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BenQ PD2725U — 27″ · 4K Thunderbolt 3
BenQ

BenQ PD2725U

27″ · 4K Thunderbolt 3

86
/ 100
From $999
VS
BenQ SW272U wins by 2
BenQ SW272U — 27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz
BenQ

BenQ SW272U

27″ · 4K IPS AdobeRGB · 60Hz

88
/ 100
From $1,199
Specdex verdict

BenQ SW272U takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, BenQ PD2725U lands at 86 and BenQ SW272U at 88. That puts BenQ SW272U ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick BenQ PD2725U if…

  • ✓Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • ✓Modern connectivity
  • ✓Mature firmware

Pick BenQ SW272U if…

  • ✓Current panel tech
  • ✓Strong factory calibration
  • ✓Modern connectivity
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

BenQ PD2725U

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

BenQ PD2725U more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,199).

BenQ PD2725U 86
vs
88 BenQ SW272U

Score breakdown

BenQ PD2725U
86
color 86
motion 72
hdr 62
features 84
BenQ SW272U
88
color 88
motion 72
hdr 62
features 86

Specs side-by-side

BenQ PD2725U versus BenQ SW272U — full spec comparison
Spec BenQ PD2725U BenQ SW272U
Panel
4K Thunderbolt 3
4K IPS AdobeRGB
Size
27"
27"
Release year
2021
2024
Refresh
—
60Hz

BenQ PD2725U

Pros
  • +Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • +Modern connectivity
  • +Mature firmware
Cons
  • −Stand ergonomics vary
  • −HDR on IPS limited
  • −OLED burn-in risk

BenQ SW272U

Pros
  • +Current panel tech
  • +Strong factory calibration
  • +Modern connectivity
Cons
  • −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
  • −HDR varies by model
  • −OLED burn-in risk

FAQ: BenQ PD2725U vs BenQ SW272U

Which is better, BenQ PD2725U or BenQ SW272U? +

BenQ SW272U scores 88 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is BenQ PD2725U worth the price? +

At $999, BenQ PD2725U delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in color.

Is BenQ SW272U worth the price? +

At $1,199, BenQ SW272U delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in color.

Does BenQ PD2725U or BenQ SW272U last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, BenQ PD2725U or BenQ SW272U? +

BenQ PD2725U — more score per dollar ($999 vs $1,199). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.