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As a company, BenQ has been heading up and to the right for years. They crushed it with the monitor light bar and showed they could also dominate the monitor market. Then, they made dedicated monitor line-ups, some for coding, some for business, and some that are just great monitors for the masses.

The BenQ RD320UA is just a continuation of that greatness, but not in a boring way. In my humble opinion, it is in the running for the best monitor for programming on the market. But what makes this so incredible is that though it's a "coding monitor," I'd be thrilled to use it as a business monitor and never show a line of code. It's that good.

Granted, it's not the best monitor for photo editing and definitely not the best video editing monitor either. Most likely, though it would be good, it's not built for that. Nor is this built for gaming due to the 60Hz limitation. But, outside of creative or high graphical intensity needs, this monitor is incredible.

It has outstanding IO, a built-in KVM, a built-in backlight to help with eye strain, and specialized coding modes to help with eye training and clarity of code, helping supercharge your coding sessions without needing anything but this great monitor.

BenQ RD320UA: Price and Availability

Depending on the reseller or retailer, this monitor ranges from $650 to $700. It is more premium, but it's for a good reason. You can buy this monitor without needing or even wanting an upgrade for quite some time. Plus, its build quality and feature set are tremendous benefits.

If you're a programmer with multiple computers, perhaps personal and work, now with this monitor, you won't need a KVM. Plus, if you're a programmer and work at night or in the dark, with the RD320UA, you won't need a backlight as this will help illuminate behind the monitor, helping with strain. Lastly, it has an ergo arm built in, meaning you don't need a separate monitor arm.

You can purchase this monitor from BenQ's website, Amazon, and other retailers.

(Image credit: Collin Probst // Future) BenQ RD320UA: Unboxing and First Impressions

The box for this monitor was shockingly thick, but then I remembered I got the model with the Ergo arm, which made more sense with how dense it was. The box all together was packaged fairly efficiently and had two main layers. The first layer had all the cables, documentation, and the ergo arm pieces. The bottom layer housed the panel itself.

The Ergo arm was super easy to set up, with a simple rubber-enforced twist clamp that I threw on the edge of my desk and then tightened down. There were no extra steps to assemble anything, grab and go. Then, I added the ergo arm piece that connects to the mount and the mounting piece that connects to the monitor itself.

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The power cable easily tucked away into the cable management that's built into the Ergo Arm, but the USB-C that came with the monitor was a tad short for what I was wanting, so I left that out for now so I could plug my MacBook Pro into the front of the monitor and get a stacked setup working.

The first moment I plugged into this monitor, I was blown away by the Nano Matte panel's clarity and beauty. The clarity is remarkable, and the lack of glare is also huge.

Thanks to the ergo arm, I could position the monitor exactly how I wanted it to and get to work with incredible flexibility and ability. The Ergo arm didn't feel weak, but rather, it was high-quality and firm.

(Image credit: Collin Probst // Future) BenQ RD320UA: Design and Build Quality Specs

Screen Size: 31.5 inches
Resolution: 4K (3840 x 2160)
Panel Type: Nano Matte
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
Connectivity: USB Type-C, HDMI, DisplayPort
Ergonomics: Adjustable Ergo Arm (height, tilt, swivel)

This monitor all around is a classic BenQ monitor. It's high quality, sleek, gorgeous, and has excellent ports. The monitor is made with premium materials. The Ergonomic arm is a fantastic feature that I wish more monitors included. BenQ's ergo arm is excellent all around. I hope it was longer on the top arm, but that could be me used to a full-blown, dedicated monitor arm I've used for years.

The Ergo arm on this BenQ display allows easy pivoting and rotation, enabling you to switch the monitor to portrait mode effortlessly. It also offers height adjustment, panning, tilting, and movement to the left and right. This feature is quite impressive. The core of the Ergo arm allows for twisting, providing maximum mobility.

The entire monitor is impressive, but the standout feature must be the built-in MoonHalo light ring in the back's mounting area. Surrounding the circular disc mounting plate is an entire LED light strip with a diffuser integrated into the monitor. This light can be easily turned on and off, offering complete temperature control. Additionally, built-in quick buttons allow you to display the light strip on the top and sides or for a full 360-degree effect.

What's particularly convenient is that this can be controlled through the complementary DisplayPilot 2 app, enabling you to make adjustments without reaching behind the monitor, asking Google to turn on the light strip, or fumbling with your phone to hit a button in another app. Everything can be managed directly from your mouse and keyboard through your computer. If the goal for usability is a frictionless experience, sign me up for DisplayPilot 2 because that app could not be more straightforward to use, and the fact that it can now help me turn on bright lights in my monitor, too, is just incredible.

(Image credit: Collin Probst // Future) BenQ RD320UA: In use

When I got this monitor, I was thrilled to set it up. Because I am testing other accessories on my main monitor setup, I threw this display on my secondary desk setup in my studio. I hoped to get a reasonable amount of time with this monitor, but I did not expect to be drawn to this display even when my main display is also a newer BenQ and is gorgeous.

The Nano Matte Panel enhances everything on display, and even in a room that doesn't have a ton of reflections or bright light glares or anything like that, I find my eyes feel like they are resting when looking at this display. They can lock in on what I am doing so quickly.

While I am not a professional engineer and work in code all day, I do have a few scripts I run weekly to do some back-end work for one of the companies I support. I was skeptical of the "coding mode" on this display, but I can say that it made a difference with readability. I wouldn't know that having this coding mode viewing option is an absolute must if you work with code, but if I did work with code daily, I would turn this feature on if I had it. So take that as you will.

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The MoonHalo was super easy to play with and utilize. I love having lights behind my monitor, but nothing too crazy. Since I am still rocking the original BenQ Halo Plus lightbar (that still uses USB-A and Micro-USB, along with a wired puck if that gives any indication of age) at my main desk setup, I moved my desk to be in front of some Govee Glide Hexa Pro light panels that I had already set up on a wall. Now, I keep these on a warm glow, paired with a lamp from Vari on a set of drawers from Vari, and my desk has one LED light strip I keep on cooler white for a nice contrast.

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With the RD320UA, I'd be able to and would desire to negate the Govee panels and one of the lamps; I'd use the backlight and add a monitor light bar, and my whole setup would be ready to go lighting-wise. The MoonHalo makes it super easy to reduce eye strain at night by adding some backlight so the contrast isn't so intense, and it has an auto mode, so you don't even have to think about it. In addition to helping with your eyes, having the backlight turned on makes the whole area feel more elevated without needing extra accessories.

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One remarkable feature of this monitor is its built-in KVM switch, which makes it incredibly easy to switch between devices. I use several devices throughout the day, though most would probably have a work and personal computer. This monitor can connect to two devices, and with the press of a button, it allows you to swap your USB-connected keyboard and mouse (or use a Bluetooth receiver/dongle) from one computer to another, all while displaying the new computer on the screen. KVM stands for Keyboard, Video, and Mouse, and that's exactly what this function switches. Usually, if I have needed something like this in the past, I use a Logitech Keyboard and mouse that have multiple connections and then manually switch the input, but with the KVM built-in, I can now do this without any friction.

(Image credit: Collin Probst // Future) BenQ RD320UA: Final verdict

The BenQ RD320UA offers a compelling package for software developers, engineers, or business professionals in general, prioritizing eye comfort, screen clarity, and ergonomic design. While it isn't designed for gaming or streaming, its coding-focused features justify the premium price for professionals who code extensively.

For more dev tools, we reviewed the best laptops for programming.

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It's here. It's officially Presidents' Day, and the highly anticipated 2025 Home Depot Presidents' Day sale is live. The retailer has massive discounts on major appliances, tools, furniture, and more, with over $1,000 in savings. As TechRadar's deals editor, I've combed Home Depot's Presidents' Day sale and hand-picked the seven best offers.

• Shop Home Depot's full Presidents' Day sale

Home Depot is one of the most popular retailers during Presidents' Day sales, thanks to impressive price cuts on big-ticket items, including major appliances. You can save up to 30% off refrigerators, dishwashers, and washing machines from brands like LG, Samsung, GE, and Whirlpool. Plus, you can save an additional $450 off select appliances. Other stand-out offers from Home Depot include up to $150 off best-selling tools and accessories, 30% off furniture and decor, and 50% off bathroom vanities.

Below, you'll find links to Home Depot's most popular Presidents' Day sale categories, followed by the top deals on appliances, tools, furniture, vacuums, and more. Keep in mind that Home Depot's sale ends tonight at Midnight, which means you have just hours left to score incredible offers.

Home Depot Presidents' Day sale 2025 - quick links

• Major Appliances: 35% off + $450 in additional savings
• Bath: 40% off bath vanities, faucets, toilets & more
• Furniture: 35% off furniture, rugs & decor
• Kitchen devices: 25% off coffee makers, air fryers & blenders
• Patio furniture: sectionals, chairs, and tables from $399
• Storage: 30% off storage solutions for garage, closet & more
• Tools: up to 40% off select tools, plus free shipping
• Vacuums: 40% off robot and upright vacuums
• Standing desks: Up to 40% off height-adjustable desks
• Office chairs: Office swivel chairs from $50
• Water heaters: up to 15% off, plus up to $2,000 in rebates

Home Depot Presidents' Day sale – the top 7 deals

Home Depot Presidents' Day sale: save up to 35% on major appliances
Home Depot's Presidents' Day appliance sale is its most popular offer, with up to 35% off major appliances, including refrigerators, washers and dryers, ranges, and more from brands like Samsung, GE, and Whirlpool. You can also save up to an additional $450 when you spend $2,996 or more on select appliances.View Deal

Home Depot Presidents' Day sale: 35% off furniture, mattresses, and decor
Furniture is another popular Presidents' Day sales category, and Home Depot is offering up to 35% off, which includes beds, dressers, TV consoles, couches, decor, and more. You'll also find big savings on mattresses from brands like Sealy, Tempur-Pedic, and Beautyrest.View Deal

Home Depot Presidents' Day sale: up to $200 off select tools and accessories
You can save up to $200 on select tools, which include everything from saws to drills, plus you can score free two-day shipping. Today's Presidents' Day deals include big-name brands like Dewalt, Ryobi, and Milwaukee getting in on the action, there are some particularly impressive savings up for grabs right now.View Deal

Home Depot Presidents' Day sale: save up to 30% off storage solutions
If you're still looking to get organized in the new year, Home Depot's Presidents' Day storage sale includes up to 30% off garage, closet, and laundry solutions to containers, shelving, baskets, and more.View Deal

Home Depot President's Day sale: save up to 50% on robot and upright vacuums
If you're looking to save on vacuums, Home Depot's Presidents' Day sale offers up to 50% off a wide range of vacuums, which include robot, upright, and cordless vacuums from brands like Dyson, Shark, Hoover, and Samsung.View Deal

Home Depot Presidents' Day sale: up to 25% off small appliances
Home Depot's Presidents' Day sale offers up to 25% off small appliances, including air fryers, coffee makers, toasters, and blenders from popular brands like Instant Pot, Keurig, KitchenAid, Vitamix, Cuisinart, and more. You can also save on bigger kitchen appliances that are only found at Home Depot, like ice makers, commercial-size griddles, and espresso makers. View Deal

Home Depot Presidents' Day sale: patio furniture deals starting at $299
You can gear up for spring with Home Depot's Presidents' Day sale, which includes a wide selection of patio furniture with prices starting at just $299. You can save on chairs, umbrellas, dining furniture, fire pits, decor, and more.View Deal

More of today's best Presidents' Day sales

• Amazon: TVs, robot vacs & air fryers from $12.99
• Apple: AirPods, iPads, MacBooks from $89.99
• Adidas: 40% off running shoes & clothing
• Best Buy: $1,000 off 4K TVs, laptops & headphones
• Casper: up to 35% off mattresses
• Cheap TVs: smart TVs at Best Buy from $69.99
• Cocoon by Sealy: 35% off mattresses + free accessories
• Dell: best-selling Inspiron & XPS laptops from $279.99
• Dreamcloud: mattress deals from $299 + free shipping
• Home Depot: 50% off tools, appliances & furniture
• Lowe's: organization, appliances & tools from $17.31
• Mattress Firm: Queens from $149.99
• Nectar: up to 50% off all mattresses
• Nordstrom: 46% off boots, coats, jeans & jewelry
• Purple: up to $600 off mattresses
• Saatva: up to $500 off luxury mattresses
• Samsung: $1,500+ off TVs, phones, watches & appliances
• Target: save on furniture, gifts, tech & clothing
• Walmart: cheap TVs, robot vacs, furniture & appliances
• Wayfair: deals on furniture, decor, rugs & outdoor

You can shop more early bargains with our Presidents' Day TV sales guide and our Presidents' Day laptop sales roundup.

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• Dynabook and NEC defy industry trends by bringing back optical drives
• Dynabook T series uses both Blu-ray Disc drive and DVD Super Multi-Drive
• NEC Lavie N16 opts for only DVD Super Multi-Drive

In somewhat surprising news, Dynabook has released its T series (originally in Japanese), with 13th-generation Intel processors, while NEC has introduced the Lavie N16 (also in Japanese), featuring a mix of AMD Ryzen 7 and Intel 12th-generation processors.

The startling part is that these business laptops, from the Year of Our Lord 2025, contain built-in optical drives. bucking the trend of manufacturers prioritising lightweight portability over physical media playback.

Dynabook T series

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All Dynabook T series laptops feature a 16-inch display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1920×1200 pixels.

The series is available in four configurations: T5/Y, T6/Y, T7/Y, and T9/Y. That's a careful distinction; Dynabook T9/Y model includes a Blu-ray Disc drive, while the other models come with a DVD Super Multi-Drive.

The T9/Y and T7/Y models are powered by the Intel Core i7-1360P and i7-1355U processors, respectively, and are equipped with dual cooling fans.

Meanwhile, the T6/Y and T5/Y models feature the Intel Core i3-1305U and i5-1335U processors, respectively, relying on a single cooling fan.

The T series supports 16GB or 32GB of RAM and offers storage options ranging from 256GB to 1TB SSD, with the option to upgrade memory via a dedicated access door on the bottom panel.

The T series includes three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, one Thunderbolt 4 (USB4 Type-C) port, an HDMI output, a wired LAN port, and a microphone/audio jack. It also supports Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.

The T series starts at approximately 160,000 yen (about $1,046) for the T5/Y model, with the top-tier T9/Y priced at around 280,000 yen (about $1,830).

NEC Lavie N16

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The Lavie N16, meanwhile, is available in three configurations: the N1675/JA, N1655/JA, and N1635/JA series. All models feature a 16-inch WUXGA IPS LCD with a 16:10 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1920×1200 pixels. Crucially, all contain a DVD Super Multi-Drive.

The top-tier N1675/JA model is powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 7735U processor with a 512GB SSD. The mid-range N1655/JA and base N1635/JA models come with Intel Core i5-1235U and Intel Core i3-1215U processors, respectively, while both have large SSDs of 256GB.

The Lavie N16 includes a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, an HDMI output, a wired LAN port, a microphone/audio jack, and Wi-Fi 6E.

Pricing for Lavie N16 configurations range from 154,800 yen (about $1,013) up to 184,800 yen (about $1,209).

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