The ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV is a 27-inch, 4k monitor. As a part of ASUS' ProArt lineup, it sits alongside the 32-inch ASUS ProArt Display PA329CRV, and it's higher-end than the popular ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV. It's intended for video editing, as it comes factory calibrated and is Calman Verified. It even has different picture modes depending on the color space you use, as there are options for anything from sRGB to Rec. 2020. It comes with a bunch of productivity features, like an ergonomic stand and a USB hub that includes three USB-A ports and two USB-C ports, one of which supports DisplayPort Alt Mode with an advertised 96W of power delivery. It's also advertised to support daisy chaining, so you can connect a secondary monitor directly to this one.
Our Verdict
The ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV is mediocre for PC gaming. It has a basic 60Hz refresh rate, and while it supports VRR, it only works within a narrow refresh rate range. It has a responsive feel for gaming, but motion looks blurry due to its slow response time. Lastly, it has a low contrast ratio that makes blacks look gray, and it has a local dimming feature that performs terribly, so it's bad for dark room gaming.
- VRR support, but limited range.
- Low input lag.
- Limited 60Hz refresh rate.
- Slow response time; blurry motion.
- Low contrast ratio.
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV is disappointing for console gaming. It lacks HDMI 2.1 bandwidth to take full advantage of the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, but it still supports VRR and signals up to 60Hz with either console. It has a low input lag for a responsive feel, but it has a slow response time that results in blurry motion. Unfortunately, it has limited picture quality as highlights don't pop in HDR, and it has a terrible local dimming feature.
- Low input lag.
- Limited 60Hz refresh rate.
- Slow response time; blurry motion.
- Low contrast ratio.
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV is excellent for the office. It has a high 4k resolution that results in high pixel density and sharp text, and its 27-inch screen is big enough to multitask. You won't have many issues using it in well-lit rooms, as it gets bright enough to fight glare, but reflections are distracting. It's even a great choice if you need to share your screen with someone else, as it has incredible ergonomics and wide viewing angles. Lastly, it has extra perks to improve your workflow, like a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode.
- Sharp text clarity.
- Wide viewing angles.
- Incredible ergonomics.
- USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode.
Bright enough to fight most glare.
- No KVM switch.
Bright glare is distracting.
The ASUS PA279CRV is good for content creation. It comes factory-calibrated with remarkable accuracy in the sRGB mode, and it has various picture modes for different color spaces, which is ideal for any type of content you work with. It also has a high 4k resolution that results in very sharp text and images, and the 27-inch screen offers enough space to multitask. It even has extra features to improve your workflow, like a USB hub, and it has a very ergonomic stand that makes it easy to adjust it in an ideal position. Unfortunately, it has more limited picture quality in HDR, which is disappointing if you need to edit videos.
- Wide viewing angles.
- Incredible ergonomics.
Bright enough to fight most glare.
- Remarkable accuracy in sRGB mode.
- Different picture modes for various color spaces.
- Low contrast ratio.
- Highlights don't pop in HDR.
- Terrible local dimming feature.
Bright glare is distracting.
The ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV has decent brightness. It gets bright enough to fight glare in a well-lit room, but it doesn't make highlights pop in HDR.
Bright enough to fight most glare.
- Highlights don't pop in HDR.
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV has a disappointing response time, so motion looks blurry.
- Slow response time; blurry motion.
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV has disappointing HDR picture quality. It has a low contrast ratio that makes blacks look gray, and it has a terrible local dimming feature that causes blooming around bright objects.
- Low contrast ratio.
- Terrible local dimming feature.
The ASUS ProArt PA279CRV has okay SDR picture quality. While it displays a wide range of colors, it has a low contrast ratio that makes blacks look gray in the dark.
- Displays wide range of colors.
- Low contrast ratio.
The ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV has amazing color accuracy. It has a dedicated sRGB mode that's very accurate without any sort of calibration, and it includes picture modes for other color spaces that you may need to work with.
- Remarkable accuracy in sRGB mode.
- Different picture modes for various color spaces.
Performance Usages
Changelog
- Updated Mar 17, 2026: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1.2. We added a new Panel Technology box, including the Spectral Power Distribution (SPD) graph.
- Updated Nov 10, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1.1. We removed the Vertical Viewing Angle test.
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Updated Jun 25, 2025:
We updated text throughout to match the new and updated tests with Test Bench 2.1, including in the Verdict section.
- Updated Jun 25, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1. This includes new tests for Direct Reflections, Ambient Black Level Raise, and Total Reflected Light. You can see all the changes in the changelog.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 27-inch ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV, which is also available in a 32-inch size, the PA329CRV, but the results are only valid for this 27-inch model. ASUS also has the P279CV available, which is a monitor meant for photo editing, while the P279CRV is intended for video editors. You can see the differences between the two monitors below.
| Model | Size | Resolution | DisplayPort Type | Power Delivery | Daisy Chaining |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA279CRV | 27" | 4k | 1.4 | 96W | Yes |
| PA279CV | 27" | 4k | 1.2 | 65W | No |
Our unit was manufactured in July 2023; you can see the label here.
Popular Monitor Comparisons
The ASUS PA279CRV is a mid-range 27-inch 4k productivity monitor. It has a great balance of performance, features, and price relative to its peers for office or editing work. Apart from its disappointing contrast, it has great performance, with a detailed image, outstanding accuracy before calibration, and the ability to overcome all but the brightest glare. It even has several extra features, like support for DisplayPort Alt Mode and 90W of power delivery for laptops. And while it has limited HDR performance, it still displays a wide range of colors and performs similarly to its peers. Competing monitors, like the Dell U2725QE, cost much more, though they do deliver enhancements, such as better contrast, a higher refresh rate, and a KVM switch. However, if you don't need these extra features, the ASUS remains a fantastic value.
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The ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV and the Dell U2725QE are both 4k 27-inch productivity monitors. The Dell is a better option for most people, as it gets brighter, has a higher refresh rate, and better connectivity options. However, the ASUS is a better option if you're a editing and aren't able to calibrate your monitor, as it's more accurate before calibration.
The Dell U2723QE and the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV are both 4k, 27-inch monitors aimed at content creators. They have many of the same features and similar performance, but they also have a few differences. The Dell uses a panel with IPS Black technology, resulting in a higher contrast than the ASUS and making it the better choice to edit content in a dark environment. On the other hand, the Dell has extra features, like a bigger USB hub and a KVM switch that makes it easy to multitask.
The ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV is a higher-end monitor than the ASUS ProArt Display PA278CV. The PA279CRV has a higher 4k resolution for better text clarity and also supports HDR, which the PA278CV doesn't. They each have a USB hub, but the PA279CRV delivers higher power delivery than the PA278CV, and it also has Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes.
The Dell U3225QE and the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV are 4k productivity monitors. The Dell is a better option if you can afford it, as it has better connectivity, a higher refresh rate, and greater brightness. However, the ASUS costs considerably less and is a great choice if you want solid SDR performance and don't need a KVM switch.
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