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Apple Pro Display XDR vs ASUS ProArt Display PA278QV

Product A: Apple

Pro Display XDR

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ProArt Display PA278QV

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  • 35 different values
  • 69 known for one only
  • 16 the same
  • 44 missing for both

Biggest differences

Each bar uses the scale of all 179 monitors.

  1. Power use SDR (EU label)Lower is betterA: 48.8WB: 21.6WASUS is 27.2 W lower.
  2. Pixel densityA: 215.7ppiB: 108.8ppiApple is 106.9 ppi higher.
  3. Power use (typical)Lower is betterA: 37.3WB: 20.3WASUS is 17 W lower.
  4. Brightness (typical, SDR)A: 500nitsB: 350nitsApple is 150 nits higher.
  5. Refresh rateA: 60HzB: 75HzASUS is 15 Hz higher.

Refresh rate per resolution

The best rate over any port. Bars run from 0 to 1200 Hz.

6016 × 3384Native for A
A60Hz
BNot listed
2560 × 1440Native for B
ANot listed
B75Hz

Size, drawn to scale

Front and side. Solid lines show the stand at its lowest. Dashed lines show it at its highest.

Weight

0 to 15 kg

Weight without stand
A7.48kg
B4.7kg

All 172 fields

Every value links to where we found it.

AApple Pro Display XDR
BASUS ProArt Display PA278QV

General

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Series
Not available
ProArt Display2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Listed under ProArt in the Displays / Desktops, Monitors menu.
Model numbers
A19997EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_292103_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Model identifier A1999, also printed on the EU energy label.
PA278QV, 90LM05L1-B033703Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The guide covers PA278QV and PA278QEV. Only PA278QV is stored.
GTIN / EAN
Not available
19287657526011Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B088BC5HMMRead 15 October 2026Amazon US page, ASIN B088BC5HMM: Model Number PA278QV, UPC 192876575260. Compsource lists the same UPC. Distributor sheets list other EAN codes for the 90LM05L1 regional codes, so only the US code is stored.
Announced
3 June 20194Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2019/06/apple-unveils-powerful-all-new-mac-pro-and-groundbreaking-pro-display-xdrRead 10 October 2026Press release dated June 3, 2019.
27 May 20208Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2020/05/27/asus-anuncia-los-monitores-proart-pa248qv-y-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Article dated 2020-05-27 announces the PA248QV and PA278QV for Spain.
Status
Discontinued5Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/03/apple-unveils-new-studio-display-and-all-new-studio-display-xdrRead 10 October 2026Press release: Studio Display XDR replaces Pro Display XDR.
Available11Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B088BC5HMMRead 15 October 2026The Amazon US listing sells the monitor new. EPREL shows an expected end of placing on the market in 2027-12.
Predecessor
Not available
Not available
Successor
Apple Studio Display XDR5Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2026/03/apple-unveils-new-studio-display-and-all-new-studio-display-xdrRead 10 October 2026Press release: Studio Display XDR replaces Pro Display XDR.15Press article9to5mac.com/2026/03/03/apple-launches-new-generation-of-studio-displayRead 23 October 20269to5Mac says the Studio Display XDR is the successor to the Pro Display XDR.
Not available
Launch price (US)
$4,9994Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2019/06/apple-unveils-powerful-all-new-mac-pro-and-groundbreaking-pro-display-xdrRead 10 October 2026Pro Display XDR starts at $4,999 for the standard glass model. The nano-texture glass model is $1,000 more and is not stored. The Pro Stand and VESA Mount Adapter are sold separately.
$299.9910Press articleaphnetworks.com/news/22457-asus-proart-display-pa248qv-and-pa278qv-now-availableRead 15 October 2026ASUS US release reposted by APH Networks, 2020-06-19: purchase today for 299.99 USD at Amazon, ASUS Official Store, B&H, Micro Center and Newegg. The lead sentence of the same release says 299 USD. Excludes sales tax.
Launch price (EU)
€5,49913Press articleiphonesoft.fr/2019/12/10/ecran-pro-display-xdr-5-499-options-follesRead 10 October 2026French launch report dated 10 December 2019: Pro Display XDR sold at 5,499 euro in the standard glass version (nano-texture 6,499 euro, Pro Stand 1,099 euro sold separately). Consumer price in France, VAT treatment not stated in the text. Apple's own launch release gave US prices only.
€3799Press articlecomputerbase.de/2020-06/asus-proart-monitore-pa248qv-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026ComputerBase, 2020-06-04: unverbindliche Preisempfehlung 379 Euro for the PA278QV, a German recommended price including VAT. The Spanish launch article also gives 379 EUR.
Markets
Not available
US, EU8Press articleprofesionalreview.com/2020/05/27/asus-anuncia-los-monitores-proart-pa248qv-y-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Spain and Germany from the launch articles. EPREL lists the model in the EU and EEA countries. US from the launch release.
Colours
Silver11Press articlemacworld.com/article/626678/apple-studio-display-specs-processor-ports.htmlRead 10 October 2026Macworld spec FAQ for Pro Display XDR: case color Silver, case material aluminum. Nano-texture glass is a separate option.
Black3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications summary p 3-10: Colors Black.
Segment
Creator4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2019/06/apple-unveils-powerful-all-new-mac-pro-and-groundbreaking-pro-display-xdrRead 10 October 2026Press release positions Pro Display XDR as a pro display for video and photo editing, 3D animation and color grading, the maker's pro creator line.
Creator2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Designed for creative professionals, from photo and video editing to graphic design.

Display

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Screen size
32in(81.3 cm)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: 32-inch (diagonal) IPS LCD display.
27in(68.6 cm)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Panel Size (inch) 27.
Viewable screen diagonal
Not available
Not available
Native resolution
6016 × 3384px1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: Resolution 6016 by 3384 pixels at 218 pixels per inch.
2560 × 1440px1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Resolution 2560x1440.
Aspect ratio
16:91Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: Aspect ratio 16:9.
16:91Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Aspect Ratio 16:9.
Pixel density
215.7ppi
108.8ppi
Pixel pitch
Not available
0.2331mm3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: 0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm. The page rounds it to 0.233 mm.
Active display area
Not available
Width596.74Height335.66mm(23.5 × 13.2 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Viewing Area (H x V) 596.74 x 335.66 mm.
Curved
Not available
No6Spec databaseshop.aodatacloud.es/wp-content/uploads/datasheet_90LM05L1-B03370.pdfRead 15 October 2026Distributor product sheet for code 90LM05L1-B03370, publication date 23-JUL-2025: Forma de la pantalla Plana (flat). The sheet is a copy of maker data, not an ASUS document.
Curvature radius
Not available
Not available
Screen surface
Glossy6Reviewifixit.com/Device/Apple_Pro_Display_XDRRead 10 October 2026iFixit device page: standard (glossy) and nano-texture (matte) finishes. The standard glass model is stored.
Matte1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Surface: Anti-Glare. The Amazon US listing also says Matte.
Anti-reflection coating
Anti-reflective coating on fully laminated glass4Press releaseapple.com/newsroom/2019/06/apple-unveils-powerful-all-new-mac-pro-and-groundbreaking-pro-display-xdrRead 10 October 2026Press release: industry-leading anti-reflective coating. The tech spec page adds fully laminated glass with 1.65 percent typical reflectivity.
Anti-Glare1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Surface, verbatim.
Touchscreen
Not available
No6Spec databaseshop.aodatacloud.es/wp-content/uploads/datasheet_90LM05L1-B03370.pdfRead 15 October 2026Same sheet: Pantalla tactil: no.

Panel

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Panel type
IPS1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: IPS LCD display with oxide TFT technology.
IPS1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Panel Type: IPS.
Panel type (as published)
IPS LCD with oxide TFT technology1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: verbatim IPS LCD display with oxide TFT technology.
IPS1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Panel Type, verbatim.
Backlight
Direct-lit LED1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Technology: 2D backlighting system using 576 full array local dimming zones. The launch press release calls it a direct backlighting system with a large array of LEDs.
Not available
Local dimming
Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Technology: 576 full array local dimming zones.
Not available
Dimming zones
5761Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Technology: 576 full array local dimming zones.
Not available
Panel maker
Not available
Innolux7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review of 2020-11-02: panel Innolux M270KCJ-L5B (AAS IPS). Not confirmed by ASUS or a teardown. Panels can change between production runs.
Panel part number
Not available
M270KCJ-L5B7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Innolux M270KCJ-L5B, as above.
Panel generation
Not available
Not available
Subpixel layout
Not available
RGB stripe7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review: standard RGB stripe, with no text fringing concerns.
Colour depth
10bits1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: 10-bit depth for 1.073 billion colors.
8bits1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Colors 16.7M, which is 8 bits per channel. The review confirms true 8-bit.
Colour depth method
Native3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/pro-display-xdr/connect-pro-display-xdr-apdffb1a5d7d/2025/mac/26Read 10 October 2026Introduction: true 10-bit color depth. No FRC is mentioned.
Native7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review spec list: 16.7 million colours, 8 bits per subpixel without dithering (true 8-bit).
Displayable colours
1.07 billion1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: 1.073 billion colors, written as 1.07 billion.
16.7 million1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Display Colors 16.7M.
sRGB coverage
Not available
100%1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Color Space (sRGB) 100%. The page also says 100% Rec. 709. Coverage or volume and the CIE basis are not stated. The reviewer measured 99% sRGB with adjusted settings.
DCI-P3 coverage
99%9Maker spec sheet (PDF)apple.com/pro-display-xdr/pdf/Pro_Display_White_Paper_Feb_2020.pdfRead 10 October 2026LCD panel section: supporting 99 percent of the P3 wide color gamut. Apple does not say whether this is DCI-P3 or Display P3, or coverage or volume. The P3 primaries are the same for both.
Not available
Adobe RGB coverage
Not available
Not available
Rec. 2020 coverage
Not available
Not available
NTSC coverage
Not available
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Factory calibrated
Yes3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/pro-display-xdr/connect-pro-display-xdr-apdffb1a5d7d/2025/mac/26Read 10 October 2026Note: Pro Display XDR undergoes a factory display calibration process on the assembly line to ensure accuracy of the P3 wide color panel and the individual backlight LEDs.
Yes2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Factory calibrated and Calman Verified.
Claimed Delta E
Not available
22Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Published as Delta E < 2. The colour space and whether it is an average or maximum are not stated. The German tab says Color Accuracy dE <= 2. Bound stored as 2.
Paper calibration report in box
Not available
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Accessories (varies by region) list a Color pre-calibration report. The manual says Color calibration testing report.
Hardware calibration support
Not available
Not available
Static contrast ratio
Not available
1,000:11Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Contrast Ratio (Typ.) 1000:1. The manual's 100,000,000:1 with ASCR on is dynamic and not stored.
Brightness (typical, SDR)
500nits1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: SDR brightness 500 nits.
350nits1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Brightness (Typ.) 350 cd/m2. Window and mode are not stated. The manual says the same.
Brightness (maker minimum)
Not available
Not available
Peak brightness (HDR)
1,600nits1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: 1600 nits peak, HDR content only. Footnote says in temperatures less than 25 C. No window size is published.
Not available
HDR peak test window
39%9Maker spec sheet (PDF)apple.com/pro-display-xdr/pdf/Pro_Display_White_Paper_Feb_2020.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technology overview, LED backlighting: 1600 nits for highlights in up to 39 percent of the screen area when the rest of the image is black or at up to 500 nits. The reference mode table repeats 1600 nits peak with 39% screen coverage.
Not available
Full-screen brightness
1,000nits1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: XDR brightness 1000 nits sustained full-screen, HDR content. The launch press release says it holds this indefinitely.
Not available
HDR formats
HDR10, Dolby Vision, HLG1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Software Features: Dolby Vision, HDR10 and Hybrid-Log Gamma (HLG) playback support, macOS Catalina 10.15.2 or later.
Not available
HDR certification
Not available
None4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_384209_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Energy class and on-mode power for HDR are n.a., so HDR is not implemented. ASUS lists no HDR format or DisplayHDR level. Stored as none.
Viewing angle (horizontal)
178°1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: 89 degrees left and 89 degrees right. Stored as the 178 degree total.
178°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Viewing Angle (CR>=10, H/V) 178/178.
Viewing angle (vertical)
178°1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: 89 degrees up and 89 degrees down. Stored as the 178 degree total.
178°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Viewing Angle (CR>=10, H/V) 178/178.

Refresh rate and motion

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Refresh rate per resolution and port
AApple Pro Display XDR
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionThunderbolt 3
6016 × 3384Native60Hz
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Refresh Rates list 47.95, 48, 50, 59.94 and 60 Hz. 60 Hz is the highest. Resolution is the native 6K. Bit depth, chroma and DSC are not published.
BASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionPort not listed
2560 × 1440Native75Hz
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Refresh Rate (Max) 75Hz at the 2560x1440 native resolution. The manual's supported-mode list has 2560x1440 at 74.924 Hz. The page does not say which input carries 75 Hz, so no input is stored. Bit depth and chroma are not stated.
Max refresh rate
60Hz
75Hz
Max refresh rate at native resolution
60Hz
75Hz
Max refresh rate over DisplayPort
Not available
Not available
Max refresh rate over HDMI
Not available
Not available
Max refresh rate over USB-C
60Hz
Not available
Max refresh rate at 10-bit
Not available
Not available
Native refresh rate
60Hz1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Refresh Rates list tops out at 60.00 Hz.
75Hz1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Refresh Rate (Max) 75Hz, with a digital signal frequency of 46~75 Hz (V).
Overclocked refresh rate
Not available
Not available
Dual mode
Not available
Not available
Minimum fixed refresh rate
Not available
Not available
Adaptive sync technologies
Not available
Adaptive-Sync1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026VRR Technology: Yes (Adaptive-Sync). ASUS does not claim FreeSync or G-SYNC Compatible. The reviewer found FreeSync and G-SYNC Compatible working, but Nvidia had not validated it.
VRR range per port
AApple Pro Display XDR
Not available
BASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
InputMin (Hz)Max (Hz)
DisplayPort4875
HDMI4875
Source2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Adaptive-Sync technology (48~75Hz). The manual says it works on DisplayPort and HDMI only, so both are stored.
Low framerate compensation
Not available
No7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review: FreeSync range 48-75 Hz, FreeSync deactivates below 48 FPS, and LFC is not supported.
Response time (maker GtG claim)
Not available
5ms1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Response Time 5ms (GTG). The manual says < 5 ms (grey to grey). The bound is kept as 5. Overdrive (Trace Free) level is not stated.
Response time (maker MPRT claim)
Not available
Not available
Overdrive settings
Not available
Not available
Motion blur reduction
Not available
Yes3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026OSD p 3-2: Rapid Rendering Mode simulates high refresh rate performance by generating different backlight frequencies. It works only at 75 Hz with Adaptive-Sync off. The review calls it a strobe backlight mode. The page lists Motion Sync: Yes.
Blur-reduction technology
Not available
Rapid Rendering3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026OSD p 3-2: Rapid Rendering Mode.
Blur reduction works with VRR
Not available
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026OSD p 3-2: to activate Rapid Rendering, turn off Adaptive-Sync.
Flicker-free (claimed)
Not available
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Flicker-free: Yes. Certificate list names TUV Flicker-free.
Black frame insertion
Not available
Not available

Measured

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Input lag at maximum refresh rate
Not available
5.12ms7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 20265.12 ms at 75 Hz (the highest rate), SMTT 2.0 with a camera and over 30 repeat readings, Windows 10, GTX 1080 Ti over DisplayPort. Adaptive-Sync was off, since the reviewer could not measure with it on. MonitorNerds says 8 ms with no method, which is not used.
Input lag at 60 Hz
Not available
6.73ms7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 20266.73 ms at 60 Hz, same method.
Average response time (measured)
Not available
Not available
Overshoot (measured)
Not available
Not available
Contrast ratio (measured)
Not available
990:17Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Average 990:1 with only brightness changed, measured with an X-Rite i1Display Pro after a 2 hour warm-up and no ICC profile. The peak was 1036:1 in the sRGB preset and 965:1 under the reviewer's test settings.
SDR brightness (measured)
499nits12Press article9to5mac.com/2020/02/04/apple-pro-display-xdr-reference-gradeRead 10 October 2026Relays the PCMag review. PCMag measured 499 nits in SDR (PCMag text: lowest SDR brightness of 499 nits, with 0.04 nit black). PCMag also measured 1,560.9 nits peak in HDR, not stored because the window size is not stated. Factory calibration, review dated February 2020.
431nits7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026431 cd/m2 white at 100% brightness, X-Rite i1Display Pro, Rapid Rendering off. Minimum 57 cd/m2 at 0%. Window size is not stated. MonitorNerds gives 435 cd/m2 without conditions.
HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
Not available
Not available
PWM flicker frequency (measured)
Not available
20kHz7Measurementpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-pa278qvRead 15 October 2026Review: the PA278QV uses PWM with a cycling frequency of about 20 kHz to reduce backlight brightness, which TUV Rheinland counts as flicker free. The review does not say how the figure was found.
VRR range (measured)
Not available
Not available
Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
Not available
Not available
Gray uniformity (measured)
Not available
Not available
Reflections (measured)
Not available
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Connectivity

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Video inputs
AApple Pro Display XDR
TypeVersionCount
Thunderbolt31
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections: one upstream port for Mac Pro or other Thunderbolt 3 host. This is the only video input.
BASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
TypeVersionCount
DisplayPort1.21
Mini DisplayPortNot available1
HDMI1.41
DVINot available1
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026DisplayPort 1.2 x 1, Mini DisplayPort x 1, HDMI (v1.4) x 1, Dual-Link DVI x 1. Mini DisplayPort and DVI versions are not stated. HDCP is listed as Yes without a version. Raw link bandwidth is not stated. PCMonitors lists two HDMI and two DVI ports, which conflicts with ASUS and the manual's rear view, and is not used.
HDMI ports
0
1
DisplayPort ports
0
2
Highest HDMI version
Not available
1.4
Highest DisplayPort version
Not available
1.2
HDMI features
Not available
Not available
USB-C video (DP Alt Mode)
Not available
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Back view p 1-4 is the complete port list: Kensington slot, power switch, AC-IN, DVI, HDMI, DisplayPort, Mini DisplayPort, audio-in, earphone jack, USB Type-B and USB Type-A. No USB-C.
USB-C power delivered
96W1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections: 96W host charging on the Thunderbolt 3 upstream port.
Not available
Thunderbolt
31Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections: Thunderbolt 3 upstream port.
Not available
USB upstream ports
AApple Pro Display XDR
Not available
BASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-B3.2 Gen 11
Source3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Back view p 1-4: USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B for the upstream cable.
USB downstream hub ports
AApple Pro Display XDR
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-C2.03
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections: three USB-C (USB 2) ports for charging or syncing.
BASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-A3.2 Gen 14
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026USB Hub: 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A. The manual adds one Type-B upstream port.
KVM switch
Not available
Not available
Daisy chain (MST)
No1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections list one Thunderbolt 3 upstream port and three USB-C USB 2 ports. No Thunderbolt downstream or video output port is listed.
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Specifications p 3-10: Digital Output No.
Ethernet
No1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections lists one Thunderbolt 3 upstream port and three USB-C ports. No Ethernet port is listed.
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The back view port list has no Ethernet socket.
3.5 mm headphone output
No1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections lists only the Thunderbolt 3 upstream port and three USB-C ports. No audio jack is listed.
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Earphone Jack: Yes.
3.5 mm microphone input
No1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections lists only the Thunderbolt 3 upstream port and three USB-C ports. No microphone jack is listed.
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Back view p 1-4: the audio-in port connects a PC audio source by the bundled audio cable, so it is a line input for the speakers. No microphone input.
Optical out
No1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections lists only the Thunderbolt 3 upstream port and three USB-C ports. No optical audio port is listed.
No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The back view port list has no optical output.
Picture in picture
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No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The OSD menus on pp 3-1 to 3-9 (ProArt Preset, Blue Light Filter, ProArt Palette, Image, Sound, Input Select, System Setup, Shortcut) have no PIP or PBP function.
Picture by picture
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No3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026The OSD menus on pp 3-1 to 3-9 have no PIP or PBP function.

Smart features

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Smart platform
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Wi-Fi
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Bluetooth
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Remote control
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Audio and camera

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Speakers
No11Press articlemacworld.com/article/626678/apple-studio-display-specs-processor-ports.htmlRead 10 October 2026Macworld spec FAQ for Pro Display XDR: speakers, microphone, camera: none.
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Yes (2Wx2).
Number of speakers
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21Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Yes (2Wx2).
Speaker power per channel
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2W1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 20262W x 2, so 2 W per speaker. The manual says 2 W x 2 Stereo, RMS.
Webcam
No11Press articlemacworld.com/article/626678/apple-studio-display-specs-processor-ports.htmlRead 10 October 2026Macworld spec FAQ for Pro Display XDR: speakers, microphone, camera: none.
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Microphone
No11Press articlemacworld.com/article/626678/apple-studio-display-specs-processor-ports.htmlRead 10 October 2026Macworld spec FAQ for Pro Display XDR: speakers, microphone, camera: none.
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Ergonomics and controls

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Stand height adjustment
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150mm1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Height Adjustment: 0~150mm.
Tilt
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Forward5°Backward35°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Tilt: Yes (+35 to -5 degrees). 5 degrees forward, 35 backward, as the manual shows.
Swivel
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Left90°Right90°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Swivel: Yes (+90 to -90 degrees).
Pivot
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Counterclockwise90°Clockwise90°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Pivot: Yes (+90 to -90 degrees).
Removable stand
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Yes3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Detaching the arm/base p 2-2: the detachable arm and base is designed for VESA wall mount.
VESA mount
100 x 1002Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/118469Read 10 October 2026Companion page, Pro Display XDR VESA Mount Adapter tech specs: compatible with 100 x 100 mm VESA stand or mount. The adapter is sold separately.
100 x 1001Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026VESA Wall Mounting: 100x100mm.
VESA adapter needed
Yes2Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/118469Read 10 October 2026The user guide shows only two ways to mount: the Pro Stand and the VESA Mount Adapter. A standard VESA bracket needs the adapter.
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Security lock slot
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Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Kensington Lock: Yes.
On-screen menu controls
Software1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Software Features: reference mode selection and brightness control are macOS features (Catalina 10.15.2 or later). The tech spec lists no physical menu controls.
Buttons3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Front view p 1-2: power, Menu, Close, QuickFit and two Shortcut buttons. No joystick.
Desktop software
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User firmware updates
Yes14Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/119926Read 10 October 2026Apple support article on Pro Display XDR firmware updates: the Mac downloads display firmware updates through macOS Software Update and installs them to the display, with firmware versions 2.2.2 to 4.2.37 listed.
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Ambient light sensor
Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Technology: True Tone with a dual ambient light sensor design.
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Presence sensor
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RGB lighting
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Gaming menu features
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OLED care

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OLED care
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Burn-in covered by warranty
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Burn-in warranty length
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Dimensions and weight

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Dimensions with stand
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Width615Height (lowest)382Height (highest)532Depth226mm(24.2 × 15 to 20.9 × 8.9 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 202661.50 x 53.20 x 22.60 cm at the highest position, and 615 x (382~532) x 226 mm. The manual gives the same in mm with highest and lowest positions.
Dimensions without stand
Width718Height412Depth27mm(28.3 × 16.2 × 1.1 in)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Size and Weight: width 28.3 in (71.8 cm), height 16.2 in (41.2 cm), depth 1.1 in (2.7 cm). Stored in mm. The Pro Stand and VESA Mount Adapter are sold separately, so no with-stand figures are stored.
Width615Height372Depth51mm(24.2 × 14.6 × 2 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Phys. Dimension without Stand 615 x 372 x 51 mm. The manual agrees.
Stand footprint
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Weight with stand
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6.9kg(15.2 lb)3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: Weight (Esti.) 6.9 kg (Net), 4.7 kg (without stand), 9.2 kg (Gross). The ASUS spec page says 7.56 and 4.83 kg, the ASUS launch release 7.72 kg and a distributor datasheet 7.72 and 4.96 kg. The manual is used, as the maker's manual wins over the page. The model covers regional builds, so the true figure may vary. Cables are not stated.
Weight without stand
7.48kg(16.5 lb)1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Size and Weight: 16.49 pounds (7.48 kg). Weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.
4.7kg(10.4 lb)3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: 4.7 kg without stand. See the weight_with_stand_kg note for the conflicting figures.
Box dimensions
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Box weight
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Power

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Power supply
Internal7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_292103_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Row 24 power supply type: Internal.
Internal3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: AC input voltage 100~240V, with a power cord and no external adapter. EPREL says Internal.
Adapter rating
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Input voltage
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Electrical and Operating Requirements: line voltage 100 to 240V AC, frequency 50Hz to 60Hz, single phase.
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Voltage 100-240V, 50/60Hz.
Power use (typical)
37.3W10Maker spec sheet (PDF)apple.com/environment/pdf/products/desktops/Pro_Display_XDR_PER_Dec2019.pdfRead 10 October 2026Power table, mode On, SDR brightness: 37.3 W at 115 V (37.4 W at 230 V). Brightness is set as defined by ENERGY STAR Program Requirements for Displays, auto-brightness off, no host charging. The On, XDR brightness row (105 W at 1000 nits sustained) is not stored.
20.3W3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: Power On < 20.3 W (Typ.), measured at a screen brightness of 200 nits without audio, USB or card reader. The bound is stored. The ASUS page says 12.5 W, EPREL 21.6 W and the launch release < 58.67 W, which conflict.
Power use (max)
290W9Maker spec sheet (PDF)apple.com/pro-display-xdr/pdf/Pro_Display_White_Paper_Feb_2020.pdfRead 10 October 2026Technical specifications footnote 5: maximum power with host and accessory charging in use is rated at 290 W. It includes 96 W host charging and the USB-C ports.
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Power use SDR (EU label)
48.8W7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_292103_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Row 4 on-mode power demand in SDR 48.8 W.
21.6W4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_384209_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026On mode power demand in SDR 21.6 W. A distributor datasheet shows 32.1 W and class G, which conflicts with the EPREL record and is not used.
Power use HDR (EU label)
54.2W7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_292103_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Row 6 on-mode power demand in HDR 54.2 W.
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Standby power
0.5W7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_292103_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Row 8 standby 0.5 W. Off mode is n.a.
0.5W3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026p 3-10: Standby < 0.5 W (Typ.). EPREL says 0.5 W. Bound stored.
Off-mode power
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0.3W4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_384209_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Off mode power demand 0.3 W. The manual and page say 0 W with the hard power switch off.
EU energy class SDR
G7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_292103_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Row 3 class G.
E4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_384209_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Energy Efficiency Class for SDR: E.
EU energy class HDR
G7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_292103_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Row 5 class G.
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Energy per 1000 h SDR
49kWh8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_292103.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed label value 49 kWh/1000h.
22kWh5EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_384209.svgRead 15 October 2026Energy label SDR 22 kWh/1000h, rounded from 21.6 W.
Energy per 1000 h HDR
54kWh8EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_292103.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed label value 54 kWh/1000h.
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Certifications

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VESA ClearMR
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VESA AdaptiveSync Display
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TÜV certifications
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TÜV Low Blue Light, TÜV Flicker-free1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Certificate list: TUV Low Blue Light and TUV Flicker-free.
Low blue light
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Software3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026OSD p 3-3: the Blue Light Filter has levels 0 to 4. Level 4 complies with TUV Low Blue Light certification. It is a selectable picture setting.
ENERGY STAR
Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Environment: Meets ENERGY STAR requirements.
Yes3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Notices p iv: ENERGY STAR complied product. The compliance list on p 3-11 names Energy Star. sRGB mode meets Energy Star requirements.
TCO Certified
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EPEAT
Gold10Maker spec sheet (PDF)apple.com/environment/pdf/products/desktops/Pro_Display_XDR_PER_Dec2019.pdfRead 10 October 2026Footnote 2: achieved a Gold rating for EPEAT in the United States and Canada. Registration varies by country.
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Colour certifications
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Calman Verified1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Certificate list: Calman Verified.
Other certifications
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Mac Compliance1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Certificate list: Mac Compliance.

In the box

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In the box
Pro Display XDR, Power cord (2 m), Apple Thunderbolt 3 Pro Cable (2 m), Polishing cloth1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026In the Box: Pro Display XDR, Power cord (2 m), Apple Thunderbolt 3 Pro Cable (2 m), Polishing cloth.
LCD monitor, Monitor base, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Power cord, HDMI cable, DisplayPort cable, DisplayPort cable (mini DP to DP), USB B to A cable, Audio cable, Color calibration testing report, ProArt welcome card3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA278QV/PA278QV_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Package contents p 1-1. HDMI, DisplayPort, mini DP to DP, USB B to A and audio cables are marked optional in the manual and are stored without the marker. The ASUS page says accessories vary by region.
Cables included
AApple Pro Display XDR
TypeCount
Power cord (2 m)1
Apple Thunderbolt 3 Pro Cable (2 m)1
Source1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026In the Box: the power cord and the Thunderbolt 3 Pro cable are one each.
BASUS ProArt Display PA278QV
Type
Power cord
HDMI cable
DisplayPort cable
DisplayPort-to-miniDP cable
USB Type-B to A cable
Audio cable
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026Accessories (varies by region): USB Type-B to A cable, power cord, HDMI cable, DisplayPort-to-miniDP cable, DisplayPort cable, audio cable. Counts and regional bundles are not stated. The manual marks all signal cables as optional.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
1year7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_292103_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Minimum duration of the general guarantee offered by the supplier: 1 year. EU market.
3years1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026LCD ZBD Warranty: Yes (3 yr). EPREL gives a minimum general guarantee of 3 years. Amazon US names 5 years with online registration, which is not the base term.
Dead pixel policy
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LCD zero bright dot (ZBD) warranty, 3 years1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa278qv/techspecRead 15 October 2026LCD ZBD Warranty: Yes (3 yr). Market scope is not stated.

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