BenQ is one of the best-known names in the display business, and it has a range of impressive monitors, projectors, and professional displays. Now, they’ve revealed their latest EW Series. This new line-up includes the EW3290U, EW2790Q, and EW2790U, which feature a wider color gamut for enjoying video content, high-quality built-in speakers for media consumption, and video a few eye care technologies to ensure a great watching experience over long periods.
Designed for media consumption and casual use, these monitors promise “great color coverage” and both UHD and QHD resolution options. HDRi Gen 2 Dynamic Contrast Adjustment is said to create “better visual details in dark environments for late-night movies or binge-watching, and colors pop with wider color gamut coverage.” But to me, it sounds like fake HDR that’s likely best avoided for colour accuracy.
What BenQ Had to Say
“Building upon existing user-friendly features like eye-care technology and an integrated charging hub, our revamped entertainment monitors provide an elevated audio-visual experience for users seeking an all-in-one desk setup upgrade,” said House Wei, Senior Director of BenQ North America. “From binge-watching to business meetings – BenQ has you covered.”
BenQ Monitor Comparison
- EW3290U
- Screen Size: 31.5 inch
- Display Resolution (Maximum): 3840×2160
- Built-in Speaker: 2.1 Channel (2Wx2 + 5W woofer)
- Refresh Rate (Hz): 60
- Height Adjustment Stand: 110mm
- USB-C (Power Delivery 65W, DisplayPort Alt Mode, Data): 1
- Price: $449.99
- EW2790U
- Screen Size: 27 inch
- Display Resolution (Maximum): 3840×2160
- Built-in Speaker: 5Wx2
- Refresh Rate (Hz): 60
- Height Adjustment Stand: 110mm
- USB-C (Power Delivery 65W, DisplayPort Alt Mode, Data): 1
- Price: $299.99
- EW2790Q
- Screen Size: 27 inch
- Display Resolution (Maximum): 2560×1440
- Built-in Speaker: 5Wx2
- Refresh Rate (Hz): 100
- Height Adjustment Stand: 110mm
- USB-C (Power Delivery 65W, DisplayPort Alt Mode, Data): 1
- Price: $259.99
Of the three models, there are two 4K UHD 60 Hz models, the EW3290U and EW2790U, and one QHD 100 Hz model, the EW2790Q. While the EW3290U comes bundled with a removable control for easy navigation, all come with 65 W USB-C and USB hubs, making them perfect for cleaning up cable clutter on your desk.
“Enhancing entertainment and lifestyle needs, the new EW series monitors provide convenience, simplicity, and optimized space utilization for users to enjoy a balanced lifestyle between productivity and enjoyment. The scenario hotkey emphasizes ease of use by making it simple for users to toggle between different scenarios.” – BenQ
Price and Availability
The monitors start at just $259.99 and go up to $449.99, and while I don’t have retail links, stock should be landing at popular retailers very soon.
- The EW3290U retails for $449.99 and is the successor model to the EW2720U and EW3280U.
- The EW2790U retails for $299.99 and is the successor model to the EW2880U.
- The EW2790Q retails for $259.99 and is the successor model to the EW2780Q.
