42 facts in comparison
ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV vs ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV
This comparison puts the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV and ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV side by side — two monitors measured against the same 42-spec sheet, with every meaningful gap scored and explained. On our weighted VS Score the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV finishes ahead, 88 to 62 — a decisive result.
The single biggest measurable gap is response time: 5 ms vs 0.1 ms. None of our retail partners currently lists the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV, so availability may be limited and price cannot factor into this comparison. A transparency note before you dive in: the spec sheets are ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV 88% and ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV 79% complete. Anything unverified shows as Unknown and is left out of the scores — we never estimate a missing value.
Where the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV beats the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV
- A slightly bigger screen ?27" (68.58 cm) vs 26.5" (67.31 cm)
- More HDMI ports ?2 vs 1
Where the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV beats the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV
- OLED Panel type ?OLED vs IPS
- A much higher refresh rate ?120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- A much faster response time ?0.1 ms vs 5 ms
- Much higher peak brightness ?1,000 nits vs 400 nits
- A much higher contrast ratio ?1500000:1 vs 1000:1
- True Black 400 HDR ?True Black 400 vs DisplayHDR 400
- A slightly higher pixel density ?166 ppi vs 163 ppi
- Has KVM switch ?
Key real-world differences
The spec sheet pulls in both directions. These are the gaps big enough to shape the decision — with the actual figures, and what each one means in real-world use.
- Response timePicture5 ms vs 0.1 ms — 98% less for the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV
Grey-to-grey response; lower reduces motion blur.
- Refresh ratePicture60 Hz vs 120 Hz — 2× more for the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV
Higher refresh rates are smoother for gaming and scrolling.
The step from 60 to 120 Hz is obvious; differences above 120 Hz are far subtler in everyday use.
- HDMI portsConnectivity2 vs 1 — 2× more for the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV
More HDMI inputs connect more devices.
- KVM switchConnectivityNo vs Yes — only the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV has it
Control two computers with one keyboard and mouse.
Which one should you buy?
There is no single answer — it depends on what you will actually use it for. Match your priority to the pick below.
- Best for picture ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV takes the category 86 to 42 — driven by response time (5 ms vs 0.1 ms).
- Best for connectivity ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV takes the category 92 to 84 — driven by HDMI ports (2 vs 1).
- The safe all-rounder ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV wins more of the categories that carry real weight, topping the overall VS Score at 88.
Where each one falls short
ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV
- Response time: 5 ms vs 0.1 ms
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz vs 120 Hz
- Contrast ratio: 1000:1 vs 1500000:1
- 5 specs are unreported (shown as Unknown) and excluded from its scores.
ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV
- HDMI ports: 2 vs 1
- 9 specs are unreported (shown as Unknown) and excluded from its scores.
What matters to you?
Drag the sliders to weight each category and re-rank the products to suit your priorities.
Score breakdown
Picture
Gaming
Ergonomics & design
Connectivity
Features
Specs last verified August 26, 2026ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV: 37 of 42 specs verified (88%)ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV: 33 of 42 specs verified (79%)Unverified specs show as Unknown — never estimated, never scored
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What reviewers say
The bottom line
The ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV is the clear winner, scoring 88 to 62 on our VS Score. It leads on Picture. The ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV answers back with stronger Connectivity. Pick the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CDV unless Connectivity matters most to you — then the ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV is the smarter buy.
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