BenQ Professional Monitor
BenQ GW2790QT 27-Inch QHD IPS Monitor
Enjoy sharp QHD visuals, comfortable viewing, and flexible connectivity with a professional monitor designed for modern workspaces, coding, meetings, and everyday productivity.
BenQ GW2790QT Monitor Highlights
QHD Resolution
2560 × 1440 resolution provides detailed visuals and useful workspace for multitasking.
IPS Display
IPS technology offers wide 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles.
USB-C Connectivity
Connect a compatible laptop using USB-C for display, data, and up to 65W Power Delivery.
Ergonomic Stand
Adjust the height, tilt, swivel, and screen orientation to suit your workspace.
Product Overview
The BenQ GW2790QT 27-Inch QHD Professional Monitor is designed for users who need a comfortable, organized, and productive desktop setup. Its 2560 × 1440 QHD resolution delivers more workspace than Full HD, making it practical for documents, spreadsheets, coding environments, online meetings, and multiple open applications.
The IPS panel offers 99% sRGB colour coverage and 350 nits typical brightness. USB-C connectivity supports DisplayPort Alt Mode, data transfer, and up to 65W Power Delivery for compatible laptops. DisplayPort output with Multi-Stream Transport (MST) also supports a compatible daisy-chain display setup.
Built-in noise-filter speakers, a noise-cancellation microphone, eye-care features, and an adjustable stand make the GW2790QT a practical choice for work-from-home and office environments.
QHD IPS Display for Everyday Productivity
The 27-inch display combines QHD resolution with IPS technology to provide detailed text, clear visuals, and wide viewing angles. The matte screen coating helps reduce distracting reflections in typical office environments.
- 27-inch screen: A versatile size for workstations and home offices.
- QHD resolution: 2560 × 1440 pixels for detailed content and additional screen space.
- 75Hz refresh rate: Supports smooth everyday desktop navigation and compatible content.
- 5ms GtG response time: A specified response time suited to general productivity and everyday use.
- 99% sRGB: Broad sRGB colour coverage for everyday creative and visual tasks.
- 350 nits typical brightness: Helps maintain visibility in common indoor workspaces.
USB-C with 65W Power Delivery
The GW2790QT features USB-C connectivity with DisplayPort Alt Mode, data transfer, and up to 65W Power Delivery. With a compatible laptop and USB-C cable, one connection can carry the display signal and data while supplying power, helping reduce cable clutter.
The monitor also includes HDMI and DisplayPort inputs for connecting compatible desktop computers, laptops, and other display sources. Its DisplayPort output supports Multi-Stream Transport (MST) for compatible daisy-chain configurations.
- USB-C with up to 65W Power Delivery
- HDMI 1.4 input
- DisplayPort 1.2 input
- DisplayPort output with MST support
- USB-A and USB-C downstream ports for compatible peripherals
Note: Laptop charging, video output, data transfer, and daisy-chain functionality depend on the connected device, cable, and configuration.
Ergonomic Design for a Flexible Workspace
The adjustable stand allows you to position the monitor for a more comfortable working posture. Height adjustment and portrait rotation are useful for extended work sessions, reading long documents, and viewing code.
- Height adjustment: Up to 110mm.
- Tilt: -5° to 20°.
- Swivel: 20° left and right.
- Pivot: 90° rotation for portrait orientation.
- VESA mounting: 100 × 100mm compatibility for suitable monitor mounts.
BenQ Eye-Care Features
For users who spend extended periods working at a screen, the GW2790QT includes several viewing-comfort features designed to help make daily monitor use more comfortable.
- Brightness Intelligence Gen2: Helps adjust screen brightness based on ambient lighting and displayed content.
- Low Blue Light Plus: Provides an eye-care viewing option.
- Flicker-Free technology: Designed to reduce screen flicker.
- ePaper mode: Offers a reading-focused display mode.
- Eye Reminder: Supports reminders to take breaks from extended viewing.
- Color Weakness mode: Provides a display option for users with colour-vision differences.
Eye-care features do not eliminate the need for suitable lighting, regular breaks, and a comfortable viewing distance.
Built-In Audio for Meetings
The monitor integrates noise-filter speakers rated at 2W × 2 and a noise-cancellation microphone. These features can help simplify video calls and everyday online meetings without requiring separate desktop speakers and a dedicated microphone for basic use.
A headphone jack is also provided for private listening with compatible headphones.
BenQ GW2790QT Technical Specifications
| Display | |
|---|---|
| Model | BenQ GW2790QT |
| Screen Size | 27 inches |
| Panel Type | IPS, LED backlight |
| Resolution | 2560 × 1440 (QHD) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 75Hz |
| Response Time | 5ms GtG |
| Brightness | 350 nits (typical) |
| Native Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 |
| Colour Gamut | 99% sRGB |
| Display Colours | 16.7 million |
| Viewing Angles | 178° horizontal / 178° vertical |
| Pixel Density | 109 PPI |
| Screen Coating | Matte |
| Connectivity | |
| HDMI | 1 × HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 × DisplayPort 1.2 |
| DisplayPort Output | MST supported |
| USB-C | 1 × USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode, data, and up to 65W Power Delivery |
| USB-A Downstream | 3 × USB 3.2 Gen 1, up to 5Gbps, 4.5W charging |
| USB-C Downstream | 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 1, up to 5Gbps, 7.5W charging |
| Headphone Jack | Yes |
| Audio and Eye Care | |
| Built-In Speakers | Noise-filter speakers, 2W × 2 |
| Microphone | Noise-cancellation microphone |
| Eye-Care Features | Brightness Intelligence Gen2, Low Blue Light Plus, Flicker-Free, ePaper, Eye Reminder, Color Weakness mode |
| Software | Eye-CareU, Display Quickit |
| Ergonomics and Physical Details | |
| Tilt | -5° to 20° |
| Swivel | 20° left / 20° right |
| Pivot | 90° |
| Height Adjustment | 110mm |
| Dimensions with Stand (H × W × D) | 424.7–534.3 × 614.0 × 238.5mm |
| Dimensions without Base (H × W × D) | 372.3 × 614.0 × 62.0mm |
| Weight with Stand | 8.4kg |
| Weight without Base | 5.5kg |
| VESA Mount | 100 × 100mm |
| Power | |
| Power Supply | Built-in, 100–240V AC |
| Typical Power Consumption | 20W |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 150W |
| Sleep Mode Power | Less than 0.5W |
Who Should Choose the BenQ GW2790QT?
Office Professionals
A detailed workspace for documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and everyday office applications.
Programmers and Coders
QHD resolution, portrait rotation, and Coding mode support a flexible coding workstation.
Remote Workers
USB-C connectivity, integrated speakers, and a microphone support a tidy home-office setup.
Everyday Creators
99% sRGB coverage is useful for general visual work, web content, and everyday photo viewing.
Things to Know Before Buying
- The native resolution is QHD (2560 × 1440), not 4K UHD.
- The refresh rate is 75Hz, intended primarily for productivity and everyday use rather than high-refresh competitive gaming.
- USB-C charging up to 65W requires a compatible laptop and suitable cable.
- DisplayPort daisy chaining requires compatible devices and supported display configurations.
- Check the specifications of your laptop or graphics card to confirm output compatibility before purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the resolution of the BenQ GW2790QT?
The BenQ GW2790QT features a 2560 × 1440 QHD resolution on a 27-inch IPS panel.
2. Does the GW2790QT support USB-C laptop charging?
Yes. Its USB-C port supports up to 65W Power Delivery, along with DisplayPort Alt Mode and data transfer, when used with compatible devices.
3. Is the BenQ GW2790QT suitable for coding?
Yes. Its QHD resolution, Coding display mode, adjustable stand, and portrait rotation make it suitable for many coding and software-development workflows.
4. Does this monitor have built-in speakers and a microphone?
Yes. It includes noise-filter speakers rated at 2W × 2 and a noise-cancellation microphone, as well as a headphone jack.
5. Can the monitor be mounted on a monitor arm?
Yes. It supports a 100 × 100mm VESA mount. Make sure the selected arm supports the monitor's weight and mounting requirements.
6. What is the refresh rate of the GW2790QT?
The manufacturer lists a 75Hz refresh rate, suitable for general productivity, browsing, and everyday desktop use.
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