Very fast refresh rate, AMD FreeSync prevents screen tearing and stuttering, Don't need a powerful rig to use
Little use outside competitive play, Expensive
Outside of eSports, the BenQ Zowie XL2540 has very little appeal—especially with its price tag. However, for those looking to improve their competitive skills, this is the gaming monitor you turn to. Its high refresh rate, AMD FreeSync, and fast response...
Abstract: Update: It's come to my attention that due to a graphics card issue this review of the BenQ ZOWIE XL2540 24.5″ 240Hz PC e-Sports Monitor was performed at 60Hz instead of the full 240Hz, leading to comparisons being incorrect. So treat this review mor...
Published: 2016-11-17, Author: Paolo , review by: monitornerds.com
The BenQ Zowie XL2540's amazing specs and beautiful design makes it a top choice among gaming monitors. The 240hz refresh rate will make it a snappy monitor for E-Sports FPS games such as Overwatch and CS: GO. The added physical and OSD features make a ve...
There are definitely cheaper 24-inch displays out there. However, at the core of the XL2540 experience, lies a commitment to quality over quantity. And if you're looking for a quality gaming experience that puts you ahead of the competition, this is one m...
". for those who are playing for tens of thousands of dollars it's worth trying out the difference."...
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Published: 2017-11-20, Author: David , review by: uk.hardware.info
You have more than enough choices in gaming monitors and this article covers just a representative selection of them. Luckily, we can give you some recommendations based on our tests. For (semi-) pro gamers on Twitch streaming first person shooters, the 2...
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Published: 2017-07-29, Author: Matt , review by: techradar.com
High refresh rates, Easy setup, Portable, Great gaming performance
Expensive, Limited appeal beyond pro gamers
The BenQ Zowie XL2540 won't be for everyone, but it doesn't try to be – and that's a big part of its appeal. Instead of trying to make it a jack of all trades, or sacrificing some of its more esoteric features for flashier and more mainstream ones, BenQ f...
Zowie set its stall out early with this screen, which has a high price but numerous features that'll give competitive gamers an edge: the 240Hz refresh rate is huge and enables fast, smooth gameplay, and the 1ms response time is excellent.This screen also...
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Published: 2017-04-25, Author: David , review by: uk.hardware.info
Abstract: A few months ago, Benq introduced the XL2735. A remarkable new gaming monitor with wqhd resolution and a 144Hz panel that uses a self-developed anti motion blur technique. Another new monitor, the XL2540, was added in November. This is the first native...
