Acer CB272K UM.HB2AA.010 27" Black 2023
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
Acer CB272K UM.HB2AA.010 27" Black 2023
This 27-inch Acer monitor is praised for its excellent value, good picture quality, and adjustable stand that allows height, tilt, and rotation. Users appreciate the 100Hz refresh rate and quick assembly, but many note a confusing two-step power-on process and poor built-in speakers. The included user guide is minimal, requiring some technical know-how to set up the display properly.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Good picture quality
- Adjustable height stand
- 100Hz refresh rate
- Quick and easy assembly
Cons
- Confusing two-step power-on process
- Poor built-in speaker quality
- Minimal user guide
- Requires technical knowledge for setup
- Wobbly spindle riser when jostled
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
| Acer CB272K UM.HB2AA.010 27" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 4 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits | 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 | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 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 | 8.28 kg | 8.20 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
Acer CB272K UM.HB2AA.010 27" Black 2023
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (78th percentile)
- Strong color (77th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (75th 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
Acer CB272K UM.HB2AA.010 27" Black 2023 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 30 specs.
