Thank you for the informative and comprehensive review. I owned an M1 iMac and have ordered a refurbished base Mac Studio after viewing your M2 Pro mini versus M1 Max Mac Studio. I have also made a decision to order this monitor after viewing your unboxing video and also the interview with Dr. Bai. Now I am excited and look forward to receiving the setup. Thank you once again for the tedious effort to create such useful content for people like me. Keep going 🤩😄
Thank you for the comprehensive and informative review. I had not heard of BenQ until 10-ish months ago. I purchased my first BenQ monitor about 6 months ago. I really like the PD line quality & the customer service. I expect i will purchase the 32" version of this model with the arm once they are back in stock. I REALLY hope that they make the arm available for other PD line monitors. The extra room for the number of cables is notable improvement over the LG one. The Hotkey puck is a fantastic necessary accessory. I would like to see it have a much longer cable or that it be a standard cable so an extension cord could be used to extend the distance for the desktop aesthetics - i think running down the arm and under my desk to the position i would like it to be in, then across the desk to the easily reachable position would be closed to 8 or 9 feet (3 for monitor arm, 3 for under desk, 1-2 for regular use movement). Great Review!
Hey boss!! Great Great Review!! Quick Question!! Whats the difference between this 06 and the 05? Is it just that the 05 is "Mac friendly". I like the black finish on the 05ua.
They are both Mac compatible and are really close to each other. The only variation is color gamut coverage and USB C power. I would give this video a watch ruclips.net/video/om6Hat8w32Y/видео.html
Thanks for this informative Video! I have the PD3220U and love this monitor. Because of the size of my room, I'm thinking about switching to the PD2706U. Would you say it's a comparable match?
It would be a good match for side by side use. PD2706UA is a good display, the only other model that tops it would be PD2725U, and the only variation is Thunderbolt connection and no Ergo Arm.
Thanks for this detailed review. I think I will end up getting this since it has a good price point. But do you think I can reasonably calibrate this using the built-in software (I do sports & event photography primarily) to match my MacBook M1 display? I dread using those hardware calibration gizmos, I never had luck with them (before I switched to Apple). Thanks again, I like your other videos too.
This is a great review! May i know if all the ports are HDCP 2.2 compliant? HDMI, DP & USB-C? Also, what is the data transfer speed of USB-C in PD2706 model? I am asking about the rear usb-c port that receives video/data. Edit: The older models PD2705U/A has USB-C 3.2 Gen1 with 5 Gbps speeds. Found it in the user manual for the same model in BenQ site. But the user manual is not found for latest PD2706U/A models in BenQ site.
This is a monitor and although HDCP 2.2 standard would apply in specific use case situation, if one uses a computer the OS and software running on it would provide authentication. What is your specific use case that that varies from the norm? Data transfer rate at 4K60Hz is going to be USB 2.0 speed. Or 4K30Hz at USB 3 speed. Either option you'll have 90 watts PD. As far as speed spec goes it is USB 3.2 and I would think it is Gen 1 as well.
Ergo-type arms typically have limitation on height. I have tried the LG one I ended up returning it two days later. For me it has to be a standard type monitor either on a riser, or on a "traditional" 3rd-party arm.
Thank you for a great review, if I didnt need all the daisy chaining and or Mac power option, since I have a Mac dock. Is there a cheaper one with similar display properties?
This display does not have daisy chaining capability. As far as power delivery goes, anything new with USB C is always going to come with PD. No way around that. This is the base line for this panel spec. Watch this ruclips.net/video/om6Hat8w32Y/видео.html to see if the entry model PD2705U would be a good fit for you.
Great review. Thank you, I'll be looking for a 27 4k monitor for my pc laptop. Can the scaling work well for windows for this monitor, or it'd be the same as the other 4k monitors?
Thank you for your review! I’m undecided between this and PD2725U currently I can buy at similar price, I would like to keep the monitor for long time, and I’ll be using with Windows OS the majority of the time, what will you recommend for longevity and quality?
Thanks for these detailed reviews. I currently use a Wacom Cintiq 24 Pro as my only screen (with a Mac Mini M1). I will be buying the Mac Mini M4 when released and would also like a second screen with good colour accuracy (I am a children’s book illustrator). I am interested in this PD2706UA but was wondering if there is any reason I should choose the PD2725U (or different model) instead for my set up? Much appreciated.
You will get thunderbolt connection which you can daisy chain another 4K display to. 4 side infinity edge. May be slightly higher Power Delivery but that is about it. PD2706UA is like a baby PD2725U
Woowww 👏 and again Woowww 👏 Honest and sincere review. I became a fan of this channel. You have earned an active viewer. I really need your help and opinion: 1 - Is the only difference between the PD2706UA model and the PD2706U the ergonomic arm? 2- Are the typical nits of these two models at most 350 nits? 3 - Only when in HDR does it reach 400 nits? 5 - Both don't have calibration software? 6 - Only the SW models have calibration software, Palette Master Ultimate? 7 - The Palette Master Ultimate software doesn't work on the PD2706U and PD2706UA models? 8 - To calibrate the PD models only using the hardware calibrator software? 9 - What is the DCI- P3? 95 or 90% coverage? and AdobeRGB coverage of the PD2706U and PD2706UA? By calibrating you can get a delta E below two,? I'm really sorry for asking so many questions, but I'm going to buy a new BenQ monitor and I want to choose the right model for my use. Much success to your channel. Best regards
1. U and UA are the same, U desktop stand, UA - ergo Arm (hence the "A") 2. Yes, but most users set theirs much lower. 3. Max is 400 nits, and it can reach and sustain that 4. No questions here 5. No, we consider these a "Software" Calibrated display. You would use the software that comes with your calibration device. 6. Yes, and that software is for SW Line only 7. No 8. Yes 9. 95% DCI-P3, Adobe RGB is in the 80 percent range, probably around 84%, but you can't access or calibrate Adobe RGB. These are software-calibrated displays, and if the factory did not calibrate them in this gamut, you can't access them. Yes, you can easily calibrate these for ∆e below 2. If you are a photographer, I would suggest the SW line if it can fit within your budget, this would be especially important if you print
Great review and recommendations on setup of the monitor. I currently, have a mounting arms and it appears the back allows Versa attachment. Is there an adapter with the monitor for this application? Also which size screen would recommend? I thought about having two monitors, but with the dual image ability would this option work for one monitor? Should I go with a larger size if going with just monitor? I will be using MacBook ProMax laptop that we talked about from your earlier reviews on the new laptops for photo video editing. What is the refresh rate of this monitor (60 hertz or higher for video/gaming?). Would you recommend using OLED TV as a monitor or a Gaming type of monitor for photo editing?
Is there an adapter with the monitor for this application? Back mounting is a Vesa 100 x 100, you can just put the mounting plate in and the screws, then you should be good to go. Also which size screen would recommend? For the arm? I would check the spec on size and weight support. I thought about having two monitors, but with the dual image ability would this option work for one monitor? This arm only mount 1 display, if you want 2 on one arm, look at 3rd party. Should I go with a larger size if going with just monitor? You can I will be using MacBook ProMax laptop that we talked about from your earlier reviews on the new laptops for photo video editing. What is the refresh rate of this monitor (60 hertz or higher for video/gaming?) 60HZ standard Would you recommend using OLED TV as a monitor or a Gaming type of monitor for photo editing? For gaming, sure, for photo, not so much. You can. It I like using a rock or knife to open a can, are you able to do it yes, is it the best idea, probably not.
Would love to see a more detailed video showing what this monitor can do with a m1 macbkook pro, especially the screen sizing issue. Do appreciate these videos, thanks!
It is just display scaling on 27" 4K, nothing special. The issue is really a non - issues. It is either you like it or are you ok with it or not. Some do, some don't. Also this is not something that I can easily show in a video. It is one of those where you have to see it in person.
Hi Art, I am torn between RD280U vs PD2706UA (this one). Most of my work is programming, and thus I am leading towards RD280U, however, this model has the Ergo Arm and is cheaper in our market. It would be great if you could help me decide based on the following factors a. KVM (Is there any latency in the pass through? Are there any HW requirements for the attached devices) b. Daisy Chaining (Can I daisy chain using HDMI / DisplayPort from RD280) c. Is the RD280U really worth the extra price for Dev & Programming workflows? I hope the RD280U does not compromise on color accuracy. Thank you for your excellent reviews. Would you be reviewing the RD Series in the near future?
1. I Have not tested this much, but it should be minimal, imperceptible 2. Both do not have Thunderbolt so you can't daisy chain display signal 3. I have not tested the RD so difficult to say. We'll see on the RD review. The coating on the RD is more like the SW than the PD so less reflection.
Hi Art, Thank you for your in-depth review. I have an older 32" PD model which is working fine but I could use the Ergo Arm in my desk set up. Have you had any experience or measured the longevity of BenQ monitors? I bought two of the PD 32" models. I gave one to my brother which is about seven years old and the one I have is about three years old. Both of them are working fine with zero issues.
LCD displays regardless of brand will generally last for sometime. As panel age, there may be issues that comes up, electronic components and panel deterioration would be a few things that comes to mind, LCD bleeding would another. With all of these it is the luck of the draw really, you may get one that works fine for 10 years and you could as well get one that show issues after 1 month and this happens across the board regardless of brand. But so far my BenQ are working fine. Another thing too is that certain products are going to be know for certain type of failure, it is like a stereo type in a way but it is simply parts and components that may have not been up to spec or there may be some manufacturing defect which happens from time to time.
@@ArtIsRight Thank you for the reply Art. I do not remember if I mentioned this in another post before but the reason I ended up with a 32" monitor (the first one) was that my 27" PD died on me twice within a few months. Credit to BenQ, they stood behind their product. After the second failure and return to them, I guess they felt bad and shipped me a 32" PD which is working to this day with zero issues. That was about seven years ago!
Nice! I love hearing stories like this. One thing that many don't give BenQ enough credit for is that they genuinely care for their customer. And it goes a long way to show compassion and kindness when contacting support. Being abrasive will only get you so far. Thank you for sharing this antidote.
Do we have wifi inbuilt connectivity.. As iam goin to open new photography studio, please let m knw ,is this enough to edit all type of vedios,.? Or any other recomendation..??
@@ArtIsRight I know you probably did a video on using Profiler software, can you link that post here. Also, when using the Cslibrite software just confirm, Windows 10 PC or laptop, after calibrating, we still need to save the icc profile or add it to the dialogue in order to use it in Windows, or am wrong. Thanks in advance. I really love tweaking my BenQ monitor.
Thank you for the video. 8bit OR 8bit + frc is necessary for Rec709 video? If 8bit is sufficient then pd2506q will be low budget alternative? For P3 8bit+frc is compulsory or 8bit will be sufficient? For grading 10bit 4K SLOG3 footage.
8bit OR 8bit + frc is necessary for Rec709 video? I would go with higher end 8 bit + FRC, does it matters, it depends, will you see it, to an extent. If 8bit is sufficient then pd2506q will be low budget alternative? It would be but personally I would recommend that look for a model with 8 bit + FRC instead, get the more Pro PD and not entry level model. For P3 8bit+frc is compulsory or 8bit will be sufficient? Bit depth has to do with the color that the panel can show, more is better especially for larger gamut such as P3
Thank you for this video. My new PD2706UA arrived a few days ago. I agree the 1.8m USB-C-USB-C cable is too short after threading the cable through stand. There are so many USB-C cables out there with different standards. I would like to have a 10ft cable to enable my 14inch MBPro M1 to be used closer to how I sit as you suggested. Which USB-C (10ft) cable is cable of communicating signals and charging my MBP? This BenQ says it is cable of 90w power. The included cable works fine, just too short.
Look for any USB C to USB C that can handle 4K signal and 90-100 watts PD. But the key factor here is to make sure that it can handle 4k. Something like this www.amazon.com/Monitor-Transfer-Charging-MacBook-Portable/dp/B0C9MBY8VQ
Thanks Art! The cable arrived an hour ago and eagerly tested it replacing the 6' OEM. It works with my PD2706UA! Got video signal from my MBPro. I appreciate your help! I'm happy 👍 @@ArtIsRight
Hi, thanks you for the informative review. Would it be possible to have a daisy chaining with the PD2706UA and the SW272U for photo printing and have the best for the 2 worlds ?
Thanks for your reply. Would it be possible to do it with PD2725U and the SW272U or is it the same limitation ? (sorry for my question, i'm not a technical person...)
It would be also awesome if you guys made monitors with the same speccs as this, but capable of atleast 120hz so during the day it can be used for all these critical tasks, while during the evening one can use it for gaming.
Thanks for the very informative video. I would appreciate it if you could give me a quick recommendation. I was about to purchase the PD3220U and also had the BenQ PD3420Q as my second choice, since I like the 32" size and it's their flagship 32" PD monitor. I mainly use the monitor for photo editing with an sRGB profile. However, once I discovered the model with an ergo mount (BenQ PD3205UA), I am now unsure whether I should compromise by going from their flagship model to the base model just so I could have the ergo mount. Your thoughts on PD3205UA for photo editing in sRGB profile? Thanks a lot
if you are just looking for sRGB then PD3205UA is a good choice at a great price. If you don't need thunderbolt connection and the larger color gamut coverage then flagship will not do you much good. If you are looking at a wide screen that is 5K2K base then PD3420Q is a good option as well. Remember that the latter has less pixel per inch compared to the 32" 4K models
Thank's for your great review. Until now I had an iMac 27. Now I get a Mac studio M1 and I am searching for a good Display. I am not sure what I should take PD 2705U or PD2706U? What do you mean?
i thought this model has true 10 bit display. but u said its 8bit+FRC. nowhere in company website or any reseller websites its mentioned. i wanted to buy because i thought it was true 10 bit. can u please confirm it once again???????
Do you have any idea about the max brightness difference between the LG 27up850 vs this. Both on paper have the same nits but some reviews do mention this having lower brightness as compared to the LG 27up850.
@@ArtIsRight My primary use case is 4k media content consumption on yt and movies (so good puchy colors & hdr if its worth it) + office work(web browsing, coding)
I may just consider trying this out as i was looking for a new monitoring, although I really feel the benQ PD2725U i was considering is priced higher than this and outclassed now, the 250 nit brightness is a big disappointment for its price point, should lower the price on that monitor. I would really like to see Benq make a monitor in their PD line with 600 hdr and higher nit brightness with 95 -99% DCI-P3 and or Adobe. I have enjoyed my PD2700u and Benq as a company. Nearly switched brands before seeing this new release though because of difficulty finding decent specs for a new purchase.
Hi. I have just purchased the BenQ SW270C monitor, but am still confused as to the connection to my PC (win 10). Which would be the best connection between the two: USB C from PC to USB C on monitor or Display port from pc to display port on monitor? Thank you for your help.
Either one will work, tech are technically the same signal. Is this a PC laptop or desktop? With Laptop there advantage to using USB C, because you can just use one cable. Desktop less so you may still need to use the USB up link cable for calibration with Palette Master Element
@@ArtIsRight Thank you for the quick response. I have a PC desktop. Is that a standard USB 3 cable or a USB C cable? (I'm awaiting delivery of the monitor) Thank you.
I bought this monitor, but it doesnt work with my notebook Lenovo Yoga 7 14ARB7 via USB C. External HDD connected to monitor I can see in notebook, but video don`t work...Any advice, what could be wrong?
I just bough benq XL2731 and i clicked on the senseye on settings by mistake, since then all the screen is black and three words written at the top middle: senseye off, gamer1, and senseye On. Please i need your help I couldn’t reset the monitor and the menu doesn’t want to show up
if the screen was touch screen I would buy it next to my sw 321c monitor without thinking. i am waiting ergo stand and touch screen from benq for music - daw programs :D
Ah I see, sadly, I don't think that we'll see these in touch screen anytime soon. There are some 3rd party equipment that you can augment the display with. And there are touch screen manufactures as well that you can look at.
ruclips.net/video/om6Hat8w32Y/видео.html tldr PD2725 Thunderbolt connection with 4K daisy chain capability. PD2706 USB C Connection with no daisy chain. Also Basel is different as well PD2725 Infinity edge on all 4 sides, the other just 3. And there are some other minor nuances as well. I would check out the video that I made, like above.
The entire BenQ SW hardware calibrated displays for photographer lineup reviews are on my channel. There are no new SW displays at the moment. When there’s a new model, I’ll review it
Hello my friend If possible, an explanatory video. I am a graphic designer What is the HDR technology suitable for me in my field of specialization? Among these technologies are the following: HDR formats ================== ***HDR10 development (CTA) Consumer Technology Association 2015 ***HDR10+ development Samsung 2017 ***Dolby Vision development Dolby 2014 ***Hybrid log-gamma (HLG) development Nippon Hōsō Kyōkai (NHK) and BBC 2015 ***SL-HDR1 (Single-Layer HDR system Part 1) development STMicroelectronics N.V. & Philips International B.V. & Technicolor R&D France. ***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 400 ***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 500 ***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 600 ***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 1000 ***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 1400 ***DisplayHDR VESA Certified TRUE BLACK 400 ***DisplayHDR VESA Certified TRUE BLACK 500 ***DisplayHDR VESA Certified TRUE BLACK 600 Thank you very much. Good luck
For graphics design, HDR is not used and not need as of now, most HDR that you are referring to does the same thing in a different way and it is mostly used for content consumption as of now - i.e. video streaming
No point right now, Only program that can do it is ACR and the supported displays are limited at the moment. Only time will tell, but at this point, where would we go from here. Not all displays can show it yet and even if they can, a format war is looming. So I would not worry about this as of now, emerging market and all, we'll see if this goes by the way of 3D TV or not... time will tell.
Thank you for the informative and comprehensive review. I owned an M1 iMac and have ordered a refurbished base Mac Studio after viewing your M2 Pro mini versus M1 Max Mac Studio. I have also made a decision to order this monitor after viewing your unboxing video and also the interview with Dr. Bai. Now I am excited and look forward to receiving the setup. Thank you once again for the tedious effort to create such useful content for people like me. Keep going 🤩😄
Thank you!
Great overview, thanks Art. Glad this model still has the hockey puck.
Thank you
Thank you for the comprehensive and informative review. I had not heard of BenQ until 10-ish months ago. I purchased my first BenQ monitor about 6 months ago. I really like the PD line quality & the customer service. I expect i will purchase the 32" version of this model with the arm once they are back in stock. I REALLY hope that they make the arm available for other PD line monitors. The extra room for the number of cables is notable improvement over the LG one. The Hotkey puck is a fantastic necessary accessory. I would like to see it have a much longer cable or that it be a standard cable so an extension cord could be used to extend the distance for the desktop aesthetics - i think running down the arm and under my desk to the position i would like it to be in, then across the desk to the easily reachable position would be closed to 8 or 9 feet (3 for monitor arm, 3 for under desk, 1-2 for regular use movement). Great Review!
Thank you!
Hey boss!! Great Great Review!! Quick Question!! Whats the difference between this 06 and the 05? Is it just that the 05 is "Mac friendly". I like the black finish on the 05ua.
They are both Mac compatible and are really close to each other. The only variation is color gamut coverage and USB C power. I would give this video a watch ruclips.net/video/om6Hat8w32Y/видео.html
Great review.
Thank You!
Thanks for this informative Video!
I have the PD3220U and love this monitor.
Because of the size of my room, I'm thinking about switching to the PD2706U.
Would you say it's a comparable match?
It would be a good match for side by side use. PD2706UA is a good display, the only other model that tops it would be PD2725U, and the only variation is Thunderbolt connection and no Ergo Arm.
Thanks for this detailed review. I think I will end up getting this since it has a good price point. But do you think I can reasonably calibrate this using the built-in software (I do sports & event photography primarily) to match my MacBook M1 display? I dread using those hardware calibration gizmos, I never had luck with them (before I switched to Apple). Thanks again, I like your other videos too.
There's really no proper software calibration with you a hardware device.
This is a great review!
May i know if all the ports are HDCP 2.2 compliant? HDMI, DP & USB-C?
Also, what is the data transfer speed of USB-C in PD2706 model? I am asking about the rear usb-c port that receives video/data.
Edit: The older models PD2705U/A has USB-C 3.2 Gen1 with 5 Gbps speeds. Found it in the user manual for the same model in BenQ site. But the user manual is not found for latest PD2706U/A models in BenQ site.
This is a monitor and although HDCP 2.2 standard would apply in specific use case situation, if one uses a computer the OS and software running on it would provide authentication. What is your specific use case that that varies from the norm?
Data transfer rate at 4K60Hz is going to be USB 2.0 speed. Or 4K30Hz at USB 3 speed. Either option you'll have 90 watts PD. As far as speed spec goes it is USB 3.2 and I would think it is Gen 1 as well.
Awesome review!! Can you daisy chain a second monitor using the DisplayPort into this monitor ?
No
Thanks for the detailed review!!!
Can you help me with the difference b/w PD2706U Vs PD2705U models???
DCI-P3 gamut covrage. 06 has 90% + 05 has less. The USB power output is slightly more on the 06 as well. ruclips.net/video/om6Hat8w32Y/видео.html
Ergo-type arms typically have limitation on height. I have tried the LG one I ended up returning it two days later. For me it has to be a standard type monitor either on a riser, or on a "traditional" 3rd-party arm.
For your situation yes, and there are plenty of arms out there that would fit your needs.
Thank you for a great review, if I didnt need all the daisy chaining and or Mac power option, since I have a Mac dock. Is there a cheaper one with similar display properties?
This display does not have daisy chaining capability. As far as power delivery goes, anything new with USB C is always going to come with PD. No way around that. This is the base line for this panel spec. Watch this ruclips.net/video/om6Hat8w32Y/видео.html to see if the entry model PD2705U would be a good fit for you.
Great review. Thank you, I'll be looking for a 27 4k monitor for my pc laptop. Can the scaling work well for windows for this monitor, or it'd be the same as the other 4k monitors?
Scaling works well on PC and same as other PC.
Thank you for your review! I’m undecided between this and PD2725U currently I can buy at similar price, I would like to keep the monitor for long time, and I’ll be using with Windows OS the majority of the time, what will you recommend for longevity and quality?
PD2725U because of Thunderbolt
Thanks for these detailed reviews. I currently use a Wacom Cintiq 24 Pro as my only screen (with a Mac Mini M1). I will be buying the Mac Mini M4 when released and would also like a second screen with good colour accuracy (I am a children’s book illustrator). I am interested in this PD2706UA but was wondering if there is any reason I should choose the PD2725U (or different model) instead for my set up? Much appreciated.
You will get thunderbolt connection which you can daisy chain another 4K display to. 4 side infinity edge. May be slightly higher Power Delivery but that is about it. PD2706UA is like a baby PD2725U
@@ArtIsRight Thanks for the info. I have just been watching your review for the PD3225U with IPS Black and am now seriously considering that model.
Hi art I'm considering this monitor for colour grading videos and other multimedia work. Does this fit?
Yes totally
Woowww 👏 and again Woowww 👏 Honest and sincere review. I became a fan of this channel. You have earned an active viewer. I really need your help and opinion: 1 - Is the only difference between the PD2706UA model and the PD2706U the ergonomic arm? 2- Are the typical nits of these two models at most 350 nits? 3 - Only when in HDR does it reach 400 nits? 5 - Both don't have calibration software? 6 - Only the SW models have calibration software, Palette Master Ultimate? 7 - The Palette Master Ultimate software doesn't work on the PD2706U and PD2706UA models? 8 - To calibrate the PD models only using the hardware calibrator software? 9 - What is the DCI- P3? 95 or 90% coverage? and AdobeRGB coverage of the PD2706U and PD2706UA? By calibrating you can get a delta E below two,? I'm really sorry for asking so many questions, but I'm going to buy a new BenQ monitor and I want to choose the right model for my use. Much success to your channel. Best regards
1. U and UA are the same, U desktop stand, UA - ergo Arm (hence the "A")
2. Yes, but most users set theirs much lower.
3. Max is 400 nits, and it can reach and sustain that
4. No questions here
5. No, we consider these a "Software" Calibrated display. You would use the software that comes with your calibration device.
6. Yes, and that software is for SW Line only
7. No
8. Yes
9. 95% DCI-P3, Adobe RGB is in the 80 percent range, probably around 84%, but you can't access or calibrate Adobe RGB. These are software-calibrated displays, and if the factory did not calibrate them in this gamut, you can't access them. Yes, you can easily calibrate these for ∆e below 2.
If you are a photographer, I would suggest the SW line if it can fit within your budget, this would be especially important if you print
You are the Man!! Thank you very much for the answers
Great review and recommendations on setup of the monitor. I currently, have a mounting arms and it appears the back allows Versa attachment. Is there an adapter with the monitor for this application? Also which size screen would recommend? I thought about having two monitors, but with the dual image ability would this option work for one monitor? Should I go with a larger size if going with just monitor? I will be using MacBook ProMax laptop that we talked about from your earlier reviews on the new laptops for photo video editing. What is the refresh rate of this monitor (60 hertz or higher for video/gaming?). Would you recommend using OLED TV as a monitor or a Gaming type of monitor for photo editing?
Is there an adapter with the monitor for this application? Back mounting is a Vesa 100 x 100, you can just put the mounting plate in and the screws, then you should be good to go.
Also which size screen would recommend?
For the arm? I would check the spec on size and weight support.
I thought about having two monitors, but with the dual image ability would this option work for one monitor?
This arm only mount 1 display, if you want 2 on one arm, look at 3rd party.
Should I go with a larger size if going with just monitor?
You can
I will be using MacBook ProMax laptop that we talked about from your earlier reviews on the new laptops for photo video editing. What is the refresh rate of this monitor (60 hertz or higher for video/gaming?)
60HZ standard
Would you recommend using OLED TV as a monitor or a Gaming type of monitor for photo editing? For gaming, sure, for photo, not so much. You can. It I like using a rock or knife to open a can, are you able to do it yes, is it the best idea, probably not.
@@ArtIsRight Would you recommend the BenQ PD or S.W. lineup for photo/video editing?
Photo especially if one print SW all the way.
Would love to see a more detailed video showing what this monitor can do with a m1 macbkook pro, especially the screen sizing issue. Do appreciate these videos, thanks!
It is just display scaling on 27" 4K, nothing special. The issue is really a non - issues. It is either you like it or are you ok with it or not. Some do, some don't. Also this is not something that I can easily show in a video. It is one of those where you have to see it in person.
Hi Art,
I am torn between RD280U vs PD2706UA (this one).
Most of my work is programming, and thus I am leading towards RD280U, however, this model has the Ergo Arm and is cheaper in our market.
It would be great if you could help me decide based on the following factors
a. KVM (Is there any latency in the pass through? Are there any HW requirements for the attached devices)
b. Daisy Chaining (Can I daisy chain using HDMI / DisplayPort from RD280)
c. Is the RD280U really worth the extra price for Dev & Programming workflows? I hope the RD280U does not compromise on color accuracy.
Thank you for your excellent reviews. Would you be reviewing the RD Series in the near future?
1. I Have not tested this much, but it should be minimal, imperceptible
2. Both do not have Thunderbolt so you can't daisy chain display signal
3. I have not tested the RD so difficult to say.
We'll see on the RD review. The coating on the RD is more like the SW than the PD so less reflection.
Hi Art,
Thank you for your in-depth review. I have an older 32" PD model which is working fine but I could use the Ergo Arm in my desk set up. Have you had any experience or measured the longevity of BenQ monitors? I bought two of the PD 32" models. I gave one to my brother which is about seven years old and the one I have is about three years old. Both of them are working fine with zero issues.
LCD displays regardless of brand will generally last for sometime. As panel age, there may be issues that comes up, electronic components and panel deterioration would be a few things that comes to mind, LCD bleeding would another. With all of these it is the luck of the draw really, you may get one that works fine for 10 years and you could as well get one that show issues after 1 month and this happens across the board regardless of brand. But so far my BenQ are working fine. Another thing too is that certain products are going to be know for certain type of failure, it is like a stereo type in a way but it is simply parts and components that may have not been up to spec or there may be some manufacturing defect which happens from time to time.
@@ArtIsRight Thank you for the reply Art.
I do not remember if I mentioned this in another post before but the reason I ended up with a 32" monitor (the first one) was that my 27" PD died on me twice within a few months. Credit to BenQ, they stood behind their product. After the second failure and return to them, I guess they felt bad and shipped me a 32" PD which is working to this day with zero issues. That was about seven years ago!
Nice! I love hearing stories like this. One thing that many don't give BenQ enough credit for is that they genuinely care for their customer. And it goes a long way to show compassion and kindness when contacting support. Being abrasive will only get you so far. Thank you for sharing this antidote.
Do we have wifi inbuilt connectivity..
As iam goin to open new photography studio, please let m knw ,is this enough to edit all type of vedios,.?
Or any other recomendation..??
Displays are not smart TV and does not have Wifi. Video works yes. Either this PD line up or SW for printing photographers.
Hi Art, which software did you use to run the calibration ? I have the PD series too.
Calibrite Profilier for Calibrite and X-Rite devices.
@@ArtIsRight I know you probably did a video on using Profiler software, can you link that post here. Also, when using the Cslibrite software just confirm, Windows 10 PC or laptop, after calibrating, we still need to save the icc profile or add it to the dialogue in order to use it in Windows, or am wrong. Thanks in advance. I really love tweaking my BenQ monitor.
Program sets icc up automatically. ruclips.net/video/E5zZyhMFKOI/видео.html earlier video but still works.
Thank you for the video.
8bit OR 8bit + frc is necessary for Rec709 video?
If 8bit is sufficient then pd2506q will be low budget alternative?
For P3 8bit+frc is compulsory or 8bit will be sufficient?
For grading 10bit 4K SLOG3 footage.
8bit OR 8bit + frc is necessary for Rec709 video?
I would go with higher end 8 bit + FRC, does it matters, it depends, will you see it, to an extent.
If 8bit is sufficient then pd2506q will be low budget alternative?
It would be but personally I would recommend that look for a model with 8 bit + FRC instead, get the more Pro PD and not entry level model.
For P3 8bit+frc is compulsory or 8bit will be sufficient?
Bit depth has to do with the color that the panel can show, more is better especially for larger gamut such as P3
@@ArtIsRight Thank you. I have purchased pd2706u.
nice!
Thank you for this video. My new PD2706UA arrived a few days ago. I agree the 1.8m USB-C-USB-C cable is too short after threading the cable through stand. There are so many USB-C cables out there with different standards. I would like to have a 10ft cable to enable my 14inch MBPro M1 to be used closer to how I sit as you suggested. Which USB-C (10ft) cable is cable of communicating signals and charging my MBP? This BenQ says it is cable of 90w power. The included cable works fine, just too short.
Look for any USB C to USB C that can handle 4K signal and 90-100 watts PD. But the key factor here is to make sure that it can handle 4k. Something like this www.amazon.com/Monitor-Transfer-Charging-MacBook-Portable/dp/B0C9MBY8VQ
Thanks Art! The cable arrived an hour ago and eagerly tested it replacing the 6' OEM. It works with my PD2706UA! Got video signal from my MBPro. I appreciate your help! I'm happy 👍 @@ArtIsRight
awesome!
Hi, thanks you for the informative review. Would it be possible to have a daisy chaining with the PD2706UA and the SW272U for photo printing and have the best for the 2 worlds ?
You can link them up individually but no daisy chain, bandwidth limitation with 4K
Thanks for your reply. Would it be possible to do it with PD2725U and the SW272U or is it the same limitation ? (sorry for my question, i'm not a technical person...)
It would be also awesome if you guys made monitors with the same speccs as this, but capable of atleast 120hz so during the day it can be used for all these critical tasks, while during the evening one can use it for gaming.
I hear you… if you want good color and high refresh rate, I would look at their Mobiuz line
@@ArtIsRight Thanks i put it already on my list, just waiting for a price drop to 800€ ish though.
Thanks for the very informative video. I would appreciate it if you could give me a quick recommendation. I was about to purchase the PD3220U and also had the BenQ PD3420Q as my second choice, since I like the 32" size and it's their flagship 32" PD monitor. I mainly use the monitor for photo editing with an sRGB profile. However, once I discovered the model with an ergo mount (BenQ PD3205UA), I am now unsure whether I should compromise by going from their flagship model to the base model just so I could have the ergo mount. Your thoughts on PD3205UA for photo editing in sRGB profile? Thanks a lot
if you are just looking for sRGB then PD3205UA is a good choice at a great price. If you don't need thunderbolt connection and the larger color gamut coverage then flagship will not do you much good. If you are looking at a wide screen that is 5K2K base then PD3420Q is a good option as well. Remember that the latter has less pixel per inch compared to the 32" 4K models
@@ArtIsRight Thank you so much, Art. Got the PD3205UA - let's see how it will perform. I was expecting it to be on the heavier side but it's not:)
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Does the usb c have enough bandwidth to stream 4K videos?
Yes and it has nothing to do with 4K steam :)
Thank's for your great review. Until now I had an iMac 27. Now I get a Mac studio M1 and I am searching for a good Display. I am not sure what I should take PD 2705U or PD2706U? What do you mean?
05 vs 06 comes down to gamut coverage, 06 has 90% + P3, so if you need that then 06 is the way to go
@@ArtIsRightah OK - Thank's for your fast reply.
Does this have the paper-like matte coating from the SW series ?
That is exclusively
i thought this model has true 10 bit display. but u said its 8bit+FRC. nowhere in company website or any reseller websites its mentioned. i wanted to buy because i thought it was true 10 bit. can u please confirm it once again???????
8 bit + FRC.
Which one is better to buy 2725u or pd2706u bcoz pd2706u is much cheaper.
2725U is the flagship ruclips.net/video/om6Hat8w32Y/видео.html
Do you have any idea about the max brightness difference between the LG 27up850 vs this. Both on paper have the same nits but some reviews do mention this having lower brightness as compared to the LG 27up850.
depending on what you are using this for. They are close
@@ArtIsRight My primary use case is 4k media content consumption on yt and movies (so good puchy colors & hdr if its worth it) + office work(web browsing, coding)
For HDR content consumption it will work but not the best. Web browsing will work just fine. I might look at other MiniLED backlight display
I’m using M3 pro can i get 4k 60hz with single cable connected to my mbp
Yes any cable compatible with the display will be able to do this.
I may just consider trying this out as i was looking for a new monitoring, although I really feel the benQ PD2725U i was considering is priced higher than this and outclassed now, the 250 nit brightness is a big disappointment for its price point, should lower the price on that monitor. I would really like to see Benq make a monitor in their PD line with 600 hdr and higher nit brightness with 95 -99% DCI-P3 and or Adobe. I have enjoyed my PD2700u and Benq as a company. Nearly switched brands before seeing this new release though because of difficulty finding decent specs for a new purchase.
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Is this monitor compatible with the Benq halo Screenbar
yes
Hi. I have just purchased the BenQ SW270C monitor, but am still confused as to the connection to my PC (win 10). Which would be the best connection between the two: USB C from PC to USB C on monitor or Display port from pc to display port on monitor? Thank you for your help.
Either one will work, tech are technically the same signal. Is this a PC laptop or desktop? With Laptop there advantage to using USB C, because you can just use one cable. Desktop less so you may still need to use the USB up link cable for calibration with Palette Master Element
@@ArtIsRight Thank you for the quick response. I have a PC desktop. Is that a standard USB 3 cable or a USB C cable? (I'm awaiting delivery of the monitor) Thank you.
The one that comes with it us USB C to USB C, with a USB 3 or above spec that can carry 4K signal.
@@ArtIsRight Thank you very much.
I have a pd2725u. can I use this monitor as second monitor with daisy chain out from pd2725u ?
yes
@@ArtIsRight thanks for the quick reply I wanted a second monitor less expensive than pd2725u. this helps
what's the main difference between pd2705U vs pd2706U plz give the answer
Color gamut mostly ruclips.net/video/om6Hat8w32Y/видео.html
I bought this monitor, but it doesnt work with my notebook Lenovo Yoga 7 14ARB7 via USB C. External HDD connected to monitor I can see in notebook, but video don`t work...Any advice, what could be wrong?
Your USB C port does that have Display Port Overlay? If not that may be the reason why. Not all USB C ports are equal on PC
@@ArtIsRight it's Thunderbolt 4 port..
Then yes it will carry display signal
I know what is wrong. I've bought me new cabel - USB 4/Thunderbolt 4 and it works. With cabel which came with monitor it doesn't.
I just bough benq XL2731 and i clicked on the senseye on settings by mistake, since then all the screen is black and three words written at the top middle: senseye off, gamer1, and senseye On.
Please i need your help I couldn’t reset the monitor and the menu doesn’t want to show up
I don't have the procedure for that model, contact your local BenQ support for help
if the screen was touch screen I would buy it next to my sw 321c monitor without thinking. i am waiting ergo stand and touch screen from benq for music - daw programs :D
Ah I see, sadly, I don't think that we'll see these in touch screen anytime soon. There are some 3rd party equipment that you can augment the display with. And there are touch screen manufactures as well that you can look at.
What’s the difference between the pd2725 vs pd2706
ruclips.net/video/om6Hat8w32Y/видео.html
tldr PD2725 Thunderbolt connection with 4K daisy chain capability. PD2706 USB C Connection with no daisy chain. Also Basel is different as well PD2725 Infinity edge on all 4 sides, the other just 3. And there are some other minor nuances as well. I would check out the video that I made, like above.
@@ArtIsRight thank you for the response really appreciate it. I’m buying the 2725 thank you.
This or LG ultrafine
Pls tell
I say this but it depends on what you are looking for
What to do with that yellow sticker on top right corner
Covered in the video ruclips.net/video/WopJIK6dxjY/видео.html
Oh my _ another Apple P3 monitor! Please review the real Photographer Adobe RGB monitors.
The entire BenQ SW hardware calibrated displays for photographer lineup reviews are on my channel. There are no new SW displays at the moment. When there’s a new model, I’ll review it
@@ArtIsRight OK thanks for the clarification!
My display won’t even connect to my new Mac Studio. Neither USB-C or HDMI. Both are giving no signal. What a crock
Contact your local BenQ support for help.
Hello my friend
If possible, an explanatory video. I am a graphic designer
What is the HDR technology suitable for me in my field of specialization?
Among these technologies are the following:
HDR formats
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***HDR10 development (CTA) Consumer Technology Association 2015
***HDR10+ development Samsung 2017
***Dolby Vision development Dolby 2014
***Hybrid log-gamma (HLG) development Nippon Hōsō Kyōkai (NHK) and BBC 2015
***SL-HDR1 (Single-Layer HDR system Part 1) development STMicroelectronics N.V. & Philips International B.V. & Technicolor R&D France.
***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 400
***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 500
***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 600
***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 1000
***DisplayHDR VESA Certified 1400
***DisplayHDR VESA Certified TRUE BLACK 400
***DisplayHDR VESA Certified TRUE BLACK 500
***DisplayHDR VESA Certified TRUE BLACK 600
Thank you very much. Good luck
For graphics design, HDR is not used and not need as of now, most HDR that you are referring to does the same thing in a different way and it is mostly used for content consumption as of now - i.e. video streaming
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Not even in processing and editing photos?
No point right now, Only program that can do it is ACR and the supported displays are limited at the moment. Only time will tell, but at this point, where would we go from here. Not all displays can show it yet and even if they can, a format war is looming. So I would not worry about this as of now, emerging market and all, we'll see if this goes by the way of 3D TV or not... time will tell.