ZOWIE Becomes Global Partner Across All ESL FACEIT Group Major Counter-Strike 2 Competitions

EINDHOVEN, THE NETHERLANDS – 26 FEBRUARY 2026 – ZOWIE, the esports-focused brand by BenQ, today announced the expansion of its global partnership with ESL FACEIT Group (EFG), becoming the exclusive Official Monitor Supplier across all major Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) competitions throughout 2026 and 2027.

 

Following a successful collaboration during the 2025 Intel® Extreme Masters (IEM) tournaments, ZOWIE will now equip both the IEM series and the ESL Pro League worldwide with its flagship XL2586X+ 600Hz esports gaming monitor, reinforcing its long-term commitment to professional Counter-Strike competition at the highest level.

 

Driving High-Performance Standards Across the Global CS2 Circuit

 

Under the expanded agreement, the ZOWIE XL2586X+ will serve as the official competition display across:

• Intel® Extreme Masters (IEM) 2026 and 2027 events in Cologne, China, Rio, Atlanta, and Kraków
• ESL Pro League Seasons 23 & 24 (2026) and Seasons 25 & 26 (2027)

 

By standardising tournament environments on 600Hz technology, ZOWIE ensures consistent, high-performance setups throughout the global CS2 circuit — from training rooms to championship arenas.

 

Engineered specifically for competitive FPS gameplay, the XL2586X+ incorporates a newly developed Fast TN panel and the latest DyAc™ 2 technology, delivering improved motion clarity, reduced motion blur, and highly responsive performance tailored for professional tournament environments. According to prosettings.net, ZOWIE is the most widely adopted monitor brand in professional esports, reflecting strong player trust and sustained integration at top-tier events.

 

A Shared Commitment to the CS2 Ecosystem

 

The expanded partnership underscores a shared commitment between ZOWIE and ESL FACEIT Group to further elevate the global CS2 ecosystem and strengthen professional competitive standards worldwide.

 

“At ZOWIE, our mission is to support competitive players with equipment designed purely for performance. Expanding our partnership with ESL FACEIT Group allows us to contribute meaningfully to the Counter-Strike ecosystem by delivering consistent, high-performance tournament environments worldwide. With the XL2586X+ 600Hz monitor, we remain committed to advancing esports technology and enabling players to perform at their very best,” commented Jay Wu, President of BenQ Europe B.V.

“Expanding our partnership with ZOWIE as our Official Monitor Supplier and Global Partner allows us to continue delivering the highest standard of competition experiences. This collaboration not only equips our professional players with cutting-edge technology to support peak performance, but also creates the optimal stage environment for fans to watch the best players compete at their highest level. The XL2586X+, with its 600Hz refresh rate and exceptional visual performance, represents the forefront of esports display technology, and we are excited to integrate it across all major CS2 events throughout 2026 and 2027.” added Jernberg, VP Commercial at ESL FACEIT Group.

 

Through this expanded agreement, ZOWIE further strengthens its position as a long-term technology partner within the competitive Counter-Strike landscape, continuing to advance hardware innovation while supporting professional esports at scale.

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About ZOWIE

Established in 2008, ZOWIE is a top esports brand for professional players, focusing on player-centric design and dedicated to providing esports gear for professional FPS players. In 2015, ZOWIE joined BenQ Corporation, combining its expertise with BenQ's robust R&D resources and leading panel innovative capabilities. ZOWIE remains committed to driving excellence in product design through scientific research. With 70% of professional players using ZOWIE products, the brand continues to successfully deliver serious gear technology to global players. For more information, please visit: https://zowie.benq.eu/en-uk/index.html

 

About ESL FACEIT Group

ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) is the leading esports and video game entertainment company dedicated to creating worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. EFG is built on a legacy of world-renowned brands including ESL, FACEIT, DreamHack and DreamHack Sports Games, providing innovative ecosystems for global communities of players, fans and creators around the games they love. Working alongside leading partners, brands and global IPs, EFG operates an unmatched portfolio of live events, digital platforms and developer tools that reach and engage millions of gamers worldwide. For more information visit https://eslfaceitgroup.com/.  

 

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