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Which BenQ Zowie Monitor supports 120 FPS for Xbox Series S and X?

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The new Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X consoles can play games at up to 120 frames per second. To do so, you need a compatible screen that has a refresh rate of 120 Hz. BenQ has several Zowie gaming monitors that support 120 FPS for the Xbox Series consoles.

You can find the compatible displays, as well as how to enable support for 120fps, in this Seeking Tech guide.

120Hz BenQ Zowie Gaming Monitors Compatible with Xbox Series S and X

The following BenQ Zowie monitors are compatible with the 120 FPS mode of the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X consoles:

  • BenQ Zowie XL2411K Gaming Monitor
  • BenQ Zowie XL2540 Gaming Monitor
  • BenQ Zowie XL2540K Gaming Monitor
  • BenQ Zowie XL2546 Gaming Monitor
  • BenQ Zowie XL2546K Gaming Monitor
  • BenQ Zowie XL2546S Gaming Monitor
  • BenQ Zowie XL2731 Gaming Monitor
  • BenQ Zowie XL2740 Gaming Monitor
  • BenQ Zowie XL2746S Gaming Monitor

How to play 120 FPS Xbox Series S and X games on BenQ Zowie Gaming Monitors

In order to play an Xbox Series S or Xbox Series X game at 120 frames per second, you first need to make sure that the game actually supports the high frame rate mode. As of this writing, the following games have been confirmed to have a 120 FPS mode:

  • Borderlands 3
  • Call of Duty: Warzone
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War
  • CrossCode
  • Destiny 2
  • Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition
  • Dirt 5
  • ExoMecha
  • Fortnite
  • Gears 5
  • Halo Infinite
  • Halo: The Master Chief Collection
  • JYDGE
  • King Oddball
  • Metal: Hellsinger
  • Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom
  • Ori and the Will of the Wisps
  • Orphan of the Machine
  • Rainbow Six Siege
  • Rocket League
  • Rogue Company
  • Samurai Shodown
  • Second Extinction
  • Star Wars Squadrons
  • The Falconeer
  • The Touryst
  • Undead Horde
  • WRC 9

If your game supports 120fps, then you have to enable the 120Hz refresh rate through the system menu of the Xbox Series S or Xbox Series S. The process is a little different depending on the model of the BenQ Zowie monitor.

Enabling Xbox Series X/S 120Hz support for XL2411K, XL2540K, XL2546K and XL2546S

You need to take the following steps in order to enable 120 Hz support on the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S for the XL2411K, XL2540K, XL2546K and XL2546S:

On the main system menu, go to “Settings,” which has the gear icon.

In the “Settings” menu, select “General” on the left side of the screen and then the “TV & display options” on the right side.

In the new “General TV & display options” menu, select the “Refresh rate” setting under Display.

You should be able to change the refresh rate from 60 Hz to 120 Hz.

The screen will then refresh itself and then display the “Keep this refresh rate?” message. Choose “Yes” before the timer runs out to confirm the change.

Enabling Xbox Series X/S 120Hz support for XL2540, XL2546, XL2731, XL2740 and XL2746S

You need to take the following steps in order to enable 120 Hz on the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S for the XL2540, XL2546, XL2731, XL2740 and XL2746S:

1. Go to “Settings” from the main system menu.

2. Under the “Settings” menu, head to “General” on the left side and then “TV & display options” on the right side of the screen.

3. Under the “General TV & display options” menu, head to “Video fidelity and overscan” under Advanced.

4. In the “General Video fidelity and overscan” menu, change “Display” to “HDMI.”

5. In the new “Override your TV’s recommend settings?” message, select “Use Manual Settings.” The screen will then refresh itself.

6. Go back to the aforementioned “General TV & display options” menu and change the “Resolution” setting under Display to 1080p.

7. The screen will refresh itself and then display the “Keep this resolution?” message. Choose the “Yes” option to confirm the resolution change.

8. Afterwards, change the “Refresh Rate” setting under Display to 120 Hz.

9. The monitor will then refresh itself and display the “Keep this refresh rate?” message. Select the “Yes” option before the timer runs out to confirm the change.

How to check if the Xbox Series S/X game is running at 120 FPS on a Zowie Monitor

To check if your Xbox Series S or Xbox Series X game is running at 120 frames per second on a BenQ Zowie Monitor, you need to use the buttons on the monitor to open the on-screen display menu. If you don’t see the refresh rate right away, you may need to find the information section of the menu to see it.

Does the BenQ Zowie Monitors Support 1440p/120fps or 4K/120fps on Xbox Series S and X?

The BenQ Zowie Gaming Monitors that are compatible with 120 fps Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X games all have a maximum resolution of 1080p. In other words, you can’t play Xbox Series S games or Xbox Series X games at 1440p/120fps or 4K/120fps with the BenQ Zowie monitors.

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PS5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S Compatible MSI 1080p/120Hz Monitors

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MSI has revealed a long list of monitors that support 1080p and 120 frames per second for the new PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles.

These compatible displays are from the Creator, MPG, MAG, Optix and Oculux series.

You can check out full lists below:

MSI Curved Monitors That Support 1080p/120Hz on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S

  • MPG ARTYMIS 343CQR
  • MPG ARTYMIS 323CQR
  • MPG ARTYMIS 273CQRX
  • MPG ARTYMIS 273CQR
  • MAG ARTYMIS 324CP
  • MAG ARTYMIS 274CP
  • Optix MPG341CQR
  • Optix MPG341CQRV
  • Optix MPG27CQ2
  • Optix MAG322CQR
  • Optix MAG322CQRV
  • Optix MAG322CR
  • Optix MAG321CQR
  • Optix MAG272CRX
  • Optix MAG272CQR
  • Optix MAG272CR
  • Optix MAG272C
  • Optix MAG271CQR
  • Optix MAG271CR
  • Optix MAG240CR
  • Optix AG321CQR
  • Optix AG321CR
  • Optix G32CQ4
  • Optix G32C4
  • Optix G27CQ4
  • Optix G27C6P
  • Optix G27C6
  • Optix G27C5
  • Optix G27C4
  • Optix G24C6P
  • Optix G24C6
  • Optix G24C4

MSI Curved Monitors That Support 1080p/120Hz on Xbox Series X/S

The following curved monitors from MSI support supports 1080p/120Hz for the Xbox series X and S but not the PS5:

  • Optix MPG27C
  • Optix MAG271C
  • Optix MAG241CR
  • Optix MAG241C
  • Optix MAG24C
  • Optix G27C2

MSI Flat Monitors That Support 1080p/120Hz on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S

  • Creator PS321QR
  • Oculux NXG253R
  • Optix MPG341QR
  • Optix MPG321UR
  • Optix MPG321QRF
  • Optix MAG274QRF-QD
  • Optix MAG274QRF
  • Optix MAG274R
  • Optix MAG273R
  • Optix MAG273
  • Optix MAG272QP
  • Optix MAG272QP
  • Optix MAG272QR
  • Optix MAG272R
  • Optix MAG271R
  • Optix MAG271V
  • Optix MAG251RX
  • Optix G273QPF
  • Optix G272
  • Optix G271
  • Optix G242
  • Optix G241

How to enable 1080p/120Hz support for MSI Monitors on PS5

If you have a compatible MSI monitor and want to enable 120 frames per second on your PlayStation 5/PlayStation 5 Digital Edition system, you can take the following steps:

1. From the Home Screen main menu, go to “Settings.” This option is located on the top right side of the screen with a gear symbol.

2. In the “Settings” menu, select the “Saved Data and Game/App Settings” option.

3. In the “Saved Data and Game/App Settings” menu, select “Game Presets” from the tab of the left side.

4. In “Game Presets,” select “Performance Mode or Resolution Mode.”

5. Change the “Performance Mode or Resolution Mode” setting to “Performance” mode.

6. If you already have the game that supports 120 frames per second currently running, you may have to close the game and then relaunch it for the new graphics settings to take effect. You can find out how to manually close a PS5 game with this guide.

How to enable 1080p/120Hz support for MSI Monitors on Xbox Series X and S

If you have a compatible MSI monitor and want to enable 120 frames per second on your Xbox Series X/Xbox Series S, you can take the following steps:

1. From the main system menu, select “Settings,” which uses the gear symbol.

2. In the “Settings” menu, select “General” on the left tab and then “TV & display options.”

3. On the “Display” column, select “Resolution” to bring up a drop-down menu. From there, select “1080p.”

4. Afterwards, select “Refresh rate” from the “Display” column to open a drop-down menu. From there, select “120 Hz.”

5. If you already have the game that supports 120 frames per second currently running, you may have to close and restart the software for the new visual settings to take into effect.

How to setup 1080p/120Hz support for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on MSI Monitor

Your compatible MSI Monitor will automatically detect the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S when the console is connected to the display. It will then use console mode without any manual input on your end.

Keep in mind that the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S do not support the 21:9 display ratio. So, you will end up with black borders on the left and right side of the screen for ultra-wide MSI monitors.

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Compatible HDMI Cables for the PS5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S

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Although the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S come with HDMI cables, these connectors may be too short in length to fit your setup in your entertainment center.

You can follow this guide to find compatible extra long HDMI cables for these videogame systems.

Quick Summary 

The PlayStation 5 comes with a 5.5 feet HDMI 2.1 cable, the Xbox Series X comes with a 6.5 feet HDMI 2.1 cable and the Xbox Series S comes with a 6.5 HDMI 2.0 cable.

If you want to use a longer cable that can take full advantage of these game consoles, then we recommend picking up either the 10-foot Zeskit 8K Ultra HD High Speed 48 Gpbs HDMI 2.1 Cable or 16-foot Zeskit 8K Ultra HD High Speed 48 Gpbs HDMI 2.1 Cable. 

HDMI Version Included with PS5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S

Both the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X come with a HDMI 2.1 cable.

The Xbox Series S comes with a HDMI 2.0 cable.

With HDMI 2.1, you will be able to play games in the following refresh rates and resolutions:

  • 30Hz at 1080p
  • 60Hz at 1080p
  • 120Hz at 1080p
  • 30Hz at 1440p
  • 60Hz at 1440p
  • 120Hz at 1440p
  • 30Hz at 4K
  • 60Hz at 4K
  • 120Hz at 4K
  • 30Hz at 10K
  • 60Hz at 10K

The HDMI 2.0 supports the following refresh rates and resolutions:

  • 30Hz at 1080p
  • 60Hz at 1080p
  • 120Hz at 1080p
  • 30Hz at 1440p
  • 60Hz at 1440p
  • 120Hz at 1440p
  • 30Hz at 4K
  • 60Hz at 4K

HDMI 2.1 also come with extra features not found in HDMI 2.0 such as Auto Low Latency Mode (ALLM) Display Stream Compression (DSC), Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and Variable Refresh Rate (VRR).

In order to use HDMI 2.1 features, you need to connect your videogame system to a TV with HDMI 2.1 ports.

If you connect your console to a HDMI 2.0 port using a HDMI 2.1 cable, your video output will be limited to the HDMI 2.0 supported refresh rates, resolutions and features.

What all of this mean is that you need to know what version is the long HDMI cable you are buying.

Otherwise, you could end up missing out on some display features.

In general, we recommend getting a HDMI 2.1 cable over HDMI 2.0 cable as the newer version is future-proof. Even if your current television set don’t have any HDMI 2.1 ports, any new TV models will most likely have them in the future. Not to mention that HDMI 2.1 cables are backwards compatible with HDMI 2.0 ports.

PS5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S HDMI Cable Lengths

The HDMI 2.1 cable that comes with the PlayStation 5 is around 5.5 feet long.

The HDMI 2.1 cable that is included with the Xbox Series X is around 6.5 feet long.

Last but not least, the HDMI 2.0 cable that comes with the Xbox Series S is around 5.5 feet long.

Compatible Extra Long HDMI 2.1 Cable for PS5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S

The best long HDMI 2.1 cable we recommend is the Zeskit 8K Ultra HD High Speed 48 Gpbs HDMI Cable.

The product supports all of the refresh rates, resolutions and features from HDMI 2.1.

It comes in lengths of 3 feet, 6.5 feet, 10 feet and 16 feet.

If you are interested, you can purchase the longer versions with the following links from Amazon:

Compatible Extra Long HDMI 2.0 Cable for PS5, Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S

If you still want to get a long HDMI 2.0 cable instead, then we suggest buying the Zeskit Cinema Plus High Speed HDMI 2.0b Cable as it supports all the HDMI 2.0 refresh rates, resolutions and features.

This cable is available in six different lengths: 1.5 foot, 3 feet, 6.5 feet, 10 feet, 16 feet and 29 feet.

You can buy the longer lengths, if you are interested, on Amazon with the following links:

Is the Samsung TU8000 TV suitable for PS5, Xbox Series X and other consoles?

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In 2020, Samsung released the TU8000. So is the Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV series good for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and other gaming consoles?

You can find out with this guide at Seeking Tech.

Quick Summary

With the lack of HDMI 2.1 ports, along with underwhelming HDR, the Samsung TU8000 is not the most suitable TV for the PS5 and Xbox One X.

The low latency of this TV (with game mode activated) makes it great for older systems that use HDMI.

With that said, the HDR is not that great if you want to get the best out of the PS4, PS4 Pro, Xbox One S and/or Xbox One X.

Size Options

The Samsung TU8000 comes in multiple sizes: 43″ (UN43TU8000FXZA), 50″ (UN50TU8000FXZA), 55″(UN55TU8000FXZA), 65″ (UN65TU8000FXZA), 75″ (UN75TU8000FXZA) and 85″ (UN85TU8000FXZA).

Does the Samsung TU8000 have HDMI 2.1 ports?

The TU8000 has three HDMI ports.

Unfortunately, none are HDMI 2.1, which is recommend if you want to get the most out of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox One Series X.

Instead, all three ports are HDMI 2.0.

Samsung TU8000’s HDR Capabilities

According to the tests conducted by RTINGS, the HDR features of the Samsung TU8000 is somewhat underwhelming with a HDR Real Scene Peak Brightness of 271 cd/m² and HDR Sustained 100% Window of 291 cd/m².

Although the television set supports HDR10 and HDR10+, it doesn’t support Dolby Vision and Wide Color Gamut.

You can find RTINGS stats below:

  • HDR Real Scene Peak Brightness: 271 cd/m²
  • HDR Peak 2% Window: 161 cd/m²
  • HDR Peak 10% Window: 292 cd/m²
  • HDR Peak 25% Window: 291 cd/m²
  • HDR Peak 50% Window: 291 cd/m²
  • HDR Peak 100% Window: 291 cd/m²
  • HDR Sustained 2% Window: 158 cd/m²
  • HDR Sustained 10% Window: 291 cd/m²
  • HDR Sustained 25% Window: 291 cd/m²
  • HDR Sustained 50% Window: 291 cd/m²
  • HDR Sustained 100% Window: 291 cd/m²
  • HDR ABL: 0.042

Samsung TU8000’s Input Lag

Based on the RTINGS, the TU8000 Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV has excellent when it comes to input lag.

With the game mode enabled, tests show that there is a 9.7 ms lag when running at 1080p resolution/60 Hz refresh rate, 9.5 ms lag when running 4K resolution/60 Hz refresh rate and 9.7 ms lag when running at 4K Resolution/60 Hz refresh/10-bit HDR.

PC gamers should also be happy to learn that the lag is only 9.6 ms in 4K Resolution/60 Hz refresh rate/4:4:4.

You can find RTING’s input lag test results below:

  • 1080p resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate (Game Mode Enabled): 9.7 ms
  • 1080p resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate (Game Mode Disabled): 87.2 ms
  • 1440p resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate (Game Mode Enabled): 9.9 ms
  • 4K resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate (Game Mode Enabled): 9.5 ms
  • 4K resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate + 10 bit HDR (Game Mode Enabled): 9.7 ms
  • 4K resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate (Game Mode Disabled): 85.3 ms
  • 4K resolution and 60 Hz refresh rate With Interpolation (Game Mode Enabled): 25.3 ms
  • 4K resolution and 60 Hz at 4:4:4: 9.6 ms

Is the TU8000 good for PS5 and Xbox Series X?

Based on the aforementioned information, the TU8000 is not a good television set for the PS5 and Xbox Series X as it lacks support for HDMI 2.1.

Although the input lag is excellent, the TV is also hindered by lacking HDR performances and features.

Is the TU8000 good for Switch, PS4, PS4 Pro, Xbox One, Xbox One S and Xbox One X?

If don’t care about HDR, then the TU8000 is great for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4 Pro, Xbox One, Xbox One S and Xbox One X due to the minimal input lag with the game mode enabled.

If you want to take full advantage of the HDR features in supported older consoles (which are the PS4, PS4 Pro, Xbox One S and Xbox One X), then you are better off getting another television set.

Legacy Consoles Support

The Samsung TU8000 Crystal UHD 4K Smart TV comes with one composite input, so you will be able to directly plug in the PSOne, Nintendo 64, Xbox One and more.

The TV also includes one cable/antenna tuner. Thus, you will be able to directly plug in your NES, Super NES, Sega Genesis and more.