BenQ PD2705Q review: 1440p USB-C IPS monitor with KVM

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Buy the BenQ PD2705Q from Amazon: locally.link/cPKj Video timestamps: -Intro: 00:00 -Specs: 00:58 -Comparison with PD2700Q: 01:46 -Design & stand: 02:28 -OSD: 03:43 -Image quality: 05:46 -Brightness & HDR performance: 08:00 -Backlight bleed: 10:03 -Gaming performance: 11:02 -Verdict: 12:13

[@eroscar]

This one or the PHILIPS 272B7QUPBEB?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@eroscar hard to pick between the two - if you don't need a KVM, get the Philips.

[@nikita.yazhechkin]

So at some point pd2700q is better than pd2705q? 10bit vs 8bit

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@nikita.yazhechkin if you can utilise 10-bit, then arguably, yes

[@ukaszcezary8870]

Hello totallydubbedHD, I just want to say, that PD2700Q has also 8 bit panel +2FRC, so it finnaly gives 10 bit color depth.

[@TotallydubbedHD]

True!

[@bitTorrenter]

​@@TotallydubbedHDWhich isn't native 10bit depth but are there any?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@bitTorrenter there are, but you'll have to look for them.

[@t120233]

Hi ! BENQ PD2705U and MSI MD272 QXPW Which one would you tell me to choose?Thanks !

[@gcdevicegc6103]

The hotkey works until the computer is restarted. When rebooted, the port settings and image in Display Pilot are unchecked! anyone got the same ?

[@giannisgavrilidhs1938]

nice video mate! you should make comparison videos for 240hz,144hz,IPS-gaming monitors,IPS vs TN vs VA no matter price...

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Thanks. Could do, but there are so many factors there, that unless you had the same manufacturer etc it would be a pretty pointless video (think input lag for example)

[@mohitmojito]

Hey around 7:15 you mentioned you've seen gaming monitors that offer similar performance. Can you tell me which ones did you have in mind?

[@danmar007]

I don't sub to KZbinrs who think they are more important than their fans and ignore their questions.

[@guicivolani7173]

awesome review!!

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Thanks!

[@danmar007]

@@TotallydubbedHD What a jerk. You liked a comment that kissed your butt, but you didn't answer @mohitmojito's question.

[@bradl2636]

So no Hotkey Puck G2 included? Seems a major oversight.

[@md.tanvirrahmanbhuiyan8621]

So which one should someone buy between asus proart pa278qv or benq pd2705q whose primary need is photo editing and secondary video editing. I use an MBP M1 and need something that matches the Mac colour space (Mbook seems a luring option but not sure if that is a marketing gimmick or true). I also use an iPad Air 5 for photo editing so consistency of colour is important for me. While monitor price in my country is hell high (400-800% tax from 27 inches to above) these are the two options within my price range (in USD calculation both are double than their global price in my country).

[@TheEverydayManChannel]

You missed the KVM part 😵

[@nemanjaness]

In terms of color accuracy, brightness and panel itself, is this better option than PD2500q?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Not reviewed that, so no idea

[@amadeuszczerwinski6689]

Hello. Is this monitor good pick for web browsing/youtubue watching/occasional gaming/skype. Do these graphic functions somehow worsen daily usage or are they only an upgrade? I know BenQ has a multimedia monitor 1440p ew2780q but i don't like how it looks and also it has worse stand. Moreover those graphic functions would be useful for video editing. Thanks.

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Guess so.

[@giulio7288]

is it better this or odissey G5 for mainly for office, plus casual gaming

[@java2894]

So the 2700u is the better buy?

[@ekphotography]

I suggest this to a friend and she says it is very opaque? Like there is no gloss to the screen at all. I never had one but suggested for her after reading reviews...? Is it normal? She was use to an iMac, not even 5K... Thanks for any suggestions!!

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Pretty much no screen now is glossy; iMacs are the only ones I can really think of that have a glossy finish - this is because of glare/reflections being really bad on them for most people, but on the flip side black tones are superior on glossy panels.

[@dmitrytotsamiyda4246]

Hi, thanks for the great video! Can you recommend this monitor for coding and surfing the web, considering I don't have a colorimeter? Is it worth even paying attention to color deviations in my case. And another question - I would like kvm and USB-C, but but I can refuse them if the predecessor is really better. Does it make sense to abandon the old model in addition to cost and brightness?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Thanks! I guess for you, colour accuracy isn't important, so that'd be fine. As you know the brightness and functionality, I'd say if KVM and Type-C are important, then this would be a good pick

[@dmitrytotsamiyda4246]

@@TotallydubbedHD thanks for superfast answer!

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@dmitrytotsamiyda4246 no probs! Do drop a like or sub if you can :)

[@subratkumarswain1818]

Which one is best this or Asus Pro art PA278QV

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Not tried the other, so can't comment.

[@Lorenzo-ou9qd]

Hi Chris, thanks for the review. You said that BenQ PD2705Q and Dell U2721DE are near-identical for daily work, but what about graphic works? What the main differences and which one do you recommend? Thank a lot for your patience

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Glad you liked the review! Well would depend, what colour space do you work in?

[@Lorenzo-ou9qd]

@@TotallydubbedHD Thank you for your quick reply! RGB-sRGB on Photoshop, rarely CMYK

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@Lorenzo-ou9qd if it's sRGB, then any monitor that I've reviewed that has the best sRGB colour accuracy would be my pick. If you were looking at different colour spaces, that's where the differences between models might be!

[@Lorenzo-ou9qd]

​@@TotallydubbedHD So if I am looking for sRGB the 100% accuracy of Benq or the 99% of Dell are so near that 1% doesn't make any difference? Or this 1% has a fondamental role in terms of color? Sorry, but it's my first "professional" monitor

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@Lorenzo-ou9qd don't worry about asking questions - that's what the comments section is for! There's a difference between the colour gamut they cover and then the actual colour ACCURACY. And I test against the sRGB standard; here the BenQ his an average Delta E of 1.04 (closer to 0 is what you're looking for), with a maximum of 2.1 - which is really good. I don't know what the Dell manages, as I haven't tested it.

[@aky19832001]

Why don't these come higher than the 60hz

[@Ashkan547]

Can I connect (charge & display) a MacBook Pro just through USB-C on this version?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Indeed, you should be able to. Double check the specs, to be sure.

[@Y2Kvids]

What Other Gaming monitors Match the color performance , you said in the video .

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Check the description!

[@paolo.arcangeli]

Hi, I'm undecided whether to buy the PD2700U or the PD2705Q What is the best monitor? I need it for web design work. The thing I find useful in this model is the USB-C input where I could plug my macbook, but I don't know if that makes it better than the PD2700U. what do you say?

[@FreedomReigns1000]

Paolo which did you decide on?

[@paolo.arcangeli]

@@FreedomReigns1000 MacBook Pro 16

[@intech7863]

Pd2700u is 4k so better and its 10bit 8+frc depend what you resolución want

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@intech7863 good point!

[@paolo.arcangeli]

@@TotallydubbedHD hi, could this lg 27UN83A be better than benq? for use in web design.

[@anujkumar-po5ik]

Which would you choose Asus proart 278qv or benq2705q

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Not tried the other so can't comment

[@anujkumar-po5ik]

Is benq one 8 bit or 10 bit..I know Asus one 8 bit

[@sanjayshorey4225]

@@anujkumar-po5ik : What did you buy? Was it a great deal?

[@nansfilms2430]

Can i connect two input device and switch to signal without disconnecting the cable or powering off device one at a time just to let you know Laptop DP cable and my PC HDMI

[@TotallydubbedHD]

So two inputs? Of course, all monitors allow what you've described

[@almostprofessionalrecords6651]

Can you set integer scaling 720p to 1440p using OSD?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Can't remember, sorry! Check the manual

[@ianho386]

Do you still recommend this monitor now in 2024? Consider buying one

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Yup

[@joedore5206]

Hi , Just watched your review, as I'm in the process of getting the PD2700Q , What calibration device would you recommend ? And do I really need one. I will mostly use the srgb color space. Thank You

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Depends if you want to calibrate your monitor. I'd suggest looking into the benefits of having one Vs not, then making your decision.

[@iajayinc]

asus proart pa278cv vs benq pd2705q or may be ThinkVision P27h-20 I need to purchase the monitor to connection to Mac studio and would-be mainly used for web development and app development (coding) Or do you suggest some other monitor in this range Thanks in advance

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Not tried the other, but watch the review and see how it compares to the others.

[@orbispictus6127]

Can't say for ThinkVision but the other 2 are mainly for visual/graphic work. I dont think coding need that much features. Benq make some good monitors for programming such as GW2790QT or RD280U.

[@sanjayshorey4225]

@@orbispictus6127 : Web development requires UI UX and graphic design too to some extent and color accuracy important in this. Do you think pd2705q is great choice?

[@woohoozzi]

Thank you so much for your clear, detailed reviews! I'd be curious for your take on my situation. I'm totally torn on getting a BenQ PD2705Q vs a Lenovo Q27h-20. I do light video editing and graphic design but no intense color editing. I'm also a casual gamer, and I'll be using the monitor as a USB hub for my laptop (for mouse, keyboard, mic, etc.). I love the minimal aesthetic of the Lenovo Q27h-20 with no edges on any side, but the silver monitor color doesn't match my desk setup and the USBs would stick out the back rather than down. The BenQ PD2705Q ticks the opposites of all those points, but also doesn't have as many nits and my home office is in a pretty bright sun room. I appreciate your time and energy.

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed the review! Not having tested the Lenovo it's hard to say, but it would seem that the BenQ does more for you than the other.

[@woohoozzi]

@@TotallydubbedHD Yeah I watched your Lenovo Q27h-10 review and as far as I could tell the main difference is that the Q27h-20 has extra ports for use as a docking station. Thank you for your thoughts!

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@woohoozzi oh, I've tested that one? Haha, sorry. Didn't realise/couldn't remember.

[@HokkeeKun]

Does PD2705Q have 8bit + 2(FRC)?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Not sure, best asking the manufacturer

[@freddymiguelponce]

First time in your channel. Great video! Can i use this monitor in a 2 monitors set up with the Mac Mini M1? Thanks in advance and sorry for my English i'm still learning Have a Productive and Healthy day!

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Thank you! I can see why you couldn't. Depends if your Mac has the two display outputs/can cope with it.

[@java2894]

So the 300nit is it way off from 350nits or it’s passable?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Passable!

[@java2894]

@@TotallydubbedHD that’s good or bad ,because am thinking of to buy this or the Pd2700u?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@java2894 300 is passable, as per my comment, but not good for HDR

[@lennycurtisxo]

Hi just subscribed, very impressed with your review (although some stuff went over my head, I'm old & a bit of a technophobe :-( ) so nice to get an honest opinion. I just wondered if you have done a review of Dell U2722DE Ethernet Monitor ? I would be editing photos mainly & general surfing.

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Thanks, glad you liked it! Nope, not tried that Dell model so can't comment, sorry!

[@lennycurtisxo]

@@TotallydubbedHD Ok many thanks for reply

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@lennycurtisxo no worries!

[@turkistan06]

This monitor or Dell U2721DE for daily work/development?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Don't think I've tried the Dell

[@turkistan06]

@@TotallydubbedHD what about this one vs u2719DC?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Again, not sure I've tried it lol?

[@turkistan06]

@@TotallydubbedHD ok im pretty sure you tried it :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJaaaqFmjcmigZI

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@turkistan06 ah ha! Reviewed so many bud, I lose track. To be honest both are good, just depends how much they cost where you live! What are the going rates in your area?

[@SaboteurC64]

Thank you Ralph Macchio

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Who?

[@QuakerRaze]

Hi Chris, do you buy these products or the companies send you over a review model and you have to return them back after a loan expires? If it's the former, hello hello hello. I'm a loyal subscriber of thee and sharing is caring these days in these unprecedented times.

[@TotallydubbedHD]

I get these sent to me, then these go back to the manufacturer. And lol.

[@sanjayshorey4225]

@@TotallydubbedHD : Do the compensate you monetarily for these reviews?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@sanjayshorey4225 no, never for a review or else that would add bias.

[@sanjayshorey4225]

@@TotallydubbedHD : Thanks.

[@shajjj455]

How does the text look on windows 10

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Looks fine!

[@ultrarelaxgaming]

I got a 2 computer, dual monitor set up and I'm thinking about using this monitor as a KVM switch. Question is will the daisy chain still work in this situation?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Don't really understand the question; maybe best looking at the manual?

[@ultrarelaxgaming]

Sorry it was late last night when I typed this lol basically I'm trying to Laptop BenQ monitor Second monitor Will this work?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

@@ultrarelaxgaming yeah, can't see why it wouldn't?

[@with_bren]

hey does it work with a 2017 13" MacBook Pro ?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

presumably.

[@atexnik]

KVM wasn't cover at all.

[@fmeneuhe]

Does this monitor have a remote controller to change the settings?

[@Aranzahas]

Buy a TV if you are addicted to remote control

[@diogomcamilo]

BenQ PD2700Q is 10 bit and this one is 8 bit

[@LiceDus]

indeed, I don't know why you would go for this one then? considering its €100 more expensive

[@beats_loops]

Hola este es 4k?

[@TotallydubbedHD]

Title?

[@beats_loops]

@@TotallydubbedHD is this monitor 4k? Work?