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Both monitors feature IPS panels with accurate colors and wide viewing angles, making them suitable for photography. However, neither has any notable photography-specific features.
The BenQ GW2790C has a higher 144Hz refresh rate compared to the Kreo Obsidian's 60Hz, making it better suited for fast-paced gaming.
The Kreo Obsidian's QHD resolution provides more detailed visuals compared to the BenQ GW2790C's Full HD, making it a better choice for everyday use.
| 1 x USB Type-C, 1 x USB 3.0 | USB Ports | No USB Port |
| — | USB Port Details | — |
| — | Headphone Jack | Yes |
| Display Port v1.2 | Display Port | Display Port v1.4 |
| HDMI v1.4 Port | HDMI | HDMI v2.0 Port |
| 2Wx2 | Speakers | 2W x 2 |
| — | Other Features | — |
| -5˚ - 20˚ | Stand Tilt | — |
| 100x100 mm | Wall Mounting | 100×100mm |
| Yes | HDCP Support | Yes |
| https://www.amazon.com/s?k=BenQ%20GW2790C%2027%20inch%20Full%20HD%20LED%20Monitor&tag=10274805-20 | Buy Now | https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Kreo%20Obsidian%2027I100Q%2027%20inch%20QHD%20Monitor&tag=10274805-20 |
| 27 inches display | IPS | 1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD) | 144Hz | 5 ms response | 16.7 million | Key Difference | 27 inches display | IPS | 2560 x 1440 pixels (QHD) | 100Hz | 4 ms response | 100% sRGB |
| Launched | Launch Status | Launched |
| 8.7 | Rating | 8.1 |
| 71 | Votes | 107 |
| BenQ GW2790C 27 inch Full HD LED Monitor is a 27 in IPS Monitor. It has a 1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD) resolution and a 144 Hz refresh rate. It has a 5 ms response time and Adaptive Sync support. Notable features include USB-C, HDMI v1.4, DisplayPort v1.2, Anti-Glare and Built-in Speakers. | Description | Kreo Obsidian 27I100Q 27 inch QHD Monitor is a 27 in IPS Monitor. It has a 2560 x 1440 pixels (QHD) resolution and a 100 Hz refresh rate. It has a 4 ms response time and Adaptive Sync support. Notable features include HDMI v2.0, DisplayPort v1.4, Anti-Glare, Built-in Speakers and Headphone Jack. |
| BenQ | Brand | Kreo |
| GW2790C | Model | 27I100Q |
| 612 x 368 x 65 mm | Dimensions | — |
| 207 mm | Depth with Stand | — |
| 450 mm | Height with Stand | — |
| 4.4 kg | Weight | — |
| — | Weight with Stand | — |
| IPS | Panel Type | IPS |
| Flat | Form Factor | Flat |
| — | Warranty | 2.19 years Warranty |
| 27 inches | Size | 27 inches |
| ~ 82 PPI | PPI | — |
| 16:9 | Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Yes | Anti Glare Screen | Yes |
| — | Features | HDR10 Support |
| 1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD) | Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels (QHD) |
| 144 Hz | Max Refresh Rate | 100 Hz |
| 1500:1 | Contrast Ratio | 1300:1 |
| 5 ms | Response Time | 4 ms |
| 300 nits | Brightness | 300 nits |
| LED Backlit Backlight | Backlight | — |
| Yes, AMD FreeSync | Adaptive Sync | Yes, FreeSync, G-Sync |
| 16.7 million | Color Gamut | 100% sRGB |
| 178 ° | Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| 178 ° | Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
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