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BenQ · IPS · 32"

EW3290U

3840×2160 · 60 Hz · DisplayHDR 400, HDR10

Overall
80
Work
89
Play
68
Amazon
$593
$593
Available on Amazon Updated Aug 30, 2026 Prime FBA
Overall79.9
Work89.2
Play67.6
Refresh36.0
Response60.0
Color100.0
Quality / price26.9

Written analysis

EW3290U at a glance

The EW3290U is a 32" IPS monitor at 3840×2160 and 60 Hz. The listed aspect ratio is 1.778:1, 16:9. The backlight is listed as W-LED.

Best fit: productivity, document work, and color-sensitive desktop use where sharpness and office panel class matter.

Panel and image

Overall quality is 79.9, with 89.2 work and 67.6 play. Pixel density is listed at 137 PPI. Typical brightness is 350 nits with a peak of 400 nits. Contrast is listed as 1000:1. The coating is Anti-glare/Matte. The listed pixel count sits in the high-resolution class used by the work and overall scores.

Color and HDR

Recorded gamut coverage is 98% DCI-P3. Color depth is listed as 10-bit native. HDR is listed as DisplayHDR 400, HDR10. The work score is a solid everyday office result rather than a specialist color-critical display.

Motion and sync

Refresh is listed at 60 Hz. Response time is listed as 5.00 ms. Pair this resolution with the GPU table before assuming native high settings.

Ergonomics and connectivity

Stand and mount options are listed as Height · Pivot · Swivel · Tilt · VESA (100x100mm). Recorded inputs include 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; upstream; 65W; DP Alt Mode), 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream; 7.5W), 3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream; 7.5W), 3 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out. Speakers are listed as 2 x 2 W (watts).

Buying verdict

Overall quality is 79.9, a strong mainstream result for a primary desktop display.

At the recorded Amazon price, quality / price is 26.9. The nearby comparison below may reveal a better-equipped option at a similar price.

Work / price is 30.1 and play / price is 16.0.

Display data

Full specifications

Panel, color, motion, connectivity, ergonomics, power, and value in one sheet.

General

Manufacturer
BenQ
Monitor
EW3290U
Launch price
Amazon price
$593
Amazon availability
Available
Price updated
Aug 30, 2026
Launch date
Jan 1, 2024

Panel

Size
32"
Panel type
IPS
Resolution
3840×2160
Aspect ratio
1.778:1, 16:9
Pixel density
137 PPI
Brightness
350 nits · peak 400 nits
Contrast
1000:1
Display area
89.02 in²
Viewing angles
178 ° (degrees) / 178 ° (degrees)
Backlight
W-LED
Coating
Anti-glare/Matte

Color & HDR

Color depth
10-bit native
Colors
1073741824
DCI-P3
98.00%
sRGB
Adobe RGB
NTSC
HDR
DisplayHDR 400, HDR10
Local dimming
No

Motion

Refresh rate
60 Hz
Response time
5.00 ms
Input lag
Adaptive sync

Connectivity

Inputs
1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; upstream; 65W; DP Alt Mode), 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream; 7.5W), 3 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream; 7.5W), 3 x HDMI 2.0, 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out
Speakers
2 x 2 W (watts)

Ergonomics

Height adjustment
Yes
Pivot
Yes
Swivel
Yes
Tilt
Yes
VESA mount
Yes · 100x100mm

Power & value

Typical power
29.00 W
Max power
180.00 W
Overall
79.9
Work
89.2
Play
67.6
Quality / price
26.9
Work / price
30.1
Play / price
16.0

Additional information

Features
AI Contrast, AI Picture Optimization Technology, AMA (Advanced Motion Accelerator), Brightness Intelligence Plus Gen2 (B.I.+ Gen2), Color Weakness Mode, Display Pilot 2, Display Quickit, ePaper, Flicker-free technology, HDRi, Low Blue Light Plus
Accessories
HDMI cable, Remote Control, USB Type-C cable, USB Type-C to Type-A cable
Amazon warranty
3 Year manufacturer
Amazon dimensions
{'width': 8.0, 'height': 23.0, 'length': 19.0, 'weight': 18.7}

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Amazon listing details

Marketplace feature text kept for reference. Structured specifications above are the source for scores and comparisons.

BenQ's exclusive AI Contrast technology intelligently adjusts the contrast according to the displayed content, without impacting other areas of the image.

Boasting 4K resolution, 98% P3 color coverage, and a pair of extraordinary built-in 2.1 channel speakers with woofer for exceptional audio-visual enjoyment.

Featuring a USB Type-C port for charging and data transfer, along with three HDMI ports, providing a variety of connections.

Scenario hotkey and remote controller - Instantly access the custom or preset optimal monitor settings for work, studying, gaming, and shows or movies.

Allowing you to be even more comfortable with its height adjustment stand, tilt, swivel, and pivot features. Your space, your way.