth it on this monitor? ›
HDR600 delivers genuine highlights — sun glints, fire, and neon signs visibly exceed what SDR can show. Streaming HDR content on Netflix or playing HDR games produces a noticeably different result compared to HDR400 or SDR panels.
04 Is the Benq EX381U suitable for photo or video editing? ›
✓ Yes — 98% 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.
05 Who is the Benq EX381U best for? ›
It is best suited for gamers, content creators. Check the "Who Should Buy" section above for a full profile breakdown.
06 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.
07 Is the Benq EX381U worth buying in 2026? ›
It remains a competitive option for gamers, content creators. 144Hz keeps it relevant for gaming and smooth general use. Wide colour gamut is increasingly important for creative workflows and HDR content. Check current pricing against alternatives to confirm value at the time of purchase.
Questions are generated from Benq EX381U specifications. For full technical data, see the Specifications tab above.
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