Dell S2722DC
Score: 83/100
BenQ MA270U
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Dell S2722DC is a 27-inch WQHD IPS monitor that emphasizes productivity with USB-C docking, a fully adjustable stand and solid color accuracy. It is well-suited for remote work and light gaming, though its 75 Hz panel and modest speakers limit high-end gaming and media use.
The BenQ MA270U is a 27-inch 4K IPS monitor optimized for MacBook users, offering excellent color accuracy, 90W USB-C power delivery and a highly adjustable stand for creative professionals.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
27 inchesbest | 27 inchesbest | |
75 Hzbest | 60 Hz | |
350 nits | 400 nitsbest | |
1,000 ratio | 1,200 ratiobest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4 msbest | 5 ms |
2 countbest | 2 countbest | |
1 count | 2 countbest | |
21 degreesbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(7) | ||
Resolution | 2560x1440 | 3840x2160 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 75 Hz | 60 Hz |
HDR Support | false | true |
Brightness (nits) | 350 nits | 400 nits |
Contrast Ratio (ratio) | 1000 ratio | 1200 ratio |
Response Time (ms) | 4 ms | 5 ms |
Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
Connectivity(1) | ||
USB‑C Ports (count) | 1 count | 2 count |
Ergonomics(2) | ||
Tilt Range (degrees) | 21 degrees | -5 to 20 degrees |
Height Adjustment (mm) | 109 mm | 115 mm |
Warranty & Power(2) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 36 months | 24 months |
Typical Power Consumption (W) | 17.7 W | 40 W |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise its workplace versatility, seamless USB-C docking and accurate colors, while noting the limited 75 Hz refresh, lack of HDMI 2.0, HDR and KVM.
Everyday users love the clean design, easy setup and USB-C charging, but complain about the underpowered speakers, older HDMI standard and occasional insufficient charging for high-end laptops.
Professional reviewers consider the MA270U a leading choice for MacBook users, lauding its 4K IPS panel, accurate color reproduction, and seamless macOS integration, while noting its dated plastic design and lack of advanced multi-device features as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the plug-and-play USB-C setup, the color accuracy that mirrors their MacBooks, and the ergonomic stand, but several complain about the plastic construction, modest speaker performance, and the absence of higher-end ports.
“Great monitor. Big screen, small footprint, nice adjustments, clean layout, charges my Mac well.”
“Effortless setup… I only need two wires now - one to the wall and one to my MacBook. The display looks identical to my M4 MacBook Air.”
“Colors are clear & accurate. A software download enables Mac keyboard to control brightness.”
