BenQ MA270U 27" White 2024
Dell S2425HS 24" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
BenQ MA270U 27" White 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
Dell S2425HS 24" Silver 2024
The Dell S2425HS monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its excellent picture quality, vibrant colors, and smooth 100Hz refresh rate. Users are particularly impressed by the built-in 5W speakers, which deliver surprisingly rich and clear sound for integrated monitor audio. The height-adjustable stand is praised for its flexibility and ease of assembly, making it a great value for both home office and photography work.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Vibrant and accurate colors
- Smooth 100Hz refresh rate
- Surprisingly good built-in speakers
- Flexible height-adjustable stand
Cons
- Limited bass from built-in speakers
- No outer packaging for shipping
Scores
Specifications
| BenQ MA270U 27" | Dell S2425HS 24" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 23.8" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | — |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 100 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 5 ms★ | 8 ms |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | 99% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| HDR | HDR10 | — |
| HDR Support | HDR10★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 0★ | — |
| USB-C | 2★ | — |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | — |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | — |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | — |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | — |
| Power | 220W★ | — |
| Weight | 8.20 kg | 3.19 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
BenQ MA270U 27" White 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)
Dell S2425HS 24" Silver 2024
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (78th percentile)
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
- Below average display (22nd percentile)
- Below average performance (33rd percentile)
Pricing
Dell S2425HS 24" Silver 2024 offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 29 specs.
