BenQ EX2710Q Two Minute Review
BenQ EX2710Q Specifications
Here are the specifications of the BenQ EX2710Q submitted to TechRadar for review:
Screen size: 27 inch
Resolution: 2560x1440p
Aspect ratio: 16: 9
Dashboard: IPS
Refresh rate: 165 Hz (compatible with 144 Hz)
Response time: 1ms MPRT
Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 (static)
Brightness: 250nits | 400 nits maximum (HDR on)
Speakers: 2 x 2W | 1 x 5W woofer
Connections: 2 x HDMI 2.0 | 1 display port 1.4 | 1 USB 3.0 port | 1 3,5mm jack
Console support: PS5, Xbox Series X|S
Dimensions (W x H x D): 24,21 x 20,7 x 9,9 inches | 614,93 x 525,78 x 251,46mm
Weight: 16,3 pounds | 7,39kg
The BenQ EX2710Q is a gaming monitor that respects the healthy overlap of needs between gamers and creative professionals, and not just in terms of hardware. Creatives and gamers alike will appreciate what the monitor has to offer while they work or play.
The EX2710Q has a 2560 x 1440p IPS display that runs at up to 165Hz, so it's definitely a sharp and fast monitor (especially at 27-inches, which is really a sweet spot at this resolution). The 1ms response rate is essential for competitive gaming, and this monitor even supports 2K gaming on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
These specs are pretty standard for QHD gaming monitors these days, but the EX2710Q does offer a few perks that help it stand out from the crowd.
Extras include two built-in 2W speakers with a 5W woofer, which is a huge bonus for those of us who haven't bought computer speakers in years but want to play with more than just a headset.
This monitor also offers 95% coverage of the P3 color gamut, so creative professionals can rely on screen color fidelity as they work—at least more than their typical gaming monitor.
The EX2710Q also comes with a bunch of gaming-oriented color presets. You can quickly access these presets through a fairly simple menu, which you control with a switch using the power button.
The size of the monitor isn't diminutive by any means, but the twin legs (with a striking accent color) leave room in the middle for a smartphone or USB docking hub, which is the kind of thing you don't notice until you You can take advantage of that extra space.
While the EX2710Q is undoubtedly one of the best gaming monitors we've had lately, there are some sizable shortcomings that prevent it from claiming the gaming crown.
One flaw in particular is quite significant, considering that this "gaming" monitor should make an attractive display for creatives on a budget.
The EX2710Q doesn't come with a USB Type-C input, which rules it out as an external display for MacBook Pro users who might be looking for a display with better color fidelity.
That fidelity that we talked about before doesn't go that far either. Although the monitor supports HDR, it's only HDR10 and VESA DisplayHDR 400, so as long as it's there, it's just not the best. It's also a bit dim, with a typical brightness of 250 nits, peaking at 400 with HDR enabled. Again, not the worst, but not the best either.
The last thing to consider is the price. The BenQ EX2710Q retails for €499 / £349 / AU$629, so it's not exactly cheap. If you're just looking for a gaming monitor and don't care much about P3 color gamut coverage or built-in speakers, you can save a lot of money and still get a sharp 27-inch QHD 165Hz display.
We think that given the combination of features, the price is appropriate, but you really need to be a gamer who also uses Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for semi-professional work, such as a technical reporter at TechRadar dot com.
We think the BenQ EX2710Q is an exceptional gaming monitor and well worth the price; you just have to understand what you are investing in.
Buy it if...
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