ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" vs BenQ RD280U
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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Advantages of ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27"
| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" | BenQ RD280U |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 480 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.0 ms GTG | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1300 nits | 400 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,500,000 | 1:1,200 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 135% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 96% | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 93% · Adobe RGB 87% |
Advantages of BenQ RD280U
| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" | BenQ RD280U |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 26.5" | 28.2" |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 | 3840×2560 |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 111 | 164 |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 79cm | 53cm |
| SDR Brightness | 250 nits | 350 nits |
Identical
| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" | BenQ RD280U |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | FreeSync Premium | None |
| HDR Certification | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR 400 |
| Ports | 2x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | — | 90 W |
| Year | 2024 | 2024 |
Summary
Sharpness: advantage BenQ RD280U
At 65cm, the BenQ RD280U is retina (164 PPI) while the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" is not — you need to sit at least 79cm away for pixel-free viewing.
Brightness: advantage BenQ RD280U
The BenQ RD280U is 40% brighter in SDR (350 vs 250 nits), a noticeable difference for outdoor readability. HDR peak: 400 vs 1300 nits.
All specifications
| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" 2024 | BenQ RD280U 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 26.5" | 28.2" (Better) |
| Resolution | 2560×1440 | 3840×2560 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 111 | 164 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 79cm | 53cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 3:2 |
| 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 | 350 nits (Better) |
| 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 | 1x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | — | 90 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 135% · DCI-P3 99% · Adobe RGB 96% (Better) | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 93% · Adobe RGB 87% |
| Year | 2024 | 2024 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27" or BenQ RD280U?
The BenQ RD280U has 164 PPI compared to 111 PPI for the ASUS ROG Swift PG27AQDP 27".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The BenQ RD280U requires 53cm 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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