BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ 24" Black 2024
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ 24" Black 2024
The BenQ XL2566X+ is a 540Hz TN monitor that delivers unmatched motion clarity for competitive FPS gaming, with many users praising its DyAc 2 technology and responsiveness. However, it requires significant tweaking for color accuracy and has poor viewing angles, and some units suffer from hardware defects like screen glitches or white screens. While it excels in fast-paced games like CS2 and Valorant, most reviewers recommend it only for professional or hardcore esports players, noting that OLED monitors offer better overall image quality at the same price.
Pros
- Unmatched motion clarity for FPS games
- Excellent DyAc 2 technology
- Very low input lag and response time
- Plug-and-play 540Hz/600Hz support
- Easy to set up with back ports
Cons
- Poor color accuracy out of the box
- Narrow viewing angles (TN panel)
- Hardware defects (glitch lines, white screen)
- Requires constant tweaking for different apps
- Expensive for the image quality
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
The LG UltraGear 27-inch OLED gaming monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED picture quality, incredibly high 480Hz refresh rate, and ultra-fast 0.03ms response time. Users describe it as a game-changer for competitive gaming, offering fluid motion and deep blacks. Common drawbacks include the high price, the need for a powerful GPU to reach 480Hz, and the lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for serious gamers who can afford the premium.
Pros
- Stunning OLED picture quality
- Incredibly smooth 480Hz refresh rate
- Ultra-fast 0.03ms response time
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Solid build and ergonomic stand
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for 480Hz
- No built-in speakers
- SDR brightness lower than LCD rivals
- Potential burn-in risk with OLED
Scores
Specifications
| BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ 24" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 24.1" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | TN | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 400 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync★ | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 320 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | 16.7 Million Colors | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | — |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | 65W★ | — |
| Weight | 10.93 kg | 9.30 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
BenQ Zowie XL2566X+ 24" Black 2024
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong ergonomic (76th percentile)
- Strong performance (70th percentile)
- Below average display (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average feature (24th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (28th percentile)
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 29 specs.