Monitors / Comparison

BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K vs MSI G27CQ4 E2

Monitor · BenQ

BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K

24.5″ · 1920×1080 · 360 Hz · TN
GEAR SCORE 72.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate96
Resolution55
Panel50
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Monitor · MSI

MSI G27CQ4 E2

27″ · 2560×1440 · 170 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 72.0 / 100Very good
Refresh rate69
Resolution80
Panel66
Verdict

BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K and MSI G27CQ4 E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72.

  • Resolution: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080).
  • Refresh rate: BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K leads (360 Hz vs 170 Hz).
Pick this

BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K

If you care most about refresh rate.

Pick this

MSI G27CQ4 E2

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

BenQ ZOWIE XL2566KMSI G27CQ4 E2
72Gear score72
24.5″Screen size27″
1920×1080Resolution2560×1440
360 HzRefresh rate170 Hz
TNPanelVA
≈ $920Estimated price≈ $195

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 ZOWIE XL2566K or MSI G27CQ4 E2 better?

BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K and MSI G27CQ4 E2 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 72 and 72. Resolution: MSI G27CQ4 E2 leads (2560×1440 vs 1920×1080). Refresh rate: BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K leads (360 Hz vs 170 Hz).

Which has the higher refresh rate?

Refresh rate: BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K leads (360 Hz vs 170 Hz).

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: BenQ ZOWIE XL2566K ≈ $920, MSI G27CQ4 E2 ≈ $195. Current prices vary by store.