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ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV vs Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor

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all judged against monitors at a similar price

The ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV scores 6.9/10 overall, ahead of the Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor at 4.8/10.

The ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV leads on sharpness for text, connectivity and docking, ergonomics and build and warranty.

The Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor leads on refresh rate and motion.

They score the same on panel quality.

The biggest difference is connectivity and docking, where the ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV scores 8/10 to the Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor's 3/10.

ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV

ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV

6.9/10verdict: buy

The ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV is a 27-inch 1440p IPS monitor for people who care about colour accuracy, such as photo editors. It suits a single-cable laptop desk, with USB-C at 65W, a four-port USB hub and a fully adjustable stand. It is less suited to HDR, dark-room viewing or fast games.

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Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor

4.8/10verdict: skip

The Acer EK271 G is a 27-inch Full HD IPS monitor with a 120Hz refresh rate. It suits someone who wants a large, smooth screen for general desktop use and has a single HDMI source. It is a poorer fit for anyone who wants sharp text, DisplayPort or an adjustable stand.

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Scores, criterion by criterion

CriterionWeightASUS ProArt Display PA278CVAcer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor
Panel quality25%7/107/10
Sharpness for text20%6/103/10
Connectivity and docking20%8/103/10
Ergonomics15%8/104/10
Refresh rate and motion10%5/107/10
Build and warranty10%6/105/10
Overall6.9/104.8/10

Specifications

SpecASUS ProArt Display PA278CVAcer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor
Screen size27-inch27-inch viewable, 68.6 cm, 16:9
Resolution2560 x 1440 (WQHD)1920 × 1080 (Full HD) maximum
Panel typeIPS, 178° viewing angle, LED backlight, anti-glare surfaceIPS, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles, anti-glare, 1 ms response (VRB)
Refresh rate75Hz maximum, Adaptive-Sync 48–75Hz120 Hz
Inputs and USB-CUSB-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode, 65W Power Delivery), two DisplayPort 1.2 (daisy-chain), one HDMI 1.4, USB hub with four USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, earphone jack1 x HDMI (HDMI 1.4), 1 x VGA
Stand adjustmentTilt +35° to −5°, swivel ±45°, pivot ±90°, height 150mm, VESA 100x100mmTilt -5° to 20° (Acer figure); VESA 100 × 100 mm; no height, swivel or pivot adjustment listed
HDRNo HDR supportnot listed

Strengths and weaknesses

ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV

  • + Factory calibrated, 100% sRGB, ΔE below 2
  • + USB-C with 65W power plus four USB-A ports
  • + Height, tilt, swivel and pivot, plus VESA mount
  • − Mediocre contrast and black uniformity
  • − No HDR support
  • − 75Hz maximum, with some motion blur reported

Skip it if:

  • Buyers who want HDR or strong contrast for dark-room viewing
  • Gamers who want a refresh rate above 75Hz
  • Anyone who needs a built-in KVM or Ethernet in the monitor
Read the full ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV review ›

Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor

  • + IPS panel with 99% sRGB and 1,500:1 contrast
  • + 120Hz refresh with Adaptive Sync support
  • − Low pixel density: about 82 PPI at 27 inches
  • − No DisplayPort, USB-C or USB hub
  • − Tilt-only stand with no height adjustment

Skip it if:

  • Anyone who reads lots of small text and wants a sharper screen
  • Laptop users who need USB-C, a hub, KVM or docking
  • Buyers who need a height-adjustable or pivoting stand
Read the full Acer EK271 G 27 inch LCD Monitor review ›

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