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BenQ ScreenBar Halo 2
A clamp-on monitor light with a tri-zone backlight, auto-dimming and wireless controller for dark-room desks.
- Monitor light bar
- 2700-6500 K
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The short version
The ScreenBar Halo 2 is BenQ's current flagship monitor light, succeeding the original ScreenBar Halo with a tri-zone backlight that BenQ says covers 423 percent more area. Its ASMY-Light front light reaches over 1000 lux at 50 cm with a CRI of at least 95, color temperature runs 2700 to 6500 K on front and back lights, and an ultrasonic sensor handles auto on, off and brightness. It draws USB-C power up to 15 W and clamps onto flat or curved screens 0.43 to 6 cm thick.
Pros
- Tri-zone backlight with full 2700 to 6500 K color temperature tuning
- Over 1000 lux center illuminance with CRI of at least 95
- Ultrasonic sensor for auto on, off and brightness
- Wireless controller with numeric touch panel
- Clamp fits flat and curved monitors 0.43 to 6 cm thick
Cons
- Needs a USB-C power source that can supply 5 V at 3 A
- Priced well above basic monitor light bars
Best for
- Dark-room gaming and programming desks
- Curved or thin monitors
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Full specifications
Core
- Type
- Monitor light bar
Performance
- Color temperature
- 2700-6500 K
- CRI
- 95
Power
- Power
- USB-C, 5 V / 3 A (15 W max)
Compatibility notes
- Needs a USB-C power source capable of 5 V at 3 A (max 15 W).
- Clamp fits flat and curved monitors from 0.43 to 6 cm thick.
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Common questions
Does the ScreenBar Halo 2 fit curved monitors?
Yes. BenQ lists compatibility with flat and curved monitors from 0.43 to 6 cm thick, using a patented clamp.
What is new compared with the original ScreenBar Halo?
BenQ says the Halo 2's tri-zone backlight covers 423 percent more area, and it adds stepless front and backlight color temperature control and motion-based auto dimming.
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