LG Smart Monitor 34SR63QA-W.AUS 34" White
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
LG Smart Monitor 34SR63QA-W.AUS 34" White
This LG monitor earns generally positive feedback for its value, especially when paired with a Mac Mini or for multitasking. Users love the screen real estate and curved design, though some report issues with color accuracy, resolution with certain setups, and the smart TV interface. The remote interference with other devices and minor software quirks are noted but not dealbreakers for most.
Pros
- Great value for price
- Excellent screen real estate
- Curved design
- Easy assembly
- Good built-in sound
Cons
- Smart TV resolution issues with apps
- Poor color accuracy for Mac users
- Remote interference with other TVs
- Stand has limited adjustability
- Bluetooth audio unreliable
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
| LG Smart Monitor 34SR63QA-W.AUS 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 | 1,800 | — |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 100 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | — | 5 ms★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | — | 0★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✗ |
| Power | — | 40W★ |
| Weight | 6.10 kg★ | 8.20 kg |
Pros & Cons
LG Smart Monitor 34SR63QA-W.AUS 34" White
- Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong connectivity (68th percentile)
- Below average ergonomic (24th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (29th 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 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 10 of 30 specs.
