RD280UG｜28” 4K+ 120Hz BenQ Programming Monitor with MoonHalo Backlight

Key Features

• [Nano Matte Panel] Low reflection for undisturbed clarity.
• [MoonHalo Backlight] Balanced illumination through surrounding light.
• [Exclusive Coding Modes] Specially tuned for you to code your way.

Description

Relax and Code with Clarity

Every Coding Session with Clarity and Comfort

Hit the Hotkey and Start Coding
Hit the Coding HotKey to activate the Function Bar and dive straight into coding. Instantly apply coding modes, adjust brightness, contrast, and eye-care settings, activate Night Hours Protection, or control the MoonHalo Backlight for cold/warm light tones and 360° or 270° lighting options.

Your Eyes and Body, We Care for Them as You Care for Your Code
We know the importance of healthy eyes and ergonomics, we prioritize them in every design.

Light up Your Setup with MoonHalo
More than a monitor, a backlight too! With customizable color temperature, brightness and light modes, plus auto dimming, MoonHalo ensures optimal eye protection and focus.

Lag-free Coding with 120Hz Precision
With 120Hz refresh rate, enjoy ultra-smooth visuals, effortless scrolling, lag-free performance, and gentle visuals that keep your eyes comfortable all day.

Night Hours Protection for Night Owl Programmers
We know that feeling — when coding late at night just flows. Night Hours Protection with ultra-low brightness technology keeps your eyes safe while letting your creativity flow.

Eye-Care, Covered
Equipped with Visual Optimizer, automatic brightness, and color temperature adjustment, it adapts seamlessly to your working environment. The RD280UG is TÜV-certified for Flicker-Free, Reflection-Free, Low Blue Light, Eye Comfort 2.0, and Eyesafe 2.0, ensuring minimal distractions, reduced harmful blue light, and a comfortable, safe viewing experience without compromising vivid, lifelike colors—perfect for coding as well as movies, images or games.

Every Great Project Begins with Code Clarity
Every detail—from anti-glare technology to pixel-by-pixel local dimming—is designed to redefine code clarity. In the exclusive Coding Modes, displays are finely tuned for optimal clarity in both dark and light themes. The all-new Paper Color Mode adds another way to refine your code-reading experience.

Amazing Nano Matte Panel – Clarity Without Glare
Featuring low reflection properties to minimize distractions, this advanced technology enhances focus and boosts productivity, delivering unparalleled clarity for peak performance.

High Pixel Contrast, Every Line in Detail
The RD280UG features a 2000:1 contrast ratio with multi-layered High Pixel Contrast Technology. Static and dynamic contrast tuning, combined with local contrast optimization, reveal fine details and enhanced dark-area clarity. Clear shadows and refined details make coding effortless, while the screen delivers a high-quality visual experience for movies, images or games.

Build Your ideal Setup!
Transform your desk into a productivity hub. With BenQ Programming Monitor, experience a workspace designed for comfort, focus, and inspiration.

Improved Productivity with 3:2 Ratio
Achieve more and scroll less. With its 3:2 aspect ratio, the RD280UG is designed specifically for coders, providing an expansive field of view that makes multitasking and reviewing code more efficient and comfortable.

Smart Connectivity
With versatile ports, front or back within easy reach, connecting your devices is effortless, quick, and simple.

KVM Switching

Maximum efficiency through unified integration with diverse devices and built-in KVM (keyboard, video, mouse) for seamless source switching.

Daisy Chain

Expand your view with Multi-Stream Transport via USB Type-C. A single 90W cable handles visuals, data, and charging simultaneously—streamlined and effortless.

Display Pilot 2 for macOS, Windows, and Linux
Now supporting Linux! The BenQ Programming Series software caters to your needs with intuitive control of features like MoonHalo, Night Hours Protection, and KVM onscreen control. It also offers programmer-focused tools such as Shortcuts, Desktop Partition, Application Mode, Software Dimming, and Circadian Mode, making your workflow smarter and more efficient.

A meaningful milestone — 99.3% of BenQ products have completed a carbon footprint inventory

Specifications

Display
HDCP	Yes
Display brightness (typical)	350 cd/m²
Screen shape	Flat
Display number of colours	1.07 billion colours
Native aspect ratio	3:2
Pixel density	164 ppi
Colour gamut	95%
Maximum refresh rate	120 Hz
HD type	4K Ultra HD
Viewing angle, horizontal	178°
Viewing angle, vertical	178°
Display resolution	3840 x 2560 pixels
Response time	5 ms
Display diagonal	71.6 cm (28.2")
Contrast ratio (typical)	2000:1
Display brightness (peak)	400 cd/m²
Touchscreen	No
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported	Yes
Panel type	IPS
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology	DisplayHDR 400, High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10)
Display diagonal (metric)	72 cm
LED backlight	Yes
Colour gamut standard	DCI-P3
Anti-glare screen	Yes
Audio
Built-in speaker(s)	Yes
RMS rated power	4 W
Performance
Built-in speaker(s)	Yes
RMS rated power	4 W
Built-in camera	No
AMD FreeSync type	FreeSync Premium
AMD FreeSync	Yes
Low Blue Light technology	Yes
Flicker-free technology	Yes
Smart modes	ePaper, M-Book, Game, Cinema, Custom
Management features
On Screen Display (OSD)	Yes
On Screen Display (OSD) languages	Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Czech, German, Dutch, English, Spanish, French, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Swedish
Multimedia
Number of speakers	2
Built-in speaker(s)	Yes
RMS rated power	4 W
Built-in camera	No
Design
Market positioning	Business
Country of origin	China
Product colour	Black
Camera
Built-in camera	No
Ports & interfaces
Built-in USB hub	Yes
USB hub version	3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
USB Type-A downstream ports quantity	2
USB Type-C downstream ports quantity	2
Headphone out	Yes
HDMI ports quantity	1
DisplayPorts quantity	1
HDCP	Yes
Headphone outputs	1
HDMI	Yes
HDMI version	2.1
DisplayPort version	1.4
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)	Yes
USB Power Delivery up to	90 W
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode	Yes
Number of USB Type-B upstream ports quantity	1
Built-in KVM switch	Yes
HDCP version	2.3
Technical details
Height (without stand)	432.8 mm
Depth (without stand)	91.5 mm
Width (without stand)	610 mm
Cable lock slot	No
HDMI	Yes
Product colour	Black
Sustainability certificates	ENERGY STAR, EPEAT Bronze
Country of origin	China
Power supply type	Internal
Weight (with stand)	10.1 kg
Touchscreen	No
Software
Bundled software	Display Pilot 2
Ergonomics
Wall mountable	Yes
VESA mounting	Yes
Cable lock slot	No
Panel mounting interface	100 x 100 mm
Swivelling	Yes
Swivel angle range	-15 - 15°
Tilt angle range	-5 - 20°
Pivot	Yes
On Screen Display (OSD)	Yes
Pivot angle	0 - 90°
On Screen Display (OSD) languages	Arabic, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Czech, German, Dutch, English, Spanish, French, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Swedish
Height adjustment	Yes
Tilt adjustment	Yes
Adjustable height (max)	15 cm
Power
Power supply type	Internal
AC input voltage	100 - 240 V
Power consumption (max)	250 W
Power consumption (standby)	0.4 W
Power consumption (typical)	30 W
Power consumption (off)	0.3 W
Energy efficiency scale	A to G
Energy efficiency class (SDR)	F
Energy efficiency class (HDR)	G
Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours	27 kWh
Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours	45 kWh
Weight & dimensions
Height (without stand)	432.8 mm
Depth (without stand)	91.5 mm
Width (without stand)	610 mm
Width (with stand)	610.4 mm
Depth (with stand)	233.3 mm
Height (with stand)	465.2 mm
Weight (with stand)	10.1 kg
Weight (without stand)	7.8 kg
Package width	195 mm
Package depth	876 mm
Package height	523 mm
Package weight	14.8 kg
Packaging data
Package width	195 mm
Package depth	876 mm
Package height	523 mm
Package weight	14.8 kg
Quick start guide	Yes
Cables included	HDMI, USB, USB Type-C
Bundled software	Display Pilot 2
Packaging content
Quick start guide	Yes
Cables included	HDMI, USB, USB Type-C
Bundled software	Display Pilot 2
Sustainability
Sustainability certificates	ENERGY STAR, EPEAT Bronze
Features
Country of origin	China
Other features
Country of origin	China
Height (without stand)	432.8 mm
Depth (without stand)	91.5 mm
Width (without stand)	610 mm
Power consumption (max)	250 W
Quick start guide	Yes
HDMI	Yes
USB Power Delivery up to	90 W
Energy efficiency scale	A to G
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode	Yes
Power supply type	Internal
Display brightness (peak)	400 cd/m²
Touchscreen	No
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)	Yes