ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" 2021
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" 2021
This ASUS 34" curved ultrawide monitor, frequently purchased as a renewed unit, receives mostly positive feedback for its excellent picture quality, brightness, and value for money, especially for gaming and productivity like coding or photo work. However, several reviews note potential pitfalls, including dead pixels on arrival, noticeable backlight flickering in dark scenes, and G-SYNC compatibility issues. While the majority find it a great deal for the price, the reported defects and refurbished quality inconsistencies are significant concerns for some buyers.
Pros
- excellent picture quality and brightness
- great value for the price
- good for gaming and productivity
- adjustable stand
- decent colors out of the box
Cons
- dead pixels on arrival possible
- backlight flicker in dark scenes
- G-SYNC compatibility issues
- built-in speakers are poor
- feels slightly cheap in build
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 TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 34" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | — | IPS★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✓ | ✗ |
| Curvature | 1,500 | — |
| Screen Finish | glossy | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 550 nits★ | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | — | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 2★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 0 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | — | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | — | 40W★ |
| Weight | 9.01 kg | 8.20 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
ASUS TUF Gaming VG34VQL1B 34" 2021
- Strong color (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong feature (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong display (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (79th percentile)
- Below average portability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average ergonomic (10th percentile)10th %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)
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 31 specs.