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BenQ (ScreenBar)

Taiwan-based technology company, leader in monitor-mounted task lighting with ScreenBar product line. BenQ ScreenBar is the gold standard for screen lighting used by traders, programmers, and professionals who spend long hours at screens. Reduces eye strain without screen glare. Also makes popular monitors including trading-focused options.

Reputation & Trust

Overview

Pricing Model
one-time
Price Range
$109 - $249 /
Founded
1984

Products & Services

BenQ ScreenBar

infrastructure

Original monitor light bar. Asymmetric optical design, USB powered, integrated touch controls.

$109 / one-time
30-day full refund
  • Asymmetric light
  • Auto-dimming
  • USB powered
  • CRI Ra>95
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BenQ ScreenBar Pro

infrastructure

Premium bar with 3rd gen ASYM-Light, ultrasonic sensor, 1000 lux.

$129 / one-time
  • 3rd gen ASYM-Light
  • Ultrasonic sensor
  • 1000 lux
  • Curved monitor support
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BenQ ScreenBar Halo

infrastructure

Front and back illumination with wireless controller, 3 light modes.

$179 / one-time
  • Front + back lighting
  • Wireless controller
  • 3 light modes
  • Auto-dimming
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BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2

infrastructure

Flagship with 3rd gen ASYM-Light, wireless display controller, 1000+ lux, largest coverage.

$249 / one-time
  • 3rd gen ASYM-Light
  • Display controller
  • 1000+ lux
  • 85x50cm coverage
  • USB-C
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Company Information

Legal Name
BenQ Corporation
Headquarters
Taipei, Taiwan
Team Size
3000
Primary Timezone
Asia/Taipei

Founding

Founded
1984
Founder
K.Y. Lee
Background
Spun off from Acer in 2001. Part of Qisda/BenQ Group.

Competitive Analysis

Proposition: Patented asymmetric optical design, zero screen glare, CRI Ra>95, patented counterweight clamp

Community Sentiment

100/100
2 positive 6 neutral 0 negative

Positive Community Feedback

I'll throw my .02 in and cast my vote for the 24" HP LP2465. I bought one new last year off of eBay for under $300 (including S&H), and another used (but in decent shape; low hours) for ~$200. Compared to my $700 BenQ FP241W, I'll take the 2465s any day (though the BenQ is nice, it's no longer available as well). They have 178/178 viewing angles (IPS I believe) and excellent for trading and/or coding. I'm not sure if the more recent 2475 is the same/better (at $650 list! :ahhhhh:), but based on...
Fu510n 2 thanks
Had an iMac for trading but as the business got intense in couldnt handle the load so i build a custom pc with a 32" Benq monitor. My book shelf and side board, most credit for my wife who love to have everything march around the house.
MrFutures999 2 thanks

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