If competitive gaming is your top priority and you're willing to invest more, the BenQ XL2566K with its high refresh rate and fast response time excels in that area. However, if you're focused on tasks like photo editing or you value better color accuracy and viewing angles for general use, the Lenovo G24-20 is a budget-friendly choice with an IPS panel that offers such benefits. The BenQ might not be the best for media consumption or productivity due to its limited color and viewing angles, while the Lenovo, despite being good for general use, may not satisfy the demands of competitive gamers. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the BenQ XL2566K (TN)
Excellent for competitive gaming
Best in class refresh rate
Very good response time
Advantages of the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS)
The Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) has no clear advantages over the BenQ XL2566K (TN).
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
9.2/10
5.7/10
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
5.2 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
20 - 360 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 165 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
No
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) is excellent for competitive gaming, while the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$599
$195
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) has a price of $599 and the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) costs $195.
Print Photo Editing
No
Yes
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) is not suitable for print photo editing while the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
5.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
1131:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
N/A
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
N/A
Matte
COATING
Matte
The BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Productivity
4.8/10
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
92 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) and BenQ XL2566K (TN) are both poor for productivity.
Media Consumption
5.1/10
5.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
1131:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
303 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
N/A
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) and BenQ XL2566K (TN) are both poor for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) are not suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the BenQ XL2566K (TN) and the Lenovo G24-20 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"It’s not for everyone in the same way that a top fuel dragster isn’t everyone’s perfect daily driver. The BenQ Zowie XL2566K succeeds in delivering the fastest, sharpest and smoothest display for pro FPS players and that’s all it wanted to do. Its other limitations and premium price tag mean it’s a bespoke tool for a niche market, rather than another general gaming monitor for those who like playing games."
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