ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV vs Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

Researched, not hands-on tested.How we review ›

all judged against monitors at a similar price

The ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV scores 6.9/10 overall, ahead of the Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor at 6.3/10.

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

The Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor leads on panel quality and refresh rate and motion.

They score the same on sharpness for text.

The biggest difference is connectivity and docking, where the ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV scores 8/10 to the Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor's 5/10.

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.

Typically about £239 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

Affiliate link. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Details

Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

6.3/10verdict: good, not the best

This is a 24 inch Full HD IPS monitor for people who want a clean screen with wide sRGB coverage on a small budget. It suits office desks, second screens and general home use where HDMI is enough. It is a poor fit for anyone who needs USB-C, DisplayPort or a stand that adjusts in height.

Typically about £74.97 in the UK when we researched itCheck price at Amazon UK

Affiliate link. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Details

Scores, criterion by criterion

Criterion	Weight	ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV	Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor
Panel quality	25%	7/10	8/10
Sharpness for text	20%	6/10	6/10
Connectivity and docking	20%	8/10	5/10
Ergonomics	15%	8/10	5/10
Refresh rate and motion	10%	5/10	8/10
Build and warranty	10%	6/10	5/10
Overall		6.9/10	6.3/10

Specifications

Spec	ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV	Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor
Screen size	27-inch	23.8 inch viewable (24 inch class)
Resolution	2560 x 1440 (WQHD)	1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Panel type	IPS, 178° viewing angle, LED backlight, anti-glare surface	IPS
Refresh rate	75Hz maximum, Adaptive-Sync 48–75Hz	120Hz (manufacturer figure; retailers list 100Hz)
Inputs and USB-C	USB-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 jack	HDMI 1.4, VGA, 3.5 mm audio in/out, 2 x 2 W speakers
Stand adjustment	Tilt +35° to −5°, swivel ±45°, pivot ±90°, height 150mm, VESA 100x100mm	Tilt only; VESA 100x100 mount compatible
HDR	No HDR support	not 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 ›

Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor

+ IPS panel with 102% sRGB coverage
+ 120Hz refresh rate with Adaptive Sync support
+ VESA 100x100 mount compatible
− Stand only tilts
− No DisplayPort or USB-C input
− Text sharpness limited to 92.56 ppi

Skip it if:

Buyers who want USB-C, DisplayPort or a USB hub for docking
Anyone who needs a stand with height, swivel or pivot adjustment
Users who read or code all day and want sharper text

Read the full Philips 24E1N1100A/00 Full HD LCD monitor review ›

More comparisons

Compare all monitors · Best monitors