Looking for a new 27" monitor

[Hali]

So I am looking to replace my old NEC monitor, and sadly NEC sold out to Samsung and no longer makes quality monitors for image production. I just bought a new computer from Puget Systems and looked through their options, most of which seem out dated. The only one that comes within my very reduced budget (due to the computer) is an Asus 27" ProArt display. I would love an Eizo, but that's just not feasible.

Does anyone have any recommendations or have any feedback on the Asus monitor?

Thanks in advance.

Hali

 

[StevenAunan]

When I was working in IT, we bought lots of ASUS monitors for our users and never had any significant problems. I have no experience with the ProArt displays, but I like the fact that they're pre-calibrated! I've used DataColor colorimeters in the past and been very happy with the results, but the "Calman Verified" label is definitely a cut above. B&H sells the Calman software, and it's pricey! If I hadn't already bought an LG Ultrafine 27" display, I'd surely give the ASUS ProArt a good look...

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[Hali]

When I was working in IT, we bought lots of ASUS monitors for our users and never had any significant problems. I have no experience with the ProArt displays, but I like the fact that they're pre-calibrated! I've used DataColor colorimeters in the past and been very happy with the results, but the "Calman Verified" label is definitely a cut above. B&H sells the Calman software, and it's pricey! If I hadn't already bought an LG Ultrafine 27" display, I'd surely give the ASUS ProArt a good look...

Calman Verified Displays List

Calman Verified displays and devices ensure that your product meets the highest industry standards for performance. These products have undergone measurement, verification, and...Read More...

www.portrait.com

Thank you so much, Steven. It's good to know someone who has experience with the reliability of the monitors. I've had this NEC monitor since 2012 and if it wasn't for the heat it's generating and that it doesn't fully power off when I turn off my computer (the screen stays a milky white) I'd keep using it. It's old school but I calibrate it with the old NEC Spectraview software which works. I just think one day I will boot up and it won't work.

 

[PKM-UK]

So I am looking to replace my old NEC monitor, and sadly NEC sold out to Samsung and no longer makes quality monitors for image production. I just bought a new computer from Puget Systems and looked through their options, most of which seem out dated. The only one that comes within my very reduced budget (due to the computer) is an Asus 27" ProArt display. I would love an Eizo, but that's just not feasible.

Does anyone have any recommendations or have any feedback on the Asus monitor?

Thanks in advance.

Hali

Hi Hali,

I use an Asus ProArt 27" monitor (PA279CV), which I calibrate with a Calibrite Display Pro HL. (Apple Mac Studio/ MacBook Pro).

The monitor has been absolutely fine for my 'enthusiastic hobbyist' purposes.

Phil

 

[Arbarthisti]

Since my Imac demise, I went for a Mac Studio paired with an LG HDR 4K Ultrafine IPS 32, this has served me well has a nice desk footprint too. Can be calibrated quite easily.

 

[JohnFr]

A couple of years ago I was in your shoes looking for a monitor for my photography work. I went with a Viewsonic VP3268a-4K. Viewsonics specs state that it has 100% sRGB and 100% Rec.709 colour coverage. I color calibrate it every 3-4 months with a Datacolor SpyderX Pro. I love its color reproduction and highly recommend it.

 

[Hali]

Hi Hali,

I use an Asus ProArt 27" monitor (PA279CV), which I calibrate with a Calibrite Display Pro HL. (Apple Mac Studio/ MacBook Pro).

The monitor has been absolutely fine for my 'enthusiastic hobbyist' purposes.

Phil

Thanks, Phil! That's a good referral coming from you.

 

[Hali]

Since my Imac demise, I went for a Mac Studio paired with an LG HDR 4K Ultrafine IPS 32, this has served me well has a nice desk footprint too. Can be calibrated quite easily.

Thank you, Nick! I will look into this one too. Its always nice to have options that people like

 

[Hali]

A couple of years ago I was in your shoes looking for a monitor for my photography work. I went with a Viewsonic VP3268a-4K. Viewsonics specs state that it has 100% sRGB and 100% Rec.709 colour coverage. I color calibrate it every 3-4 months with a Datacolor SpyderX Pro. I love its color reproduction and highly recommend it.

Hi John, I hadn't evn considered Viewsonic. I will take a look at that as well!

 

[DWU2]

BenQ

 

[StevenAunan]

I don't know what your price range is, but Dell has a refurbished Ultrasharp U2723QE monitor for $299.

https://outlet.us.dell.com/GDOOnline/Online/InventorySearch?c=us&l=en&cs=28&s=dfb&buid=11&brandid=222806&pFilter=eyJBY2Nlc3NvcnlUeXBlIjpbIjExMDIxIl0sIlNlcmllcyI6WyIxMjIxNzIiXX0%3D

Normally $639, specs include an IPS Black panel and a wide color gamut: 100% Rec 709, 100% sRGB, 98% DCI-P3.

Dell UltraSharp 27 Inch 4K USB-C Hub Computer Monitor - U2723QE | Dell USA

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www.dell.com

 

[Hali]

BenQ

I have a 2K BenQ 27 inch. I was hoping not to spend that much again.

 

[Hali]

I don't know what your price range is, but Dell has a refurbished Ultrasharp U2723QE monitor for $299.

https://outlet.us.dell.com/GDOOnline/Online/InventorySearch?c=us&l=en&cs=28&s=dfb&buid=11&brandid=222806&pFilter=eyJBY2Nlc3NvcnlUeXBlIjpbIjExMDIxIl0sIlNlcmllcyI6WyIxMjIxNzIiXX0%3D

Normally $639, specs include an IPS Black panel and a wide color gamut: 100% Rec 709, 100% sRGB, 98% DCI-P3.

Dell UltraSharp 27 Inch 4K USB-C Hub Computer Monitor - U2723QE | Dell USA

View the Dell UltraSharp 27 Inch 4K USB-C Hub Monitor (U2723QE), the world’s first 27 inch 4K monitor with IPS Black, or shop all Computer Monitors at Dell.com.

www.dell.com

I will definitely look at that! Thank you!!!!

 

[Cubsprout19]

So I am looking to replace my old NEC monitor, and sadly NEC sold out to Samsung and no longer makes quality monitors for image production. I just bought a new computer from Puget Systems and looked through their options, most of which seem out dated. The only one that comes within my very reduced budget (due to the computer) is an Asus 27" ProArt display. I would love an Eizo, but that's just not feasible.

Does anyone have any recommendations or have any feedback on the Asus monitor?

Thanks in advance.

Hali

Hi Hali, I have the Asus ProArt 27" monitor (PA279CV) which I calibrate once a month with a Data SPyder XPro. The calibration hardly changes from month to month, and the prints I get match the screen as close as it's possible to I believe. It's a fraction of the Benq price, but for an enthusiastic amateur like me it's absolutely brilliant, I couldn't be happier with my choice.

 

[Hali]

Hi Hali, I have the Asus ProArt 27" monitor (PA279CV) which I calibrate once a month with a Data SPyder XPro. The calibration hardly changes from month to month, and the prints I get match the screen as close as it's possible to I believe. It's a fraction of the Benq price, but for an enthusiastic amateur like me it's absolutely brilliant, I couldn't be happier with my choice.

After looking at a bunch of monitors I think that I will probably go with that one as well.

 

[Dean Wilson]

Sorry I'm late to the game, but...

My old HP laptop was seriously in trouble, so I picked up an ASUS ProArt P16 and ASUS ProArt 27" monitor on the 24th of this month.

Twice I have had the laptop lockup while in Sleep-Mode, research revealed it was something to do with screensaver locking up and the resolution was to hold the power button for 30 seconds to reboot. One of these days I will look deeper into finding a resolution.

 

[Photofarmer]

Gigabyte monitors popular in Australia. Taiwanese

 

[jcass]

TL;DR - an IPS monitor that can be calibrated will suffice for online photos. If you're printing or selling, then consider a more significant investment. Alway be aware that what you see on your calibrated monitor isn't what other folks see online.

I have a BenQ SW272U which is fantastic... if you're doing prints. But I'm not, so it was a waste of my daughters' inheritance - please don't tell them. Yet, a waste that I do not regret. I also have two Asus ProArt 27GR93U monitors that I bought on a black friday sale. I paid less than half for the two Asus monitors than what I paid for the BenQ. Out of the box, the Asus monitors are way over-saturated to my taste and they seem to require more regular calibration. But, that is doable... a minor inconvenience imo. It is more annoying that Windows changes the monitors drivers to LG regularly. This is likely one of the issues with keeping the Asus monitors calibrated.

I edit photos on the BenQ. It is noticeable that the colors appear more saturated on my calibrated Asus monitors, and that may lead to them to appear generally oversaturated online. I'm totally ok with that. Prints on my old Canon PRO-100 match the BenQ.

P.S. I am a computer programmer so a three monitor system is a "must" for me.

 

[bedits]

I’ve used the Asus ProArt line before, and for the price, they’re honestly hard to beat. Color accuracy is solid once calibrated, and they hold up well for editing. Not Eizo-level, but for a reduced budget, they’re a convenient choice. If you do go that route, I’d suggest pairing it with a calibrator like the X-Rite or Spyder; it makes a big difference.