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BenQ ZOWIE XL2540X+ review
BenQ ZOWIE's 24.1-inch 1080p 280Hz Fast TN with the full ZOWIE stand and accessories but no DyAc strobing listed.
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Quick verdict
The XL2540X+ is the entry to ZOWIE's current XL lineup: a 280Hz Fast TN panel with VRR, the bearing-mounted 155mm stand, shields, and the S Switch. ZOWIE's US specification page does not list DyAc, so treat it as a fast sample-and-hold monitor rather than a strobing one.
For most buyers the XL2546X+ is worth the step up for DyAc 2 at the same refresh rate. We found no independent measurements for this model.
24.1″ · 1080p · 280Hz · TN (Fast TN)
Buy it if
- You want ZOWIE's stand, shields, and S Switch on a budget.
- You prefer VRR over strobing.
Skip it if
- You want DyAc strobing; get the XL2546X+.
- You want measured evidence before buying.
Key specifications
| Exact model | XL2540X+ |
|---|---|
| Size / aspect | 24.1″ / 16:9 |
| Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| Refresh rate | 280Hz |
| Dual mode | No |
| Panel family | TN |
| Panel subtype | Fast TN |
| Subpixel layout | RGB stripe (LCD) |
| Coating | Matte anti-glare |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Backlight | Edge-lit LED |
| Motion technology | None |
| Adaptive sync / VRR | Supported |
| HDR | None |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.2 (280Hz) |
| HDMI | 3x HDMI 2.0 (240Hz) |
| USB-C | None |
| USB ports | Unknown |
| KVM switch | No |
| Audio | Headphone jack |
| Stand | 155mm height on industrial bearings, tilt -5° to 35°, swivel 45°; S Switch and shield |
| VESA mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| Warranty | Unknown (not listed on the US product page) |
Specifications are manufacturer-stated unless marked as measured. “Unknown” means we could not verify the value, not that it is zero or absent.
Advantages and drawbacks
Advantages
- 280Hz Fast TN with VRR.
- 155mm bearing-mounted stand, shields, and S Switch.
- Three HDMI inputs.
Drawbacks
- No DyAc listed.
- DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI 2.0.
- No independent measurements located.
- TN viewing angles.
What independent testing reports
We did not find numeric measurements for this exact model that we could attribute with their test conditions. Statements below are either manufacturer specifications or reviewers' qualitative findings, and each one says which.
Motion, response, and latency
At 280Hz each frame lasts about 3.6 ms on a sample-and-hold display. Without DyAc, motion clarity relies on refresh rate and pixel response alone. Specification-based only.
Image quality and HDR
ZOWIE lists 320 nits and 1,000:1 native contrast. Expect typical TN color and viewing angles.
Connectivity, PC, and console notes
DisplayPort 1.2 for 280Hz, three HDMI 2.0 ports (240Hz), and a headphone jack.
Warranty and ownership
As an LCD, no burn-in concern. Warranty not listed on ZOWIE's US page.
Warranty: Unknown (not listed on the US product page)
Alternatives worth comparing
BenQ ZOWIE XL2546X+
24.1″ · 1080p · 280Hz · TN (Fast TN)
Adds DyAc 2 at the same 280Hz.
Questions buyers ask
Does the XL2540X+ have DyAc?
ZOWIE's US specification page does not list DyAc for this model. The XL2546X+ is the 280Hz model with DyAc 2.
Final recommendation
A budget way into ZOWIE's ergonomics; most competitive players should spend a little more for DyAc 2.
Sources
- XL2540X+ 280Hz Fast TN Gaming Monitor — BenQ ZOWIE (US) (manufacturer specification)
- ZOWIE monitor catalog (US) — BenQ ZOWIE (US) (manufacturer specification)
- Amazon listing for this exact model (ASIN B0FH17K4K8), matched on September 30, 2026 by its listing title. We do not show Amazon prices or ratings.
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