If you are focused on digital photo editing, the Asus PA279CRV is better suited for this task due to its wider color gamut coverage, but it's not suitable for HDR video editing or HDR gaming. The Asus PA279CV, while also good for photo editing and general productivity, slightly lags in color performance compared to the CRV model. Both monitors offer good text quality and image clarity, making them suitable for everyday tasks and casual gaming, although neither is ideal for competitive gaming due to their limited refresh rates and higher response times, which could lead to ghosting. Choose the CRV for slightly better color accuracy in photo work, or the CV for a balance of productivity and some media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA279CRV (IPS)
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Asus PA279CV (IPS).
Advantages of the Asus PA279CV (IPS)
The Asus PA279CV (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Asus PA279CRV (IPS).
Key differences
Cost
$449
$349
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The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) has a price of $449 and the Asus PA279CV (IPS) costs $349.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
5.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
920:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
376 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
80.6 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
Competitive Gaming
4.9/10
4.9/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
17.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
17.0 ms
48 - 60 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 60 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
376 nits
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming.
Productivity
7.9/10
7.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
163 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
163 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are both good for productivity.
Media Consumption
6.6/10
6.6/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
920:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
920:1
376 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
376 nits
436 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
436 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are both only fair for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and Asus PA279CV (IPS) are suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Asus PA279CRV (IPS) and the Asus PA279CV (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The ASUS PA279CRV is an excellent value 4K IPS monitor for color-critical work involving sRGB, Rec.709, DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB color spaces. On top of that, it features rich connectivity options, a robust design and plenty of additional features."
"Asus’ ProArt PA279CV is a sensible choice for content creators who want a color accurate 4K monitor but don’t want to clean out their savings account. It edges out alternatives like the BenQ PD2720U and Dell S2722QC in brightness and contrast without giving up ground on connectivity or menu options."
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