Question 1

Are speakers built in?

Accepted Answer

No, speakers are not built in. There is a headphone jack but that's the closest you're getting to audio output.

Question 2

Is it an IPS monitor?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, this monitor is not an IPS monitor.

Question 3

Hey I just bought this monitor and I was wondering if your S Switch worked or if you managed to get it working because mine doesn't seem to do anything, and in a review I watched the reviewer mentioned that his didn't work either. While I'm asking about that, I was wondering if you tried the display pilot software because that seemed pretty non-functional for my monitor as well (game loadouts and the like)
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Thanks

Accepted Answer

Pess T, I returned mine back to NewEgg, I could never get the s-switch to work plus I had one big dead pixel in the center of my screen. I could see it when displaying white or bright screens. I just got mine replacement and the s-switch is working on this unit. If the s-switch is the only thing not working and you got a perfect screen (no dead pixel) you may want to call Benq and ask for a replacement for another s-switch. I know how big of a pain it is to send the whole monitor just to replace a usb model (s-switch). Hope this help you out!

Question 4

Does the monitor only have a Display port connector? or what The picture shows: 1- DVI, 2-HDMI and 1-Display Port ?

Accepted Answer

It has 2 x HDMIs, 1 DVI, and 1 Monitor Port.

FYI, I have not been able to get the motor to function in any mode other than G-sync when hooked up to the Display Port. It has been to early to tell what causes it, but you can have it hooked to your video card with 2 cables if you need to switch between modes (I have never had the need).

Worth it though. I don't think I can ever go back to non-G-sync! Just make sure your games are capped at 120fps for optimum mouse/keyboard reaction.

Question 5

hz?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as stated above, this monitor does support 144hz refresh rate.  It is, however, important to note that in order to take advantage of the G-Sync feature, you will need to use the DisplayPort.  This might be common knowledge to many, but it was an unfortunate surprise to me.

Also, I just want to say that the picture on this monitor and the way it displays games makes it worth every single penny.  I'll never be able to go back to a 60hz monitor, and G-Sync is amazing.  I absolutely love this monitor.  My girlfriend thought I played a lot of video games before, but now that I have this monitor, I game 200% more often.  Sorry, GF!  :)

Question 6

Is there input lag when playing at 60Hz Refresh Rate? More specifically, with games that aren't really gpu intensive like Counter-Strike: GO and Payday 2?

Accepted Answer

I have not noticed any input lag at the 60hz Refresh rate.  But input lag also depends on whether or not you are using a wireless mouse or keyboard.  A wireless you will notice input lag a wired there's none that I notice.

Question 7

Will it work with a mDP with the g-sync?

Accepted Answer

Gsync only works with a gsync enabled graphics cards and through the display port connection Which both the graphics card and monitor will have connectors for. This monitor comes with a DP cable so you wont have to buy one. And as long as you gave a gsync enabled card you will be good to go.

Question 8

I've just setup my monitor, but on both g-sync mode and classic (using display port or hdmi respectively) the monitor boots up to a green screen and I can't do anything. Does anyone know what's going on? The instruction manual leaves a lot to be desired.

Accepted Answer

gsync engine will only work through display port if you have it in that mode. Which I am guessing you do or why would you buy this monitor.

Question 9

Is this VESA compatible? Thanks!

Accepted Answer

There are four VESA screw mounts on the back of the monitor that are exposed when you detach it from the stand.  They sit in the slight indentation where the stand presses against the monitor.

Brand	BenQ
Series	XL Series
Model	XL2420G
Cabinet Color	Black

Screen Size	24"
Widescreen	Yes
LED Backlight	Yes
Panel	TN
Adaptive Sync Technology	NVIDIA G-Sync
Resolution	1920 x 1080
Brightness	350 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio	DCR 12,000,000:1 (1000:1)
Response Time	1 ms
Display Colors	16.7 Million
Monitor Pixel Density	0.276mm

Input Video Compatibility	Digital
DisplayPort	1
Video Ports	1 x DisplayPort

Stand Adjustments	Pivot: 90° Swivel (left/right): 35/35 Tilt (down/up): -5/20 Height Adjustment (mm): 130mm (able to pull down to the base)
VESA Compatibility - Mountable	100 x 100mm

Dimensions (H x W x D)	20.30" X 22.40" X 5.80" w/ stand 13.20" x 22.40" x 2.40" w/o stand
Weight	13.40 lbs.

BenQ XL2420G Black 24” 1ms (GTG) Widescreen LED Backlight LCD G-SYNC 3D Monitor, 350 cd/m2, USB Hub, Low Blue Light, Motion Blur Reduction

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