BenQ EX240N 23.8-Inch Full HD 165Hz Gaming Monitor

BenQ MOBIUZ EX240N 23.8-Inch Full HD 165Hz Gaming Monitor

The BenQ MOBIUZ EX240N is a 23.8-inch gaming monitor built around a Full HD VA panel, a 165Hz refresh rate and the gaming tools BenQ groups under its MOBIUZ name. Where a standard office display is tuned for static documents, the EX240N is tuned for motion: fast panel response, AMD FreeSync Premium, HDRi image processing and dedicated game modes work together so fast-moving scenes stay clear and readable. It is the entry point into the MOBIUZ range, in the compact 24-inch-class size that suits a single-monitor desk, a dual-screen setup or a console corner where space is limited.

Key features

• 23.8-inch VA panel with 1920 x 1080 Full HD native resolution
• 165Hz refresh rate with 1 ms MPRT and 4 ms GtG response time
• AMD FreeSync Premium for tear-free gameplay with compatible graphics cards
• 3000:1 native contrast ratio and 250 nits typical brightness
• HDR10 support with BenQ HDRi intelligent image optimisation
• Built-in treVolo speakers, 2.5W x 2, with preset sound modes
• HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 inputs, plus a headphone jack
• Brightness Intelligence Plus, Low Blue Light and Flicker-free eye care

VA panel, contrast and HDRi

The VA panel is the defining choice in this monitor. Its 3000:1 native contrast ratio is roughly three times that of a typical IPS office panel, so blacks stay deep and shadow detail holds up in dark game scenes and films. Brightness is rated at 250 nits, viewing angles are 178 degrees horizontally and vertically, and the panel covers 72 percent of the NTSC colour space with 16.7 million colours. HDR10 signals are supported, and BenQ’s HDRi processing adjusts contrast and colour intelligently for the content on screen rather than applying one fixed HDR curve. Game-specific tools sit on top of that base: Black eQualizer lifts visibility in dark areas without washing out the rest of the image, Colour Vibrance adjusts saturation in fine steps, and Light Tuner offers multiple gamma presets for different game genres.

Speed for competitive play

At 165Hz, the EX240N refreshes far more often than a 60Hz display, which reduces motion blur and makes tracking moving targets easier in shooters and racing titles. Response time is rated at 1 ms MPRT with 4 ms GtG, and AMD FreeSync Premium synchronises the panel with a compatible graphics card to remove tearing and stutter without the input lag penalty of traditional vertical sync. Preset modes for FPS, RPG and racing games, a five-way navigator and the Gaming Quick OSD let you change settings mid-session, while Scenario Mapping can pair a picture preset with a specific input so a PC and a console each get their own settings automatically.

Sound and everyday use

Unusually for a monitor at this level, the EX240N carries a proper built-in audio system: two 2.5W treVolo speakers with a DSP chip and selectable sound modes, so game audio, video calls and casual video playback are covered without desk speakers. A headphone jack is there when you need private listening. For longer sessions, Brightness Intelligence Plus reads the ambient light in the room and adjusts brightness and colour temperature to match, while Flicker-free backlight control and Low Blue Light modes reduce the two most common causes of eye fatigue. Colour Weakness and ePaper modes are also included for reading and accessibility.

Connections and desk setup

Signal inputs are one HDMI 2.0 port and one DisplayPort 1.2 port, with HDCP 2.2 support. Use DisplayPort from a PC graphics card to access the full 165Hz refresh rate, and set the refresh rate in your operating system after connecting, because systems often default to 60Hz. The stand tilts from minus 5 to plus 15 degrees, the cabinet accepts a 100 x 100 mm VESA mount for arms and wall brackets, and the power supply is built in, so only a mains cable runs to the desk. With the stand fitted the monitor measures about 540 x 421.7 x 182.6 mm and weighs about 4.3 kg.

In short, the MOBIUZ EX240N concentrates on the things that change how a game feels: a high refresh rate, a high-contrast VA panel, credible built-in sound and BenQ’s mature eye-care suite, in a size that fits almost any desk.