BenQ SW242Q

SW242Q BenQ Monitor

Unique screen-to-print solution

The SW242Q uses a thin-coated anti-glare panel to eliminate glare. This gives you a visual experience of paper-like texture on screen and, in conjunction with Paper Color Sync software, gives you the ultimate editing experience to take your work from screen to print.

Thinly coated panel Glare-free retouching

Certified with TUV Rheinland certifications, the SW242Q uses a thin-coated anti-glare panel to eliminate glare and reflections. This gives you a visual experience of paper-like texture on screen, even in different types of ambient lighting.

Accurate color test

Offering the best creative experiences with color consistency to simulate on-screen paper texture and Paper Color Sync for accurate print output, BenQ has achieved unparalleled color performance beyond the industry standard.

The AQCOLOR Advantage

BenQ's AQCOLOR technology offers "accurate reproduction". This translates into the display of the original striking color. Led by an expert colorist, the BenQ team participated in the ICC* and ISO** to establish color-related standards and implementation guidelines. With Delta E ≤ 1.5 and BenQ ICCsync, the SW242Q delivers color accuracy out of the box. The 16-bit three-dimensional lookup table (LUT) enhances color mixing for accurate reproduction.

Third-generation uniformity technology

Create with confidence. Enjoy consistent color consistency and uniform shine on each panel.

Guaranteed accuracy

PhotoVue' BenQ monitors are accredited with Calman Verified, Pantone Validated, and Pantone SkinTone Validated certifications. Creative professionals demand excellence in color, and BenQ delivers it. In addition, the SW242Q is compatible with the world's leading video calibration software, Calman and ColourSpace. Adjust your display's 3D LUT (Lookup Table) for accuracy and consistency at all levels.

Simplified hardware calibration with precision

Calibrate your monitor effortlessly with BenQ's exclusive hardware calibration software, Palette Master Ultimate. Choose the color gamut through intuitive user interfaces and achieve optimal color consistency in just three simple steps.

Pantone Connect Premium

Go digital with BenQ, the first brand to collaborate with Pantone on a mobile app. As a current owner or new buyer of BenQ professional monitors, you get a free year of Pantone Connect Premium for digitally mobile color consistency and accuracy.

Compatible with video formats

The SW242Q helps professionals get the best results in video with HDR support and multiple video formats.

SDI to HDMI Device Support

Connect your SDI devices to the monitor for stable, uncompressed signal transmission and true-to-life video quality. *Black Magic Teranex Mini SDI to HDMI 12G, Black Magic Micro Converter SDI to HDMI, Black Magic DeckLink 4K Extreme 12G, AJA Hi5 12G, AJA KONA5.

Compatible HDR10

HDR10 support makes it perfect for previewing the HDR effect of video content during the editing process for the best results.

Chrominance Sampling Support

Combined with the video format compatibilities mentioned above, the SW242Q supports 4:4:4, 4:2:2, and 4:2:0 sampling to determine monitor fidelity.

Expand your Mac devices

Fast to transfer various data and provide power up to 90W. Your Thunderbolt 3/4 devices are compatible with USB-C on BenQ displays, ensuring consistent and uninterrupted work efficiency.

Unleash your creativity comfortably

Position your monitor for optimal comfort. With a variety of tilt, swivel, and pivot control points, whether you're working on design or presenting your ideas to clients, there's always a right place and the right angle to do it.