Is there a better alternative?

There are plenty of great 4K monitors on the market, though our favorite ones are more expensive than the BenQ EL2870U.

　　However, there are some alternatives that have nearly identical specs that come in a bit cheaper. The Asus VP28UQG and the Dell 4K S2817Q are both over a hundred dollars more affordable. We don’t know quite how they test, but they all use TN panels and make very similar claims in terms of display quality. They don’t, however, include HDR support.

　　

How long will it last?

The BenQ has a three-year warranty, which is standard for monitors. Meanwhile, features like HDR and the high resolution mean it’ll be a relevant product for many, many years to come.

　　

Should you buy it?

No. There are cheaper 4K monitors available, as well as ones with better image quality.