Benq MA270UP vs Benq EX270M
Benq MA270UP
- IPS panel — wide 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, consistent color reproduction
- HDR support (DisplayHDR 400) with 400 cd/m² peak — enhanced contrast for HDR media
- 4K UHD resolution at 163 PPI — razor-sharp detail for creative and professional workflows
Benq EX270M
- IPS panel — consistent 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, uniform color reproduction
- HDR support (HDR10) — expanded brightness range for more realistic, dynamic imagery
- Full HD at 81 PPI — clear, clean image for everyday computing and gaming
The main difference is refresh rate: Benq MA270UP runs at 60Hz versus 48Hz on Benq EX270M, making it the stronger option for competitive and fast-paced gaming. Based on overall score, the Benq EX270M is our preferred pick — earning 3.9/5.
Benq MA270UP
- Benq MA270UP — Refresh Rate: 60 Hz (hertz) — lower max Hz — less fluid gameplay
- Benq MA270UP — Response Time: 5 ms (GtG) — slower pixel response — more visible blur in fast scenes
- Benq MA270UP — Pixel Density: 163 PPI — sharper image — more pixels per inch
- Benq MA270UP — Adaptive Sync: -
- Benq MA270UP — HDR: DisplayHDR 400 — HDR supported
Benq EX270M
- Benq EX270M — Refresh Rate: 48 Hz - 240 Hz — higher max Hz — smoother motion, competitive advantage
- Benq EX270M — Response Time: -1 ms (MPRT) — faster pixel response — sharper motion, less ghosting
- Benq EX270M — Pixel Density: 81 PPI — lower pixel density — softer at close viewing distances
- Benq EX270M — Adaptive Sync: AMD FreeSync Premium — broader VRR support
- Benq EX270M — HDR: HDR10 — HDR supported
- IPS panel — wide 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, consistent color reproduction
- HDR support (DisplayHDR 400) with 400 cd/m² peak — enhanced contrast for HDR media
- 4K UHD resolution at 163 PPI — razor-sharp detail for creative and professional workflows
- 95% DCI-P3 — professional-level wide-gamut color reproduction for accurate creative work
- Full ergonomic stand (height, pivot, swivel, tilt) — adaptable for comfortable long-session productivity use
- IPS contrast (1200 : 1) — blacks look grey in dark viewing conditions compared to VA or OLED
- No Thunderbolt 4 — USB-C available but lacks high-speed 40 Gbps bandwidth and high-watt charging
- Entry-tier DisplayHDR 400 — limited local dimming means HDR uplift is modest rather than dramatic
- Peak power draw (220W) — above-average running cost; factor into long-term energy budget
- No built-in Ethernet — monitor lacks wired network hub functionality
- IPS panel — consistent 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, uniform color reproduction
- HDR support (HDR10) — expanded brightness range for more realistic, dynamic imagery
- Full HD at 81 PPI — clear, clean image for everyday computing and gaming
- 240Hz high refresh rate — butter-smooth gameplay for fast-paced competitive gaming
- 1 ms (MPRT) — significantly sharper moving images with reduced perceived motion blur
- IPS contrast (1000 : 1) — blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to VA or OLED panels
- Full HD (1080p) on 27.0" — lower pixel density (81 PPI) noticeably less sharp than QHD at this size
- No portrait pivot — stand cannot rotate vertically for document or code-reading layouts
- No USB-C or Thunderbolt — single-cable connectivity with modern laptops requires a separate adapter
- No built-in Ethernet — monitor lacks wired network hub; separate dongle or switch required
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 7.6/10★★★★★ |
7.8/10★★★★★ |
| Brand | Benq | Benq |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Basic Information | ||
| Brand | BenQ | BenQ |
| Model | MA270UP | EX270M |
| Series | DesignVue | MOBIUZ |
| Model Alias | - | MOBIUZ EX270M |
| Model Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Display | ||
| Size Class | 27-inch | 27-inch |
| Panel Type ? | IPS | IPS |
| Curvature | -- | -- |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Pixel Density | 163 PPI | 81 PPI |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.155 mm (millimeters) | 0.311 mm (millimeters) |
| Display Area | 88.75 % (percent) | 86.21 % (percent) |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Color Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) (FRC: Yes) | 8 bits |
| Colors | 1073741824 colors | 16777216 colors |
| sRGB | 99% | 99% |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95% | - |
| HDR Support ? | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10 |
| Brightness & Contrast | ||
| Brightness (Typical) | 400 cd/m² | 400 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 400 cd/m² | - |
| Contrast | 1200 : 1 | 1000 : 1 |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz (hertz) | 48 Hz - 240 Hz |
| Response Time | 5 ms (GtG) | -1 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive Sync ? | - | AMD FreeSync Premium |
| Display Technologies | ||
| Advanced Display Technologies | Panel Technology: Nano Gloss Panel Backlight: W-LED Viewing Angles: 178° / 178° (H / V) MPRT Response: - Dynamic Contrast: - Input Lag: - Screen Coating: Glossy |
Panel Technology: - Backlight: W-LED Viewing Angles: 178° / 178° (H / V) MPRT Response: 1 ms (MPRT) Dynamic Contrast: - Input Lag: - Screen Coating: Anti-glare/Matte (3H) |
| Camera | ||
| Camera | No | No |
| Audio | ||
| Audio | 2 x 3 W (watts) | 3.5 mm Audio Out | 2 x 2 W (watts) | Sub: 1 x 5 W (watts) | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
| Connectivity & Ports | ||
| Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; upstream; 90W; DP Alt Mode) 1 x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream; 15) 2 x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; 5 Gbps; downstream; 7.5W) 2 x HDMI 2.0 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) 2.2 |
1 x USB 3.0 (Type-B; upstream) 2 x USB 3.0 (Type-A; downstream) 2 x HDMI 2.0 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) 2.2 |
| Wireless | - | - |
| Ergonomics | ||
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm | 100 x 100 mm |
| Height Adjustment | 115 mm | 100 mm |
| Pivot | ±0° | No |
| Swivel | ±15° | ±15° |
| Tilt | -5° to +20° | -5° to +15° |
| Removable Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Gaming Features | ||
| Gaming Features | AMA (Advanced Motion Accelerator) | AMA (Advanced Motion Accelerator) AMD FreeSync Premium Black Equalizer Color Vibrance FPS Mode Motion Blur Reduction |
| Smart & Software Features | ||
| Operating System | - | - |
| Smart Features | Auto Pivot Color Weakness ePaper Flicker-free technology Low Blue Light MacBook Control Visual Optimizer |
Brightness Intelligence Plus technology Color Weakness Mode ePaper Mode Flicker-free technology HDRi Light Tuner Low Blue Light |
| Power Consumption | ||
| Voltage | 100–240V | 100–240V |
| Frequency | 50/60Hz | 50/60Hz |
| Average Consumption | 40W | 22W |
| Maximum Consumption | 220W | 70W |
| Standby | 0.5W | 0.5W |
| Certificates | ||
| Certificates | ENERGY STAR Eye Comfort 3.0 TÜV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified TÜV Rheinland Reflection Free Certified |
TUV Rheinland Flicker-free Certified TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certified |
| Design, Build & Dimensions | ||
| Without Stand Width | 613.8 mm | 614 mm |
| Without Stand Height | 367.7 mm | 379.5 mm |
| Without Stand Depth | 83.5 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Without Stand Weight | 5.14 kg | 4.25 kg |
| With Stand Width | 613.8 mm | 614 mm |
| With Stand Height | 445.1 mm | 425.6 mm |
| With Stand Depth | 220.2 mm | 194 mm |
| With Stand Weight | 8.2 kg | 6.4 kg |
| Color | Silver | Dark Grey |
| Operating Conditions | ||
| Temperature | - | - |
| Humidity | - | - |
At 60Hz versus 48Hz, Benq MA270UP delivers meaningfully smoother motion — a real advantage in fast-paced shooters and competitive titles where frame timing matters. Response time: 1ms on Benq EX270M keeps ghosting minimal.
🏆 Benq EX270MBenq MA270UP at 4K offers noticeably sharper text for long coding or document sessions — a meaningful upgrade for anyone spending hours reading on screen.
🏆 Benq MA270UPColour accuracy depends on gamut coverage — see the specification table for DCI-P3 and sRGB figures. Wide-gamut panels benefit photo editors and video colourists working in HDR workflows.
🏆 Benq EX270MHDR support differs between these displays: Benq MA270UP (DisplayHDR 400) versus Benq EX270M (HDR10). For HDR movie content and gaming, the higher-tier HDR certification translates to more dynamic highlight detail.
🏆 Benq EX270MBoth displays use IPS panel technology, so panel-level contrast and viewing angles are comparable. The differences come down to calibration, brightness, and HDR tier.
Refresh rate is the headline gaming spec. Benq EX270M runs at 240Hz versus 60Hz on Benq MA270UP — a 180Hz gap that produces measurably smoother motion in fast-paced games and a lower perceived input lag. 240Hz is the sweet spot for competitive gaming — fast enough that most games feel completely fluid even without perfect frame pacing.On response time: Benq MA270UP (5 ms (GtG)) versus Benq EX270M (-1 ms (MPRT)) — the faster pixel transition reduces ghosting behind fast-moving objects. VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) eliminates screen tearing by syncing the monitor to your GPU's frame output. Both monitors support adaptive sync: Benq MA270UP with -, and Benq EX270M with AMD FreeSync Premium.
HDR certification differs: Benq MA270UP carries DisplayHDR 400, while Benq EX270M carries HDR10. Higher HDR tiers (HDR600, HDR1000) require greater peak brightness — the number after "HDR" represents the minimum peak nits. For genuine HDR impact in games and streaming, HDR400 is the entry level; HDR600+ is where highlights start to look distinctly brighter than SDR.
For daily work, resolution directly affects text sharpness and how much content fits on screen. Benq MA270UP at 4K has 4× more pixels than FHD, making text noticeably crisper at normal reading distances. At 163 PPI, the Benq MA270UP is sharper per inch than the 81 PPI alternative — a difference you feel when reading long documents or code.
These two monitors have different resolution targets, so GPU requirements differ. Benq MA270UP at 4K and 60Hz demands more GPU headroom than Benq EX270M at FHD (1080p) and 240Hz. GPU tiers below cover both monitors.
Benq EX270M has a stronger connectivity suite. The Benq MA270UP covers the basics but lacks some future-proofing ports.
Both monitors have basic stand adjustment. If you need precise positioning, a VESA-compatible monitor arm is recommended — check the spec table for VESA mount support (typically 75×75mm or 100×100mm).
Use our free screen size comparison tool, PPI calculator, and power consumption calculator to go deeper than spec numbers alone. These display comparison tools help you accurately compare monitors and TVs beyond what a spec table shows — from physical dimensions to real-world electricity costs.
Benq MA270UP vs Benq EX270M: What Actually Matters
The headline difference is refresh rate: Benq MA270UP runs at 60Hz versus 48Hz on Benq EX270M. That gap matters most in competitive gaming where consistent frame delivery reduces perceived input lag. For everyday desktop use, movies, and productivity work, both feel comparably fluid.
On the sharpness question: 4K resolution on the Benq MA270UP renders noticeably crisper text and finer detail than Full HD — particularly visible on a 27-inch panel where pixel density directly affects how clean fonts and fine UI elements look at normal viewing distances. The trade-off is GPU demand; pushing 4K at high refresh rates requires meaningfully more graphics horsepower.
Strengths Worth Knowing
The Benq MA270UP stands out for ips panel — wide 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, consistent color reproduction and hdr support (displayhdr 400) with 400 cd/m² peak — enhanced contrast for hdr media. The main compromise: ips contrast (1200 : 1) — blacks look grey in dark viewing conditions compared to va or oled.
The Benq EX270M stands out for ips panel — consistent 178°/178° viewing angles with accurate, uniform color reproduction and hdr support (hdr10) — expanded brightness range for more realistic, dynamic imagery. The main compromise: ips contrast (1000 : 1) — blacks appear grey in dark environments compared to va or oled panels.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
For gaming, the Benq MA270UP has the edge thanks to its 60Hz refresh rate. Higher refresh rates produce smoother motion and reduce perceived input lag — critical advantages in competitive shooters and action titles. If both share the same Hz, compare response time in the spec table above.
The Benq MA270UP runs at 4K versus 1080p on the other. 4K resolution means more pixels per inch — sharper text, finer detail in games, and more screen real estate for multitasking. The trade-off is that 4K gaming requires more GPU horsepower to maintain high frame rates. If you are on a mid-range GPU, 1080p will achieve higher, smoother frame rates more easily.
For all-day productivity work — documents, spreadsheets, coding, and content creation — resolution and panel colour accuracy matter most. The Benq EX270M is the stronger daily driver based on overall specification score. For long hours, also look for a model with flicker-free backlight and low blue-light mode — check the spec table above for those details.
The Benq EX270M is the stronger all-round choice based on its overall score of 3.9/5. That said, if your priority is specifically competitive gaming at the highest possible refresh rate, see the Quick Answer section at the top of this page for use-case-specific recommendations. The Benq MA270UP is not a bad choice — it simply trails on overall specification weight, which may not reflect the single spec most important to your setup.
IPS (In-Plane Switching) panels are the most common in quality monitors — they offer wide viewing angles and accurate colour reproduction, making them ideal for design work, general use, and brightly lit rooms. VA (Vertical Alignment) panels have a higher native contrast ratio, producing deeper blacks, which benefits dark-room gaming and movie watching. OLED panels work differently: each pixel emits its own light, enabling true blacks, near-infinite contrast, and perfect viewing angles — at the cost of higher price and some burn-in risk with static content.
For non-gaming use — web browsing, documents, video calls — 60Hz to 75Hz is completely adequate and you will not feel the difference from a 144Hz or 240Hz panel. Where higher refresh rates genuinely improve the experience beyond gaming is in cursor smoothness during scrolling and desktop navigation, which some users appreciate. In short: the step from 60Hz to 75Hz has minimal benefit; the step from 60Hz to 144Hz is noticeable but not essential for productivity.
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