BenQ GW2490T
Score: 82/100
Asus VA279HG
Score: 71/100Rankings
The BenQ GW2490T is a 23.8" IPS monitor delivering a 100 Hz refresh rate and extensive eye-care features, paired with a fully adjustable stand. It targets office and remote-work users who value comfort and smooth visuals, though it lacks modern connectivity like USB-C.
The ASUS VA279HG is a 27-inch Full HD IPS monitor offering a 120 Hz refresh rate and eye-care technologies, targeting office, home-office and casual-gaming users who value comfort and smooth visuals over high resolution or advanced ergonomics. Its limited connectivity and lack of height adjustment keep it from being a premium solution.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
23.8 inches | 27 inchesbest | |
100 Hz | 120 Hzbest | |
250 nits | 300 nitsbest | |
1,300 ratio | 1,500 ratiobest | |
| ↓ lower better | 5 ms | 1 msbest |
2 countbest | 1 count | |
1 countbest | — | |
— | 28 degreesbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(5) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 23.8 inches | 27 inches |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 100 Hz | 120 Hz |
Brightness (nits) | 250 nits | 300 nits |
Contrast Ratio (ratio) | 1300 ratio | 1500 ratio |
Response Time (ms) | 5 ms | 1 ms |
Connectivity(1) | ||
HDMI Ports (count) | 2 count | 1 count |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | -5 to 20 degrees | 28 degrees |
Warranty & Power(1) | ||
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 20 W | 15 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers highlight the GW2490T's rare 100 Hz office panel, dynamic Brightness Intelligence Gen2, and TÜV/Eyesafe certifications, while noting the absence of a webcam and USB hub.
Everyday users consistently praise the smooth 100 Hz performance and ergonomic flexibility, but note a wobbly base and modest speaker output.
Professional reviewers consider the VA279HG a solid, value-driven choice for productivity and casual gaming, highlighting its 120 Hz panel, TÜV-certified eye-care technologies, and IPS color performance. However, they note its limited connectivity (no DisplayPort/USB) and lack of height adjustment as drawbacks for premium or competitive-gaming use.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the eye-care features and the smooth 120 Hz experience, especially for long work hours and light gaming. Common criticisms focus on the low 1080p resolution on a large screen, occasional factory-calibration inconsistencies, and the missing height-adjustment mechanism.
“Base may wobble if not tightened properly”
“Users consistently commend the eye comfort features, especially those working long hours or with sensitive eyes.”
“The 120Hz refresh rate is frequently mentioned as a noticeable upgrade from 60Hz, improving both gaming and general UI responsiveness.”
