BenQ GW2486TC 23.8" White 2024

A 24-inch office monitor that gets the important stuff right: USB-C, ergonomics, and a 100Hz refresh rate. Buy it refurbished and you've got one of the best desk setup values around.

The 100Hz refresh rate is the surprise here. Most office monitors in this price range stick to 60Hz, so the extra smoothness is a genuine quality-of-life upgrade. The 5ms response time won't win any esports trophies, but it's fine for casual gaming and completely invisible in spreadsheets. The 250 nits brightness is adequate for indoor use, though it'll struggle near a sunny window. The 99% sRGB coverage is decent, but the color performance sits in the middle of the pack, so don't expect to do serious photo editing without a calibration tool.

The Dell S2725QC is the most direct competitor if you want a bigger screen. It gives you 27 inches of real estate and similar USB-C convenience, but you'll pay more and lose the 100Hz refresh rate. The LG UltraGear 27G810A-B and ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMGR are gaming monitors first, with higher refresh rates and better color, but they're overkill for office work and cost significantly more. The Acer Nitro XV272U W2bmiiprx is a solid budget alternative if you want 1440p resolution, but it lacks the USB-C hub and the clean white aesthetic. For a pure office setup with a laptop, the BenQ's USB-C and ergonomics make it the smarter pick.

Pricing is all over the place. In the US, you'll see it anywhere from USD 135 to USD 200 depending on the vendor. That's a USD 65 spread for the exact same monitor. The best deal we spotted is at Newegg, where refurbished units dip to the low end of that range. At USD 135, this is a steal. At USD 200, it's a harder sell when you can find 27-inch 1440p panels for not much more. Canadian buyers face a similar story, with prices ranging from CAD 140 to CAD 248. Memory Express has the refurbished option at the lower end, which is where the value actually makes sense.

The BenQ GW2486TC is a 24-inch 1080p IPS monitor that quietly nails the office setup. It's not trying to be a gaming beast or a color-critical dream machine. It's a workhorse with a USB-C hub, solid ergonomics, and a 100Hz refresh rate that makes everyday scrolling feel smoother than your average budget panel. The one thing to know? This is the monitor you buy when you want a clean desk and a single cable to rule your laptop.

If you're looking for a gaming monitor, this isn't it. The 5ms response time and 100Hz refresh rate are fine for casual play, but serious gamers should grab the LG UltraGear 27G810A-B or ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMGR instead. If you need color accuracy for photo or video work, the 250 nits brightness and average color performance will frustrate you. And if you want a bigger screen for multitasking, the Dell S2725QC gives you 27 inches of 1440p real estate for a similar price when it's on sale.

The BenQ GW2486TC is a no-brainer if you work from a laptop and want a clean, single-cable desk setup. The USB-C hub, 60W power delivery, and full ergonomic stand solve real problems. The 100Hz refresh rate is a bonus that makes daily use feel more premium than the price suggests. Just don't pay full retail. Hunt for the refurbished deals and you'll get a genuinely great office monitor for less than a night out.