BenQ XR3501 ultra curve Gaming Monitors review by ISR

BenQ XR3501 ultra curve Gaming Monitors review by ISR

A little overdue, Darin Gangi and co-host John Sabol from Inside Sim Racing review the BenQ XR3501 Gaming monitors used in a triple screen Sim Racing setup.

This 21/9 aspect ratio curved monitor is currently the ultimate screen to be used in a high-end triple screen Sim Racing system. Darin and John go over the details of the screen, explain how to fit and connect them, and share their experience using the monitors in a sim racing environment.

The XR3501 monitors feature a massive 35” curved display delivering a stunning picture with a 21:9 aspect ratio and offers a crisp 2560 x 1080 resolution. The screen reaches a 144Hz refresh rate at a 4ms response rate. There are 20 levels of Color Vibrance settings built into the monitor to meet gamers’ specific viewing requirements and preferences for different types of gameplay.

Furthermore, the XR3501 comes with built-in Black eQualizer color engine technology to brighten dark scenes without over-exposing the bright areas. it comes with built-in gaming presets for Racing Games and First Person Shooters.

The BenQ XR3501 ultra curve Gaming Monitors are on sale for $899.99 in the USA and €1,299.00 in Europe.

 

BenQ XR3501 ultra curve Gaming Monitors Specs:

Product Color Black / Glossy Black

Panel

Back Light Unit LED
LCD Size (inch) 35″
Aspect Ratio 21:9
Curvature 2000R
Resolution (max.) 2560×1080
Display Area(mm) 819.84x 345.84
Pixel Pitch (mm) 320.25 (per one triad) x 320.25
Brightness (typ) 300
Native Contrast ( typ. ) 2000:1
Viewing Angle (L/R;U/D) (CR>=10) 178/178
Vertical Refresh Rate 144Hz
Response time 4ms (GTG)
Display Colors 16.7M (RGB 8bits)

Regulations

Energy Star 6
Audio Line In/Out
Headphone Jack Yes

Dimensions & Weight

CTN Dimensions (HxWxD mm) 308 x 982 x 600
Dimensions(HxWxD mm) 499 x 853 x 206
Net Weight (kg) 11.1
Gross Weight (kg) 15.9

Special Features

Color Vibrance Yes
Super Resolution Yes
Low Blue Light Yes
Flicker-free Technology Yes
Senseye® 3
AMA Yes
Windows® 7 Compatible Yes
Windows® 8 Compatible Yes
Windows® 8.1 Compatible Yes
Windows® 10 Compatible Yes
HDCP Yes
VESA Wall Mounting 100 mm x100mm , need transfer kit
Tilt (down/up) -5°~15°
Black eQualizer Yes
Display Mode Full/ Aspect Ratio/1:1
Picture Mode Standard /Gamer1 /Gamer 2 /Gamer 3 /Movie /sRGB /Photo/Custom 1 /Custom 2
PIP/PBP Yes

BenQ XR3501