Outside of your PC or laptop itself, your computer monitor is arguably the most important part of your computer setup. If your monitor isn’t meeting your needs, your computing experience is going to be disappointing. I say laptop users as well, because that is the way many of us work these days; using a laptop for portability, but plugging into an external monitor to get a bigger workspace than the laptop’s built-in display can offer. High on the wish list for most monitor shoppers are features like a large size and 4K resolution. Those who spend a lot of time working with digital media have another requirement: colour accuracy. The ASUS ProArt 27-inch 4K Ultra HD monitor is designed to meet all of these requirements.
Unboxing, assembling, and setting up the ASUS ProArt
ASUS packs the ProArt monitor very well. Maybe a little too well … I unbox a lot of equipment, and I have to say this was probably the most tightly packed I’ve dealt with. It was a bit of a struggle to extract the styrofoam-packed monitor from the box. However, the upside is that there is almost zero chance this monitor would be damaged during shipping.
Inside is the monitor, the stand, the power cord, and three video cables: USB-C, HDMI, and DisplayPort. I always appreciate it when companies include the cables in the box.
The monitor itself isn’t particularly heavy (10.24 kg), so it’s pretty easy to set down flat to install the stand. Just make sure to put down something soft to protect the display. The stand easily clicks into place, and is secured with a thumbscrew. You won’t need any tools. From there, all you need to do is set the monitor where it will be used, plug into power, and connect to your PC or laptop with one of the included cables.
Right-sized, high resolution display
ASUS offers multiple ProArt monitors in a range of display sizes. For those needing a compact monitor, there is a 24-inch option. Those who want to go larger can choose the 32-inch version. My review unit was the ProArt PA279CV, which is a 27-inch monitor. That’s the size I use for my own computer setup. I find a 27-inch monitor hits the sweet spot of providing a big picture, but without taking up too much space.
My review unit was 4K resolution. If you don’t need quite as many pixels, ASUS sells a 27-inch ProArt monitor with 1440p QHD resolution that would save you a few dollars.
Built to deliver the ultimate in colour accuracy
I am not involved in professional-level digital media editing. So the specifications and certifications this ASUS ProArt monitor don’t mean that much to me. But they sound impressive …
It’s Calman Verified and factory calibrated for excellent Delta E < 2 colour accuracy. It provides industry-standard 100% sRGB and 100% Rec. 709 colour space coverage. The monitor supports DCI-P3 color gamut and offers advanced features like 6-axis colour adjustment. It’s equipped with ASUS ProArt Palette.
If you do a lot of photo, image, or video editing, those likely mean a lot to you. From my perspective, the images and video on the ASUS ProArt monitor looked fantastic.
And with comprehensive onscreen controls that allow you to switch between different colour modes and tweak those colour settings, the user has far more control over the quality of what’s onscreen than most monitors offer. This includes preset modes such as Reading, HDR, and DICOM.
ASUS ProArt 27-inch 4K Ultra HD monitor key specs:
Note: there are a lot of specs for this monitor, so check the product page for complete details. |
Extreme flexibility for perfect ergonomic positioning
ASUS designed the ProArt monitor to be extremely adjustable, ensuring that no matter where you sit or how you position the monitor, you will have a perfect view and an ergonomic setup.
The stand offers 15 cm of height adjustment. It moves up and down with little effort, but stays in place. It can swivel on its base by 90 degrees. The display can up by 35 degrees and down by 5 degrees. It can also pivot from landscape mode to portrait mode, which can be extremely useful, depending on your workflow. You can even do away with the stand altogether to save desk space, and instead use the VESA 100 compliant wall mounting option.
No matter how you position this monitor, its IPS panel provides a wide, 178-degree viewing angle with low glare.
Speaking of ergonomics, I should point out that the panel used in this monitor is TUV Rheinland-certified Flicker-free and also incorporates Ultra-Low Low Blue Light technology. If you’re sitting at your computer for hours at a time, these features are going to go a long way toward reducing eyestrain.
It also includes a pair of integrated 2W speakers so you have stereo sound covered off.
ASUS ProArt connectivity options
The ASUS ProArt monitor offers the most popular digital connection options: USB-C, HDMI, and DisplayPort. That USB-C port is particularly versatile. Connect your computer via USB-C, and the monitor’s four USB Type-A 3.1 ports can then be used for data, turning the monitor into a USB hub. The USB-C port also delivers up to 65W of power.
ASUS makes a huge variety of PCs and laptops that would pair perfectly with this monitor, but I didn’t have any of these at my disposal. No worries, it is compatible with any PC. During testing, I connected my M1 MacBook Pro to the ProArt monitor over USB-C for 4K video output while also keeping my laptop charged. No need for the MBP to be connected to its charger. One less cable in my setup is a win to me.
Most of the cable inputs are located on the bottom of the monitor and behind a lip, so they’re not easy to access (two USB ports are on the side). Rather than feeling around blindly underneath the display, you could connected the video cable as part of assembly, or you can rotate the display to portrait mode at ay time for easy access.
Should the ASUS ProArt be your next computer monitor?
As I said, I can’t speak to the many colour accuracy certifications, but this monitor has a lot, and it’s factory calibrated. It should make any graphics professional happy and for anyone else, you’ll appreciate the brilliant colour.
To help make your decision, I’d suggest checking the customer reviews on Best Buy as they can be a great resource when shopping. At the time of writing, 78 people who bought this monitor left a rating, many with very detailed thoughts on their experience. They gave it an average rating of 4.6 Stars (out of a possible 5). That high rating reflects my experience with the ASUS ProArt monitor.
If it’s time for a 4K computer monitor that offers a wide range of connectivity options, a large (but not too-big) screen, extreme adjustability, and stellar colour performance, the ASUS ProArt 27-inch 4K Ultra HD monitor should definitely be on your list.
Its wide angles and 4K resolution
for the colour accuracy and 4K resolution
It’s Calman Verified and factory calibrated for excellent Delta E < 2 colour accuracy so that's good for website design. Wide range of connectivity options so I know it can connect to my equipment. Thank you
4K res and low blue light
I like the size, not too big, not too small. I also like that it has USB-C, HDMI and Displayports
for the colour accuracy and the low blue light tech
I love the wide viewing angle and it’s flexible positioning
I really like the low blue light technology and the wide viewing angle.
I like the fact the monitor is extremely adjustable. I like the onscreen controls that allows me to switch between different colour modes.
I would love the ability to rotate and colour accuracy for photoshopping.
wide angle viewing for a great picture and the low blue light so it wont damage my eyes too much
The wide viewing angle and the blue light reduction would appeal to me. Also the adjustable stand would work well in my gaming setup.
I like the colour accuracy and connectivity support on the ASUS ProArt monitor. It would handle graphic design work with ease and the connection support on this monitor seems well ranged and would offer a lot of flexibility.
I like the colour accuracy, as well as the ability to position the monitor in all sorts of different ways.
Low blue light and 4K res.
I also like the low blue light to help with eye strain, and the wide viewing angle.
I really like the low blue light and wide viewing angle
I really like the low blue light and wide viewing angle
I like its wide angles and 4K resolution
2 features I like: Low blue light, adjustable height and ergonomic positioning
I like how it has low blue lights which would help eyestrain when looking at the monitor for hours on end lol and its viewing angle.
Big fan of the vivid colour! I also like the flicker-free screen feature. I spend long hours at my computer for work and although I wear blue light blocking glasses, this is a great feature!
The ProArt Palette and the low blue light.
I like that it uses ultra-low low blue light technology and how flexible it is to adjust to fit each person’s preferences (swivel, pivot and height adjustable).
Ergonomic positioning and ultra low blue light
The huge colour palette for the ability to edit photos. As well the ergonomic design will save my poor neck.. I have a pinched nerve in my neck from always looking down at my screen & it makes my entire hand go numb.. VERY FRUSTRATING!! The blue light tech will also be great for my already stressed eyes. So many great features really!!
The 4K resolution plus the colour accuracy are really great features
I like the 4K resolution plus the colour accuracy features
The 4K resolution plus the colour accuracy are really attractive features
It’s Calman Verified and factory calibrated for excellent Delta E < 2 colour accuracy. It provides industry-standard 100% sRGB and 100% Rec. 709 colour space coverage. T
I really like the low blue light and wide viewing angle
I like the 350cd/㎡ brightness and 1000:1 contrast ratio of this monitor.
I like its wide angles and 4K resolution
I like the color accuracy, as well as the connectivity options.
350cd/㎡ brightness and 1000:1 contrast ratio
Low blue light and wide viewing angle
Large screen size and 4K resolution for design work
The Ultra Low Low Blue Light technology, and the Flicker Free technology I like the most.
the low blue light tech and the colour accuracy are my fav features
The colour accuracy and ergonomic positioning have me excited
Love the low blue light for extended hours of viewing and USB-C with 65W for charging and using my work laptop on it as an extended display. An IPS panel with great color and brightness is essential for all day long working.
I love the wide viewing angle, 4K ultra high-def, and low blue light on this monitor! All perfect for multitasking, editing, and gaming when you spend long hours in front of a screen.
I like the extreme flexibility for perfect ergonomic positioning and ASUS ProArt connectivity options as I have an older computer that does not work with some monitors.
Accurate Colours is SO important for the design work I do, plus the wide viewing angle would be great when other people crowd around my desk to see what I’m up to.
I like how this monitor delivers colour accuracy and ergonomic positioning.
Two specifications/features I like the most about this monitor are the low blue light technology and the 178-degree wide viewing angle panel.
Editing spreadsheets in 4k for hours on end with the lo blue lights would save my sanity.
I love the Delta E < 2 colour accuracy and the extreme flexibility for perfect ergonomic positioning.
I like the ergonomics and low blue light.
4K with HDR colour options are the features I would enjoy the most.
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