Over the past month or so, I have had a lot of BenQ boxes through the house as Iāve worked my way through a series of the companyās MOBIUZ gaming monitors. Iām a fan of BenQāIāve been using a BenQ 4K entertainment series monitor (hereās the 32-inch version) for my desktop setup for the past few years. Itās a great monitor for work and offers a brilliant picture for streaming video. However, when it comes to gaming, BenQās MOBIUZ series offer an even better experience with advanced features like super-fast refresh rates and AMD FreeSync Premium support. This review is for the BenQ MOBIUZ EX2710Q 165Hz QHD gaming monitor.Ā
Out of the series of MOBIUZ monitors Iāve reviewed, the EX2710Q is probably the one that is going to have the most wide stream appeal.Ā
Easy to set up, wide flexibility in connectivity options (including USB hub)
Like the other monitors in the MOBIUZ series, the EX2710Q is easy to set up. One screw secures the base to the stand, which then snaps securely into a spring-loaded connector on the back. No tools are required.
Once assembled, you have a monitor with DisplayPort 1.4 and two HDMI 2.0 inputs. I would have liked to see USB-C, but the most common video outputs for gaming PCs and consoles are covered off. There is also a USB type B input. Use the included cable to plug into a USB port on your PC and you get two USB 3.0 Type A ports on the monitor. So it does function as a USB hub, although when you count the port you plugged into on your computer, you only gain one extra.Ā
Extremely flexible stand + antiglare screen
Another strength of the BenQ MOBIUZ series has been its stands. They are solid, stylish, and offer impressive flexibility. The displayās 178-degree viewing angle and effective antiglare treatment means itās pretty easy to get a great view, but that stand means you can tweak the positioning to be perfect. It offers 20-degrees of tilt adjustment, 30% of swivel, and 10 cm of height adjustment.
If you are short of desk space, you can even wall mount the EX2710Q using an optional, standard VESA 100 wall mount.
27-inch QHD panel offers the perfect combination of size and resolution
From my perspective, 27-inches is just about the ideal size for a desktop monitor. At that size, 4K resolution is nice, but QHD is still very sharp. I donāt really feel like Iām giving anything up. And that resolution (also known as 1440p) is a sweet spot for many video gamesāit allows for maximum effects and a high frame rate that may be pushing it at 4K resolution.Ā
The Xbox Series S that I do most of my gaming on is optimized for this resolution and games looked great with the combination of the console and the EX2710Q.Ā
BenQ MOBIUZ EX2710Q key specifications
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Ultra-fast 165Hz refresh rate, HDRi, and more gaming-friendly features
The MOBIUZ EX2710Qās gaming cred includes a super-fast 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms MRPT, and 2ms GtG response times, along with AMD FreeSync Premium support.Ā
This means an image that is always razer-sharp, with smooth motion, and no screen tearing.
The gaming features donāt stop there. BenQās HDRi feature uses an ambient light sensor to optimize the video content in real time. It is very effective and can be switched between different modes for gaming and cinema. BenQ also includes a huge array of onscreen menu optimizations including a light tuner, modes for different game genres, and scenario mapping.Ā
The monitor is also equipped with advanced technology to protect your eyes during extended gaming sessions, earning it multiple TUV certifications.
2.1 channel treVolo audio
Itās worth spiking out this monitorās audio capabilities. Many monitors these days donāt even bother to include speakers. If you prefer to use headphones, you canāthereās a 3.5mm audio jack around back.
However, if youād rather listen without having to wear headphones, youāre in for a treat. The EX2710Q is equipped with BenQās premium treVolo audio. There are a pair of 2W drivers, along with a rear-firing 5W woofer for 2.1 channel audio. The monitorās DSP customizes the audio to deliver the best results whether youāre gaming, watching a movie, or playing music. It is a serious step up from the sound most gaming monitors can put out.
A great looking, high performance gaming monitor at the right price point
At this stage, Iāve reviewed four different BenQ MOBIUZ gaming monitors. The MOBIUZ EX2710Q strikes me as the one that is going to have the widest appeal.
The awesome MOBIUZ EX3210U was the gaming monitor for the ultimate experience. It rocked a huge, 32-inch display at 4K resolution. It featured HDMI 2.1 support, included an integrated USB hub, and was equipped with BenQās 2.1 channel treVolo audio. It even included RGB lighting effects. For those who want a gaming monitor but have a limited budget, the MOBIUZ EX2510S and EX2710S are great options. They still offer advanced gaming technology like a 165Hz refresh rate and 2ms GtG times, but these monitors keep costs down with a 1080p panel.
The MOBIUZ EX2710Q sits nicely in the middle. At 27-inches itās big, but not so large that finding desk space to set it up is going to be a problem. QHD resolution is an upgrade over 1080p and many gamers find 1440p to be the sweet spot for their systems. It offers some of the larger monitorās features like 2.1 channel audio and a USB hub. In short, the MOBIUZ EX2710Q is an upgrade pick over the EX2710S, but one that is still affordable.
Whichever of these BenQ MOBIUZ gaming monitors you pick, I suspect youāll be pretty happy.
Table of Contents
- Easy to set up, wide flexibility in connectivity options (including USB hub)
- Extremely flexible stand + antiglare screen
- 27-inch QHD panel offers the perfect combination of size and resolution
- BenQ MOBIUZ EX2710Q key specifications
- Ultra-fast 165Hz refresh rate, HDRi, and more gaming-friendly features
- 2.1 channel treVolo audio
- A great looking, high performance gaming monitor at the right price point
The QHD resolution (2560Ć1440 pixels) make image more vivid
Best feature flexible stand for proper height and better poster + antiglare screen easy on the eyes… because it’s all about me being well at work.
onboard speakers for the great sound
The 165Hz refresh rate is one of the most important feature for me (to avoid eyes tiredness!)
The Ultra-fast 165Hz refresh rate , so cool
Anti-glare screen would be great, reflections make it hard to work
I read lots answers for refresh rate, the games must be bigger than explosive. I would like it for the flex and the anti-glare.
I like the anti-glare screen because of the window near my desk
I would say the most important feature for me would be the 165Hz refresh rate because that would make my gaming so much better and faster! š
165Hz refresh rate is very important to me for gaming
With custom modes for gaming, videos and music i would use it for enhancement of my viewing and listening experience
The ultra-fast 165Hz refresh rate will aid games.
I like BenQās premium treVolo audio cause my desk has limited space for speakers. I need room for my morning coffee after all.
I like the 1440p resolution for a 27 inch sized monitor. For a screen of this size, the 1440p still makes things appear sharp and clear, 1080p is better suited to screen sizes of 24 inches and under.
Custom modes for gaming, cinema, music – because I’d use it for more than one purpose.
The fast refresh rate helps to ease eyesore from being around too many screens on a daily basis.
I like the built-in speakers. Even if it’s not necessary if you have external options, it’s always good to haven. Refresh rate for a gaming monitor is also critical.
165Hz refresh rate is most important to me. The games I am playing require split second decisions and reactions. I need to see everything that is happening as quickly as possible to avoid being the one on the ground dead lol
Love the onboard speakers
I love the Extremely flexible stand + antiglare screen. Really need an ergonomic setup that is easy on the eyes.
The ambient light sensor is the most important feature to me as the room where I spend most of my time staring at screens goes through a wide range of lighting during the course of the day. The screens I use now go from being so bright they almost have me seeing spots to being so washed out I have to lean forward or squint to see what is on the screen.
The USB port is a big advantage when hooking it up to an ultrabook that doesn’t come with many.
I like the 27-inch size. That is optimal for the space I have.
The ultra-fast 165Hz refresh rate. It’s important when gaming.
The 1440p resolution which makes for a crisp picture.
The super fast refresh rate along with 4K resolution.
It has advanced technology to protect your eyes during extended gaming sessions, and automatically optimizes video content.
My desktop is on a sunny area so an anti glare screen is a must do I can see clearly while gaming!
165Hz refresh rate – fast for gaming!
The fact that it offers a brilliant picture for streaming video as I need that in my work
i sure like the very easy assembly! Just one screw, lock it in place and the monitor is pretty much set up- cool!
The 2.1 channel treVolo audio is the best feature because I hate wearing headphones.
the refresh rate for gaming
I like the 3 ports, 2 hdmi and a displayport
The best feature I like is the super fast refresh rate- Iām always jumping between screens so this is important for moi. š
I like the 178-degree viewing angle and effective antiglare treatment.
I like the size, resolution and refresh rate. Most important features for any monitor.
The 165Hz refresh rate for gaming
I like the built in speakers, then I could drop the junk I own!!
The size and refresh rate are great feature for eye strain!
Built-in speakers is one of the most important features for me. Thanks for the chance to win!
The 165 hz screen would be great for gaming and movies.
On top of all the great tech specs, I love that is also comes with a Vesa 100 mount to ad an adjustable monitor arm.
The anti glare screen is great because my set up is very bright.
The anti glare screen is great because my set up is near the window.
The Ultra-fast 165Hz Refresh Rate is the most important feature to me, as I sometimes stream TV/Netflix and I want to ensure the rate is fast.
The best feature is that it is easy to set up because I’m hopeless at that sort of thing.
I like the anti-glare feature and the speakers in the monitor.
USB hub is fantastic to remove all the extra wires I have on my workstation
I love the 2.1 channel treVolo audio – sounds very solid, and way better than the tinny sound coming out of my laptops built in speaker.
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