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BenQ EX3203R

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Pros

  • better color accuracy and viewing angles
  • the viewing angles and color uniformity are acceptable for a VA panel
  • It feels extremely well designed and high quality

Cons

  • HDR
  • slightly slower response time and lack of Gsync capability makes
  • the monitor is already quite expensive

Key specs

  • 144 Hz
  • LED
  • 4 ms
  • Curved
  • 31.5 in
  • 400 cd/m²
  • 16

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BenQ EX3203R - Pros & Cons

BenQ EX3203R

Pros

  • better color accuracy and viewing angles
  • the viewing angles and color uniformity are acceptable for a VA panel
  • It feels extremely well designed and high quality
  • Packaging is top notch and the product arrived in perfect condition
  • The components inside are well packaged and everything feels well secured inside the box
  • minimalistic and elegant design
  • The buttons are quite snappy and easy to press
  • the rich colors and excellent contrast ratio
  • device's colors are well-maintained
  • Brightness and Contrast modes are self-explanatory
  • the colors were great and its overall image quality was

Cons

  • HDR
  • slightly slower response time and lack of Gsync capability makes
  • the monitor is already quite expensive
  • deep curvature difficult for non-media related
  • lack of built-in speakers and a VESA transfer kit
  • backlight bleeding at 50% brightness
  • it does not deliver a true HDR experience
  • The display eats up a significant chunk of both blue and yellow
  • s just a touch too long
  • brightness also varies heavily across the monitor
  • this space has not transitioned seamlessly to 4K or HDR

BenQ EX3203R - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
31.5 in
Best:
Acer UM.PB1EE.A01
Screen size: 282 in
IconResponse time
4 ms
Best:
JVC LM-H191
Response time: 0.01 ms
IconBrightness
400 cd/m²
Best:
DynaScan DS321LR4
Brightness: 25000 cd/m²
IconWeight
8100 g
Best:
BenQ GL2450HM
Weight: 0 g

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BenQ EX3203R - Full Specifications

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General
Screen size31.5 in
Brightness400.0 cd/m²
Aspect ratio16:9
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Dimensions
Height adjustment2.36 in
Height (without stand)17.22 in
Height with stand21.1 in
Depth (with stand)8.81 in
Depth (without stand)3.27 in
Width (with stand)28.06 in
Weight285.72 oz
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Image properties
Supported graphics resolutions2560 x 1440
Refresh rate144.0 Hz
HD typeQuad HD
Display number of colours16.78 million colours
Colour depth (per channel)8.0 bit
Colour gamut (Adobe RGB)90.0 %
Dynamic contrast ratio20000000:1
Contrast ratio3000:1
Display technologyLED
BacklightLED
Panel typeVA
Response time (GtG)4.0 ms
Response time4.0 ms
Pixel size0.01 in
Viewing angle (horizontal)178.0 °
Viewing angle (vertical)178.0 °
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Compatibility
3D support (3D-Ready)no
Adaptive synchronizationyes
HDRyes
Type of VESA mount100x100mm
Sync technologyAMD Freesync
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black,Silver
  • Grey
Panel designCurved
Built-in USB hubyes
Built-in camerano
Built-in speakersno
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Connectivity
DisplayPortyes
DVI Portno
HDCPyes
HDMIyes
HDMI ports quantity2
HDMI version2.0
Headphone outputyes
Headphone outputs quantity1
DisplayPort version1.4
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Features
Tiltableyes
Cable lock slotyes
Flicker freeyes
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Power
Energy efficiency classG

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BenQ EX3203R BenQ - Editorial Reviews (18)

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BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R review - AMD's FreeSync2 HDR put to the test - The Tech Revolutionist
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The Tech Revolutionist
Published: 15.03.2019
BenQ EX3203R review - AMD's FreeSync2 HDR put to the test - The Tech Revolutionist

Known for their quality control, BenQ has a great track record when it comes to building reliable monitors. That is why we are excited to try out the new BenQ EX3203R, which boasts a high 144Hz refresh rate in a larger than typical 31.5-inch HDR QHD display. Let us take you through what caught our…

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R Curved Gaming Monitor Review - The Streaming Blog
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The Streaming Blog
Published: 27.03.2019
BenQ EX3203R Curved Gaming Monitor Review - The Streaming Blog
5.0

BenQ is one of the companies that produces a large number of PC monitors that range from budget to high-end models that are designed specifically for the

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R monitor review — All of the features with disappointing HDR
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VentureBeat
Published: 29.10.2018
BenQ EX3203R monitor review — All of the features with disappointing HDR
0.2

PC gaming is finally getting consistent HDR support, but are monitor manufacturers holding up their end of the bargain? BenQ is trying.

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R review: A 32-inch curved monitor with HDR and FreeSync
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Techaeris
Published: 13.06.2019
BenQ EX3203R review: A 32-inch curved monitor with HDR and FreeSync
4.6

The BenQ EX3203R offers great features for gaming like FreeSync2, HDR, and 144Hz refresh rates.

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R Is the Ultimate 144Hz HDR Curved Gaming Monitor
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MakeUseOf
Published: 21.09.2018
BenQ EX3203R Is the Ultimate 144Hz HDR Curved Gaming Monitor
5.0

BenQ have once again built a stunning monitor with the EX3203R. Strangely named, but lacking nothing in features, this might just be the ultimate 1440p gaming monitor.

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R Review – 144Hz HDR Monitor with FreeSync 2 and...
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MonitorNerds | Gaming Monitor Reviews
Published: 03.09.2018
BenQ EX3203R Review – 144Hz HDR Monitor with FreeSync 2 and...
4.8

The BenQ EX3203R fulfills the need for a big screen to create a perception of immersion to enhance gaming and entertainment experiences

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R review
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TechRadar
Published: 28.09.2018
BenQ EX3203R review
4.0

Does a little bit of HDR go a long way?

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R Monitor Review
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T3 Middle East
Published: 08.09.2019
BenQ EX3203R Monitor Review

The BenQ EX3203R is no different - it’s a mid-range monitor that comes in a curved 32-inch design that's made for normal usage or gaming

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R Review
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PCMAG
Published: 26.11.2019
BenQ EX3203R Review
3.5

The BenQ EX3203R is a 32-inch entertainment monitor with a bright image, accurate colors, and some good gaming features.

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R monitor review
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pcgamer
Published: 11.03.2019
BenQ EX3203R monitor review

A poor fit for gaming, on paper, but a low-priced powerhouse in reality.

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R 32 inch Curved Monitor Review - Tech Geek Nelson
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Tech Geek Nelson
Published: 17.12.2018
BenQ EX3203R 32 inch Curved Monitor Review - Tech Geek Nelson

This monitor replaced my dual setup and I don’t see myself going back to it anytime soon! Unboxing Lets start off with what is inside of the box. Other than the EX3203R monitor itself, You get a HDMI cable, One USB-C cable, 1 Displayport cable, and the power supply. Getting a big screen monitor is fun until …

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R Review
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RelaxedTech
Published: 09.09.2018
BenQ EX3203R Review
4.8

Today we are reviewing the BenQ EX3203R which is an elegant 32-inch HDR400 monitor that comes equipped with a curved display designed to provide an immersive gaming experience. The BenQ EX3203R retails for $700 on Amazon and comes with 3 years of warranty.

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R monitor review: Solid 1440p gaming with HDR support
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Windows Central
Published: 22.11.2019
BenQ EX3203R monitor review: Solid 1440p gaming with HDR support
4.0

Gorgeous curved monitor with FreeSync 2.

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R Review « TOP NEW Review
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TOP NEW Review
Published: 07.11.2018
BenQ EX3203R Review « TOP NEW Review
4.3

It's hard to argue with a 32in monitor comes with HDR support, a 144Hz refresh rate, support for active sync in games and even an 1800R curve to wrap its

BenQ EX3203R BenQ EX3203R review: Is this the £499 HDR gaming monitor you’ve been waiting for?
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Expert Reviews
Published: 16.08.2018
BenQ EX3203R review: Is this the £499 HDR gaming monitor you’ve been waiting for?
4.0

BenQ’s EX3203R combines HDR, Freesync 2 and a great set of features – but the competition is tough

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