Standing screen display size | 27 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 3840x2160 |
Max Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
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BenQ PD2725U Thunderbolt 3 Monitor for Macbook 27" 4K UHD | 100% Rec.709 & sRGB,95% P3 | IPS | DeltaE≤3 | Pantone | Calibration Report | Ergonomic | USB-C (65W) | Daisy Chain,Black
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Screen Size | 27 Inches |
Display Resolution Maximum | 3840 x 2160 Pixels |
Brand | BenQ |
Special Feature | USB-C (65W), Monitor for Mac, Pantone Certified, Delta E≤3, 100% REC 709, 100% sRGB, 95% P3 |
Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
About this item
- Made for Designers: 27" 4K monitor features Pantone Validated and Calman verified color accurate technology. Experience 95% P3 and 100% sRGB color coverage with Delta E ≤ 3. Built with M-Book mode which features Mac compatible color matching.
- ICC Sync Compatible with Display P3: The ICC Sync simplifies the color mapping process and can be completed in 1 second through the BenQ Display Pilot software.
- Daisy-Chain Technology: Free up your desk space and say goodbye to clutter thanks to the daisy chain connectivity capabilities Seamlessly connect your computer/laptop to create a multi-monitor setup.
- Thunderbolt 3: Synchronize images, videos, data and charge all of your Mac devices with an all-in-one cable
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Brightness | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 |
Picture quality | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.3 |
Value for money | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.1 |
Accuracy | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.1 |
Screen quality | 3.9 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 3.9 | 4.4 | 3.9 |
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display size | 27 inches | 27 inches | 31.5 inches | 23.8 inches | 32 inches | 32 inches |
resolution | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p | QHD Wide 1440p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p |
display technology | — | — | — | LCD | LCD | Eye-Care |
hardware interface | hdmi | hdmi, displayport, usb c | hdmi, displayport, usb3.2 gen 1 | hdmi | usb c | hdmi, displayport, thunderbolt, usb2.0 b, usb3.0 c |
viewing angle | — | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | 178 degrees |
mounting type | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
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Technical Details
Brand | BenQ |
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Series | PD2725U |
Item model number | PD2725U |
Item Weight | 18.3 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 10.8 x 24.2 x 17.7 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 10.8 x 24.2 x 17.7 inches |
Color | Black |
Voltage | 240 Volts |
Manufacturer | BenQ |
ASIN | B0918QXTGN |
Date First Available | March 28, 2021 |
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4.2 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #16,912 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #581 in Computer Monitors |
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Product Description
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Have confidence in your color. BenQ PD2725U is Calman Verified and Pantone Validated.
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Handy Display Assistant
Display Pilot 2 streamlines workflow for enhanced convenience and flexibility.
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PD2725U offers curated display modes to deliver professional results.
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HDR10 gets better results more efficiency when you preview the HDR effect on video while editing.
Expand Your Mac. Monitor for Mac Users
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Thunderbolt Monitor
Synchronizes images, videos, data seamlessly, and charge your Mac mobile devices all-in-one cable.
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With 65W power delivery and 40 Gb/s bandwidth, extend your workspace on up to dual 4k monitors.
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PD2725U is equipped with Display P3 color to ensure consistent color applications for digital works.
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Compatible with Display P3, ICCsync can be done within one second through the BenQ Display Pilot.
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Boost productivity via 3 USB-C ports, 2 HDMI ports, 1 DisplayPort, and 4-port USB hub.
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Auto-pairs with input signals. Switch systems or color modes via Hotkey Puck G2 to boost efficiency.
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Designate 3 single function keys, a rotation key, and the dial to adjust most-used features.
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Create comfort in the ideal position
With the height adjustable stand, tilt, swivel, and pivot flexibilities.
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Pantone Validated & Calman Verified
95% P3, 100% sRGB, and Rec.709 with Delta E ≤ 3.
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Screen Size
| 27 Inches | 32 Inches | 34 Inches | 32 Inches | 27 Inches | 32 Inches | 27 Inches |
Resolution (max.)
| 4K UHD 3840x2160 | 4K UHD 3840x2160 | 2K QHD 3440x1440 | 4K UHD 3840x2160 | 4K UHD 3840x2160 | 4K UHD 3840x2160 | 4K UHD 3840x2160 |
Aspect Ratio
| 16:9 | 16:9 | 21:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | — | — |
Panel Type
| IPS | IPS | IPS | IPS | IPS | IPS | IPS |
Display Screen Coating
| Anti-Glare | Anti-Glare | Anti-Glare | Anti-Glare | Anti-Glare | Anti-Glare | Anti-Glare |
Color Gamut
| 100% sRGB;100% Rec.709;95% P3 | 100% sRGB;100% Rec.709;95% P3 | HDR10;VESA DisplayHDR 400 | 100% sRGB;100% Rec.709;95% P3 | 100% sRGB;100% Rec.709;98% P3 | 99% sRGB;99% Rec.709 | — |
All-in-One Connection
| Thunderbolt 3 | Thunderbolt 3 | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C | USB-C |
Power Delivery
| 65W | 85W | 65W | 90W | 90W | 90W | 65W |
Pivot
| 90˚ | 90˚ | N/A | 90˚ | 90˚ | 90˚ | 90˚ |
Swivel (left/right)
| 30˚/30˚ | 30˚/30˚ | 30˚/30˚ | 275˚/ 275˚ | 275˚/ 275˚ | 15˚/ 15˚ | 15˚/ 15˚ |
Tilt (down/up)
| -5˚ - 20˚ | -5˚ - 20˚ | -5˚ - 20˚ | -5˚ - 30˚ | -5˚ - 30˚ | -5˚ - 20˚ | -5˚ - 20˚ |
Height Adjustment Stand(mm)
| 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 |
How To Reproduce A MacBook Pro’s Colors On My BenQ Monitor?
BenQ has developed a new M-Book mode to simulate the color specs of MacBook Pro on our monitors with M-Book Mode. Please click and follow the instructions below, or read on to learn more about this topic.
How To Set Up Dual Monitors With One Thunderbolt 3 Port?
To daisy-chain two monitors via Thunderbolt, please connect the two monitors with the Thunderbolt 3/4 certified cable and follow the steps below.
Can I Use Thunderbolt 3 To Charge My Macbook Pro Or Windows Laptop?
Yes, you can use Thunderbolt 3 to transmit audio, video, and data plus deliver up to 85W of power to your Windows laptop or MacBook Pro.
What Are The Benefits Of The Hotkey Puck?
Hotkey Puck G2 has 3 function keys and a rotation key, allowing users to designate preferred color modes and features as shortcuts to widely used settings. Please click and follow the instructions below, or read on to learn more about this topic.
How Display Pilot Makes Easier Use Of A DesignVue Monitor?
Display Pilot is software to integrate quick and easy access for use of your monitor with Desktop Partition, Print Assist, Keyboard Hotkey, Application Mode. Please click and follow the instructions below, or read on to learn more about this topic.
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Customers like the ease of setup, performance, appearance and color accuracy of the monitor. For example, they mention that it works well for office tasks and moderate gaming, it looks premium and that the color accuracy is good. They are also happy with value, and quality. That said, opinions are mixed on brightness and resolution.
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Customers like the quality of the monitor. For example, they mention it has a high quality IPS display, the stand is well-built, and the UI for a display is well above average. Some say that the resolution and color of the screen are great.
"TL/DR: Amazing monitor. Great picture, Great Features. HotKey Puck - the accessory I didn't know I needed, but can't live without!..." Read more
"...Lastly, the UI for a display is well above average. There are two quick profile color swaps, and brightness is super easy to adjust...." Read more
"...on attaching it to the VESA arm already on my desk, but the stand is so well-built (and aesthetically pleasing) that I dispensed with the arm...." Read more
"...(I use HDMI and display port) what adds flexibility but only provides one HDMI what could be a deal breaker for some...." Read more
Customers like the color accuracy of the monitor. They mention that the color is good, the contrast is great, and the sharpness of every hue is impressive. The monitor has HDR capabilities, a wide color gamut, and myriad input ports. It handles the Prophoto color space beautifully, and customers can see color much more accurately. The various color settings and features are interesting and cool.
"...All the various color settings and features are interesting and cool. I don't really use them but did find them interesting enough to check out...." Read more
"...The most striking difference was viewing 4K HDR video. The color accuracy, brightness, and contrast are all great...." Read more
"This is the most color accurate monitor I've ever owned, and that is straight out of the box without calibration...." Read more
"...PROS. Resolution, color and brightness are good; you have different types of connectors (I use HDMI and display port) what adds flexibility but only..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the monitor. They mention that it looks premium, has excellent color, and that everything looks crisp and clear. The stand is nicer than the most critical reviews, and the scaling works fine. The features are interesting and cool, and it improves the quality of projects.
"...All the various color settings and features are interesting and cool. I don't really use them but did find them interesting enough to check out...." Read more
"...Bad:Backlighting could be more uniformBlacks look really good but still not as dark as my old plasma TVSomewhat pricey..." Read more
"...OS (very few monitors are), the scaling works fine, and the text is crisp and clean...." Read more
"...Bezels are thin; it looks nice.Cons:- The speakers are painfully, embarassingly, laughably bad. I cannot overstate this...." Read more
Customers like the value of the monitor. They mention that the quality, features, and build ultimately justify its price tag. Some say that the BenQ BL2420PT has a good pixel ratio for the cost, offering decent color. They also appreciate the stand, cable, and the build quality. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it for those who create.
"...: I feel like this monitor's quality, features, and build ultimately justify its price tag...." Read more
"The display screen I bought is fantastic and a reasonable value for the money...." Read more
"...Overall, I think value for the money is good but not the best. I would invest few more dollars and get the Viewsonic or a LG / Dell monitor...." Read more
"...Somewhat priceyInternal speakers aren't any better than a Macbook's. Why bother?Wishlist:..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the monitor. They mention that it works well for office tasks and moderate gaming, and it works perfectly. Some say that it has a 5ms delay time, which is fine for gaming. Overall, most are happy with the product's performance.
"...No FRC, but MacOS doesn't support it.Slim bevels.Stand works nicely, no buttons or levels.Bad:..." Read more
"...Color accuracy looks fine too and got very nice results when I hooked to a GFORCE RTX 2060 graphics card...." Read more
"...Works great with my M2 Mini..." Read more
"Price is good. Quality of materials good. Functionality is good...." Read more
Customers find the setup of the monitor to be easy. They mention that the controls are easy to use once they understand the symbols, and the menus are easy with configurable buttons. They also say the KVM switch makes it simple to switch between computers and have the speakers, microphone.
"...It is much easier to plug everything in, then attach the monitor to the stand...." Read more
"...Wide color gamut and covers 96% of P3Easy to use UI and fastMulticolor profiles come included..." Read more
"...It has greatly simplified my setup and allows me to easily slide the monitor down to expose the mirrorless camera hidden behind it when I need to..." Read more
"...Easy to set up and is an absolute breeze on the eyes. Enjoy!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the brightness of the monitor. Some mention that the brightness, colors, and viewing angle are all great, and the overall backlight illumination looks good. However, others say that the first time they noticed the brightness was not high, the brightness is weak for HDR editing, and that the corners are unevenly lit.
"...The display is plenty bright, without being too bright. It is flicker-free and has settings to minimize blue light...." Read more
"...Viewing angles are pretty good but shy of smaller displays.Wattage is a bit low for 15 inch MacBooks running CPU intensive tasks, meaning..." Read more
"...The color accuracy, brightness, and contrast are all great...." Read more
"...Looking at a background of pure white I see the brightness is very uneven at the corners, on both units...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the resolution of the monitor. Some mention that it has a decent resolution, thin bezels, and large stand. They say that 4K resolution is the perfect resolution for 32 inches, and there are no pixel problems. However, other customers say that the resolution might be a bit much if this is your primary display, and it fails to maintain the same resolution for vertical view.
"...The rest of the features are just gravy. 4K is the perfect resolution for 32 inches...." Read more
"...When the monitor is totally dark, you can see a bit of unevenness. Also, there are no backlighting zones...." Read more
"...PROS. Resolution, color and brightness are good; you have different types of connectors (I use HDMI and display port) what adds flexibility but only..." Read more
"...And while the pixel density isn't perfect for Mac OS (very few monitors are), the scaling works fine, and the text is crisp and clean...." Read more
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I shopped for a monitor for months. I have used dual 27" monitors for at least a decade. I've recently started to have trouble with vision - more than just my eyes getting old, but they are too. I thought getting a slightly larger monitor would be nice. Then my docking station for 2 laptops (built-in KVM) started to fail - and it had been discontinued and there were no replacements available. I had 2 choices, buy 2 docks, plus a KVM and all of the extra cables, or reevaluate my entire setup and consider a monitor with a built-in KVM. Frankly, it was a really tough decision. Lots of monitors with built-in KVM - not many that also have daisy-chain capability. And without daisy-chain capability, I'm back to needing 2 laptop docks and all the cables that would require.
This monitor from BenQ was the only one that also let me take advantage of the Thunderbolt connection on my laptop. Another key requirement was 4K resolution capability.
The Good:
The picture quality is really good and the features are fantastic. The display is plenty bright, without being too bright. It is flicker-free and has settings to minimize blue light. The color calibration is far more than I need. All the various color settings and features are interesting and cool. I don't really use them but did find them interesting enough to check out. There is also a boatload of software that you can download, including eye care software that reminds you periodically to look away from the monitor etc. All good things to help preserve eye health.
The Freakin' AWESOME
The most exciting feature of the monitor is the hot-key puck. With other monitors that have a built-in KVM switch, the switch to changing computers is usually on the monitor itself - not always convenient or easy to reach. The hot-key puck has a 3–4-foot cord and allows you to navigate the on-screen menu without needing to reach the monitor. You can even customize the buttons (hotkeys). This handy-dandy device allows me to change the computer with a click of a button on the hot-key puck. While the cord is plenty long to be within reach without stretching, I do wish it was a tad bit longer or could use an extension cable, so that I could run the cord under my desk to minimize cord clutter. But that's a really petty complaint for a spectacular feature.
The monitor stand is an outstanding feature with a well-thought design. The stand has quite a bit of heft to it - it's downright heavy. It has a flat plate that sits on the desk. It's suitable to place any number of small items you want to place below your monitor. It's almost large enough for my 13" Ultrabook to set on top of, but not quite. The monitor connects to the stand with a quick-release type of connection giving the back of the monitor a very finished look. Putting it together is a one-person job.
The meh
There is a single headphone jack on the side of the monitor. I made sure to get a right-angle plug to minimize the impact on the monitor alignment on my dual-monitor setup.
Most of the connections are on the back of the monitor but facing upward - meaning it's impossible to see the connections with the monitor standing upright. It is much easier to plug everything in, then attach the monitor to the stand. I keep my user guide handy so that I can find the connection diagram if I need to unplug or reconnect anything.
The Could-Be-Betters
There is no ethernet port. You can certainly use one of those ethernet-to-USB adapters and plug that into a USB port. I found that to be slower than when I plugged the ethernet adapter directly into my laptop. It also uses a USB port. Which leads to....
There are only 4 USB 3.1 ports (3 USB-A, 1 USB-C) for peripherals. 2 of these ports (1 USB-A & 1 USB-C) are on the side of the monitor. Those are easy to reach, but when in use, they prevent smooth alignment with another monitor for multi-monitor set-ups. 4 USB ports are typical of many, if not most, KVM switches, but fewer than I need. I have a USB hub connected to one of the ports on my monitor.
I do wish that there were an option for a monitor arm that was compatible with the quick-release feature. It is so easy for one person to attach, and it looks very finished. (One of the new BenQ monitors has an arm like another brand's arm that does fit. I haven't tried the other brand's arm long-term because there isn't enough room for all the cables with the monitor's KVM switch). I do wish that the new BenQ monitor arm was compatible and available to purchase without the new monitor. I would buy it in a second.
Prior to researching for a new monitor, I had never heard of BenQ. Given my experience with this product though, they have moved to the top of my list for future monitor purchases.
It's relatively performant, besting the other displays at this size. The best comparison of the displays I tried was a Dell U3219Q when I purchased it was $850, but now it is roughly half the price. In pretty much every measurable way, the BenQ is a better display (sans perhaps cost-to-performance).
It works great my MacBook Pro and Mac Pro (although under 10.13.6 with an NVidia GPU, it was registering as a 6k display, whereas my AMD Vega 56 reported it correctly). The only real complaints are the viewing angle could be a hair wider, but at the size, this is always going to be the cause. Color shift is pretty minimal. The finish can be mildly glare reflective in direct sunlight as its not a full matte. There's the smallest of edge shadow due to the ultra-thin bezel at the bottom edge, least pronounced of the four 32 inch 4k displays I've tried. The black uniformity is the best I've ever seen in a 32-inch display, which is just flatly ok. When the monitor is totally dark, you can see a bit of unevenness. Also, there are no backlighting zones. It gets dark; it's not like my aging plasma screen's ability to produce deep blacks. As a daily driver, though, this is an excellent display and better than most. The wide gamut is especially felt when working with Adobe RGB profiled images and RAW photos. The P3 covers Rec BT 709 (very similar to sRGB) but lacks in the greens compared to Rec BT2020, which is well beyond any current displays sans very expensive high-end color grading displays.
Embracing P3 as the wide gamut standard, which covers roughly 45% of the colors the human eye can see (it's nowhere near Rec BT2020 covers 75%), is a good move as it is similar to Adobe RGB in colors covered. Basically, downloading test 10bit vs. 8bit footage is notable as gradient banding pretty much nonexistent whereas 8 bit footage you can see the banding.
I don't live or die by color accuracy, but it is nice when doing UI work.
There's also a few eye-strain technologies tossed in, do they work? Unsure doesn't seem to affect my eyes. Also, the charging isn't quite enough for the 15 inch MacBook.
Lastly, the UI for a display is well above average. There are two quick profile color swaps, and brightness is super easy to adjust.
Pros:
True 10 bit, not FRC.
Wide color gamut and covers 96% of P3
Easy to use UI and fast
Multicolor profiles come included
Didn't need to set up any color adjustments
Despite the wide amount of features, sanely implemented
Very low color shift.
Fantastic pre-calibration.
USB 3.1c
More inputs than I'll ever need.
Colorwise matches my MacBook 2017
The so-so:
Matte isn't totally light sheeting.
Viewing angles are pretty good but shy of smaller displays.
Wattage is a bit low for 15 inch MacBooks running CPU intensive tasks, meaning still probably gotta use a power cable.
GeForce 1060 thought the display was 6k under MacOS 10.13.6.
No FRC, but MacOS doesn't support it.
Slim bevels.
Stand works nicely, no buttons or levels.
Bad:
Backlighting could be more uniform
Blacks look really good but still not as dark as my old plasma TV
Somewhat pricey
Internal speakers aren't any better than a Macbook's. Why bother?
Wishlist:
I wish this was 5k or 6k; the size is fantastic.
60+ Hz would be nice.
Zoned backlighting for larger light/dark
/edit update:
Well covid hit and now this my main work display, and because of its input switching and ability to charge my laptop, has become even more valuable. I have a Thunderbolt 3 dock but this effectively eliminates the need. One cable connects me to my speakers, two displays and speakers, which are shared with my 2010 Mac Pro.
Quality: After I purchased this monitor, I performed a side-by-side comparison with my Samsung UC3899, and it was no contest. The most striking difference was viewing 4K HDR video. The color accuracy, brightness, and contrast are all great. And while the pixel density isn't perfect for Mac OS (very few monitors are), the scaling works fine, and the text is crisp and clean.
Convenience: My favorite thing about this monitor is the convenience its features deliver. The KVM switch makes it dead simple to switch between computers and have the speakers, microphone, and peripherals follow. The hotkey puck is also great for everyday tasks and adjusting the brightness throughout the day.
Construction: This is one of the most solidly-built monitors I've ever owned. I planned on attaching it to the VESA arm already on my desk, but the stand is so well-built (and aesthetically pleasing) that I dispensed with the arm. It has greatly simplified my setup and allows me to easily slide the monitor down to expose the mirrorless camera hidden behind it when I need to turn on the webcam (see uploaded images).
Value: I feel like this monitor's quality, features, and build ultimately justify its price tag. I'm very close to giving it five stars, and the refresh rate is the only thing holding me back. If this supported 120 Hz, it would be the perfect monitor (for me).
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2023
Quality: After I purchased this monitor, I performed a side-by-side comparison with my Samsung UC3899, and it was no contest. The most striking difference was viewing 4K HDR video. The color accuracy, brightness, and contrast are all great. And while the pixel density isn't perfect for Mac OS (very few monitors are), the scaling works fine, and the text is crisp and clean.
Convenience: My favorite thing about this monitor is the convenience its features deliver. The KVM switch makes it dead simple to switch between computers and have the speakers, microphone, and peripherals follow. The hotkey puck is also great for everyday tasks and adjusting the brightness throughout the day.
Construction: This is one of the most solidly-built monitors I've ever owned. I planned on attaching it to the VESA arm already on my desk, but the stand is so well-built (and aesthetically pleasing) that I dispensed with the arm. It has greatly simplified my setup and allows me to easily slide the monitor down to expose the mirrorless camera hidden behind it when I need to turn on the webcam (see uploaded images).
Value: I feel like this monitor's quality, features, and build ultimately justify its price tag. I'm very close to giving it five stars, and the refresh rate is the only thing holding me back. If this supported 120 Hz, it would be the perfect monitor (for me).
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Aquí mi lista de PRO's y Contras.
Pro's:
• #1: La Calidad de Imagen.
• El tamaño para trabajar es extraordinario. Cierto, mueves más la cabeza y te tienes que acostumbrar, pero una vez que lo haces, aprecias lo ultra-ancho.
• Gracias a sus capacidades de configuración puedes obtener una calibración muy precisa. Recuerda, no es Adobe RGB pero al usar Display P3 estás en un buen porcentaje de precisión.
• Descubrí que es mejor trabajar con 2K que con un monitor retina.
• La base es sólida, tiene varias conexiones y es cómodo en todo momento.
• El hotkey Puck es una buena herramienta.
• Destaca más en Final Cut Pro: Cabe todo. Tooodo. En verdad trabajas más eficientemente con este tamaño.
Contras:
• Por alguna triste razón, si lo conectas por USB-C sólo obtienes 8 bits de color. Debes conectarlo por HDMI para obtener los 10 bits. Por el precio y su mercado, debió traer al menos Thunderbolt 3.
• Por este mismo inconveniente, debes conectar un USB tipo A para que funcionen el resto de conexiones con la debida pérdida de velocidad. Es mejor conectar todo directo a la computadora. Eso sí, trae todos los cables.
• En ocasiones al prender los equipos, no encuentra la señal de la computadora, por lo que debes asignar manualmente la entrada HDMI para que funcione. Realmente es la única CONTRA que sí me afecta.
• Y en verdad, hubiera sido mejor que Benq no le pusiera bocinas: Suenan hooorrible, más feo de lo que estás pensando ahora. Afortunadamente yo uso externas.
Observación neutral:
Aunque viene calibrado de fábrica, lo calibré con un x-rite i1 para adaptarlo a mi ambiente de trabajo. La calibración fue excelente y de paso conseguí terminar con el problema del brillo.
Al conectarlo la primera vez, ví que el control de brillo estaba casi al máximo y me preocupó un poco. Una vez calibrado el monitor, el software de x-rite lo puso a menos de la mitad (44%) y se ve muy bien. He continuado trabajando con ese parámetro sin problemas.
Por otro lado y aunque el Display Pilot (el software de Benq) es muy útil, tiene inconsistencias menores. Afortunadamente es software y confío en que se actualice pronto.
Reviewed in Mexico on October 11, 2023
Aquí mi lista de PRO's y Contras.
Pro's:
• #1: La Calidad de Imagen.
• El tamaño para trabajar es extraordinario. Cierto, mueves más la cabeza y te tienes que acostumbrar, pero una vez que lo haces, aprecias lo ultra-ancho.
• Gracias a sus capacidades de configuración puedes obtener una calibración muy precisa. Recuerda, no es Adobe RGB pero al usar Display P3 estás en un buen porcentaje de precisión.
• Descubrí que es mejor trabajar con 2K que con un monitor retina.
• La base es sólida, tiene varias conexiones y es cómodo en todo momento.
• El hotkey Puck es una buena herramienta.
• Destaca más en Final Cut Pro: Cabe todo. Tooodo. En verdad trabajas más eficientemente con este tamaño.
Contras:
• Por alguna triste razón, si lo conectas por USB-C sólo obtienes 8 bits de color. Debes conectarlo por HDMI para obtener los 10 bits. Por el precio y su mercado, debió traer al menos Thunderbolt 3.
• Por este mismo inconveniente, debes conectar un USB tipo A para que funcionen el resto de conexiones con la debida pérdida de velocidad. Es mejor conectar todo directo a la computadora. Eso sí, trae todos los cables.
• En ocasiones al prender los equipos, no encuentra la señal de la computadora, por lo que debes asignar manualmente la entrada HDMI para que funcione. Realmente es la única CONTRA que sí me afecta.
• Y en verdad, hubiera sido mejor que Benq no le pusiera bocinas: Suenan hooorrible, más feo de lo que estás pensando ahora. Afortunadamente yo uso externas.
Observación neutral:
Aunque viene calibrado de fábrica, lo calibré con un x-rite i1 para adaptarlo a mi ambiente de trabajo. La calibración fue excelente y de paso conseguí terminar con el problema del brillo.
Al conectarlo la primera vez, ví que el control de brillo estaba casi al máximo y me preocupó un poco. Una vez calibrado el monitor, el software de x-rite lo puso a menos de la mitad (44%) y se ve muy bien. He continuado trabajando con ese parámetro sin problemas.
Por otro lado y aunque el Display Pilot (el software de Benq) es muy útil, tiene inconsistencias menores. Afortunadamente es software y confío en que se actualice pronto.
The stand has good adjustability and while the monitor is a bit bulky due to being an older model, it's really well-built. I wish companies like BenQ were still making 21.5 - 24" monitors with these specs nowadays.
VIL PANTALLA. La verdad es que es una chulada usarla para fotografía e ilustración. Tiene un tamaño muy bueno para sentirse grande pero sin ser intimidante. La reproducción de los colores es superior a la laptop que tengo de referencia (su pantalla tampoco canta mal las rancheras). Y pasar de resolución Full HD a Quad HD si se siente, no tan padre como cuando pasamos de HD a Full HD, porque ahí era duplicar la cantidad de pixeles emitidos, aquí es como 1.5 veces, tal vez si lo quieres volver a sentir cámbiate a una Ultra HD (o 4k). Ya empecé a divagar... prosigo.
Los puertos me parecen bien, estaría padre que tuviera un puerto extra de hdmi, pero no me quejo, eso solo es capricho. El cuerpo de la pantalla es precioso. Sus marcos son altos (y estoy hablando de en donde termina de sumirse el marco y empieza la pantalla, no del grosor). Y de vez en cuando, si tengo un rato libre (que solo es los sábados), me pongo a jugar uno que otro juego, y si tienes un monitor con reproducción de color perfecta, el juego también se ve hermoso (recuerden que este monitor te muestra los colores exactos por calibración de fábrica, si quieres colores vivos y saturados vete a buscar a otra parte, aunque a mi no me gustan). No me pregunten por el tiempo de respuesta, porque no tengo idea, tampoco me importa mucho que digamos. Existen bocinas integradas en este monitor, digamos que no son la gran cosa, pero yo las uso todo el tiempo para tener música de fondo mientras photoshopeo o dibujo.
En mi veredicto, le doy un 9 y medio. Solo por el capricho del hdmi.
Tip: Si te encuentras en una zona menos iluminada de lo habitual te recomiendo que le bajes al brillo o te van a comer sus rayos láser.
Posdata: Girar la pantalla a modo vertical es muy divertido, o sólo soy yo.