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ProArt PA279CRV vs M27Q: which is better?

ProArt PA279CRV and M27Q compared side by side across 12 specs and 9 scored categories — every winner highlighted, so the right pick is obvious.

2 PRODUCTS · 12 SPECS · 9 SCORED CATEGORIES · LIVE RE-RANKING
COMPARING
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MONITORS
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← TOP PICK
Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV
ASUS
ProArt PA279CRV
$469
BEST OVERALL
Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor
GIGABYTE
M27Q
$299
BEST VALUE
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⚡ COMPARZONE VERDICT

The ProArt PA279CRV takes the overall win.

Highest composite at 8.6/10 — 0.3 ahead of the M27Q. Tightest race: value, just 0.2 apart. Scroll for the category-by-category breakdown.

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CATEGORY WINS · 9 SCOREDTIES SHOWN GREY
DISP
PERF
CONN
DESI
VALU
GAMI
IMAG
COLO
ERGO
ProArt PA279CRV×4
M27Q×5
Asus ProArt Display PA279CRVBEST OVERALL
Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming MonitorBEST VALUE
01 · SCORE RADAR

Performance profile

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246810DISPLAYPERFORMANCECONNECTIVITYDESIGNVALUEGAMING PERFOR…IMAGE QUALITYCOLOR ACCURACYERGONOMICS
LARGEST GAPDisplay — ProArt PA279CRV leads by 8.8
TIGHTESTValue — only 0.2 between the top two
02 · CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

Category showdown

PROART PA2M27Q
DisplayiProArt PA279CRV · +8.8
PROART PA28.8
M27Q0.0
PerformanceiProArt PA279CRV · +7.6
PROART PA27.6
M27Q0.0
ConnectivityiProArt PA279CRV · +0.5
PROART PA29.0
M27Q8.5
DesigniProArt PA279CRV · +8.5
PROART PA28.5
M27Q0.0
ValueiM27Q · +0.2
PROART PA29.3
M27Q9.5
Gaming PerformanceiM27Q · +8.5
PROART PA20.0
M27Q8.5
Image QualityiM27Q · +8.0
PROART PA20.0
M27Q8.0
Color AccuracyiM27Q · +8.0
PROART PA20.0
M27Q8.0
ErgonomicsiM27Q · +6.0
PROART PA20.0
M27Q6.0
03 · VALUE MAP

Price vs performance

TOP-LEFT IS THE SWEET SPOT
SWEET SPOTPREMIUM PICKBUDGET TIERPOOR VALUE$305$358$410$4638.38.48.6PRICE →SCORE ↑ProArt PA279CRVBEST DEALM27Q
SCORE PER $100 · RANKED
01M27Q2.78BEST DEAL
02ProArt PA279CRV1.83
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04 · THE FULL SHEET

Full specifications

12 SPECS · ALL SHOWN
SPECS
ProArt PA279CRV$4691W8.6
M27Q$2992W8.3
Portsi
USB-C 96W, DP, HDMI x2, USB hub
2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 1x USB-C (DP Alt Mode), 2x USB 3.0, 3.5mm audio
USB-C Power DeliveryWi
96 W← BEST +860%
10 W
Stand Adjustmentsi
Height / tilt / swivel / pivot
Tilt-only (VESA 100x100)
Screen SizeINiSAME
27 in
27 in
Resolutioni
3840 x 2160 (4K)
2560x1440
Panel TypeiSAME
IPS
IPS
BrightnessNITSiSAME
350 nits
350 nits
HDRiSAME
VESA DisplayHDR 400
VESA DisplayHDR 400
Color Gamuti
99% Adobe RGB / 99% DCI-P3
92% DCI-P3
Adaptive Synci
Adaptive Sync
FreeSync Premium / G-Sync Compatible
Refresh RateHZi
60 Hz
170 Hz← BEST +183%
Response TimeMSi
5 ms
0.5 ms← 90% lower
ROW WINS
1
2
05 · WHICH ONE IS FOR YOU

Pick by persona

RE-RANKS LIVE AS YOU ADD OR REMOVE PRODUCTS
THE ALL-ROUNDER
Best overall
ProArt PA279CRVASUS8.6
ALL GROUPSEQUAL WEIGHT
Best total score across weighted category factors.
RUNNER-UP · M27Q (8.3)
FOR VALUE SEEKERS
Best bang for buck
M27QGIGABYTE8.3
SCORE ÷ PRICELIVE PRICES
Strongest score-to-price ratio from the available price data.
RUNNER-UP · ProArt PA279CRV (1.8)
PRIORITY · DISPLAY
Best for display
ProArt PA279CRVASUS8.8
DISPLAY WEIGHTEDCONF 84%
Best visible score in the display category group.
RUNNER-UP · M27Q (0.0)
PRIORITY · DESIGN
Best for design
ProArt PA279CRVASUS8.5
DESIGN WEIGHTEDCONF 82%
Best visible score in the design category group.
RUNNER-UP · M27Q (0.0)
06 · BOTTOM LINE

Why pick each

STRENGTHS · AND ONE HONEST TRADE-OFF
#1ASUS0.0
ProArt PA279CRV
“A value 4K creator monitor with factory-calibrated color, wide gamut coverage, and 96W USB-C — a bargain for content work.”
Value 9.3
Connectivity 9.0
Wins Screen Size
Wins Brightness
TRADE-OFF60Hz — not for gaming
BEST OVERALLBest price →
#2GIGABYTE0.0
M27Q
“A standout value 27-inch QHD 170Hz gaming monitor with an SS-IPS panel, KVM switch, and USB-C, punching well above its price.”
Value 9.5
Gaming Performance 8.5
Wins Refresh Rate
Wins Response Time
TRADE-OFFTilt-only stand with no height or swivel adjustment
BEST VALUEBest price →
Still deciding? The ProArt PA279CRV is the safest pick.
COMPOSITE 8.6/10 · WINS 4 OF 9 CATEGORIES
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Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV vs Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor: which is better?

The Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV is our overall pick, scoring 8.6/10 against 8.3/10 for the Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor — a 4% edge. Current starting prices span $299–$469. The score weighs category-specific monitors attributes, spec wins, price signals, and data confidence — not sponsorships.

  • Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV leads overall with a 8.6 total score.
  • Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV wins 3 comparable specs with a 25% weighted win rate.
  • Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor has the strongest high-impact advantage in Refresh Rate.
  • Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor has the best visible score-to-price balance based on available starting price.

Asus ProArt Display PA279CRVWINNER 8.6/10

A value 4K creator monitor with factory-calibrated color, wide gamut coverage, and 96W USB-C — a bargain for content work.

Pros

  • + Factory-calibrated, wide-gamut color
  • + 4K sharpness for editing and design
  • + 96W USB-C docking
  • + Excellent value for creators

Cons

  • − 60Hz — not for gaming
  • − SDR-class brightness for HDR
  • − IPS contrast, not OLED

Best for: Photo and video editors on a budget · Designers needing accurate color · USB-C single-cable setups

“The best-value color-accurate 4K monitor: excellent factory calibration, wide-gamut coverage, and useful USB-C docking for far less than premium creator panels. It is 60Hz and SDR-bright, so not for gaming or bright HDR.”

Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor8.3/10

A standout value 27-inch QHD 170Hz gaming monitor with an SS-IPS panel, KVM switch, and USB-C, punching well above its price.

Pros

  • + Excellent 1440p/170Hz performance for the price
  • + Built-in KVM switch and USB-C with DP Alt Mode
  • + Wide ~92% DCI-P3 color coverage
  • + rev. 2.0 RGB panel fixes earlier text-clarity issue

Cons

  • − Tilt-only stand with no height or swivel adjustment
  • − DisplayHDR 400 is entry-level HDR at best
  • − USB-C delivers only 10W of power

Best for: Budget-minded 1440p gamers · Users wanting a KVM and single-cable laptop docking · First high-refresh monitor upgrades

“For shoppers who want fast 1440p gaming without spending OLED money, the M27Q remains the default value pick. The rev. 2.0 RGB panel fixes the text-clarity gripe, and the KVM plus USB-C make it more useful as a do-everything desktop monitor than most…”

Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV or Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor?

By ComparZone's weighted scoring of category-specific monitors specs, the Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV scores highest overall (8.6/10, 0.3 points ahead of the Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor). It is the better all-round pick, but the right choice depends on your priorities — the spec table above shows exactly where each one wins.

What are the main differences between Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV and Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor?

The biggest measurable differences are Resolution, Refresh Rate, Color Gamut. The grouped spec sheet above marks the winner of every comparable spec.

Is the Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV better value than the Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor?

The Asus ProArt Display PA279CRV starts around $469 and the Gigabyte M27Q (rev. 2.0) 27" 1440p 170Hz Gaming Monitor around $299. Weigh the score gap against the price gap: a small score lead rarely justifies a large premium unless it comes from the specs you personally care about.

Can I compare other monitors on ComparZone?

Yes — ComparZone supports dynamic comparison pages for any 2 to 4 monitors from the same category, with verified specs, transparent scores, and live prices. See the related comparisons below or build your own from the category page.

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