BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
Lenovo ThinkVision T24i-30 23.8" Raven Black 2024
What Buyers Say
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
Lenovo ThinkVision T24i-30 23.8" Raven Black 2024
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this monitor, praising its easy setup, great picture quality, and adjustable stand. A few caution that the glass screen can scratch easily and suggest cheaper alternatives for home use, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Easy setup
- Great picture quality
- Adjustable stand
- Good value for money
- Nice design
Cons
- Glass screen scratches easily
- Delivery requires pickup
- Cheaper alternatives for home use
Scores
Specifications
| BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | Lenovo ThinkVision T24i-30 23.8" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 23.8" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 4 ms★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | 99% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | 6-bit |
| HDR | HDR10 | — |
| HDR Support | HDR10★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 1★ |
| USB-C | 2★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | — |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | 40W | 14W★ |
| Weight | 8.20 kg | 5.40 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
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)
Lenovo ThinkVision T24i-30 23.8" Raven Black 2024
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Below average color (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
- Below average display (22nd percentile)
Pricing
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
No current pricing available
Lenovo ThinkVision T24i-30 23.8" Raven Black 2024
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 29 specs.
