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Is An ASUS ProArt Monitor Worth It?

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I'm currently thinking about upgrading my old TN monitor (samsung 932bw) to an IPS display. Reason being is that I love photography and I want a monitor that has accurate colors. I am no professional by any stretch of the imagination, but it is a hobby that I enjoy. I currently have two monitors connected to my PC that I have recalibrated, but whenever I drag an image in Lightroom from one monitor to the next, I see a noticeable difference in color and contrast. I do not know which one is the "correct" image, that being the one that most other users on flickr or facebook will see when I post my images.

 

I've heard that an IPS display has great color reproudction and sounds like it should be an awesome improvement over the monitors I'm using now. Heck, I can't even tell the difference between read & unread emails sometimes in gmail due to the wonky contrast. I have seen IPS monitors such as the ASUS VN284-H and Acer H236HLBID in the sub-$180 price range, but I have also seen a lot of users raving about the ASUS ProArt series. The one I was looking at was the PA248Q at around $300

 

Is the ProArt worth the extra $120 in your opinion? I game occasionally on games like Skyrim and BF4, but image quality is my primary concern over response times. I don't mind dropping the extra $120 so long as I'm getting my money's worth since I expect to not upgrade my monitor for at least another 4-5 years.

 

 

Thank you very much in advance for your time and help! :)

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Hey everyone,

 

I'm currently thinking about upgrading my old TN monitor (samsung 932bw) to an IPS display. Reason being is that I love photography and I want a monitor that has accurate colors. I am no professional by any stretch of the imagination, but it is a hobby that I enjoy. I currently have two monitors connected to my PC that I have recalibrated, but whenever I drag an image in Lightroom from one monitor to the next, I see a noticeable difference in color and contrast. I do not know which one is the "correct" image, that being the one that most other users on flickr or facebook will see when I post my images.

 

I've heard that an IPS display has great color reproudction and sounds like it should be an awesome improvement over the monitors I'm using now. Heck, I can't even tell the difference between read & unread emails sometimes in gmail due to the wonky contrast. I have seen IPS monitors such as the ASUS VN284-H and Acer H236HLBID in the sub-$180 price range, but I have also seen a lot of users raving about the ASUS ProArt series. The one I was looking at was the PA248Q at around $300

 

Is the ProArt worth the extra $120 in your opinion? I game occasionally on games like Skyrim and BF4, but image quality is my primary concern over response times. I don't mind dropping the extra $120 so long as I'm getting my money's worth since I expect to not upgrade my monitor for at least another 4-5 years.

 

 

Thank you very much in advance for your time and help! :)

If image quality, photography, editing, and proper (or best it can be) color reproduction is what you are aiming for, then that should answer your question.

So yes, I think the ProArt is a great choice and worth that amount of extra money spent.

 

However, I myself am not a photographer and don't do much editing & such, but I do know about the monitor and have seen it.. It's great. I've seen somebody in person test & approve the color reproduction, black levels, etc. That person happened to be a professional photographer and graphic editor.

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My guess is... no. I think the main parts of ProArt are the Pro and the Art, so if neither applies to you, it's probably not worth it.

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I would say only go for the ProArt series if its the 1440/1600p model the 1920x1200 does not really seem like a good deal.

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Yes! But the true "pro" models are currently the PA249Q and PA279Q.

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Thanks for your replies everyone.

 

I was searching around and also found the PB238Q on amazon for $220 and by the reviews I am seeing it looks like a pretty good option as well. Can anyone explain the difference between ASUS PA and PB besides the fact that one is proart and the other is probusiness?

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Thanks for your replies everyone.

 

I was searching around and also found the PB238Q on amazon for $220 and by the reviews I am seeing it looks like a pretty good option as well. Can anyone explain the difference between ASUS PA and PB besides the fact that one is proart and the other is probusiness?

ProArt is pre-calibrated.

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Thanks for your replies everyone.

 

I was searching around and also found the PB238Q on amazon for $220 and by the reviews I am seeing it looks like a pretty good option as well. Can anyone explain the difference between ASUS PA and PB besides the fact that one is proart and the other is probusiness?

One major downside to that one is that in sRGB mode you cant control brightness but since its not pre calibrated I guess its not too big of a deal. Th other thing about it is that its 16:9 vs the 248 which is 16:10. For many of us 16:10 is preferred especially for productivity stuff.

ProArt is pre-calibrated.

Also usually less features in the OSD and sometimes worse or less external features like stand, usb posts, and card reader.

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I find it odd that the PA248Q is an 8-bit panel. I thought all the Pro-Art line was 10-bit. 

 

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I find it odd that the PA248Q is an 8-bit panel. I thought all the Pro-Art line was 10-bit. 

 

Shows what I know.

The PA238Q was also 8bit Its a way to get you all the features and size without the considerable markup for 10bit. There is also the PB248Q but its available in NA. Many people in the EU opted for it since its nearly the since minus being pre calibrated.

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I run dual monitors and I own a PA248q, and my second monitor formerly my 37inch TV but was changed out when I reorganized my room.

 

When I replaced my old Acer TN panel with the ASUS monitor, I didn't immediately notice the difference. After rearranging my room recently, and making my old Acer monitor the secondary display, I definitely noticed how horrible the panel in the Acer was. The Acer panel has either an overly warm/yellow tinge on every other display setting, and horrible colour accuracy or overly blue when user adjusted/cool setting.

 

I'll note here that that the acer is 1920x1200 and is from 2006/7, probably an inaccurate panel to begin with. You probably will notice the difference once you have a new monitor and compare them side by side like I eventually did after getting used to the PA248q.

 

I miss my old 37 inch on my desk but there is so much more room for activities now!

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I find it odd that the PA248Q is an 8-bit panel. I thought all the Pro-Art line was 10-bit.

Shows what I know.

The PA238Q was also 8bit Its a way to get you all the features and size without the considerable markup for 10bit. There is also the PB248Q but its available in NA. Many people in the EU opted for it since its nearly the since minus being pre calibrated.

According to TFT Central the PA248Q is a 6bit panel with AFRC applied to make it seem like an 8-bit display (http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/content/asus_pa248qj.htm#intro). Personally I never notice the difference because AFRC is implemented pretty well these days and even a couple of years back. And also it seems to use an e-IPS panel unlike the PB248Q which I believe uses an AH-IPS panel, however in general I don't believe the difference is that noticeable. But one other thing to note is that the anti-glare coating, according to TFT Central, seems to be of the old grainy look variety vs the PB248Q which uses the newer less grainy lighter anti-glare coating. This does bother some users so it's a rather subjective issue. However if I were the OP I would still go with the PA248Q in spite of these differences.

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I personally would go with the ProArt monitor, I have one and use it for photo editing. I also use it as for gaming, and have never had a lag/ghosting issue.

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I think they are worth the money based simply on the fact that they have have a matte bezel, but some may disagree with this point. Between the stand, build quality and general ID I would say it comes down to weather you like the look of the asus monitor or if dells ultrasharp looks better to you because they are about the same price and have similar features. The 23 inch model makes no sense to me though.

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According to TFT Central the PA248Q is a 6bit panel with AFRC applied to make it seem like an 8-bit display (http://www.tftcentral.co.uk/reviews/content/asus_pa248qj.htm#intro). Personally I never notice the difference because AFRC is implemented pretty well these days and even a couple of years back. And also it seems to use an e-IPS panel unlike the PB248Q which I believe uses an AH-IPS panel, however in general I don't believe the difference is that noticeable. But one other thing to note is that the anti-glare coating, according to TFT Central, seems to be of the old grainy look variety vs the PB248Q which uses the newer less grainy lighter anti-glare coating. This does bother some users so it's a rather subjective issue. However if I were the OP I would still go with the PA248Q in spite of these differences.

yea the PB248Q has a better pannel but i believe worse lookup table. i also dont know it it has the 4 port USB 3.0 hub that was launched on the PA248Q. I also believe that there are far less calibration settings in the OSD for the PB248Q. i dont know that much about it and dont have it because it would cost nearly as much as a PA249Q to get it in the US.

I think they are worth the money based simply on the fact that they have have a matte bezel, but some may disagree with this point. Between the stand, build quality and general ID I would say it comes down to weather you like the look of the asus monitor or if dells ultrasharp looks better to you because they are about the same price and have similar features. The 23 inch model makes no sense to me though.

I love the ID but there were a good number of people that didnt like the red line that was on the original models so they dropped it. The place where it was is still even on the PA279Q. I really liked the line personally since it game it a 90s retro look but a friend of mine has it because he said "it makes it look like a VCR".

I think they are worth the money based simply on the fact that they have have a matte bezel, but some may disagree with this point. Between the stand, build quality and general ID I would say it comes down to weather you like the look of the asus monitor or if dells ultrasharp looks better to you because they are about the same price and have similar features. The 23 inch model makes no sense to me though.

Which 23in one? if your talking the PA238Q there was good reason for that mainly dealing with having it as a sole video viewing monitor. This is due to it its native 1080p resolution and variable refresh rates of 23/50/59 to match up properly with source content. Sadly non of this was carried over into the PB238 or any monitor since. :(

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I say the 23 inch made no sense to me because at least where I like you could get a Dell for less. Asus pricing on these monitors can be a bit insane at times when a competing product with similar features is $100 less

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I say the 23 inch made no sense to me because at least where I like you could get a Dell for less. Asus pricing on these monitors can be a bit insane at times when a competing product with similar features is $100 less

Which exact two models would really help with this as not all IPS are created equal in the least. but yes I agree that not all ASUS PA or PB monitors are the best pricing wise but usually they are at least competitive. Also nothing could come close teh the PA246Q at the time of launch and for some time after (6 months+).

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@TheProfosist, I'm thinking about getting the ASUS PA248Q myself with my build this year. I know we talked about the ASUS PA249Q but that is a tad too expensive for me since I've now adjusted my budget to a much more sensible amount.

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@TheProfosist, I'm thinking about getting the ASUS PA248Q myself with my build this year. I know we talked about the ASUS PA249Q but that is a tad too expensive for me since I've now adjusted my budget to a much more sensible amount.

LOL "sensible" ;):P

Yea I have one and its a decent monitor. I also have another friend that has one and who also tried one of the newer non professional ASUS AH-IPS with W-LED monitors. He said that even though the PA248Q has older tech it easily comes out on top and returned the other one. Also I dont know how to emphasize how good the ASUS PA and PB stands are. They are just so adjustable and you really start to appreciate not having to look down at a monitor.

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