Plus, it’s possible for you to always use a set of speakers.
Instead of the usual stand, it clamps onto the lip of the desk for incredible stability.
More interestingly, its very easy to pivot the screen 90 degrees into portrait mode perfect for coders.
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Port selection impresses, too, with HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C options.
Unfortunately, theres only one upstream cable included, despite the inclusion of two ports.
Using them to navigate the OSD menu is about as straightforward and intuitive as it gets.
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The display itself is a 27-inch IPS panel with a4Kresolution at 60Hz.
While its plenty bright at 250 nits, its 350 nits peak inHDRis only adequate.
Its nice to have, but I do wish HDR was a bit better.
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However, considering this is a sub-$600 monitor with so much going on, Im not surprised.
The second is an extension of those color modes.
Additionally, Picture-In-Picture and Picture-By-Picture are available with the BenQ PD2705UA.
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As mentioned before, the BenQ PD2705UA comes with two 2.5W speakers.
It isn’t particularly loud, theres little bass, and it can sound a little boxy.
However, it will do in a pinch, if need be.
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Especially if you have an awkward setup and are in need of its ergonomics or want good color coverage.
Consider, for instance, theLG 32UN880, which has been around for a few years already.
Its still priced higher, even though we reviewed it back in 2020.
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However, the cable management and range of KVM implementation on the BenQ PD2705UA is better.
BenQ PD2705UA: Specs
Should you buy the BenQ PD2705UA?
You care about ergonomicsThe Ergo Arm stands above typical stands in more than just a literal way.
Its capped at 60Hz and is meant for creatives and worker bees, not competitive gamers.
It gets a bit brighter, too.
Read our fullBenQ PD2706UA
LG 32UN880Some people just need something a little bigger: enter the LG 32UN880.
Just dont expect KVM, PiP, PBP, or the dual color mode features.
I also played around with the Ergo Arm to assess its limitations.
Read more about how we test
First reviewed March 2024
