Monitors / Comparison
BenQ BENQGW2255 vs NEC AS242W-BK
Monitor · BenQ
BenQ BENQGW2255
21.5″ · 1920×1080 · 60 Hz · TNEntry level
Refresh rate15
Resolution55
Panel50
Response time43
VS
Monitor · NEC
NEC AS242W-BK
23.6″ · 1920×1080 · 60 Hz · TNEntry level
Refresh rate15
Resolution55
Panel50
Response time50
Verdict
BenQ BENQGW2255 and NEC AS242W-BK are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 37 and 38.
- Response time: NEC AS242W-BK leads (5 ms vs 6 ms).
Pick this
NEC AS242W-BK
If you care most about response time.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| BenQ BENQGW2255 | NEC AS242W-BK | |
|---|---|---|
| 37 | Gear score | 38 |
| 21.5″ | Screen size | 23.6″ |
| 1920×1080 | Resolution | 1920×1080 |
| 60 Hz | Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| TN | Panel | TN |
| 6 ms | Response time | 5 ms |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $170 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is BenQ BENQGW2255 or NEC AS242W-BK better?
BenQ BENQGW2255 and NEC AS242W-BK are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 37 and 38. Response time: NEC AS242W-BK leads (5 ms vs 6 ms).