Asus MX279HS 27" FHD Monitor (2019)
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Asus MX279HS is an affordable 27-inch FHD monitor designed for general computing in Asus's 2019 lineup. It is powered by a basic 8-bit IPS panel.
Additionally, this monitor can get quite contrasty. It also comes with build-in speakers that make media consumption in a pinch an effortless experience.
In terms of drawbacks, this monitor lacks HDR support, comes with limited adjustments, and is not very bright. Further, the 8-bit panel is rather limiting in terms of color reproduction.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 26% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- High 1000:1 contrast ratio
- Build-in speakers included
Cons
- No publicized HDR support
- Only tilt adjustment
- 8-bit display panel
- Display panel not very bright
What external reviewers found***
External score 42% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent gray uniformity
- Very responsive
- Low input lag
- High refresh rate
Cons
- Mediocre ergonomics
- Can't get very bright
- No advanced gaming features
Price Comparison
Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
1x 3.5 mm Audio In, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 2x HDMI 1.4, 1x D-sub
Construction
Adjustment | Height
N/A
Adjustment | Pivot
N/A
Adjustment | Swivel
N/A
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 20°
Camera
No
Colors
Black, Silver
Speakers
2x 3W
VESA Mount
75 x 75 mm
Dimensions
Size | Depth
8.87 in / 225.2 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
17.37 in / 441.3 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
24.51 in / 622.6 mm
Weight
5.2 kg / 11 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
250 nits
Contrast Ratio
1000:1 (static), 80000000:1 (dynamic)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
8 bits, 16777216 colors
Display Diagonal
27" (26.96 in / 684.7 mm)
Display Type
IPS, Anti-glare/Matte
Gamut
72% Adobe RGB, 90% sRGB
Input Lag
9 ms
Pixel Density
81 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.311 mm
Refresh Rate
56 Hz ~ 76 Hz
Resolution
FHD (1920x1080)
Response Time
5 ms (min) / 14 ms (avg)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
Licenses
BSMI, CB, CCC, CE, cTick, CU, ErP, ENERGY STAR, FCC Class B, KCC, PSE, RoHS, UL/cUL, WEEE
Video
Low Blue Light, SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology, Trace Free Technology, Flicker-free technology, HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
Performance
Power Consumption
29.1 W (average) / 0.5 W (sleep) / 0.5 W (off)
Production
Accessory
Audio cable, D-sub cable, HDMI cable - optional
Debut
2019
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rtings[1]
Reviewer score 42%ASUS MX279HS is an alright monitor for most uses. It has a large size but the 1080p resolution can be limiting. It can't get very bright so it's more suitable for a dim room. The low input lag offers a responsive gaming experience but there are no advanced gaming features.
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Pros
- Excellent gray uniformity
- Low input lag
- Very responsive
- High refresh rate
Cons
- Can't get very bright
- Mediocre ergonomics
- No advanced gaming features
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References
- ^ ASUS MX279HS Monitor Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/monitor/reviews/asus/mx279hs. 2019-10-24. Retrieved 2022-01-04.
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