ASUS ProArt PA27JCV 27" Black / Silver 2024
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS ProArt PA27JCV 27" Black / Silver 2024
The Asus ProArt 5K display receives mixed feedback from users. Many praise its image quality and value compared to the Apple Studio Display, especially for Mac users seeking a high-resolution monitor. However, significant issues include edge dimming, HDMI compatibility problems, and a few reports of complete failure, leading to a polarized sentiment.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Great value for money
- Mac-friendly 5K resolution
- Color-calibrated out of the box
- Sharp and clear display
Cons
- Edge dimming issues
- HDMI compatibility problems
- Some units completely non-functional
- Not suitable for professional editing
- Expensive for a brick
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
| ASUS ProArt PA27JCV 27" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 5120 x 2880 | 3840 x 2160 |
| 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 | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 500 nits★ | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB, 100% Rec. 709, 99% DCI-P3, 95% Adobe RGB | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 2 | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 26W★ | 40W |
| Weight | 5.91 kg★ | 8.20 kg |
Pros & Cons
ASUS ProArt PA27JCV 27" Black / Silver 2024
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong color (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
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)
Pricing
ASUS ProArt PA27JCV 27" Black / Silver 2024 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 0 of 6 usage categories and 1 of 30 specs.
