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BenQ GW2790QT vs Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

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all judged against monitors at a similar price

The BenQ GW2790QT scores 6.4/10 overall, ahead of the Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor at 6.3/10.

The BenQ GW2790QT leads on connectivity and docking and ergonomics.

The Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor leads on panel quality and refresh rate and motion.

They score the same on sharpness for text and build and warranty.

The biggest difference is refresh rate and motion, where the Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor scores 8/10 to the BenQ GW2790QT's 4/10.

BenQ GW2790QT

BenQ GW2790QT

6.4/10verdict: good, not the best

The BenQ GW2790QT is a 27 inch 1440p IPS monitor for people who want to dock a laptop over a single USB-C cable. It suits desk setups that need a USB hub, 65W charging and an adjustable stand more than fast motion. It is a sensible fit for office, admin and development work on a laptop.

Typically about £275 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

6.3/10verdict: good, not the best

This is a 24 inch Full HD IPS monitor for people who want a clean screen with wide sRGB coverage on a small budget. It suits office desks, second screens and general home use where HDMI is enough. It is a poor fit for anyone who needs USB-C, DisplayPort or a stand that adjusts in height.

Typically about £74.97 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK (opens in a new tab, affiliate link)

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightBenQ GW2790QTPhilips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor
Panel quality25%6/108/10
Sharpness for text20%6/106/10
Connectivity and docking20%8/105/10
Ergonomics15%8/105/10
Refresh rate and motion10%4/108/10
Build and warranty10%5/105/10
Overall6.4/106.3/10

Specifications

SpecBenQ GW2790QTPhilips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor
Screen size27 inch23.8 inch viewable (24 inch class)
Resolution2560x1440 (native and max), 109 PPI1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Panel typeIPS, LED backlight, matte coating, 99% sRGB, 1000:1 native contrast, 350 nits typical, 178°/178° viewing angle, 5 ms GtGIPS
Refresh rate75 Hz120Hz (manufacturer figure; retailers list 100Hz)
Inputs and USB-CHDMI 1.4 (x1), DisplayPort 1.2 (x1), DisplayPort out (MST), one USB-C input with 65W Power Delivery, DisplayPort Alt Mode and data; three USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 downstream (4.5W charging) and one USB-C downstream (7.5W charging); no Ethernet listedHDMI 1.4, VGA, 3.5 mm audio in/out, 2 x 2 W speakers
Stand adjustmentTilt -5° to 20°, swivel 20° left and right, pivot 90°, height adjustment 110 mmTilt only; VESA 100x100 mount compatible

Strengths and weaknesses

BenQ GW2790QT

  • + Single USB-C cable carries video, data and 65W charging
  • + Stand adjusts for height, tilt, swivel and pivot
  • + Four downstream USB ports plus DisplayPort out
  • − 75 Hz refresh rate only
  • − No built-in KVM, no Ethernet listed
  • − Heavy, with a large base footprint

Skip it if:

  • Gamers who want 100 Hz or higher refresh rates
  • Buyers who need a built-in KVM or Ethernet in the monitor
  • Anyone with a shallow desk who dislikes large, heavy bases
Read the full BenQ GW2790QT review ›

Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

  • + IPS panel with 102% sRGB coverage
  • + 120Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync support
  • + VESA 100x100 mount compatible
  • − Stand only tilts
  • − No DisplayPort or USB-C input
  • − Text sharpness limited to 92.56 ppi

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want USB-C, DisplayPort or a USB hub for docking
  • Anyone who needs a stand with height, swivel or pivot adjustment
  • Users who read or code all day and want sharper text
Read the full Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor review ›

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