If you're focused on digital photo editing and need a larger, sharper screen, the Asus PA329CV with its higher resolution and larger display is better suited for those tasks. However, if you prioritize gaming, especially competitive gaming, and want a monitor with a higher refresh rate for smoother gameplay, the KTC H27T22 will serve you better and save you money. For general productivity and everyday use, the Asus offers a larger screen which might be preferable. Neither monitor is ideal for HDR gaming or HDR video editing, so if those are key interests, you may want to consider other options. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Asus PA329CV (IPS)
Good for productivity
Advantages of the KTC H27T22 (IPS)
Good refresh rate
Good response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
3.8/10
5.8/10
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
15.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
N/A
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) and Asus PA329CV (IPS) are both poor for competitive gaming, though the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is somewhat better.
Productivity
7.7/10
6.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
137 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA329CV (IPS) is good for productivity, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.5/10
5.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Asus PA329CV (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$529
$210
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Asus PA329CV (IPS) has a price of $529 and the KTC H27T22 (IPS) costs $210.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.8/10
5.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
350 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
80.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.6 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The KTC H27T22 (IPS) and Asus PA329CV (IPS) are both poor for casual gaming.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Asus PA329CV (IPS) and KTC H27T22 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Asus PA329CV (IPS) and KTC H27T22 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Asus PA329CV (IPS) and KTC H27T22 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Asus PA329CV (IPS) and KTC H27T22 (IPS) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Asus PA329CV (IPS) and the KTC H27T22 (IPS) compare to other monitors
"The KTC H27T22 is an excellent gaming monitor for the money thanks to its fully adjsutable stand, plethora of features and 1440p IPS panel with a wide color gamut, high peak brightness, quick response time and smooth VRR performance."
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