ViewSonic VS2725-2K 27" Black 2024
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
ViewSonic VS2725-2K 27" Black 2024
Users largely praise this ViewSonic monitor for its sharp 2K resolution, vibrant colors, and excellent value for office work, data entry, and general use. Built-in speakers are considered weak and tinny, a common minor complaint. The VA panel delivers deep blacks and high contrast, which many prefer over IPS, and build quality is deemed solid for the price. A few users note the joystick control is fiddly and the stand could be sturdier, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Pros
- Sharp 2K resolution
- Excellent contrast and black levels (VA panel)
- Great value for the price
- Bright and flicker-free display
- Good build quality
Cons
- Weak, tinny built-in speakers
- Joystick control is fiddly and imprecise
- Stand lacks rigidity and rotation
- No full manual or spec sheet in box
- Audio volume too low even at maximum
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
| ViewSonic VS2725-2K 27" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | — | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 100 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | — | 5 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | Adaptive-Sync | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | VESA Compatible Mount | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | — | 40W★ |
| Weight | 3.58 kg★ | 8.20 kg |
Pros & Cons
ViewSonic VS2725-2K 27" Black 2024
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong feature (70th percentile)
- Strong display (68th percentile)
- Below average ergonomic (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 6 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 30 specs.