BenQ ZOWIE XL2740 Computer Monitor

Comes with built-in speakers.

HDR (High Dynamic Range) The benefits of HDR are best revealed on a display with a high peak brightness capability which allows them to present images with more realistic lighting and highlights. Very effective HDR can also reproduce fine gradations of shadow detail from black to white, and display a wider range of colors. Ineffective HDR presents images that are no better than regular standard dynamic range (SDR) TVs.

Only models with the official VESA DisplayHDR logo with its respective performance level are actually VESA DisplayHDR certified. The current levels are 400, 500, 600 and 1000.

Description of any notable additional features the unit provides.

The size of the monitor's screen, measured diagonally in inches.

The maximum frame per second (FPS) of the gaming monitor.

The adaptive sync technology that may be implemented in the the gaming monitor settings. The feature seeks to synchronize the monitor and graphics card by eliminating screen tearing due to a mismatch in frames per second (FPS).

Game Modes is a selectable feature that optimizes image settings and responsiveness of the gaming monitor. Presets and customizable options are typically available for modes such as First Person Shooter (FPS), Real Time Strategy (RTS), etc and may include standard desktop display modes.

The maximum native resolution of the display.

8 Bit = 16M Colors, 10 Bit = 1 Billion Colors

The appearance of the monitor's screen. A glossy screen has a mirror-like finish that some may prefer; it helps preserve the deep black in dark images, image detail, and contrast in certain lighting conditions -- but finger smears can be more visible than for a matte finish. A matte screen is better for avoiding glare in rooms with many lights.

TN vs. IPS vs. PLS vs. VA display types each have intrinsic pros and cons affecting viewing angle.

The monitor's height is adjustable.

The gaming monitor allows the ability to rotate 90 degrees, from a landscape to portrait mode, which is especially useful for viewing more of Web pages or text documents.

Monitor warranty period in years.

DisplayPort is a new form of digital audio/video connection.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a digital audio/video connection found on TVs, monitors, Blu-ray players, DVD players, receivers, cameras and digital TV tuners. it carries audio and video signals on the same cable. HDMI supports a range of standard- and high-definition video formats, although it can vary for each product. HDMI supports up to eight channels of uncompressed, 24-bit/192kHz audio. HDMI version 1.3, doubled the bandwidth of its predecessor (HDMI 1.2), and added support for 30-, 36- and 48-bit color depth and a new "xvYCC" color standard, as well as the new Dolby True HD and DTS-HD Master lossless audio formats (See "Dolby True HD" and "DTS-HD Master Audio") used in Blu-ray discs. HDMI version 1.4 added full support for 3D television, an audio return path, and ethernet network connection.

DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is one kind of possible digital video input found on monitors and computers. The DVI connection requires its own specialized cable. DVI supports a range of standard- and high-definition video formats, although it can vary for each product. DVI allows content providers to limit the quality of the component video outputs, and your ability to record the content. Unlike HDMI, DVI requires a separate audio cable to carry the audio signals. HDMI has become the preferred connection method instead of DVI, component, etc., as it carries audio and video signals on the same cable.

VGA (Video Graphics Array) is the analog video computer display connection. It employs a 15-pin D-subminiature VGA connector.

3.5mm analog audio output/headphone jack.

Other connections may include line audio and other convenience peripherals.