BenQ EW2790Q

BenQ EW2790Q Review & Specifications

EW2790Q by BenQ is a 27.00″ IPS monitor with a resolution of 2560 × 1440 pixels (1.778:1, 16:9 aspect ratio) and a refresh rate of up to 100 Hz. It supports a 10-bit color depth, displays up to 1073741824 colors, and offers the following color space coverage: 99.00% sRGB . The panel delivers 350 nits of brightness, has a static contrast ratio of 1500:1, a response time of 1.00 ms. It has a pixel density of 109 PPI, with viewing angles of 178 ° (degrees)° horizontal and 178 ° (degrees)° vertical. The screen covers 84.09% of the front surface. It uses a W-LED backlight and has a Anti-glare/Matte (3H) screen coating. Built-in 2 x 5 W (watts) speakers are included. HDR capabilities include support for HDR10. Typical power consumption is 22.00 W, with a maximum of 175.00 W.

General Work Usage

The BenQ EW2790Q delivers a modest 69.2% productivity score, making it suitable for casual or part-time work tasks like email, browsing, or occasional document editing. It utilizes an IPS panel—a top-tier choice for productivity. IPS and similar panels deliver exceptional color accuracy, wide viewing angles, and consistent brightness across the screen. Their resistance to burn-in makes them especially well-suited for prolonged use involving static content like spreadsheets, toolbars, and text editors. The monitor’s high resolution of 2560×1440 delivers sufficient screen space for most productivity tasks, though less than ultra-wide or 4K displays. The pixel density of 109 ppi provides adequately crisp text without requiring scaling, though pixel edges may become noticeable when sitting close or working with fine content. The brightness level of 350 nits, is generally sufficient for standard indoor lighting, but may struggle slightly in bright daylight environments.

The BenQ EW2790Q has color space coverage of: 99.00% sRGB , which gives this monitor moderate color gamut coverage, acceptable for general media consumption, light image editing, or office tasks involving visuals. However, it may not display colors as accurately or vibrantly as wide-gamut monitors. With 8-bit + FRC, this monitor offers decent gradients but remains more suited for entry-level creative users.

For productivity-focused users, the BenQ EW2790Q delivers exceptional value, scoring 76.9% in work performance per dollar. While its value score is high, the moderate 69.2% work suitability may limit appeal for demanding users. Best suited for casual or secondary work use.

Gaming and Media Usage

The BenQ EW2790Q earns a solid 75.0% rating for gaming and media use, offering smooth visuals, decent color accuracy, and responsive performance that will satisfy most gamers and movie enthusiasts. It utilizes an IPS panel, which is widely appreciated for accurate color reproduction, wide viewing angles, and consistent brightness. These panels are a balanced and reliable choice for gamers who enjoy vivid visuals and moderate HDR. High-end IPS models often support local dimming zones and high peak brightness levels, enhancing the experience in HDR games and bright rooms. While response times are slightly slower than OLED or TN, recent advancements have greatly reduced motion blur and input lag. The monitor’s high resolution of 2560×1440 strikes a good balance between image sharpness and system performance, making it suitable for most gaming scenarios without overly taxing the GPU. The monitor’s 100 Hz refresh rate offers a smoother experience than 60 Hz, benefiting casual gaming and media consumption, especially with its fast 1.00 ms response time for clean transitions and sharp movement.

The monitor offers excellent ergonomic capabilities, allowing for highly customizable positioning that supports long, comfortable usage sessions across both work and entertainment, and includes basic connectivity options, suitable for casual or single-device setups.

Specific ergonomic adjustments and connectivity details can be found in the specifications section below.

Performance per Price

The gaming performance-per-price ratio of the BenQ EW2790Q is 58.3%, placing it in the mid-value category. With a decent 75.0% gaming score, this monitor offers a good balance between affordability and gaming performance for mainstream users.

The BenQ EW2790Q delivers exceptional overall value, scoring 75.8% in total performance per dollar. While its build and feature quality is moderate (68.2 pts), the strong value rating makes it appealing to budget-conscious buyers.