RATED
Great
8.4/10
38″ BenQ EX381U – Specs & Features
Aimed at gamers, the BenQ EX381U is a 38-inch IPS display with a 3840 × 2160 panel that refreshes at up to 144 Hz.
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Display
38-inch, IPS, 3840 x 2160
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Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 144 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
350 cd/m² (peak 600 cd/m²)
350 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
Aimed at gamers, the BenQ EX381U is a 38-inch IPS display with a 3840 × 2160 panel that refreshes at up to 144 Hz. It offers 116 ppi pixel density, 350 nits typical brightness (600 nits peak), 1000:1 static contrast and 98% DCI-P3 coverage. Variable refresh covers 48–144 Hz, quotes 5 ms response and supports FreeSync Premium Pro. Inputs include 2× HDMI 2.1, 1× DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C 90 W and 3× USB-A. The stand offers 100 mm of height adjustment and swivel. There are no speakers, and it weighs 11.3 kg with the stand. It suits players who want smooth motion for fast games. The main trade-off: 5 ms response is slower than gaming-grade panels.
- 38-inch IPS, 3840 × 2160 at 116 ppi
- 48–144 Hz, 5 ms response, FreeSync Premium Pro
- 350 nits (600 peak), 1000:1 contrast, 98% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 600
- 2× HDMI 2.1, 1× DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C 90 W, 3× USB-A
- 100 mm height, swivel, no speakers, 11.3 kg
Pros & Cons
Pros
- USB-C with 90 W power delivery charges a laptop over a single cable
- 144 Hz refresh keeps fast games smooth
- Built-in KVM switch shares one keyboard and mouse between two computers
- 98% DCI-P3 coverage suits colour-sensitive work
- 4K UHD at 116 ppi gives crisp text and detail
Cons
- 5 ms response is slower than gaming-grade panels
- Heavy at 11.3 kg, so it needs a sturdy desk or arm
- No built-in speakers, so headphones or external audio are needed
- 1000:1 contrast makes blacks look grey in dark rooms
Score & Ratings
8.4/10
Great
Model Information
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| 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
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| 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
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 × 2160 |
| Pixel Density | 116 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.219 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
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| 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 |
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| HDR10 | Yes |
| Dynamic Tone Mapping | Yes |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 98% |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
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Spans well beyond central vision — ideal for multitasking, edges will need head turns.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
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| 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 |
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| AMD FreeSync | Premium Pro |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Supported |
| Console Mode | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| 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 |
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| 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
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| 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
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| 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 |
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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 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 1140 mm x 600 mm x 188 mm (W x H x D) |
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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₹4.32
Monthly₹130
Annually₹1,577
Draws more power than 53% of the 701 comparable displays we track.