BenQ has consistently impressed Mac users with its display offerings, and the new MA270S is no exception. Priced at ₹94,998, it's a significant departure from Apple's ₹1,89,900 Studio Display. The MA270S boasts a 27-inch IPS panel with 5120x2880 resolution, a 70Hz refresh rate, and specific Mac-centric colour tuning. It also features 90-watt Type-C ports, making it suitable for powering a MacBook or iPad Pro.
BenQ's Nano Matte display coating reduces reflections without compromising colour accuracy. The display's colour reproduction and accuracy are benchmarked against Macs, including the MacBook Pro 13-inch powered by the M2 chip. The Visual Optimiser feature adjusts brightness according to ambient lighting intensity, ensuring a flicker-free experience.
The MA270S has a 450-nits peak brightness, making it suitable for indoor use. It also features two HDMI 2.0 ports, a Thunderbolt 4 port, a 35-watt USB-C standard, two USB-A ports, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. The display's stand architecture allows for 115mm height adjustment, up to 20-degrees tilt, 15-degrees of swivel, and a 90-degree pivot.
While the Apple Studio Display excels in its integrated audio system, the MA270S falls short in this regard. However, its core feature set is spot on, making it a compelling alternative to the Studio Display. With its impressive display quality, connectivity options, and affordability, the BenQ MA270S is a simple recommendation for those looking for a budget-friendly 27-inch 5K display.
