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ASUS - 27" Widescreen Flat-Panel IPS LED HD Monitor - Black

Model: PB278Q
SKU: 7008795
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  • Key Specs
    • Refresh Rate: 60Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
    • Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (Maximum resolution refers to the highest number of pixels that a screen can process and display. Higher resolution signals produce more detailed images.)
    • Response Time: 5 milliseconds (The speed at which pixels can change colors is called response time. It is measured in milliseconds (ms).)
    • Panel Type: IPS (Technology that affects response time and image quality.)
    • Synchronization Technology: Not Applicable (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
    • Screen Size: 27 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Display Connector(s): 1 x VGA, 1 x HDMI (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
  • General
    • Brand: ASUS
    • Model Number: PB278Q
    • Product Name: 27" Widescreen Flat-Panel IPS LED HD Monitor
    • Color: Black
    • Operating System Compatibility: Mac, Windows
  • Display
    • Refresh Rate: 60Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
    • Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (Maximum resolution refers to the highest number of pixels that a screen can process and display. Higher resolution signals produce more detailed images.)
    • Native Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (Native resolution of a screen refers to its single, fixed resolution. Sometimes screens must scale an image up or down in order to fit the native resolution. This can cause a loss of resolution or detail.)
    • Contrast Ratio: 80,000,000:1 (Measured difference between a displayed image's brightest whites and darkest blacks. The larger the first number, the more detail and color that can be displayed.)
    • Response Time: 5 milliseconds (The speed at which pixels can change colors is called response time. It is measured in milliseconds (ms).)
    • Display Type: LED
    • Panel Type: IPS (Technology that affects response time and image quality.)
    • Synchronization Technology: Not Applicable (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
    • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (The measurement of the width of a screen compared to the height of a screen, expressed as a ratio.)
    • Curved Screen: false
    • Brightness: 300 candela per square meter (A measure of the total light output.)
    • Screen Size: 27 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • High Dynamic Range (HDR): false (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
    • Horizontal Frequency: 89 kilohertz (Also known as "horizontal scan rate," this measurement describes the number of horizontal lines displayed per second and is used to calculate a screen's refresh rate.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
  • Connectivity
    • Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 1
    • Number of DVI Inputs: 1 (The number of digital cables carrying analog (VGA) video signals that can be connected to the product.)
    • Display Connector(s): 1 x VGA, 1 x HDMI (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
  • Compatibility
    • Wall Mountable: true (The product is able to be secured to a wall. Some products are designed ready to mount, while others may require additional hardware/accessories for installation.)
    • VESA Wall Mount Standard: 100mm x 100mm (VESA wall mount standards refer to the spacing of screw holes built into a TV in order to fit with standard TV wall mounts. These standards are implemented into most TVs and monitors.)
  • Features
    • Tiltable: true
    • Adjustable Stand Height: false
    • Anti-Glare: false (Product has features, such as a matte finish, that reduce the likelihood for screen glare.)
    • Built-In Webcam: false
    • Integrated Speaker(s): true
  • Dimensions
    • Product Width: 25.3 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth (With Stand): 8.6 inches
    • Product Weight: 19.4 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
    • Stand Included: true
  • Power
    • Power Consumption: 60 watts
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 3 years
    • Warranty - Labor: 3 years
  • Other
    • UPC: 886227236565

View your favorite movies and games in high-definition with this Asus PB278Q 27" widescreen flat-panel monitor, which features an 80,000,000:1 ASCR (Asus Smart Contrast Ratio) to deliver optimal image and color quality.

PC Gaming Buying Guide

  • Ultrafast 5 ms response time: Allows pixels to change colors quickly to avoid streaking, blurring and ghosting in fast-moving scenes and video games.
  • 27" flat-panel LED screen: With IPS technology offers stunning, lifelike visuals for enhanced entertainment.
  • 80,000,000:1 ASCR (Asus Smart Contrast Ratio): Enables accurate color reproduction when displaying images with extreme differences between light and dark for excellent picture quality.
  • 300 cd/m² brightness: For a highly visible display and clear on-screen images.
  • 2560 x 1440 maximum resolution: Creates a high level of picture detail for a bold, vibrant display. The 16:9 aspect ratio enables borderless, full-screen HD video display for your movies and games.
  • 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angles: Let you clearly see the screen from multiple vantage points.
  • HDMI, dual-link DVI-D, DisplayPort 1.2 and VGA inputs: Enable you to connect both digital and analog devices.
  • Splendid video intelligence technology: Offers video preset and 4 color temperature selection modes and auto, brightness and volume adjustments for customized entertainment.
  • Adjustable height: Along with +20° to -5° tilt, swivel and pivot options for ideal positioning.
  • Wall-mountable design: With optional mounting kit (not included). A slim 2.7" profile without the base makes the monitor ideal for placement on most walls. VESA 100mm x 100mm compliant.
  • Two 3W built-in speakers: For enhanced audio.
  • PC and Mac compatible: For use with your existing computer.
Whats Included
  • Asus 27" Widescreen Flat-Panel IPS LED HD Monitor
  • Dual-link DVI cable, VGA cable, audio cable, DisplayPort cable, HDMI cable, power cord
  • Owner's manual

Q: Can i connect an xbox 360 to it?

A: yes you can connect an Xbox to it

Q: Would it work with my MacBook Pro?

A: This should work fine with Mac computers as long as your laptop support either DVI, VGA or HDMI connectors and it supports the monitor's native/max. resolution: 2560 x 1440 (in DVI or HDMI) or 1920 x 1080 (in VGA).

Q: Is this an ideal monitor for gaming?

A: No you would go with another monitor with a faster response time

Q: does it use PWM?

A: undefined

Q: Will this work at max resolution with a late-2013 Macbook Pro 15 Retina?

A: This monitor comes with Signal Input : HDMI 1.4, D-Sub, DisplayPort 1.2, Dual-link DVI-D PC http://www.asus.com/us/Commercial_Monitors_Projectors/PB278Q/specifications/

Q: Whats the HZ of this monitor?

A: 60Hz (59.88Hz via DisplayPort)