ASUS ProArt PA27JCV 5K 27-inch display (designer review)

[@teohontech7141]

Comment by someone who managed to get higher AdobeRGB readings: "The factory settings preset Adobe RGB are not 100% correct. This means that the result is not 100% either. The factory settings are over 7000K instead of 6500K, only 150 nits instead of 160 nits and the gamma of 2.2 is also not 100% correct. This makes it clear that the result is not 100%. If the correct settings are made, the monitor should achieve 99% Adobe RGB. The same applies to DCI-P3 (approx. 95-99%). If Adobe RGB is used, DCI-P3 cannot be used (due to other settings), it must then be switched to DCI-P3. Hope this information can help."

[@kinocchio]

This is perfect alternative to studio display.

[@LorenzoNW]

Have you actually compared the ASD to the ASUS yourself or are you just basing your comment on this video?

[@kinocchio]

@ the latter

[@TheGalacticIndian]

When Teoh is making a review, I listen🎖

[@teohontech7141]

Thanks :-)

[@ThePilexstream]

his a tech priest, we all listen.

[@classicaloracle]

Thank you - this is what I have been waiting for a long time! Presently I can switch between a Windows desktop and a mac Mini M1 as you do here but I didn't want the Studio Display as it was difficult to use with Windows and expensive due to many features I don't require such as audio. I hope other manufacturers also start to produce 5k monitors.

[@agiverreviga4592]

It seems to have strong vignetting or shadowing on the edges. For non-miniLED display this is not good...

[@skeyko4688]

Thanks Teoh for this great review. Did you identify any uniformity issues of this monitor?

[@teohontech7141]

Looks okay to me. Brightness is lower at the edges as measured by the colour calibrator but it's not something I can see that noticeably.

[@skeyko4688]

@@teohontech7141 Thank you very much! Contemplating to order one.

[@teohontech7141]

@@skeyko4688 It's rare to find 27-inch 5K displays. And this is a good one.

[@rozetka1942]

We are waiting for Benq PD2730s to appear with the same panel. It will be interesting to compare.

[@TemplarianDotCom]

With them no releasing or announcing a matching 6k makes it seem like the larger panel might be having delays.

[@teohontech7141]

Publishing this before I know the price because I've no idea when I will get the price info.

[@sullyFL]

B and H says 799

[@teohontech7141]

@@sullyFL If so that's a really good price considering Apple Studio Display and Samsung Viewfinity S9 both launch at USD 1600. LG Ultrafine 5K was 1300 if I remember correctly.

[@mari_am2222]

I would love to see your review of the XPPen Artist Pro 19. Especially comparing it side by side with your Huion Kanvas Pro 19.

[@rewanji]

Why brands don’t invest is real differentiated industrial design is beyond me. Would it be that hard to offer a real attractive alternative to what Apple is selling? I know it’s a niche market but even so… Anyway a welcome addition to a very small market.

[@LorenzoNW]

Beyond exterior aesthetics, i think it would be hard to compete with Apple's proprietary Retina Display and their customer service.

[@tomekint]

Great review! Looking forward to it being available in EU soon. Offtopic , could you share the details of the macbook case and keyboard case that you are using?

[@teohontech7141]

Mine is just a generic brandless Macbook case bought off local shopping platform. You can try aliexpress

[@sivakumarappan7390]

Hi, great review. Looking for a 5k monitor for the new Mac mini and a windows laptop. KVM switch on this ticks the boxes! Can I ask what keyboard and mouse setup you are using? Thanks

[@teohontech7141]

Yunzii B75 Pro but it has firmware problems. Mouse is just a generic Targus

[@sivakumarappan7390]

@ oh dear! Any recommendations for a decent keyboard mouse combo? I had looked at the Logitech mx keys & master mouse

[@teohontech7141]

@@sivakumarappan7390 Wow. There are so many keyboard choices. My fav mechanical is Epomaker RT100. For non mechanical maybe Logitech K780 with a phone dock. Logitech mice are good. Don't really have to spend that much to get a good mouse unless you need the extra features. There are many reviews on Amazon, and KZbin.

[@sivakumarappan7390]

@@teohontech7141 fab thanks!

[@ymaizosz]

Mac OS works well with integer scaling.. That's the reason why Apple sells 5K monitor (with integer scaling it gives you a work space area of 2560x1440 while maintaining the sharpness of 5K 218 ppi).

[@teohontech7141]

Yeah, and because of that, MacOS doesn't work well with certain monitor size and resolution.

[@ImGeraldBurns]

Hey Teoh! Awesome review as always. I have one question.. By any chance did you notice any crazy backlight bleed?

[@teohontech7141]

Not that I can see

[@ImGeraldBurns]

@@teohontech7141 Awesome! I know it can be luck of the draw when it comes to IPS panels, but was worth asking. Thanks for getting back to me!

[@TalesOfWar]

I'm hoping to match this up with the newly announced Mac mini. Now we just need a release date and UK pricing! No doubt they'll just do a find and replace of the $ for £ and add 20% for good measure.

[@TransCanadaPhil]

yeah I'm in the market for a new 5K monitor for the same reason. Just ordered the new Mac mini and I'm upgrading from an old 2015 iMac with a built in 27" 5k display.

[@LorenzoNW]

The two questions graphic designers will be asking are 1) how does it compare to the Apple Studio Display and 2) how is ASUS's customer service? I have a friend who bought an ASUS laptop a few years ago and getting it serviced was a nightmare.

[@yashmalhotra9202]

what keyboard are u using ? it look super clean 🔥🔥

[@teohontech7141]

Yunzii B75 Pro. It has firmware problems so I don’t recommend.

[@yashmalhotra9202]

@@teohontech7141 aah i see, I'm thinking to buy keychron k8 pro

[@juurstudio]

Price and release date for both the 5k and 6k versions would be great.

[@weeyangsim]

Is there really no demand for a PC version of Mac Studio Display, i.e. with some really nice speakers + really nice webcam? Pros need audio, and do zoom calls, don't they?

[@teohontech7141]

There should be demand, depending on price.

[@DiogoReis]

Dell has a 6k with a integrated webcam, but it's also a bit expensive...

[@selasibaeta]

Awesome! Been looking for a good KVM monitor with Retina scaling. Are you getting the 6k to review?

[@teohontech7141]

The 6K 32-inch belongs to the same product line as this so I don't expect much difference except for the screen size. But hey, if they have a review unit available, I will review it. It will be quite an experience with such a huge and beautiful display.

[@selasibaeta]

@@teohontech7141 been waiting to pull the trigger on a dell 6K 32 but the design of the ProArts just looks so much better. Thanks for your review. Now we wait on release date and pricing

[@teohontech7141]

Yeah, this monitor is thinner than I expected. When I saw the packaging box, I thought they sent me the wrong product. 32-inch is not within my usability comfort range and too big for my table also.

[@rozetka1942]

Thank you!

[@JAFOpty]

the front controls are not very Mac-like, but boy how do I miss physical control buttons!! These will be very useful for my workflow...

[@hypno0784]

12:12 Would you rather have: 1. A better monitor spec for the same price (higher refresh rate, bigger screen, OLED etc.) but deal with a non-Apple resolution and use software fixes, or 2. Have hardware that is considered "Retina" resolution by Apple but not have other nice to haves? I'm stuck making this decision so I'd love to hear from you.

[@teohontech7141]

Go with option 1 because as long as you get a display that has 4K up to 27-inch, you get use BetterDisplay app to get perfect UI scaling even if MacOS cannot. This ASUS is actually the best blend of two options.

[@liuhao2878]

How does it compare to studio display? especially matt vs butter smooth gloss finish of studio display.

[@teohontech7141]

I’ve not see the Apple Studio Display in person so I can’t say much. I always prefer matte over glossy

[@juurstudio]

What is the purpose of the different built in color modes, especially when you calibrate it anyway again? Also do you calibrate your display differently when creating stuff for print (Adobe RGB) or screen (sRGB)?

[@teohontech7141]

The display modes are for different workflows. I usually set to AdobeRGB to calibrate. In the pinned comment, someone mentioned my calibration process was wrong hence I could not get higher AdobeRGB.

[@expectmore-]

So the stand is 1.5” too short , put a book under it 📘

[@BlazeOnMoto]

Hi. Thank you for the review. When you have connected the computer via hdmi and you are switching off the computer, is there a strong blue light with a message hdmi no signal? I have pa329crv, and it does this blue strong light when I am switching off my computer. ( only with hdmi, there is no blue screen with usb c connection) It is very annoying. I have to say.

[@teohontech7141]

I no longer have this display to test that

[@BombDaBass2000]

Since there is no auto brightness..i guess the brightness control with the Apple keyboard does not work and there is only brightness correction in the monitor menu itself?

[@teohontech7141]

You've to use the shortcut buttons to adjust brightness. It's easy.

[@michaelst9920]

Sorry, as long as the ASUS 5K has a ugly matte coating! It definitely downgrades the high & brilliant display quality of a 5K 220 PPI screen, so you might as well stick with a 4K display. As long as it has not a glossy coating, it is a no-buy for me!

[@marekurbanowicz]

The monitor being not horizontal somehow disturb me a lot :)

[@rozetka1942]

When working for more than 4 hours, do your eyes get tired?

[@teohontech7141]

Not for me

[@Handler9]

A few remarks: Windows (10/11) is not great at scaling. Anything above 1440p at 27" is a mess on Windows. macOS and Wayland linux are much better in that regard.

[@NonlinearSystem]

Does it have light sensor to change brightness automatically?

[@teohontech7141]

No

[@daviouskertal7928]

Can you please review the redmi pad pro for writing

[@davidrd8240]

is 10 bit panel?

[@teohontech7141]

Yes

[@jperfection]

10 bits (8 bits + FRC)

[@teohyc]

@@jperfection 8-bit with FRC is sRGB display. 10-bit is AdobeRGB display.

[@McCloud23892]

is there a 32 inch for it?

[@teohontech7141]

There is a 6K 32-inch version

[@costaslou9885]

Do you know when 32 inch 6k is coming out

[@teohontech7141]

@@costaslou9885 No idea

[@TemplarianDotCom]

Waiting for the 6k variant. Was worried about the glare which is an issue with my current 4k panels. So weird Asus doesn't have the spec page up for the 6k yet.

[@marekurbanowicz]

same here. I want to go with 2*6K 32" and just add one 32 4K with like 144Hz or something for gaming from time to time.

[@thefloorhasgone]

I was hoping this would be compatible with the Asus stylus as well 😢😅

[@teohontech7141]

Doesn't make sense to draw on such a monitor

[@Steineger-t6m]

I have a M1 Mac Mini, would this monitor works well without having to meddle with the resolution settings?

[@teohontech7141]

It will work great

[@sullyFL]

Do you know anything about the Auto KVM feature? For all of these KVM-enabled devices, the KVM is rarely demoed, but it's an essential feature for many of us.

[@teohontech7141]

I think I showed that in this video

[@jaspalkallar5993]

Sorry, no symmetrical sized borders, so not interested

[@DominikKristek]

Finally! 5K 27" makes perfect sense, very clear image and no need for scaling! 4K 27" is silly.

[@teohontech7141]

Technically speaking, there's still scaling. 4K 27-inch is not silly. It's MacOS scaling that's silly

[@Pringle412]

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