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3.65out of 5
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Manufacturer code9H.LA4LB.RBE
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About the BenQ XL2720Z
BenQ 9H.LA4LB.RBE is listed in the computer monitors category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"); display resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels; panel type: TN. This entry covers manufacturer code 9H.LA4LB.RBE. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 68.6 cm (27") display is specified at 1920 x 1080 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
- Screen size
- 68.6 cm (27")
- Screen resolution
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
- Panel type
- TN
- Response time
- 1 ms
- Display brightness (typical)
- 300 cd/m²
- HDMI ports
- 2
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3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
Review covers BenQ XL2720Z. The product-data source links this original review and public model name to code 9H.LA4LB.RBE. This link does not establish the reviewer’s tested colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 25 Sep 2026
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4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
Review covers BenQ XL2720Z. The product-data source links this original review and public model name to code 9H.LA4LB.RBE. This link does not establish the reviewer’s tested colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 25 Sep 2026
GadgetSpeak
4.00 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 80%
Recently I have been checking out the BenQ XL2720Z ultimate gaming monitor. This kit consists of a 27-inch LCD monitor, two-piece stand, a selection of leads for power, D-sub, DVI-D dual link and USB connections. There is also an S Switch device which act...
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Read the full review ↗Excerpt and rating supplied through Icecat · Checked 24 Sep 2026
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2.60 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 52%
If there are any drawbacks to the XL2720Z, it's that it utilizes such a large (27-inch) panel but a relatively limited (1080p) resolution. For that "retina" feel everyone's crazy about, you'd have to sit about four feet away, which (in some ways) defeats ...
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Read the full review ↗Excerpt and rating supplied through Icecat · Checked 24 Sep 2026
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BenQ XL2720Z specifications
Manufacturer code: 9H.LA4LB.RBE · Icecat product 21107250 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 68.6 cm (27") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Panel type | TN |
| Response time | 1 ms |
| Display brightness (typical) | 300 cd/m² |
| HDMI ports | 2 |
| DisplayPort connections | 1 |
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Audio & listening2 details
| Built-in speakers | No |
|---|---|
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
Display8 details
| Display technology | LED |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen | No |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1000:1 |
| Contrast ratio (dynamic) | 12000000:1 |
| Viewing angle, horizontal | 170° |
| Viewing angle, vertical | 160° |
| Display number of colours | 16.78 million colours |
| On Screen Display (OSD) | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage2 details
| Supported graphics resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (HD 1080) |
|---|---|
| Card reader integrated | No |
Camera, image & video1 detail
| Built-in camera | No |
|---|
Connections & wireless5 details
| USB hub version | 2.0 |
|---|---|
| USB Type-A downstream ports quantity | 4 |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
| DVI port | Yes |
| Panel mounting interface | 100 x 100 mm |
Power & battery4 details
| Power consumption (typical) | 27 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.5 W |
| AC input voltage | 90 - 264 V |
| Supplied AC adapter type | LED |
Design & dimensions8 details
| Product colour | Black |
|---|---|
| VESA mounting | Yes |
| Height adjustment | Yes |
| Adjustable height (max) | 14 cm |
| Width (without stand) | 642 mm |
| Depth (without stand) | 273 mm |
| Height (without stand) | 548 mm |
| Weight (without stand) | 7.5 kg |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
|---|
Further product details18 details
| HD type | Full HD |
|---|---|
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Pixel pitch | 0.311 x 0.311 mm |
| 3D | Yes |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| HDCP | Yes |
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Pivot | Yes |
| Pivot angle | 90 |
| Swivelling | Yes |
| Swivel angle range | -45 - 45° |
| Tilt adjustment | Yes |
| Tilt angle range | -5 - 20° |
| Number of OSD languages | 17 |
| TV tuner integrated | No |
| Thin client installed | No |
Packaging & supplied accessories4 details
| Package width | 711 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 245 mm |
| Package height | 486 mm |
| Package weight | 10.2 kg |
Specifications describe the supplied product data, not measured review results. Battery life, range and performance figures are source claims and can vary with use.
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What is the listed display resolution for BenQ XL2720Z?
The source specification records display resolution as 1920 x 1080 pixels. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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