BenQ EL2870U

22 reviews

Nov, 2024

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price (9)
usability (4)
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alaTest has collected and analyzed 22 reviews of BenQ EL2870U. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the reliability and size. The usability and price are also mentioned favorably, but some have doubts about the design.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the BenQ EL2870U is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 92/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Tony Hoffman (pcmag.com)

BenQ EL2870U

Budget-friendly and FreeSync-capable, the 28-inch EL2870U exhibits fast pixel response and minimal input lag that make fast-motion graphics a breeze, but it has some trouble with colors.

UHD (Ultra High Definition) resolution. Supports HDR content. Modest price. Very fast pixel response. Low input lag.

Mediocre color performance. Few ports, and poorly placed. Stand allows for tilt adjustment only.

Bottom Line: Budget-friendly and FreeSync-capable, the 28-inch EL2870U exhibits fast pixel response and minimal input lag that make fast-motion graphics a breeze, but it has some trouble with colors.

May, 2018

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Expert review by : Adam Babcock (rtings.com)

BenQ EL2870U Review

The BenQ EL2870U is a decent 4k monitor. It has great gaming features, including FreeSync support, a fast response time, and excellent low input lag. It also has...

Great gaming features, including low input lag and FreeSync support;Great accuracy out of the box

Disappointing dark room performance;HDR doesn't add much

Dec, 2018

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Expert review by : Rob Dwiar (babygearlab.com)

BenQ EL2870U gaming monitor review

What it lacks in speed, this monitor more than makes up for it in absolutely excellent picture quality.

Lovely 4K resolution and HDR tech ; Overall picture quality is top drawer ; Excellent price point

No G-Sync ; Refresh rate only at 60Hz ; Plain design

An excellent value 4K HDR monitor that retains a fast response time too. A refresh rate of 60Hz and no G-Sync will irk some, but for the price, this is an excellent monitor for gaming.

May, 2019

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Expert review by : Christian Eberle (tomshardware.co.uk)

BenQ EL2870U 28" Ultra HD HDR FreeSync Monitor Review: Can't-Beat Price

BenQ's EL2870U is a TN panel with HDR10 support and FreeSync that offers good value to gamers and entertainment buffs alike.

Value ; HDR compatibility ; 24p cadence support ; FreeSync ; Build quality ; Out-of-box accuracy

Low native contrast ; 60Hz limit

The BenQ EL2870U shines when watching movies or performing general computing. It's good for FreeSync gaming, but hardcore players will want something faster. Value-conscious buyers will have trouble finding something better. But if you're willing to...

Nov, 2019

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Expert review by (stuff.tv_in)

BenQ EL2870U review

Paper beats consumer

1ms response time is good for console gamers ; Good quality build ; Pricing could sway many

Near negligible HDR performance ; 4K is not appealing due to poor colour accuracy

A decent attempt to rouse spec readers but not enough quality to convince us

Dec, 2018

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Expert review by : Ray Shaw (gadgetguy.com.au)

Review: Benq 4K 28 EL2870U monitor. What you should have on your desk (review)

The Benq 4K 28 EL2870U monitor makes such a difference for close office desk work showing fine text, true colours, HDR and reducing eyestrain that it is

Sep, 2018

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Consumer review (very.co.uk)

Amazing quality at a fantastic price!!

So, I've been running 24" 1080p monitors for a long time, I noticed that this monitor had be cut in price so I did some research and took the plunge, it's fantastic. The picture quality is incredible I now use it more than my 55" qled uhd hdr 4k TV! I...

Sep, 2019

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Consumer review (very.co.uk)

Excellent Monitor

Had this monitor about a week or so and am so pleased I got it. I bought it to replace a Benq monitor I had had a while. I wanted a 4k monitor for my PlayStation Pro and didn't think I would find a 4k one for the price it was. I read a few reviews...

Jul, 2019

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Consumer review (very.co.uk)

Top Quality Budget 4K HDR Monitor

I've only had this display for a couple of days, however I'm really impressed with it. I've seen some other reviews here and elsewhere claiming this is not a true 4K display or HDR is only emulated and part of why I'm writing this review is to correct...

Jun, 2019

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