From digital vision to tangible reality

Exclusive screen-to-print solution
The SW242Q is provided with a special anti-reflective coating that minimizes annoying glare and makes the screen look like paper. Together with the Paper Color Sync software, it allows you to transfer your work seamlessly from the screen to the print.

Fine-coated panel
Reflection-free retouching
The SW242Q is certified as reflection-free by TüV Rheinland and has a special anti-reflective coating that effectively prevents glare and reflections. This authentically simulates the texture of paper on the screen, even under varying lighting conditions.

Fine-coated panel
Precise soft proofing
With color consistency that realistically simulates paper texture on the screen and paper color synchronization for precise printing results, BenQ offers unparalleled color quality that exceeds the industry standard.

The AQCOLOR advantage
BenQ's AQCOLOR technology guarantees extremely precise color reproduction, so that colors are displayed exactly as they should appear in reality. Led by an experienced color expert, the BenQ team has actively participated in the developments of the ICC* and ISO** to establish important standards and guidelines for color accuracy. The SW242Q impresses with color fidelity of Delta E ? 1.5 and the practical BenQ ICCsync function, which ensures out-of-the-box and easily accessible color accuracy. Thanks to the 16-bit 3D lookup table (LUT), the color mixing is further optimized, resulting in exceptionally precise color reproduction.

* International Color Consortium
**International Organization for Standardization

Third Generation Uniformity Technology
Experience consistently precise color accuracy and consistently uniform brightness on every panel.

Accuracy Guarantee
BenQ PhotoVue monitors are known for their outstanding color accuracy and offer comprehensive certifications such as Calman Verified, Pantone Validated and Pantone SkinTone Validated. These awards underline the excellent color fidelity that creative professionals expect from BenQ. The SW242Q monitor also supports the world's leading video calibration software Calman and ColourSpace. Thanks to the ability to customize your display's 3D LUT (Lookup Table), the monitor guarantees the highest precision and consistency in all color nuances.

Simplified hardware calibration with precision
Calibrate your monitor effortlessly with BenQ's exclusive Palette Master Ultimate hardware calibration software. Select the color space via the intuitive user interface and achieve optimal color accuracy and consistency in just three easy steps.

Pantone Connect Premium
Go digital with BenQ, the first brand to collaborate with Pantone on a mobile app. As an owner of a BenQ Professional Monitor, whether new or existing, you get one year of free access to Pantone Connect Premium – for digital, mobile color accuracy and consistency.

Video Format Support
The SW242Q offers professional users outstanding video results thanks to HDR support and a wide range of video formats.

SDI to HDMI Device Compatibility
Connect your SDI devices to the monitor to ensure stable and uncompressed signal transmission and true image 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.

HDR10 Support
HDR10 compatibility allows you to preview the HDR effect of video content during the editing process for best results.

P3 Color Preview
The wider P3 color coverage delivers true colors so you can get an accurate preview of your video projects.

Chroma sampling support
Combined with the above video formats, the SW242Q supports 4:4:4, 4:2:2 and 4:2:0 sampling to determine monitor fidelity.

Expand your Mac devices
The monitor transfers data quickly and delivers up to 90W of power. Thunderbolt 3/4 devices are easily connected to BenQ displays thanks to USB-C compatibility, enabling a consistent and seamless way of working.

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GO GREEN: A vision of sustainability
BenQ uses environmentally friendly practices in product development, underlining its commitment to sustainability. BenQ's professional monitors integrate environmentally conscious technologies, recycled materials and energy-efficient design.