BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
CRUA CR270I 27" White 2025
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
CRUA CR270I 27" White 2025
The CRUA 34" monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its excellent picture quality, high refresh rate, and great value for the price. Users praise its crisp 4K and WQHD visuals, smooth gaming performance with FreeSync, and sturdy build. However, a few reviewers note difficulties with setup instructions, dead pixels on some units, and weak built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for gaming and professional use, with many planning to buy more.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- High refresh rate (144-165Hz)
- Great value for money
- Sturdy build quality
- Smooth gaming with FreeSync
Cons
- Difficult setup instructions
- Dead pixels on some units
- Weak built-in speakers
- Missing advertised 1080p high FPS mode
- Confusing power button design
Scores
Specifications
| BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | CRUA CR270I 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | — |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 240 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 5 ms★ | — |
| Adaptive Sync | — | FreeSync★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | 120% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | 8-bit |
| HDR | HDR10 | — |
| HDR Support | HDR10★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 1★ |
| USB-C | 2★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | — |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | — |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | — |
| Pivot | ✓★ | — |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 75x75 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | — |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | — |
| Power | 40W★ | — |
| Weight | 8.20 kg | 5.74 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)
CRUA CR270I 27" White 2025
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong display (72nd percentile)
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
Pricing
CRUA CR270I 27" White 2025 offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 11 of 30 specs.
