In-depth review
Quntis ScreenLinear RGB Pro Review (2026)
In-depth review of the Quntis ScreenLinear RGB Pro: front work light, RGB backlight, three colour temperatures, and gaming desk value.
Quntis ScreenLinear RGB Pro
Front light for work, RGB backlight for play, in one Quntis bar.
Our verdict
The ScreenLinear RGB Pro is the best bar for desks that work by day and play by night: a neutral front light for the job, and an RGB backlight that turns the same desk into a gaming setup after hours. It does not match BenQ optics or brightness, and the RGB is decorative rather than calibrated, but for the price it is the most fun bar in this guide, and the front light is genuinely good for work. Buy it for a dual-purpose desk; buy BenQ for a work-only one.
What we like
- RGB backlight adds ambient colour behind the monitor for gaming and streaming setups, while the front bar stays neutral for work.
- Three colour temperatures on the front light cover cool daylight focus and warm evening wind-down.
- Quntis pricing undercuts BenQ flagships substantially for a dual-light bar.
What to watch out for
- RGB modes can distract in a work-only setup, and the backlight is decorative rather than a calibrated bias light.
- Build and optics sit a step below BenQ at the same size, with less even edge-to-edge coverage.
- Control layout takes a session to learn compared with BenQ's single dial.
Who it is for
Gamers, streamers, and dual-purpose desk owners who want one bar for work lighting and ambient colour.
Two lights, two jobs
The front bar is a straightforward white work light with three colour temperatures, covering cool focus, neutral work, and warm evenings. The rear RGB strip is a separate system for ambient colour behind the monitor, which suits gaming and streaming backdrops. Keeping the two jobs separate is the design's strength: the work light never goes pink because you left a game mode on.
Work performance
For documents, code, and video calls, the front light performs well: even coverage across a standard desk, no screen glare, and a colour range that suits day and night. It is not as bright or as evenly edged as a BenQ Pro, so very wide desks show dimmer corners, but for a single monitor setup the difference is small in practice.
RGB reality check
The RGB backlight is ambient decoration, not a calibrated bias light for colour-critical work. Colours are vivid and fun, control is simple, and it photographs well for streams. Buyers who need accurate bias lighting for photo or video editing should look at a dedicated bias light instead and keep the Quntis for general use.
How it stacks up
Against the Quntis ScreenLinear classic, the RGB Pro adds the backlight and a wider colour range for a mid-range premium. Against the Quntis remote bar, it trades remote control for RGB colour. Against the BenQ ScreenBar Halo, it is the budget fun alternative: less refined optics and controls, far lower price, and colour the Halo cannot do.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- RGB backlight adds ambient colour for gaming and streaming, while the front bar stays neutral for work
- Three front colour temperatures cover cool daylight focus and warm evening wind-down
- Pricing undercuts flagship rivals substantially for a dual-light bar
Common complaints
- RGB modes can distract in a work-only setup, and the backlight is decorative rather than calibrated
- Build and optics sit a step below BenQ at the same size, with less even edge coverage
- Control layout takes a session to learn compared with a single dial
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
Key specifications
- Front light
- White light with 3 colour temperatures
- Backlight
- RGB ambient backlight
- Model
- LI-HY-0211-BK
- Use
- Desk work and gaming setups
- Power
- USB powered
Also consider
Quntis ScreenLinear
Quntis's classic bar: straightforward, affordable, glare-free desk light.
- Type: Monitor light bar, front light only
- Model: LI-HY-0214-BK
BenQ ScreenBar Halo
The first Halo: wireless controller and backlight at a lower price than the Halo 2.
- Brightness: 800 lux
- Power: 6.5 watts, USB
Research-based assessment. ThePickLedger has not hands-on tested this product; this evaluation synthesizes manufacturer specifications, retailer documentation, and published expert reviews.
Questions, answered
Can I turn the RGB off and just use the front light?
Yes, the front and rear lights are controlled separately, so the bar works as a plain white work light with the RGB off. That separation is what makes it viable for work desks, not just gaming setups.
Does RGB backlight help with eye strain?
A soft backlight of any colour reduces screen-to-wall contrast, which many users find more comfortable at night. RGB colour itself adds no extra eye benefit over white; the benefit comes from the glow, not the hue.
Will the RGB Pro fit my monitor?
It fits most standard flat monitors. Very thick or deeply curved displays should be checked against the Quntis mount guidance, with the Halo 2 as the fallback for extreme curves.