Amzfast AMZG24X1 24"
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
Amzfast AMZG24X1 24"
This monitor offers excellent value for money, with vibrant colors, high refresh rates up to 240Hz, and a sturdy stand. Gamers praise its performance with PS5 and PC, though the built-in speakers are widely criticized as tinny and underpowered. Customer service for replacements is fast and hassle-free. Overall, a great budget-friendly choice for gaming and work, but external speakers are recommended.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Vibrant colors and good HDR
- High refresh rate up to 240Hz
- Sturdy metal stand with tilt/swivel
- Fast and hassle-free customer service
Cons
- Terrible built-in speakers (tinny, underpowered)
- MPRT causes reverse ghosting
- VRR slightly mutes colors
- No built-in speakers on some units
- Power adapter feels lightweight
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
The BenQ MA270U is overwhelmingly praised by Mac users for its exceptional color accuracy and sharpness, which closely matches Apple's Retina display. Reviewers highlight the easy USB-C connectivity, matte finish that reduces glare, and the value it offers at a fraction of the cost of Apple's own monitor. A few users note the premium price, but most agree it is worth the investment for a high-quality external display.
Pros
- Exceptional color accuracy and sharpness
- Easy USB-C connectivity
- Matte finish reduces glare
- Great value compared to Apple monitor
- Simple and quick setup
Cons
- Premium price point
- No built-in webcam
- Requires AC power, not USB-powered
- No built-in speakers mentioned by some
Scores
Specifications
| Amzfast AMZG24X1 24" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 24" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | VA | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 200 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 129% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR Display | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | — | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 75x75 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | — | 40W★ |
| Weight | 4.05 kg★ | 8.20 kg |
Pros & Cons
Amzfast AMZG24X1 24"
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong performance (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (75th percentile)
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
- Below average display (32nd percentile)
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 30 specs.