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Asus Proart Display PA278CV Review

True Score

61
61
1

Experts

65
0

Consumers

Expert Rankings

Despite its lack of HDR support and a low contrast ratio, the Asus ProArt Display PA278CV remains a decent gaming monitor with superb color handling and good brightness levels.

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Product Snapshot

Overview

The Asus ProArt Display PA278CV is a budget 1440p monitor released in 2021 that promises to deliver a great gaming experience thanks to FreeSync and G-Sync compatibility. The 27-inch display is also optimized for color-sensitive work as it boasts a wide color gamut and 2 Delta E Calman verified color accuracy for precise color reproduction. In addition, users who tend to work or play for extended periods will appreciate the display’s use of both flicker-free technology and low blue light technology to keep headaches at bay and reduce eye irritation, features that make it less strenuous to use compared to the Fiodio AF11F. Get to the end of this Asus ProArt Display PA278CV review to see what else it has in store, and how it compares to the top-performing computer monitors in the market today.

Consensus

our Verdict

The Asus ProArt Display PA278CV got mixed reviews. It had good peak brightness for SDR content and good viewing angles, but its contrast ratio, black levels, and lack of HDR support were less than impressive. If you’re looking for a similar budget-level monitor, check out the Asus ProArt PA278QV model.

Reason to Buy

  • Support for Variable Refresh Rates makes it suitable for gaming
  • Flicker-free and low blue light reduces eye irritations over prolonged use
  • Good brightness levels for SDR content
  • Decent viewing angles
  • Low input lag

Reason to Avoid

  • No support for HDR content
  • Low 1078:1 contrast ratio
  • Mediocre black uniformity levels

Asus Proart Display PA278CV Specs

Display TypeLED
HDMI Inputs1
HDR FormatYes
Max Resolution2560 x 1440
Panel TypePanel TypeIPS
Refresh Rate75 Hz
Response TimeResponse Time5 ms
Screen size27"
Sync TechnologySync TechnologyAdaptive Sync

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Test Results

Brightness (nits)364
Contrast Ratio (as ratio, x:y)0
Color Gamut/Accuracy % (DCI P3 uv)0
Color Gamut/Accuracy % (DCI P3 xy)0
Color Gamut % (Adobe RGB Coverage xy)79.2
Color Gamut % (Adobe RGB Coverage xy)79.2
Color Gamut % (Rec. 2020 Coverage xy)0
Color Gamut % (Rec. 709 Coverage xy)0
Input Lag (ms)8.7
Response Time (ms)7
Reflections % (Total Reflections)5.3
Horizontal Viewing Angle (Washout Left)42
Horizontal Viewing Angle (Washout Right)43
Vertical Viewing Angle (Washout Above)57
Vertical Viewing Angle (Washout Below)52

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Score Card

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Expert Score

61

*.75

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Customer Score

65

*.25

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True Score

61

Any product with a True Score above 60 is a Meh

Expert Score Breakdown

  • Rtings
    103.4

    Category Trust Score

    67
    The ASUS PA278CV is good for media creation. The 1440p resolution delivers a sharp image,… read more

    By:

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