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BenQ ZOWIE XL2586X+ review

BenQ ZOWIE's 24.1-inch 1080p 600Hz Fast TN with DyAc 2: the most capable esports TN we recommend, if your PC can feed it.

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Quick verdict

The XL2586X+ is for competitive players who hold very high frame rates in games such as Counter-Strike 2 or Valorant and want ZOWIE's esports ergonomics. It pairs a 600Hz Fast TN panel with DyAc 2 strobing, three HDMI 2.1 ports that also run 600Hz from a PC, a 155mm bearing-mounted height range, side shields, and the S Switch puck. TFTCentral lists it among its top esports picks.

PC Gamer's review is a useful reality check: 600Hz felt only slightly better than 360Hz for non-professional play, the TN image looks washed out outside competitive titles, and there is no HDR. Buy it for competitive shooters, not as an all-rounder.

24.1″ · 1080p · 600Hz · TN (Fast TN) · DyAc 2

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Buy it if

  • You regularly exceed 500 fps in your main competitive game.
  • You want DyAc 2 strobing and ZOWIE's shields, S Switch, and stand.
  • You use the monitor mostly for competitive shooters.

Skip it if

  • Your games run below about 400 fps; the XL2566X+ offers DyAc 2 for less.
  • You also want a good picture for single-player games or HDR; a fast OLED is better.
  • You want to use strobing and VRR together; consider the ASUS XG248QSG or a Pulsar model.

Key specifications

Specifications for BenQ ZOWIE XL2586X+
Exact modelXL2586X+ — the 540Hz XL2586X (no plus) is an older, different model
Size / aspect24.1″ / 16:9
Resolution1920×1080
Refresh rate600Hz
Dual modeNo
Panel familyTN
Panel subtypeFast TN
Subpixel layoutRGB stripe (LCD)
CoatingMatte anti-glare
CurvatureFlat
BacklightEdge-lit LED with DyAc 2 strobing
Motion technologyDyAc 2 backlight strobing (VRR and flicker-free operation only with DyAc 2 off)
Adaptive sync / VRRAdaptive-Sync (only with DyAc 2 off)
HDRNone
DisplayPort1x DisplayPort 1.4 (1080p 600Hz)
HDMI3x HDMI 2.1 (1080p 600Hz from PC; 1080p 120Hz from PS5 and Xbox Series X|S)
USB-CNone
USB portsUnknown
KVM switchNo
AudioHeadphone jack
Stand155mm height on industrial bearings, tilt -5° to 35°, swivel ±45°; shielding hood and S Switch included
VESA mount100 x 100 mm
WarrantyUnknown (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

  • 600Hz Fast TN with DyAc 2 strobing.
  • Three HDMI 2.1 ports that run 600Hz from a PC.
  • 155mm height range on bearings, side shields, and S Switch included.
  • Recommended esports pick by TFTCentral.

Drawbacks

  • Small real-world gain over 360Hz for most players, per PC Gamer.
  • TN viewing angles and washed-out color; no HDR.
  • DyAc 2 disables VRR.
  • Premium price for a 1080p screen.

What independent testing reports

MetricReported resultConditionsSource
System latency (PC Gamer measurement)6.8 msPC Gamer's end-to-end latency test; not comparable with other outlets' display-lag numbersPC Gamer, May 7, 2026

These are third-party results, not our tests. Different outlets use different methods, so compare numbers only within the same source.

Motion, response, and latency

At 600Hz each frame lasts about 1.7 ms on a sample-and-hold display, and DyAc 2 shortens the visible time of each frame further by strobing the backlight. PC Gamer tested with DyAc 2 on its Premium setting and found its effect small at 600Hz but noticeable at 240Hz to 360Hz. VRR and flicker-free operation are available only with DyAc 2 off, so strobing works best at a steady frame rate matched to the refresh rate.

PC Gamer measured 6.8 ms in its own latency test. That figure is an end-to-end measurement from one outlet and should not be compared with other outlets' display-lag numbers.

Image quality and HDR

ZOWIE lists 320 nits and 1,000:1 native contrast. PC Gamer described the TN image as lacking color depth and looking washed out outside competitive games, with no HDR support. Color Vibrance and Black eQualizer help visibility in shooters but do not improve accuracy.

Connectivity, PC, and console notes

One DisplayPort 1.4 and three HDMI 2.1 ports, each capable of 1080p 600Hz from a PC. PS5 and Xbox Series X|S run at 1080p 120Hz. There is a headphone jack but no USB-C.

Warranty and ownership

As an LCD, no burn-in concern. ZOWIE's US page does not list the warranty length; check the listing.

Warranty: Unknown (not listed on the US product page)

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Questions buyers ask

Is 600Hz worth it over 360Hz?

PC Gamer found the difference small for non-professional players. It matters most if you hold 500+ fps and play at a high level.

Can I use DyAc 2 with FreeSync or G-SYNC Compatible?

No. ZOWIE lists VRR as available only with DyAc 2 off.

Final recommendation

The XL2586X+ is our top TN esports monitor for players who can use 600Hz. Most competitive players will get nearly the same benefit from the cheaper XL2566X+.

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Sources

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