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Display & Audio Setup

BenQ ScreenBar Halo

By Nick Miles · Updated 2026-05-06 · 8 expert sources

Pros

  • +Zero screen glare thanks to asymmetric design
  • +Auto-dimming based on ambient light
  • +Takes up no desk space — clips to monitor
  • +Wireless puck controller for easy adjustment
  • +Works with curved and flat monitors

Cons

  • Premium price for a single light source
  • Only fits monitors within the bezel-thickness range
  • Puck controller is small and easy to misplace
  • Not the cheapest option in the category

Score breakdown

  • Expert consensus9.4
  • Effectiveness9.6
  • Build safety9.3
  • Durability9.2
  • Value9.4