ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" vs BenQ PD2725U 27"
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27"
26.5" · 2560×1440 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 79cm
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| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" 2024 | BenQ PD2725U 27" 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 26.5" | 27" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 | 3840×2160 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 111 | 163 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 79cm | 54cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Refresh Rate | 480 Hz (Better) | 60 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | None |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG (Better) | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 |
| SDR Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1300 nits (Better) | 400 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 (Better) | 1:1,200 |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | — | 65 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 135% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 96% (Better) | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 95% · Adobe RGB 100% |
| Year | 2024 (Better) | 2021 |
Summary
The BenQ PD2725U 27" has higher pixel density (163 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The BenQ PD2725U 27" allows sitting closer (54cm) while maintaining retina quality.
The BenQ PD2725U 27" offers a larger 27" display for more immersive viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" or BenQ PD2725U 27"?
The BenQ PD2725U 27" has 163 PPI compared to 111 PPI for the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The BenQ PD2725U 27" requires 54cm vs 79cm for the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" to reach retina quality.
Methodology & Sources
Formula: Retina distance (cm) = 3438 / PPI. Displayed values are rounded for readability.
Sources: Official manufacturer spec sheets and product pages. Specs are normalized before comparisons.
Comparison winners are calculated metric by metric (higher is better for most specs; lower is better for distance/response time).
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