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We first saw computer displays labeled “gaming monitors(opens in new tab)” when manufacturers achieved a reliable 144Hz refresh rate. Higher speeds reduce motion blur and allow the latest graphics cards(opens in new tab) to flex their full potential without the 60Hz limitations of typical PC monitors. Today, there"s good value available at the 144Hz spec, including the BenQ Zowie XL2411P. Aimed at eSports enthusiasts, it offers solid gaming performance and premium build quality along with excellent value.

BenQ"s Zowie eSports line comprises console and PC-oriented models in 24, 25 and 27-inch sizes. All are either FHD(opens in new tab)or QHD(opens in new tab)resolution with refresh rates that cover the gamut from 60-240Hz. The XL displays are designed for PC use (with RL monitors for consoles). The entire line is priced to compete.

The XL2411P has a flicker-free backlight with a 350-nit peak brightness. Color is sRGB with plenty of gaming modes to tailor the play experience. We were a little surprised to find no support for AMD FreeSync(opens in new tab)or Nvidia G-Sync(opens in new tab) for fighting screen tears at fast refresh rates.

BenQ has never been one for look-at-me styling, and the XL2411P follows that theme. It could easily be mistaken for an enterprise monitor and is certainly qualified for that purpose. One unique element is the small tab on the bottom right that leads the user to the control buttons underneath. A small LED shines orange in standby mode and green when the power’s on.

The square base has a molded-in tray, which might be useful for housing stray paperclips or, perhaps, a mobile device. Sadly, there are no USB ports with which to charge said device. There is a headphone jack on the left side though, which is something we’d like to see on all monitors. There are no built-in speakers, but you do get volume control in the on-screen display (OSD).

The stand is a quality affair with a thick upright that telescopes through a 5-inch height adjustment range. You also get 45-degree swivel and 20-degree back tilt with a 90-degree portrait mode. The back features a prominent cooling vent across the top with the Zowie logo displayed on the left. Inputs are next to the upright, facing down, and include one each of DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI 2.0 and DVI.

The Picture menu has everything needed for calibration except the picture modes, (we’ll get to those in a moment). A Black eQualizer, as BenQ spells it, adjusts shadow detail for greater visibility in dark areas. The XL2411P includes a low blue light setting, which can reduce fatigue when reading black text on white backgrounds during long work sessions. Blur Reduction engages a backlight strobe, which completely eliminates motion blur but reduces brightness by around 50%.

There are 11 picture modes total, and many of them are targeted for specific game types. Eco dials down the backlight to save power, although the XL2411P manages to draw a mere 16.5 watts with max brightness at 200 nits. Some of the modes alter secondary colors and change the gamma for a look we weren’t fond of. Standard or FPS1 are the best bet for a good image suitable for all games and tasks. Once you’re done tweaking, you can save settings to one of three memories. This is a feature that every monitor should include. You can also program three of the control keys to provide direct access to a variety of monitor functions like picture mode or Black eQualizer.

The XL2411P measures well in either its default FPS1 or Standard modes. Gamma tracking provides blacker shadows and brighter highlights at the expense of some detail clipping. We were unable to completely fix this issue, but after a few tweaks of the RGB sliders, we achieved excellent grayscale and color accuracy. Though some fine details were hard to see in certain images, the picture retained good color saturation and a natural look. See our gameplay comments below for more about this.

The XL2411P is the first gaming monitor we’ve reviewed in a long time that doesn’t supportG-Sync or FreeSync(opens in new tab), and we wondered if it would be missed. The short answer is not as much as you’d think.

Our overall gaming experience with the XL2411P was a positive one, but we’d rather see FreeSync support than be forced to resort to a blur reduction feature for smooth motion. The reduction in brightness may be an issue for some users, as it"s limited to 180 nits peak. But turning it on created a tad more color saturation, making the monitor look a little better.