First Impressions
Priced at $109.99, the BenQ GW2490C 23.8 Inch USB-C Monitor is Benq's entry in the office monitors category. With 4 buyers rating it at 5.0 stars, it currently sits at #28 of 31 in our rankings. It's not a top pick - there are higher-rated and better-value options in the category - but specific shoppers may still find it fits their needs.
Display Build
At $109.99, the BenQ GW2490C 23.8 Inch USB-C Monitor is firmly in budget territory. Expect a basic stand with tilt-only adjustment, plastic build, and a panel that's good for productivity but won't impress for color-critical work. Inputs are usually limited to HDMI plus one DisplayPort.
One feature owners single out about the BenQ GW2490C 23.8 Inch USB-C Monitor: "144Hz refresh rate".
Specifications
- Brand: Benq
- Price: $109.99 (slightly below the $122.84 category average)
- Amazon rating: 5.0 of 5.0
- Reviews: 4
- Category rank: #28 of 31 in office monitors
- Cheaper in category: 16 products
- Higher-rated in category: 0 products
- More-reviewed in category: 27 products
Owner Reports
With only 4 reviews, this is a small sample. The 5.0-star average could move significantly as more buyers chime in. Treat the rating as a starting point rather than a verdict.
Common positives:
- USB-C connectivity
- Eye-care technology
- 144Hz refresh rate
Common complaints:
- 23.8 inch only
- Premium price for size
For context, the average rating across all 31 office monitors options we track is 4.5 stars, so this product is meaningfully above average.
What Else to Consider
At $109.99, the BenQ GW2490C 23.8 Inch USB-C Monitor sits slightly below the $122.84 category average. 16 options are cheaper and 14 are more expensive.
The category leader is the HP Series 3 27 Inch Monitor ($178.49, 4.6★, 25,462 reviews). The BenQ GW2490C 23.8 Inch USB-C Monitor is $68.50 cheaper, which is the main reason to pick it over the leader.
Most-reviewed alternatives (more buyer data):
- HP Series 3 27 Inch Monitor - $178.49, 4.6★ (25,462 reviews) · Roughly comparable
- ViewSonic VX3276-MHD 32 Inch IPS - $169.99, 4.5★ (8,172 reviews) · Roughly comparable
- CRUA 27 Inch Curved Monitor - $105.99, 4.3★ (3,775 reviews) · Roughly comparable If pure price is the filter, the cheapest is the ViewSonic VA2756A-MHD 27 Inch IPS at $12.59.
The Buy/Skip Call
Yes - high rating, below-average price, healthy review volume. The BenQ GW2490C 23.8 Inch USB-C Monitor is the kind of choice that's hard to regret. The only reason to skip it is if a specific feature you need is missing.
Best fit for:
- Quality-first buyers who prioritize a track record of satisfaction over saving a few dollars
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- USB-C connectivity
- Eye-care technology
- 144Hz refresh rate
Cons:
- 23.8 inch only
- Premium price for size
Final Take
8.5/10
Functional, mid-pack option. Nothing wrong with it, but nothing pushing it above the better-ranked alternatives either.