Reddit reviews BenQ GL2706PQ 27 inch 1440p Gaming Monitor | 1 ms (GtG) response time

Find a monitor for 300 flat and upgrade that 5700 to the XT version and save money. Here is a monoprice monitor 1440p 144hz 27inch for 265 https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=38576 . I have the older version of this one and the colors are pretty sweet for a TN. I'll list some other cheap alternatives. https://www.amazon.com/Acer-XF270HU-Cbmiiprzx-FREESYNC-Technology/dp/B07CY137XM/ref=sr_1_5?crid=5HM9DNUO2JAY&keywords=27+inch+1440p+144hz+monitor&qid=1571082535&sprefix=27+inch+1440p+%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-5



on sale:


https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GL2706PQ-Black-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=sr_1_6?crid=5HM9DNUO2JAY&keywords=27+inch+1440p+144hz+monitor&qid=1571082535&sprefix=27+inch+1440p+%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-6

I was looking for the same thing but I came across the realization that integrated speakers are pretty crap. You would be better off grabbing some cheap Logitech speakers and connecting them via Audio out.

Question for you, do you have a MacBook dock? How are you connecting?

For Xbox and other console gaming, they mostly output 60Hz so you don’t anything higher than 60.

Here is a few that I found that have speakers but they lacked in USB ports which I would rather have. That way I can just connect directly to my MacBook with one connection and not need to worry about additional cables.

BenQ Monitors are simply beautiful, they have everything you’re looking for but no USB’s, not sure if you need USB ports.
(slightly pricier) BenQ EW2770QZ 27” 2560x1440 IPS Entertainment Monitor, Ultra Slim Bezel, Eye Care, 100% sRGB/Rec709, HDMI, DP Input, Speakers , 60Hz refresh rate https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XDM6WP2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_B5z7Bb338VQ6W

Do you care about 1440 vs 1080?
If not, this has everything, IPS, speakers and USB
(cheaper than your price, both 24 and 27 inch) BenQ GW2780 27 Inch IPS 1080p Monitor, Ultra Slim Bezel, Low Blue Light, Flicker-free, Speakers, VESA ready, Cable Management System, HDMI https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072XFFQ4K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_jbA7BbGDPJ4V3

This is right in your price range but only 1 USB port
BenQ GL2706PQ Black 27” 1ms (GTG) 60Hz 1440p Gaming Monitor 350 cd/m2, 20M:1 DCR, HDMI, Display Port, Speakers, Height Adjustable, VESA Mountable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ZcA7BbXQ89N7M


Regarding your monitor, it should work just fine. Those are a few other monitors I saw in my own search during the past few days that I saw that might interest you also.

Cheers

This is my monitor, it's awesome and cheap:

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https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GL2706PQ-Black-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1

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If you want cheaper you will have to settle for 1080:

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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CX26WIG/ref=psdc_1292115011_t2_B071GRBWG6

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Here you go.

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    PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
    
    Type|Item|Price
    :----|:----|:----
    CPU | AMD - Ryzen 5 2600X 3.6GHz 6-Core Processor | $219.88 @ OutletPC
    Motherboard | MSI - B450 TOMAHAWK ATX AM4 Motherboard | $89.99 @ Newegg
    Memory | Team - Vulcan 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3000 Memory | $124.89 @ OutletPC
    Storage | Samsung - 860 Evo 500GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $87.99 @ Amazon
    Storage | Seagate - Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $84.89 @ OutletPC
    Video Card | Gigabyte - GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB AORUS Video Card | $669.99 @ Newegg
    Case | NZXT - H500 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case | $69.99 @ Amazon
    Power Supply | Corsair - RMx (2018) 650W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply | $69.99 @ Newegg
    Operating System | Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit | $94.89 @ OutletPC
    Keyboard | Corsair - K55 RGB Wired Gaming Keyboard | $45.25 @ Amazon
    Mouse | Logitech - G502 Proteus Spectrum Wired Optical Mouse | $49.98 @ Amazon
    | Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
    | Total (before mail-in rebates) | $1667.73
    | Mail-in rebates | -$60.00
    | Total | $1607.73
    | Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-10-01 02:36 EDT-0400 |
    
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    Breakdown:
    
    The R5 2600X is close to the i7 8700K in performance, while being significantly cheaper; the CPU is more affordable, the motherboard is more affordable, and it doesn't need an aftermarket CPU cooler. It is also capable of automatically overclocking itself via XFR 2 and Precision Boost 2. The stock Wraith Spire cooler it comes with is also exceptional.
    
    The R5 2600X doesn't need an aftermarket cooler. Also the Hyper 212 Evo isn't a great cooler for the i7 8700K. Something considerably stronger like the Thermalright Macho Rev. B ($50) or the Scythe Fuma ($47) would be a lot more fittting for the i7 8700K.
    
    B450 mobo for Ryzen.
    
    Ryzen works best with fast memory, so I chose 3000Mhz.
    
    You chose the older version of the Barracuda, so I chose the newer one.
    
    Upgraded the GTX 1080 to the GTX 1080 Ti.
    
    Got a higher quality power supply that is also more affordable.
    
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    Q&A Time
    
    > Only thing left is a monitor so if anyone can help me pick between
    >
    > BenQ GL2706PQ Black 27” 1ms (GTG) 60Hz 1440p Gaming Monitor 350 cd/m2, 20M:1 DCR, HDMI, Display Port, Speakers, Height Adjustable, VESA Mountable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ZSvSBb65CVW8M
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    > And
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    > ASUS PB277Q 27" WQHD 2560x1440 75Hz 1ms HDMI DVI VGA Eye Care Monitor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EN3Z7QQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_oTvSBb928YGZN
    
    Since I shaved $143.25 off of your initial build while also making it it noticeably stronger, you can put the extra money towards getting a better monitor.
    
    Here's my suggestion below.
    
    PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant
    
    Type|Item|Price
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    Monitor | Dell - S2716DG 27.0" 2560x1440 144Hz Monitor | $462.00 @ Amazon
    | Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
    | Total | $462.00
    | Generated by PCPartPicker 2018-10-01 02:38 EDT-0400 |
    
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    Monitor Breakdown:
    
    This is a 27" 1440p 144Hz TN G-Sync monitor.
    
    It has over twice the refresh rate of both of the monitors you selected, and comes with G-Sync.
    
    G-Sync is V-Sync without the input lag. It can make 40fps feel like 60fps, with the same logic applicable to higher refresh-rates (e.g. 100-144Hz). Nice technology that can make choppy gameplay feel buttery smooth.

Peripherals:

Type|Item|
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Mouse | Logitech G602
Mousepad | Logitech G440 Hard Gaming Mouse Pad
Keyboard | Corsair K70 RGB
Microphone | AT 2020 USB+
Microphone Stand | RODE PSA1 Swivel Mount Studio Microphone Boom Arm
Webcam | Logitech C920
LED strips | USB LED Lighting Strip for HDTV by SPE




PC Parts :

Type|Item|
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CPU | Intel - Core i7-8700K 3.7GHz 6-Core Processor |
CPU Cooler | Fractal Design - Celsius S24 87.6 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler |
Motherboard | ASRock - Z370 Killer SLI/ac ATX LGA1151 Motherboard |
Memory | G.Skill - Ripjaws V Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory |
Storage | Samsung - 960 EVO 500GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive |
Storage | Seagate - FireCuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Hybrid Internal Hard Drive |
Video Card | MSI GeForce RTX 2080 TI GAMING X TRIO Video Card |
Case | Fractal Design - Meshify C TG ATX Mid Tower Case |
Power Supply | EVGA - SuperNOVA G3 850W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply |
Monitor | BenQ GL2706PQ Black 27” 1ms (GTG) 60Hz 1440p | $277.00 @ Amazon
Monitor | Asus - PG279Q ROG Swift 27.0" 2560x1440 165Hz Monitor |

Hey, The_MonBear,

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https://pcpartpicker.com/list/Ffhb3b Will provide you with a PC that is compatible with and without your hypothetical 980TI, and will also have an SSD in case the one you use for your Xbox does not have matching connectors or SATA ports (don't know why, but some add-ons are strange and are incompatible with certain setups.) It also provides a setup that is very clean are cable-management friendly, as I have friends who have used this case in similar mid-range builds.

If you want, I included a reliable Flash drive for transferring files and booting a copy of windows off of.

If you need to have a more in-depth guide on your building process that uses near-identical components t this PC, I recommend Joey delgado's Ryzen 5 2600 build ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98ujnl1_hW0)

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The 580 and the 980Ti have very similar performance outputs, but depending on your budget and your card type, buy a free sync monitor (AMD GPU but about +$50 per 60/144/240 Hz increase) or G-sync (Nvidia but a ~$200 + every 60/144/240 Hz upgrade)

A 1440p 144Hz monitor would not fit in your budget, as it would make your build $1100+ save it be some very unreliable purchases. If you want any monitors I have a few I'd recommend:

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1080p 75Hz: https://www.amazon.com/Sceptre-E248W-19203R-Monitor-Speakers-Metallic/dp/B0773ZY26F/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=1080p+to+hz+monitor&qid=1556595028&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

1080p 144Hz: https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-Response-Equalizer-Vibrance-Adjustable/dp/B01H5KKQTM/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=1080p+to+hz+monitor&qid=1556595028&s=gateway&sr=8-3

1440p 60Hz: https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GL2706PQ-Black-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=1440p+60hz&qid=1556595119&s=gateway&sr=8-1

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You can use windows without a product key, you just will have a watermark in the right-hand corner of the screen at all times. if you NEED a product key, I recommend you use a reputable site that someone else or yourself may research, otherwise you just have watermarked windows with fewer customization options.

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Hope you find this build guide very helpful!

I have been running 2 1080 and one 1440 monitor for a while now and I have never had any problem with my 1060 6gb I have it slightly overclocked but nothing crazy. I use a tv as my 4K just for Netflix YouTube etc. when I’m in bed but I would recommend the Ben q 27inch monitor it’s only around 250-280 on Amazon. BenQ GL2706PQ Black 27” 1ms (GTG) 60Hz 1440p Gaming Monitor 350 cd/m2, 20M:1 DCR, HDMI, Display Port, Speakers, Height Adjustable, VESA Mountable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_IXrXCbENANZK9

This monitor Would pair great with that build, would work for gaming and its cheaper then the monitor you posted.

Ha, point taken about the overclocking/PSU. I updated build with the H500 case and a dialed down PSU. What GPU would you recommend?

Or, this monitor fees like an affordable option for 1440p. It seems like the jump from 1080 to 1440 would be noticeable (aka very pleasing to me lol).

BenQ GL2706PQ 27 inch 1440p Gaming Monitor | 1 ms (GtG) response time https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_StaXDb74VEAT0

But Ive been looking at this one
BenQ GL2706PQ Black 27” 1ms (GTG) 60Hz 1440p Gaming Monitor 350 cd/m2, 20M:1 DCR, HDMI, Display Port, Speakers, Height Adjustable, VESA Mountable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_lJvSBb439CQKF

If I were to get a 1440p monitor I would get a 1440p 144hz one. I have links for both types below:

Benq 1440p, 144hz

Benq 1440p

The 144hz 1440p one is on sale right now for a pretty good price.

How about the BenQ GW2765HT instead of the BenQ GL2706PQ? It is IPS.

This 1440p is $100 less although you may be better off with this 1080p monitor as it has 144hz and wouldn't bottleneck the 2070 too bad.

take a look at this one:

https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GL2706PQ-Black-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

it's a great budget monitor if you're happy staying at 60hz. sounds like you're more concerned about graphics quality/resolution, so im not sure a 1080 could reach 100+ fps on AAA games anyway (with high graphic settings). i wouldn't recommend getting anything smaller than 27 inches for 1440p. note that it's a TN panel, so color accuracy and viewing angles won't be as good as va/ips. but VA and IPS panels will increase the cost, most likely beyond your current budget.

https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GL2706PQ-Black-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1542145665&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=benq+1440+27+1ms

That is what I would recommend. Has everything you mentioned at a reasonable price. Only downside in my opinion is it doesn't use an IPS panel

What's ur budget? I use this as I also watch alot of movies and like bigger screens. It's been great for me!
https://www.amazon.ca/BenQ-GL2706PQ-Flicker-Free-Adjustable-2560x1440/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=asc_df_B06XDQ2RRQ/?tag=googlemobshop-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=293011771352&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=18361012604507276876&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9000796&hvtargid=pla-526915438292&psc=1

Anyone else experience the no signal found issues mentioned on this monitor?

BenQ GL2706PQ 27 inch 1440p Gaming Monitor | 1 ms (GtG) response time https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ob-IDbGVGDK5W

https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GL2706PQ-Black-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?adgrpid=54527590965&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrMfQxfK_4wIViR-tBh1FLQTdEAAYASAAEgJvEPD_BwE&hvadid=274680125403&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9032177&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11641632333455148972&hvtargid=kwd-296242265969&hydadcr=20130_9346183&keywords=benq+144hz+monitor&qid=1563501928&s=gateway&sr=8-4

BenQ GL2706PQ is 60hz TN. I'd pick ViewSonic VA2719-2K-SMHD 60hz IPS.

Here you go. The prices for a lot of parts went up today. I think companies are marking up prices to get ready for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. I am 90% sure you will get this build under $2000 if they go on sale. I spent $200 over your budget. If that is a problem you can downgrade the 1440p 144hz 1ms monitor to a [1ms 1440p 60hz monitor] (https://www.amazon.com/BenQ-GL2706PQ-Black-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B06XDQ2RRQ/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1510870349&sr=1-4&keywords=1440p+monitor&dpID=41RSV7QVO9L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch) or a [144hz 1080p 1ms monitor] (https://www.amazon.com/VG248QE-1920x1080-144Hz-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B00B2HH7G0/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1510870238&sr=1-2&keywords=1080p+144hz+1ms&dpID=51vaAMnyuSL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch).
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant. The cooler should be good enough if you decide to overclock but I did not put liquid cooling since you don't know how to overclock. The CPU cooler should be good enough for moderate overclocking and I only suggest you get liquid cooling if you learn how to overclock or find a really good deal. (liquid cooling is expensive af)

 

Type|Item|Price
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CPU | Intel - Core i7-7700K 4.2GHz Quad-Core Processor | $315.00 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler | Cooler Master - Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler | $24.39 @ OutletPC
Motherboard | MSI - Z270 GAMING M3 ATX LGA1151 Motherboard | $120.39 @ OutletPC
Memory | Crucial - Ballistix Sport LT 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory | $172.94 @ Amazon
Storage | Samsung - 850 EVO-Series 250GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $94.99 @ B&H
Storage | Seagate - Barracuda 2TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $66.88 @ OutletPC
Video Card | EVGA - GeForce GTX 1080 8GB FTW Gaming ACX 3.0 Video Card | $574.99 @ SuperBiiz
Case | Cooler Master - Storm Stryker (White) ATX Full Tower Case | $119.99 @ Newegg
Power Supply | EVGA - SuperNOVA G2 750W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply | $107.89 @ OutletPC
Operating System | Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit | $88.89 @ OutletPC
Monitor | Dell - S2716DG 27.0" 2560x1440 144Hz Monitor | $509.76 @ Amazon
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $2286.11
| Mail-in rebates | -$90.00
| Total | $2196.11
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-11-16 17:09 EST-0500 |

 

Also if you want you could upgrade the GPU to a [GTX 1080 TI] (https://www.amazon.com/EVGA-Optimized-Interlaced-Graphics-11G-P4-6393-KR/dp/B06Y11DFZ3/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1510870489&sr=1-2&keywords=gtx+1080ti&dpID=518eCm%252BMQ0L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch) which will last you for 4-5 years estimated. I don't really recommend getting a GTX 1080 TI unless you plan to do 4k gaming or if you can find one for really cheap during the sales.