93.0
Best for hybrid gamers who play both cinematic rpgs and competitive shooters
- Dual-Mode 4K 240Hz / FHD 480Hz
- VESA DisplayHDR True Black 400
- 0.03ms (GtG) Response Time
$850
Head to head · Monitors
MA270U 27” 4K 3840x2160 Monitor for MacBook® vs 27 inch 240Hz Curved Monitor
Ravvy scores MA270U 27” 4K 3840x2160 Monitor for MacBook® at 89.15 and 27 inch 240Hz Curved Monitor at 89.31. 27 inch 240Hz Curved Monitor takes the overall pick, best for budget conscious competitive gamers and esports enthusiasts.
$550
Creative professionals on a budget should buy this for its flawless Mac integration, accepting the standard 60Hz refresh rate as a fair trade for color accuracy.
Ravvy pick
Amzfast
27 inch 240Hz Curved Monitor
89.3
$140
Competitive players should buy this for the buttery smooth 240Hz refresh rate, accepting that 1080p on a 27-inch screen is less crisp than higher resolution alternatives.
How they score
| Factor | MA270U 27” 4K 3840x2160 Monitor for MacBook® | 27 inch 240Hz Curved Monitor |
|---|---|---|
| Eye Comfort | 90 | – |
| Build Quality | 85 | 80 |
| Color Accuracy | 94 | 84.5 |
| Mac Integration | 98.5 | – |
| Value for Money | 80 | – |
| Value | – | 98 |
| Contrast Depth | – | 94 |
| Motion Clarity | – | 92.5 |
MA270U 27” 4K 3840x2160 Monitor for MacBook®
What owners praise
- Near-perfect color synchronization with MacBook P3 gamut
- Mac keyboard control for brightness and volume
- High 2000:1 contrast ratio for an IPS panel
- 90W USB-C charging powers even the 16-inch MacBook Pro
- Robust ergonomic stand with pivot and height adjustment
What to know first
- 60Hz refresh rate is low for gaming or high-motion video
- Price premium for Mac-specific features
- Design aesthetic is slightly bulkier than Apple Studio Display
Skip it if high-end gamers or windows users who don't benefit from the mac-specific software suite
27 inch 240Hz Curved Monitor
What owners praise
- Ultra-smooth 240Hz refresh rate for competitive play
- High 4000:1 contrast ratio offers deep, rich blacks
- Immersive 1500R curvature reduces eye strain
- Exceptional price-to-performance ratio
- Generous 24-month major quality replacement policy
What to know first
- Lower pixel density due to 1080p on a 27-inch panel
- Internal speakers lack significant bass
- VA panels have narrower perfect viewing angles than IPS
Skip it if professional graphic designers or users requiring 4k precision
Specs side by side
| Spec | MA270U 27” 4K 3840x2160 Monitor for MacBook® | 27 inch 240Hz Curved Monitor |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 840046050757 | – |
| ASIN | B0DBB63XGC | B0FP95S9XK |
| GTIN | 840046050757 | – |
| Brand | BenQ | Amzfast |
| Color | Sliver | Black |
| Shape | Rectangular | Curved |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 300 candela_per_square_meter |
| Model Name | MA270U | AMZG27C1 PRO |
| Resolution | 4K UHD 2160p | FHD 1080p |
| Screen Size | 27 inches | 27 inches |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Type | LED | VA |
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