This one is a quick review of the newly launched [still unlisted on Benq INDIA] Benq G2420 a slight upgrade to the already existent G2412. I will try to write the review to help anyone in confusion to buy an LCD in the 24 inch segment which has recently become very affordable.
I am sure by the end of the review you will be able to contemplate why I closed in on this specific piece , since that seems to be the major problem with so many monitors to chose from in the 11.5k – 12.5 k segment. No doubt each monitor has its pros n cons and no monitor is the best , its just a matter of convenience at the end of the day.
So without much-a-due lets get started with the UNBOXING ! :hap2:
PS : My first Review EVER !
[BREAK=Unboxing : Revealing the Package]
The basic carton , standard packing. Came neatly packed with cables tidily tucked in pockets in the packing. Whole thing weighed around 6.5 Kgs.
Came with the following accessories :
From Left-To-Right
1. Standard POWER Cable
2. DVI CABLE :hap2:
3. VGA Cable
4. Manual , Installation Kit
So the DVI cable is bundled along with the Monitor, seems to be a standard now with BENQ products. :cool2:
Finally ! Out with the old , In with the NEW is what I always say :ashamed:
[BREAK=Technical Specs]
Here are the Technical specs :
Some observations straight away :
1. The Size mentioned is full 24 Inches and not 23.56 as in G2412 and alike . Which is all BULLSHIT ! OR a marketing stunt maybe. Measure the area myself. It's LOGIC : If it is 16:9 it will be 23.6 inches ONLY !
2. Marginally higher pixel pitch , some .5 more.
3. The video Bandwidth is 210Mhz Vs 205 Mhz in G2412.
4. Has an HDMI port unlike the Samsung P2350.:hap2:
Now dont exactly know how all of this would affect the performance but numbers never hurt anyone
.Also these stats seem to vary with BenQ India and Global :S so most of these are as verified by the authorized dealer.
Comes with all 3 display options with multiple input with HDMI switching as well.
Buttons took a bit of time , but 20 mins down i was cruising through the menu.
Now lets hook it UP !
[BREAK=Entertainment Benchmarking]
16:9 panels are pure awesomeness for the 1080p prints and pretty decent for the 720p ones as well. I used the Default preset , as found it to be the most comfortable. However the dynamic contrast one was looking a bit better in animation movies. Brightness : 80 , Contrast : 45
Up - 720p
Animations are made to be watched in HD ! As proven by this super 720p rip of "UP".
Tropic Thunder - BDRIP
The Images do not do justice to the picture quality [and i ain't no photographer]. The greens in tropic thunder we uber real.
The Dark Knight - 720p
No problems with the light/dark spots while watching as well. The colors seamlessly gel into one another. No bleeding visible.Although i am not an expert when it comes to spotting bleeding. I am from the school of thought which believes in the fact " If it looks OK, chances are IT IS"
- 700MB rips are shit as expected. While the 2CD ones are watchable from a distance.
The viewing angles aint bad at all :
It can be tilted with a tolerance of 20 degrees which is pretty decent , you can always mount it on the wall for more awesomeness .
Note to self : Desi rippers dont know shit about HD encoding.
[BREAK=THE VERDICT]
At a cost of around 11.5 k it is definitely value for money. Did some research on the After sales for Benq and found it satisfactory plus the dealer was a treat to deal with. After so much of confusion I can say i am finally satisfied with what I have purchased.
Total Damages a la Pune :
- Monitor : Rs 11,700 [ Stupid Octroi ]
However , having said that I did not find conclusive evidence that would justify the price of G2420 over a G2412 , having marginal differences. Only thing is the 2420 is a newer panel and being new you expect it to be better. [ Yet , I ain't buying L4D2] So , make your own call on this one. But in any case both 2412 or 2420 are EXTREME VFM !
Pros :
1. 16:9 res is pure awesomeness for 1080 p movies.
2. Nice clean display with no apparent ghosting
3. Vibrant colors , perfect VFM for a TN panel
4. Blacks and Greys were seamless with no pixelation n bleeding.
Cons :
1. Buttons do take time to get used to.
2. Cost cutting in the ergonomics make the adjustment in position a bit tricky but is a one time process.
3. GAMING : You do feel bad when you have to step down on the settings to increase the FPS in games, but with better cards getting cheaper that is a temporary roadblock. However my HD4850 was able to handle most of the things that I threw at it at MED - High settings @ playable FPS :hap2:
DID not attach gaming screens as no point in doing that
I would like to give a BIG thanks to the TE community for stepping up as usual to help a fellow TEite decide on a good purchase. Thank you all for your feedback n responses to my numerous threads. I have tried to help other members as well during the course of my search for my LCD through all the knowledge that I had gained through TE and dealing with almost every respectable dealer in Pune , hope the review helps as well. My first one at that so wouldn't mind the criticism .
I am sure by the end of the review you will be able to contemplate why I closed in on this specific piece , since that seems to be the major problem with so many monitors to chose from in the 11.5k – 12.5 k segment. No doubt each monitor has its pros n cons and no monitor is the best , its just a matter of convenience at the end of the day.
So without much-a-due lets get started with the UNBOXING ! :hap2:
PS : My first Review EVER !
[BREAK=Unboxing : Revealing the Package]
The basic carton , standard packing. Came neatly packed with cables tidily tucked in pockets in the packing. Whole thing weighed around 6.5 Kgs.
Came with the following accessories :
From Left-To-Right
1. Standard POWER Cable
2. DVI CABLE :hap2:
3. VGA Cable
4. Manual , Installation Kit
So the DVI cable is bundled along with the Monitor, seems to be a standard now with BENQ products. :cool2:
Finally ! Out with the old , In with the NEW is what I always say :ashamed:
[BREAK=Technical Specs]
Here are the Technical specs :
Some observations straight away :
1. The Size mentioned is full 24 Inches and not 23.56 as in G2412 and alike . Which is all BULLSHIT ! OR a marketing stunt maybe. Measure the area myself. It's LOGIC : If it is 16:9 it will be 23.6 inches ONLY !
2. Marginally higher pixel pitch , some .5 more.
3. The video Bandwidth is 210Mhz Vs 205 Mhz in G2412.
4. Has an HDMI port unlike the Samsung P2350.:hap2:
Now dont exactly know how all of this would affect the performance but numbers never hurt anyone
.Also these stats seem to vary with BenQ India and Global :S so most of these are as verified by the authorized dealer. Comes with all 3 display options with multiple input with HDMI switching as well.
Buttons took a bit of time , but 20 mins down i was cruising through the menu.
Now lets hook it UP !
[BREAK=Entertainment Benchmarking]
16:9 panels are pure awesomeness for the 1080p prints and pretty decent for the 720p ones as well. I used the Default preset , as found it to be the most comfortable. However the dynamic contrast one was looking a bit better in animation movies. Brightness : 80 , Contrast : 45
Up - 720p
Animations are made to be watched in HD ! As proven by this super 720p rip of "UP".
Tropic Thunder - BDRIP
The Images do not do justice to the picture quality [and i ain't no photographer]. The greens in tropic thunder we uber real.
The Dark Knight - 720p
No problems with the light/dark spots while watching as well. The colors seamlessly gel into one another. No bleeding visible.Although i am not an expert when it comes to spotting bleeding. I am from the school of thought which believes in the fact " If it looks OK, chances are IT IS
"- 700MB rips are shit as expected. While the 2CD ones are watchable from a distance.
The viewing angles aint bad at all :
It can be tilted with a tolerance of 20 degrees which is pretty decent , you can always mount it on the wall for more awesomeness .
Note to self : Desi rippers dont know shit about HD encoding.
[BREAK=THE VERDICT]
At a cost of around 11.5 k it is definitely value for money. Did some research on the After sales for Benq and found it satisfactory plus the dealer was a treat to deal with. After so much of confusion I can say i am finally satisfied with what I have purchased.
Total Damages a la Pune :
- Monitor : Rs 11,700 [ Stupid Octroi ]
However , having said that I did not find conclusive evidence that would justify the price of G2420 over a G2412 , having marginal differences. Only thing is the 2420 is a newer panel and being new you expect it to be better. [ Yet , I ain't buying L4D2
] So , make your own call on this one. But in any case both 2412 or 2420 are EXTREME VFM ! Pros :
1. 16:9 res is pure awesomeness for 1080 p movies.
2. Nice clean display with no apparent ghosting
3. Vibrant colors , perfect VFM for a TN panel
4. Blacks and Greys were seamless with no pixelation n bleeding.
Cons :
1. Buttons do take time to get used to.
2. Cost cutting in the ergonomics make the adjustment in position a bit tricky but is a one time process.
3. GAMING : You do feel bad when you have to step down on the settings to increase the FPS in games, but with better cards getting cheaper that is a temporary roadblock. However my HD4850 was able to handle most of the things that I threw at it at MED - High settings @ playable FPS :hap2:
DID not attach gaming screens as no point in doing that
I would like to give a BIG thanks to the TE community for stepping up as usual to help a fellow TEite decide on a good purchase. Thank you all for your feedback n responses to my numerous threads. I have tried to help other members as well during the course of my search for my LCD through all the knowledge that I had gained through TE and dealing with almost every respectable dealer in Pune
, hope the review helps as well. My first one at that so wouldn't mind the criticism .
.
returned to shopkeeper, have to settle the bill thing. now Dell/Samsung Only. Last option would be benq replacement 
hyeah