Design & Build
The ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV is a 27-inch monitor with a slim chassis and black bezels. The design is not overly flashy, but it’s functional and easy to use. The OSD has buttons on the front of the frame, making it easy to adjust settings like brightness and display mode. The monitor also has a simple kettle lead plug and an on/off switch, which makes it easy to use and reduces clutter on the desk.
Key Specs
- Screen size: 27in
- Screen type: IPS Black, LED backlight
- Resolution: 5120×2880
- Colour gamut (stated): 100% sRGB
- Inputs: 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 2x USB-C, 3x USB-A, headphones
- HDR: HDR10, DisplayHDR 500
- Webcam: No
- Features: USB KVM, VRR adaptive sync, 96W power delivery
- Speakers: 2x 2W
- Dimensions: 61.22 x 53.81 x 21.50 cm
- Weight: 5.91kg
Features & Performance
The ProArt comes with various colour presets aimed at different gamuts. In its native mode, you can expect 100% sRGB, 86% Adobe RGB, and 97% P3. You can also fine-tune the response by selecting the appropriate preset or doing a complete custom calibration with the two user modes. Brightness is not bad, at 380 nits, and there’s a power-saving warning that prevents you from going over 50% brightness without confirming that you really want to do it.
Price
At the time of writing, the retail price of the ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV was a little hard to pin down, but we expect it to sell for somewhere in the $800/£800 range. This is excellent value for such a screen, undercutting the Apple Studio Display and coming in at considerably less than pro-grade monitors from multiple manufacturers, with 4K OLED screens proving much more expensive.
Who is it for?
There’s very little reason to get a 5K screen unless you need the high-res visuals. Gamers will look for a higher refresh rate, and most play games at 1080p or 1440p anyway. While 5K is a good choice for video editing, the refresh rate may become a limit there too. It is, however, an absolutely beautiful screen for photo editing and graphic design, which is where we expect the majority of its users to come from.
Buy it if…
- You want a high resolution
- You want good colour response
- You don’t need a high refresh rate
Don’t buy it if…
- You want a gaming monitor
- You want an OLED
- You don’t need 5K
Also consider
- Other 5K monitors with higher refresh rates
- 4K OLED monitors for gaming and video editing
- 27-inch monitors with higher colour gamuts
Conclusion
The ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV is an excellent choice for graphic designers and photo editors who need a high-resolution screen with good colour response. Its 5K resolution and IPS Black panel make it ideal for colour-critical work, and its USB KVM and VRR adaptive sync features make it a great choice for those who need to share peripherals and switch between multiple computers. While it may not be the best choice for gamers or those who need an OLED screen, it’s an excellent value for those who need a high-resolution monitor for their work.
FAQs
Q: What is the resolution of the ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV?
A: The resolution is 5120×2880.
Q: What is the colour gamut of the ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV?
A: The colour gamut is 100% sRGB, 86% Adobe RGB, and 97% P3.
Q: Does the ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV have a webcam?
A: No, it does not have a webcam.
Q: What is the refresh rate of the ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV?
A: The refresh rate is 60Hz.
Q: Is the ASUS ProArt Display PA27JCV suitable for gaming?
A: No, it is not suitable for gaming due to its low refresh rate and lack of features such as G-Sync or FreeSync.
