ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" vs BenQ RD280U
Side-by-side comparison of viewing distance, PPI, and specifications
ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42"
41.5" · 3840×2160 · OLED
Optimal Viewing Distance 82cm
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| Specification | ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" 2022 | BenQ RD280U 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 41.5" (Better) | 28.2" |
| Resolution | 3840×2160 | 3840×2560 (Better) |
| Pixel Density (PPI) | 106 | 164 (Better) |
| Optimal Viewing Distance | 82cm | 53cm (Better) |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS |
| Viewing Angle | 178° | 178° |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Refresh Rate | 138 Hz (Better) | 60 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Rate (VRR) | G-SYNC Compatible | None |
| Response Time | 0.1 ms GTG (Better) | 5 ms GTG |
| HDR Certification | None | DisplayHDR 400 |
| SDR Brightness | 450 nits (Better) | 350 nits |
| HDR Peak Brightness | 1000 nits (Better) | 400 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | 1:1,000,000 (Better) | 1:1,200 |
| Ports | 4x HDMI · 1x DP · USB Hub | 1x HDMI · 1x DP · USB-C · USB Hub |
| USB-C Power Delivery | — | 90 W |
| Color Gamut | sRGB 133% · DCI-P3 98% · Adobe RGB 94% (Better) | sRGB 100% · DCI-P3 93% · Adobe RGB 87% |
| Year | 2022 | 2024 (Better) |
Summary
The BenQ RD280U has higher pixel density (164 PPI), making it sharper at close range.
The BenQ RD280U allows sitting closer (53cm) while maintaining retina quality.
The ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" offers a larger 41.5" display for more immersive viewing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has better PPI: ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" or BenQ RD280U?
The BenQ RD280U has 164 PPI compared to 106 PPI for the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42".
Which has a closer optimal viewing distance?
The BenQ RD280U requires 53cm vs 82cm for the ASUS ROG Swift PG42UQ 42" 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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