BenQ EW3280U 32" 4K Monitor (2019)
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BenQ EW3280U is a premium 32-inch 4K monitor designed for general computing in BenQ's 2019 lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit IPS panel.
Notably, this monitor supports HDR up to DisplayHDR 400. In terms of color reproduction, one can expect excellent performance. Additionally, this monitor can get quite contrasty. It also comes with build-in speakers that make media consumption in a pinch an effortless experience.
In terms of drawbacks, this monitor comes with limited adjustments.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 79% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- DisplayHDR 400
- Rich color reproduction
- High 1000:1 contrast ratio
- 10-bit display panel
- Build-in speakers included
Cons
- Only tilt adjustment
What external reviewers found***
External score 71% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent audio
- Good contrast ratio
- Excellent viewing angles
- Good speakers
- Decent 4K HDR
- Accurate HDR
Cons
- No Dolby Vision support
- No G-Sync Compatible
- Not the best looking
- Limited gaming features
- No built-in speakers
- No local dimming
Price Comparison
Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
1x DisplayPort 1.2, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x USB 3.0 (Type-C; 60W), 2x HDMI 2.0
Construction
Adjustment | Height
N/A
Adjustment | Pivot
N/A
Adjustment | Swivel
N/A
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 15°
Camera
No
Colors
Black, Brown
Drivers | Subwoofer
1 x 5
Speakers
2x 2W
VESA Mount
100 x 100 mm
Dimensions
Size | Depth
28.62 in / 726.9 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
20.59 in / 523.1 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
28.62 in / 726.9 mm
Weight
8.1 kg / 18 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
350 nits / 400 nits (peak)
Contrast Ratio
1000:1 (static), 20000000:1 (dynamic)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
10 bits, 1073741824 colors
Display Diagonal
32" (32 in / 812.8 mm)
Display Type
IPS, Anti-glare/Matte
Gamut
95% DCI-P3
Pixel Density
137 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.182 mm
Refresh Rate
40 Hz ~ 60 Hz
Resolution
4K (3840x2160)
Response Time
5 ms (min)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
HDR
DisplayHDR 400
Licenses
TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, Mac Compatible, Windows Compatible
Variable Framerate
AMD FreeSync
Video
Flicker-free technology, HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) 2.2, Brightness Intelligence Plus (B.I.+), 5-key Navigator, ePaper Mode, Volume Wheel, Low Blue Light, Eye reminder, BenQ HDRi, Color Weakness Mode
Performance
Power Consumption
33 W (average) / 148 W (max)
Power Supply
60 W Power Delivery via USB-C
Production
Debut
2019
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3rd-Party Review Videos
External Reviews
pcmag[1]
Reviewer score 73%BenQ emphasizes the EW3280U's sound system, and for good reason. The audio system has excellent bass and very good treble response. It's fine for casual gaming, but it doesn't have a wealth of gaming-centric features. It earns its own Editors' Choice as an entertainment monitor.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- High-resolution resolution
- Excellent audio
- Good contrast ratio
Cons
- No built-in speakers
- Limited gaming features
t3[2]
Reviewer score 74%The BenQ EW3280U has a 4K UHD screen that looks stunning in use. It features BenQ's own custom HDRi to balance out the light and dark parts of a frame. The integrated 2.1 Trevolo speakers deliver a punch as well, and there's a convenient volume rocker under the screen.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- 4K UHD resolution
- Excellent viewing angles
- Decent 4K HDR
Cons
- Not the best looking
techradar[3]
Reviewer score 61%The BenQ EW3280U has a 4K resolution and USB-C connectivity. It's not a true HDR display by any stretch, thanks to a lack of local dimming capability, a panel contrast of 1000:1 and a peak brightness of 400cd/m2. The only obvious shortfall involves the tilt-only stand.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Bright, saturated IPS panel
- USB-C connectivity with DisplayPort Alt mode
Cons
- Tilt-only stand
- No local dimming
tomshardware[4]
Reviewer score 78%The EW3280U looks great in its Standard mode and does not require calibration. It has nearly spot-on grayscale tracking and gamma and almost all the DCI-P3 color space. The speakers with subwoofer enhancement covered far more of the frequency range than nearly every monitor we've reviewed.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Wide color gamut
- Accurate HDR
- Good speakers
Cons
- No G-Sync Compatible
- No Dolby Vision support
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References
- ^ BenQ EW3280U Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/benq-ew3280u. 2020-06-17. Retrieved 2022-01-09.
- ^ BenQ EW3280U review: a 4K display with something for everyone. [t3]. https://www.t3.com/reviews/benq-we3280u-review. 2020-06-05. Retrieved 2022-01-09.
- ^ BenQ EW3280U professional monitor review. [techradar]. https://www.techradar.com/reviews/benq-ew3280u. 2020-04-14. Retrieved 2022-01-09.
- ^ BenQ EW3280U Review: 4K HDR With Superb Color and USB-C. [tomshardware]. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/benq-ew3280u. 2020-04-08. Retrieved 2022-01-09.
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