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Apple Pro Display XDR vs ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV

Product A: Apple

Pro Display XDR

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Product B: ASUS

ProArt Display PA279CRV

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90 of 164 fields differ

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  • 31 different values
  • 59 known for one only
  • 25 the same
  • 49 missing for both

Biggest differences

Each bar uses the scale of all 179 monitors.

  1. Peak brightness (HDR)A: 1,600nitsB: 400nitsApple is 4 times higher.
  2. Brightness (typical, SDR)A: 500nitsB: 350nitsApple is 150 nits higher.
  3. Power use (typical)Lower is betterA: 37.3WB: 26.14WASUS is 11.16 W lower.
  4. Pixel densityA: 215.7ppiB: 163.2ppiApple is 52.5 ppi 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
3840 × 2160Native for B
ANot listed
B60Hz

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
B4.07kg

All 172 fields

Every value links to where we found it.

AApple Pro Display XDR
BASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV

General

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Series
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ProArt Display2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026
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.
PA279CRV3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual covers the PA279CRV Series.
GTIN / EAN
Not available
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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.
4 January 20235Press releasepress.asus.com/news/press-releases/asus-ces-2023-eventRead 10 October 2026ASUS press release dated January 4, 2023 reveals the PA279CRV during its CES 2023 virtual launch event.6Press articletftcentral.co.uk/news/asus-proart-pa32dcm-31-5-4k-oled-and-pa279crv-27-4k-ips-for-professional-usersRead 10 October 2026Article dated January 4, 2023 says ASUS announced the PA279CRV for CES 2023 that day.
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.
Available4Press releasepress.asus.com/news/press-releases/asus-announces-april-availability-of-proart-display-pa-329-crv-pa-279-crv-pa-248-crvRead 10 October 2026The ASUS US product page lists the model and its support downloads.
Predecessor
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Markets
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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/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications summary: 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-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026ASUS presents it for video editors, colorists, designers and photographers in the ProArt Creator line.

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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Viewable screen diagonal
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Native resolution
6016 × 3384px1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: Resolution 6016 by 3384 pixels at 218 pixels per inch.
3840 × 2160px1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Pixel density
215.7ppi
163.2ppi
Pixel pitch
Not available
0.1554mm3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 20260.1554 mm x 0.1554 mm.
Active display area
Not available
Width596.73Height335.66mm(23.5 × 13.2 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Curved
Not available
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Curvature radius
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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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Touchscreen
Not available
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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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
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.
Edge-lit LED7Measurementdisplayninja.com/asus-pa279crv-reviewRead 10 October 2026The spec table lists local dimming as 8-zone edge-lit.
Local dimming
Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Technology: 576 full array local dimming zones.
Yes7Measurementdisplayninja.com/asus-pa279crv-reviewRead 10 October 2026The review's spec table lists local dimming. The RTINGS review also describes a local dimming feature.9Reviewrtings.com/monitor/reviews/asus/proart-display-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026Public review text describes a local dimming feature with blooming. Tested configuration is the 27-inch model.
Dimming zones
5761Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Technology: 576 full array local dimming zones.
87Measurementdisplayninja.com/asus-pa279crv-reviewRead 10 October 2026Spec table: 8-zone edge-lit. Only this source gives a zone count.
Panel maker
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Panel part number
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Panel generation
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Subpixel layout
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Colour depth
10bits1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: 10-bit depth for 1.073 billion colors.
10bits1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
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.
FRC7Measurementdisplayninja.com/asus-pa279crv-reviewRead 10 October 2026The review states 10-bit colour depth as 8-bit + 2-bit FRC.8Reviewpcmonitors.info/reviews/asus-proart-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026Review lists 10-bit (8-bit + FRC) colour support.
Displayable colours
1.07 billion1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Display: 1.073 billion colors, written as 1.07 billion.
1.07 billion1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Published as 1073.7M (10 bit).
sRGB coverage
Not available
100%1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Published as Color Space (sRGB) 100%. The CIE basis and whether this is coverage or volume are not stated.
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.
99%1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Published as Color Space (DCI-P3) 99%. The CIE basis is not stated.
Adobe RGB coverage
Not available
99%1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Published as Color Space (Adobe RGB) 99%. The CIE basis is not stated.
Rec. 2020 coverage
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NTSC coverage
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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-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026Each unit is factory pre-calibrated and Calman Verified.
Claimed Delta E
Not available
21Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Published as color accuracy Delta E < 2. The colour space and whether it is an average or maximum are not stated.
Paper calibration report in box
Not available
Yes2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026The spec page lists a Color pre-calibration report as an accessory.
Hardware calibration support
Not available
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Static contrast ratio
Not available
1,000:11Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Contrast ratio (typ.) 1000:1. A separate Contrast Ratio (Max) of 3000:1 is 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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Brightness (typ.) 350 cd/m2. The manual labels it SDR.
Brightness (maker minimum)
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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.
400nits1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Brightness (HDR, peak) 400 cd/m2. Window size is not stated.
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.
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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.
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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.
HDR101Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
HDR certification
Not available
DisplayHDR 4001Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026The certificate list names VESA DisplayHDR 400.2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026Page text says HDR10 and VESA DisplayHDR 400 compatibility.
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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026

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 PA279CRV
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionHDMI 2.0DisplayPort 1.4USB-C
3840 × 2160Native60Hz60Hz60Hz
Source3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026The supported-modes table lists 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz. The spec page gives 60 Hz as the maximum refresh rate. Bit depth, chroma and per-port limits are not published.
Max refresh rate
60Hz
60Hz
Max refresh rate at native resolution
60Hz
60Hz
Max refresh rate over DisplayPort
Not available
60Hz
Max refresh rate over HDMI
Not available
60Hz
Max refresh rate over USB-C
60Hz
60Hz
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.
60Hz1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Overclocked refresh rate
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Dual mode
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Minimum fixed refresh rate
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Adaptive sync technologies
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Adaptive-Sync1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026VRR Technology: Yes (Adaptive-Sync). The certificate list also names VESA MediaSync Display, which is not an adaptive-sync option.
VRR range per port
AApple Pro Display XDR
Not available
BASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV
Min (Hz)Max (Hz)
4860
Source3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026MediaSync can only be activated within 48Hz ~ 60Hz. The manual does not state the input.
Low framerate compensation
Not available
Not available
Response time (maker GtG claim)
Not available
5ms1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Published as 5 ms (GTG) with no overdrive condition.
Response time (maker MPRT claim)
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Overdrive settings
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Motion blur reduction
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Blur-reduction technology
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Blur reduction works with VRR
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Flicker-free (claimed)
Not available
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Black frame insertion
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Measured

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Input lag at maximum refresh rate
Not available
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Input lag at 60 Hz
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Average response time (measured)
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Overshoot (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
Not available
977:17Measurementdisplayninja.com/asus-pa279crv-reviewRead 10 October 2026Native preset, 977:1 at the maximum brightness setting. Datacolor SpyderX Pro with DisplayCAL and HCFR, after warm-up, with eco features and local dimming disabled.
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.
380nits7Measurementdisplayninja.com/asus-pa279crv-reviewRead 10 October 2026Native preset maximum brightness 380 nits, same instrument and conditions. Window size is not stated.
HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
Not available
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PWM flicker frequency (measured)
Not available
Not available
VRR range (measured)
Not available
Not available
Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
Not available
0.87Measurementdisplayninja.com/asus-pa279crv-reviewRead 10 October 2026sRGB preset average Delta E 0.8 against sRGB, before calibration, same instrument and software. The Delta E formula is not stated. The default Native preset averages 1.42 and its maximum is 4.49 against DCI-P3.
Gray uniformity (measured)
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Reflections (measured)
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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 PA279CRV
TypeVersionCountHDCP
DisplayPort1.412.2
HDMI2.022.2
USB-CNot available12.2
Source3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Digital input: DisplayPort v1.4, HDMI 2.0 x 2 and DisplayPort over USB Type-C. The Daisy-Chain DisplayPort output is not an input. HDCP 2.2 from the spec page.
HDMI ports
0
2
DisplayPort ports
0
1
Highest HDMI version
Not available
2.0
Highest DisplayPort version
Not available
1.4
HDMI features
Not available
Not available
USB-C video (DP Alt Mode)
Not available
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Spec page lists USB-C x 1 (DP Alt Mode).
USB-C power delivered
96W1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Connections: 96W host charging on the Thunderbolt 3 upstream port.
96W1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
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 PA279CRV
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-C3.2 Gen 11
Source3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port with DP Alt mode is the host connection. No separate USB-B upstream port is listed.
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 PA279CRV
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-A3.2 Gen 13
USB-C3.2 Gen 11
Source3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026One USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C and three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A hub ports.
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.
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026DisplayPort 1.4 x 2 (Daisy Chain). The manual states it needs an MST source.
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/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026The back-view port list has no Ethernet port.
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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 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/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Audio input: No. The listed ports have no microphone jack.
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/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026The back-view port list has no optical out.
Picture in picture
Not available
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Picture by picture
Not available
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026

Smart features

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Smart platform
Not available
Not available
Wi-Fi
Not available
Not available
Bluetooth
Not available
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Remote control
Not available
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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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Number of speakers
Not available
21Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Speaker power per channel
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2W1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
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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130mm1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Height adjustment 0~130 mm.
Tilt
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Forward5°Backward23°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Tilt +23 to -5 degrees.
Swivel
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Left30°Right30°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Pivot
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Counterclockwise90°Clockwise90°1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Removable stand
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Yes2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026Quick-release stand.
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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
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.
No2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026The VESA wall mount is integrated. The quick-release stand is detached without an adapter.
Security lock slot
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Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 20263Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Kensington lock slot: 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.
Joystick, Buttons, Software3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026A Menu 5-way button, QuickFit Plus, Signal, Shortcut 1, Shortcut 2 and Exit buttons. ASUS DisplayWidget Center also adjusts brightness, contrast and colour temperature from the computer (ASUS overview page).
Desktop software
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ASUS DisplayWidget Center2Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crvRead 10 October 2026ASUS DisplayWidget Center for Windows and macOS.
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.
Yes3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026ASUS publishes a PA279CRV firmware one-key update procedure.
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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Width612.22Height (lowest)408.11Height (highest)538.11Depth215mm(24.1 × 16.1 to 21.2 × 8.5 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Website lists 61.22 x 53.81 x 21.50 cm at the highest position. The manual gives mm with the lowest position and is used here.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026612.22 mm wide, 538.11 mm high (highest), 408.11 mm high (lowest), 215.00 mm deep.
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.
Width612.22Height362.89Depth44.1mm(24.1 × 14.3 × 1.7 in)3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026612.22 x 362.89 x 44.1 mm.
Stand footprint
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Weight with stand
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5.78kg(12.7 lb)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Net weight 5.78 kg. ASUS notes weights vary by region.
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.
4.07kg(9 lb)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Net weight without stand 4.07 kg.
Box dimensions
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Width691Height427Depth138mm(27.2 × 16.8 × 5.4 in)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Box 69.10 x 42.70 x 13.80 cm. The manual lists 691 x 427 x 138 mm.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026691mm x 427mm x 138mm (package).
Box weight
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8.69kg(19.2 lb)1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Gross weight 8.69 kg.

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/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026AC input voltage 100-240V with a power cord and no external adapter.
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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 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.
26.14W1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Power consumption 26.14 W. The manual says it is the on-mode power as defined in ENERGY STAR 8.0.
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.
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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.
0.5W1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Power saving mode < 0.5 W. Stored as 0.5 W.3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Power Standby: <= 0.5 W.
Off-mode power
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0.3W3Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026DC Power Off: <= 0.3 W. AC Switch Off is 0 W.
EU energy class SDR
G7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_292103_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Row 3 class G.
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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.
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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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Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution), Flicker-free1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Certificate list: TUV Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) and TUV Flicker-free.
Low blue light
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Hardware1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 20263Owner's manualdlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/LCD%20Monitors/PA279CRV/PA279CRV_UG_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manual states Hardware Low Blue Light compliance with TUV Rheinland at the default Standard preset.
ENERGY STAR
Yes1Maker product pagesupport.apple.com/en-us/111892Read 10 October 2026Environment: Meets ENERGY STAR requirements.
Yes1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
TCO Certified
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TCO Certified1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Certificate list names TCO Certified without a generation.
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.
Gold1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Certificate list names EPEAT Gold.
Colour certifications
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Calman Verified1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026
Other certifications
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VESA MediaSync Display1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026

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.
Monitor, Quick release stand, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Power cord, HDMI cable, DisplayPort cable, USB-C cable, Color pre-calibration report, Welcome card1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Contents vary by region. The manual lists HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C cables as optional.
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 PA279CRV
Type
Power cord
HDMI cable
DisplayPort cable
USB-C cable
Source1Maker product pageasus.com/us/displays-desktops/monitors/proart/proart-display-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026Cables listed on the spec page. Counts and regional bundles are not stated.

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.
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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-pa279crv/techspecRead 10 October 2026LCD ZBD Warranty: Yes (3 yr). Market scope is not stated.

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