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Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV: the downsides first

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#3 of 8
$$4KScore 3.8/5
15%
of Amazon ratings are 1–2 stars
(checked 2026-10-11)Small sample: 621 ratings.

RTINGS's best mid-range work monitor. It's a factory-calibrated 27-inch 4K screen with very accurate sRGB color, an excellent stand and 96W USB-C charging, for less than the Dell U2725QE. But contrast is low, HDR is weak, there's no KVM or Thunderbolt, and 15% of Amazon ratings are 1-2 stars, with reliability and dimming complaints.

Top complaints

  • Low contrast and weak HDR

    RTINGS lists a low contrast ratio, highlights that don't pop in HDR and a terrible local dimming feature. Wirecutter preferred the Dell U2725QE's richer blacks.

    Source: RTINGS PA279CRV review, Wirecutter (NYT) best 4K monitors
  • Reliability, connection and dimming complaints

    Amazon's summary says some owners report unreliability and connection issues, and some say the display became very dim.

    Source: Amazon.com product page (Customers say)
  • Fewer hub features than pricier rivals

    RTINGS says it has a smaller USB hub than the U2725QE, no Thunderbolt and no KVM switch. It's also limited to 60Hz.

    Source: RTINGS best work monitors

What owners love

Good for
  • Photo and design work without calibrating
  • Charging bigger laptops over USB-C (96W)
  • A fully adjustable stand on a mid budget

Scores (tap for why)

What experts say

  • RTINGS: Best mid-range work monitor (updated 2026-09-09). Also recommended in its under-$500, USB-C and photo-editing lists.
  • Wirecutter (NYT): Worth considering as a slightly cheaper alternative to its top pick. It prefers the Dell's richer blacks and extra features.
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