ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM3 31.5" Black 2026
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM3 31.5" Black 2026
The ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM3 OLED monitor earns strong praise for its stunning picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and excellent HDR performance with features like DP 2.1 and 240 Hz refresh rate. However, a significant number of customers report receiving units with cracked screens due to inadequate packaging from Asus, leading to frustration and multiple returns. While some buyers received extra protective packaging from Newegg, the overall sentiment is mixed—excitement about the display capabilities is tempered by widespread shipping damage concerns.
Pros
- Stunning picture quality and colors
- Deep blacks and excellent HDR
- 240Hz refresh rate with 0.03ms response
- DP 2.1 and good connectivity
- Improved scratch resistance over previous gen
Cons
- Cracked screen due to poor packaging
- Insufficient factory protection
- High risk of damage during shipping
- Some units dead on arrival
- Thin outer box with inadequate cushioning
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 ROG Swift PG32UCDM3 31.5" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 31.5" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 99% | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 500 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✗ | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | 42W | 40W★ |
| Weight | 8.70 kg | 8.20 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
ASUS ROG Swift PG32UCDM3 31.5" Black 2026
- Strong color (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (28th 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)
Pricing
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024 offers 2.2x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 30 specs.
