As illustrated above the standard RGB (Red, Green and Blue) stripe subpixel layout is used. This is the default expected by modern operating systems such as Microsoft Windows. Apple’s MacOS no longer uses subpixel rendering and therefore doesn’t optimise text for one particular subpixel layout to the detriment of another. You needn’t worry about text fringing from non-standard subpixel layouts and won’t need to change the defaults in the ‘ClearType Text Tuner’ as a Windows user. You may still wish to run through the ClearType wizard and adjust according to preferences, however. The subpixel layout and arrangement is normal and we had no subpixel-related concerns related to sharpness or text clarity on this model. The monitor includes a range of easily accessible Low Blue Light (LBL) settings, which can be set between ‘0’ (disabled) and ‘20’ (strongest effect). The stronger settings were particularly effective at reducing blue light output from the monitor, especially when coupled with reduced brightness. They significantly reduced the blue colour channel and hence blue light output from the monitor. They also strengthen the red channel whilst reducing the green channel somewhat, providing a better visual balance compared to some LBL settings which can introduce a green or yellow tint. This has an effect on contrast as we explore shortly. The image appeared warmer using these settings, which we found our eyes adjusted to quite readily over time – more so than when additional imbalances such as a green tint are introduced. Reducing blue light exposure is particularly important in the hours leading up to sleep as blue light is stimulating to the body and affects sleep hormones. It increases alertness and makes it more difficult to ‘shut off’. We used the strongest setting of ‘20’ over our ‘Test Settings’ for our own viewing comfort in the evenings. But not for any specific testing beyond that involving the setting itself. As above, superior depth and some extra saturation due to gamma increase. Still not quite enough depth in places.

The monitor reproduced most shades faithfully here. Gamboge (23) appeared a touch too yellow without quite enough of a rich golden quality to it. Some green-biased shades such as dark lime green (18) and yellow green (19) appeared just a touch towards the neon end, whilst candy apple red (14) appeared just a touch too vivid and warm with a bit of an orange-red quality to it. This is due to a bit of extension beyond sRGB in the gamut for green and in the yellow-red region. But this was not strong oversaturation and the representation of these and indeed other shades was more appropriate than they would be on an unprofiled wide gamut monitor. The monitor shows strong consistency as well, without strong deviations when comparing the two on-screen shade sets. Some deviations can occur due to uniformity issues rather than viewing angle related issues. Things certainly appear more consistent than the VA and moreover TN references shown in our panel types article. The image below shows show things appear using the sRGB emulation setting (‘Color Mode = sRGB’) and factory default colour channel settings. Good ergonomic flexibility, a feature-rich OSD with some useful additions and appropriate pricing in many regions BenQ gets special kudos for the EX2710Q’s audio quality. It is more than just a cut above the rest. With treVolo tuning and an extra driver providing bass, this monitor delivers the best sound I’ve heard from integrated computer display speakers. Dialog is crystal clear with a fullness you would normally need good headphones or external speakers to experience. You can truly do without extra audio gear when playing on the EX2710Q.BenQ takes eye care seriously with a TUV Rheinland certification and adjustments for Low Blue Light and Color Weakness. You can employ variable filters for red and green deficiency if needed. With Blur Reduction at 120Hz, shown above, the main object again shows excellent clarity. With even sharper internal detailing. The white notches on the UFO body are now easy to count, for example. The pixel response requirements are raised and you see the fragmented trailing appearing somewhat bolder – but each fragment is also a bit smaller due to the increased refresh rate. Overshoot levels are lower using ‘AMA = 2’ compared to using the setting at 100Hz, whilst it does make the strobe crosstalk fainter than ‘AMA = 1’. So we consider ‘AMA = 2’ optimal here. The reference screens show some overshoot instead, but it’s quite a bit fainter than it was at 100Hz. Below you can see how things looked with Blur Reduction at 144Hz.

Build quality is excellent, and the thin bezel around three sides gives a modern look. I don't like the orange strip on the stand, and the port selection isn't that impressive, but otherwise there's not really anything that stands out from a design aspect. The average contrast ratio with only brightness adjusted was 1078:1, just slightly above the specified 1000:1 and fairly typical for an IPS-type model. The peak contrast recorded was 1221:1, with ‘Color Temperature = User Define) – this puts all colour channels in their neutral position to maximise contrast. We recorded 1164:1 under our ‘Test Settings’, which is respectable and beyond what some some IPS-type models will achieve. The lowest contrast recorded was 761:1, with ‘Low Blue Light = 20’ which is the strongest setting. As we noted earlier this makes changes to the colour channels which come at the expense of contrast, but with better balance to the image than many settings of this sort. The highest white luminance recorded under SDR was 342 cd/m², whilst the minimum white luminance recorded on the table (Blur Reduction disabled) was 56 cd/m². This gives a luminance adjustment range of 286 cd/m², with a reasonably low minimum and fairly bright maximum luminance.Decent static contrast for an IPS-type panel, whilst the light and relatively smooth screen surface kept the image free from obvious layering or graininess Note that we have only included results using ‘AMA = 1’ and ‘AMA = 2’ as higher settings introduced very strong and unsightly overshoot, whilst lower settings were simply too slow to work effectively with this mode. Overall we feel this is a well-rounded monitor, for those who like a good mixture of responsiveness and colour quality. And who prefer things to look rich and natural with a touch of extra saturation and vibrancy, rather than things being taken to the extreme in that respect. The screen size and resolution combination won’t be for everyone, although we’d caution people that we’ve seen a lot of exaggerated claims in that respect as well. “Pixels the size of golf balls” or “huge pixels” is not an appropriate description for what are still very small pixels on the screen. As with many things it’s all very subjective. But if you like the sound of this model but prefer a tighter pixel density and can live with a smaller screen. The we’d also recommend considering the 24.5” EX2510.