BenQ MOBIUZ EX2710U

The BenQ MOBIUZ EX2710U is a 27-inch gaming monitor that pairs a 4K (3840 x 2160) IPS panel with a 144 Hz refresh rate, and adds something most monitors leave out: a proper built-in sound system and a microphone. BenQ's MOBIUZ range is aimed at players who want a monitor that also works as an all-in-one gaming hub for a PC and a console, with speakers so good that a headset becomes optional. This page walks through the specifications, explains the more unusual features in plain language, and helps you decide whether a 4K 144 Hz monitor with these extras is right for your desk.

The panel: 4K, IPS and 144 Hz

The screen is a 27-inch IPS panel with 3840 x 2160 resolution, which works out to about 163 pixels per inch, and a matte coating that reduces reflections. IPS gives wide viewing angles (178 degrees both ways) and stable colour when seen from the side. BenQ lists 98% coverage of the P3 colour gamut, 1.07 billion displayable colours, a typical brightness of 300 nits and a peak of 600 nits in HDR, with HDR10 and VESA DisplayHDR 600 support. The native contrast is 1000:1, and local dimming is listed as the backlight technology. The gamma range is 1.8 to 2.6 and the colour modes include sRGB, M-book, Custom, Cinema HDRi, Game HDRi, FPS, RPG, Racing game, ePaper and DisplayHDR. To learn how resolution and screen size work together, read our guide to monitor size and resolution.

The refresh rate is 144 Hz, with a 1 ms response time listed both as grey-to-grey and as MPRT, meaning motion picture response time with the motion blur reduction feature. AMD FreeSync Premium Pro is supported. BenQ also says its gaming monitors are ready for G-Sync through universal VESA Adaptive Sync support, so NVIDIA owners can switch it on in the NVIDIA Control Center. Running a demanding game at 4K and 144 frames per second takes a powerful graphics card; many people will run it at lower frame rates and still enjoy the smoother adaptive-sync image. Our refresh rate guide helps you decide how much speed you actually need.

HDRi, Light Tuner and other picture features

BenQ's own technology, HDRi, analyses the picture and the ambient light and adjusts colour tone, contrast and detail automatically. The company describes two flavours: GameHDRi, which increases the contrast and saturation of red tones so game elements look more realistic, and CinemaHDRi, which adjusts the colour balance and contrast for lifelike video. BenQ says a firmware update (delivered through its Display QuicKit software) provides a newer version of HDRi with more pop-up colours and adjustable colour vibrance. Two other tools help with dark scenes: Light Tuner adjusts light and shadow, and Black eQualizer brings out detail in dark areas without washing out bright ones. Colour Shuttle lets you save and share personal colour profiles with other players.

Sound: the reason to look at this monitor

Most monitors offer either no speakers or a pair of weak ones. The EX2710U carries a 2.1-channel system, with two 2 W speakers plus a 5 W subwoofer, and BenQ says its treVolo audio team tuned it with five modes: FPS for locating sounds, racing for 3D surround effects, sports for commentary, pop/live for music and cinema for dialogue clarity. Bongiovi DPS processing is added to increase depth, clarity and bass definition. BenQ describes neodymium magnets in its custom drivers to reduce distortion. You should still keep expectations realistic: a monitor speaker system is a convenience and a very good one by monitor standards, but it will not replace a dedicated sound system or a good pair of headphones for music lovers. There is also a headphone jack, so a wired headset can be plugged in when you want privacy. For a broader view of which monitor suits which desk, our best monitors of 2026 by use case article is a useful companion.

A microphone is built in as well, with an AI noise-cancelling function. According to BenQ, an AI chip and a private mode help exclude background noise such as keyboard taps and mouse clicks. It is handy for casual voice chat or a quick video call without wearing a headset. Do not expect studio quality; think of it as a convenient backup.

Connections and console use

The monitor offers two HDMI 2.1 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4 port, one USB-B upstream and four USB 3.0 downstream ports. The packaging lists DisplayPort, HDMI 2.1 and USB 3.0 cables, though this may vary by region, plus a remote control and an I/O cover. BenQ's FAQ explains that its MOBIUZ monitors support variable refresh rate with Xbox Series X and S over HDMI 2.0 or 2.1, and that PS5 variable refresh rate requires an HDMI 2.1 connection, so a model with HDMI 2.1 is needed; the EX2710U has it. There is also a console compatibility chart on the product page for the PS5 and the Xbox consoles, and it is worth checking the exact resolution and frame rate combination you want before you buy. A remote control and the game-hub style on-screen menu help you change modes quickly without diving into the menu.

Eye comfort, stand and size

Comfort features include Brightness Intelligence Plus, which adjusts brightness and colour temperature to your surroundings, Low Blue Light and Flicker-free technology certified by TUV, an ePaper mode that balances text and background for long reading sessions, and a Color Weakness mode with red and green filters to help people with common colour vision deficiencies. The stand offers 100 mm of height adjustment, tilt from -5 to 15 degrees and swivel of 15 degrees to each side, and the monitor supports 100 x 100 mm VESA mounting. It measures 609.0 mm wide and 422.7 to 522.7 mm high including the stand, and 252.3 mm deep, and weighs 8 kg (5.7 kg without the base). Power consumption is listed at 42 W normal, 132 W maximum and under 0.5 W asleep. For advice about arms, desks and posture, see our ergonomic setup guide.

Things to know before buying

One point in BenQ's own product page deserves mention: it lists a successor model, the EX271U, so the EX2710U is not the newest MOBIUZ monitor in the range. That does not make it a bad choice, and a model in a mature range often costs less, but it is worth checking the current price and whether the newer model fits your needs. We could not find a fixed price on the page, so we do not quote one.

Who should buy it

The EX2710U suits people with a mid-to-high-end PC or a current console who want a sharp 27-inch screen with a smooth 144 Hz refresh rate, good built-in sound and no need for extra gear. It is especially good for small desks where speakers do not fit. It is less suited to a graphics card that struggles at 4K, to colour-critical creative work, or to users who need USB-C docking, which is absent here. To see how it compares, browse the monitors category and look at the Samsung Odyssey Neo G7 32, which is a larger, faster 4K gaming monitor, and the LG 27GP850-B, a lower-resolution QHD alternative that is easier on the graphics card.