BenQ recommends that the display has no flash screen (evaluation of PD2705U professional display in BenQ)

Professional design shows a cost-effective choice.

I have recommended professional monitors to designers before, so how to choose professional monitors? I think the most important thing of this kind of monitor is color and resolution. Accurate color reproduction can greatly improve the design efficiency, and the color is mainly determined by parameters such as color gamut, color number and color standard value. However, in addition to the above hardware parameters, rich interfaces and convenient operation are also the focus of this kind of display.

4K Annual New Product BenQ PD2705U Display 27-inch IPS Professional Design typec retouching 10bit Apple 5K Designer mac Display HDR Eye Protection 3205U Computer bought a new professional display at the beginning of the new year in 6998, just as BenQ designed a professional display series to launch a new product PD2705U. Compared with the previous series, with its brand-new appearance, OSD controller and 65W Type C port, I feel that everything is in line with PD high. Now I have used it for a while, that is.

The color is calibrated separately before leaving the factory, and the color display is more accurate.

BenQ PD2705U, as a professional display product focusing on the design field, is equipped with a 4K resolution IPS panel, and the picture effect is exquisite and real. The display supports 99% sRGB color gamut coverage, and each PD2705U is independently color-corrected at the factory. At first, there is no need to worry about inaccurate color display, and there is a paper color correction report in the box.

Judging from the above real shot display proofs, PD2705U is absolutely sufficient in color reproduction and output, and many details have been well restored.

BenQ PD2705U professional monitor is 27 inches, which can basically meet the needs of large screen, and one screen is comparable to multiple screens. Retouching and drawing are particularly comfortable, and the picture is particularly delicate under the blessing of 4K resolution. Even if the high-resolution picture is magnified 5 times, it is still very clear, and the horse mane in the sample can still be identified.

This monitor adopts DC-DC technology to reduce screen flicker from the hardware source. Even if it is used for a long time, it will not feel dry and uncomfortable, which is definitely good news for designers. Generally, if you stare at the monitor for a long time, black spots or shadows will appear in front of your eyes, which will damage your vision for a long time. The way to visually check whether a screen flashes is to directly turn on the recording function of the mobile phone and adjust the shutter speed to the maximum. At this time, if there are black stripes on the screen, the stroboscopic phenomenon is serious. Pro-PD2705U has almost no screen flicker, and the eyes are still very comfortable after using it all day, and there will be no dry eye.

65W Type-C interface, the gospel of designers.

Most laptops now have a C-type interface. After the interface is connected with the display, data transmission and image and video output can be realized. If C-type charging is supported, the laptop can also be charged in reverse. The whole connection process does not need any docking station or patch cord, which is absolutely needless to say for the user-friendliness of macbook.

BenQ PD2705U has rich interfaces, including HDMI2.0, DP, mini DP and two USB interfaces. The most important thing is to add a 65W Type-C interface, which can directly connect the notebook through the attached Type-C cable, transmit video signals and supply power to the notebook, which is convenient to use. It can also output 4K 60hz video. I have my own M-book color preset, at least I have been using it all the time, and I can feel that the display effect is similar to that of a Macbook.

With the USB3.0 interface of BenQ PD2705U, the notebook can provide USB expansion interface. Insert the USB flash drive directly into PD2705U, and the notebook computer can directly read and copy data files. Peripheral devices such as mouse and keyboard can also be connected to the display for use. For macbook users with only two lightning interfaces, it is more convenient to omit a docking station. It is really a line to solve all problems.

After connecting with the macbook using the Type-C interface, the display effect is almost the same as that of the macbook under the color preset of the M-book. At 4K resolution, the details in the proofs are better presented, which is undoubtedly the most perfect presentation for designers.

The second generation external OSD controller improves the operability.

BenQ PD2705U designed the second generation external OSD controller hotkey Puck G2 attached to the display. The top is designed with a metal knob, which has moderate damping and can freely adjust brightness, contrast and volume. With the other four custom buttons, you can also switch between color mode, PBP, KVM, mute and signal source with one click. There are also three custom buttons, which can switch the display mode, function and signal source with one button, and can be customized in the OSD menu of the monitor. If my host is rendering video, I will quickly switch the signal source directly to the laptop to write scripts through the OSD controller, or I am used to this switching operation when I have information to consult. After all, the big screen still looks comfortable. After a period of use, I basically got into the habit of not looking for a monitor control, which is really convenient.

Of course, people who like the traditional way also have some choices. BenQ PD2705U still retains the OSD setting buttons, and the four buttons are located at the bottom of the right back of the monitor and can be touched with the right hand. Because there is a 5-way OSD rocker, blind operation is completely fine.

Tailor-made various color patterns to improve design efficiency.

BenQ PD2705U has built-in professional design modes for different design fields, including Rec.709, CAD/CAM, animation design, darkroom and two-color mode. Among them, Rec.709, sRGB and low blue light are commonplace. Here are some other unique patterns.

Among them, CAD/CAM mode can enhance the clarity and contrast of lines in engineering drawings, so that users can better design skeletons. Two-color mode can preview the rendering effect while watching the line draft; Darkroom mode can easily handle the details in dim environment; Animation mode can provide the brightness level of 10, improve the brightness of the dark part of the picture and ensure that the bright part is not exposed.

In addition to the above color preset, BenQ PD2705U also has KVM, PIP/PBP functions. The KVM function can connect two hosts to PD2705U at the same time, so that one mouse and keyboard can control two hosts. During video editing, one host is responsible for editing and rendering, and the other host is responsible for rendering and exporting. The pictures of the two hosts can be switched at will, without changing stations back and forth, which is convenient to check the rendering progress and export effect. Usually, I use both windows and Mac OS systems. If my computer has a dual system, it will be more troublesome to restart before switching. With the KVM function of PD2705U, I can switch seamlessly between two hosts at will through a monitor and a set of mouse and keyboard. Moreover, after using KVM, the desktop is not surrounded by messy wires, and the whole working surface becomes clean and tidy. This function not only improves efficiency, but also saves office space, so you don't need to buy a mouse and keyboard.

PIP/PBP function can display two signal sources on one monitor, and users can independently set two signal display areas and sizes: they can display side by side, or they can display one main screen and one small window.

Fashionable appearance, multi-angle adjustable.

The exterior design of BenQ PD2705U is simple and atmospheric, and the color matching of pure black body will never be out of date. The ultra-narrow bezel design on three sides makes it look more high-end, and no buttons can be seen on the whole front.

There is also a TYPE-C, a USB interface and a 3.5mm headphone interface on the right side of the fuselage, which can not only read USB data, but also charge devices such as mobile phones. Now many laptops have cancelled the 3.5mm headphone jack. Occasionally, when listening to songs and watching movies, you can directly connect your 3.5mm wired headphones to the monitor for use.

The base of BenQ PD2705U still adopts cast iron square structure, and its center of gravity is relatively stable, which ensures the stability of the whole display, and the general shaking is basically unimpeded.

The bracket adopts cylindrical structure, which is more comfortable and beautiful than square. This bracket also has the function of lifting and rotating, which can be used to adjust the screen angle, as described in detail below. In addition, PD2705U adds a cable buckle plate to match the cable organizer on the bracket, which makes the whole back of the fuselage look more concise and tidy.

Staring at the monitor for too long every day will make the height of the screen uncomfortable, so I always feel uncomfortable with my neck. I can only raise it with a pile of books. Occasionally make a vertical composition or look.

The bracket of BenQ PD2705U professional monitor is flexible and free, which can be used to adjust the height of the screen, as well as the left and right angles, up and down pitching and horizontal and vertical screens. Every user can find his own angle, and vertical screen typing can read more lines to improve work efficiency.

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After using the monitor designed by BenQ PD2705U for a period of time, the whole office desktop has become more tidy, feeling a lot less wires and saving desktop space. Because the factory unified color calibration, you don't have to worry about the color standard after buying it. In addition, a variety of color presets are built in to meet different design requirements, which greatly improves work efficiency. KVM system allows one monitor to connect two computers at the same time, and it is only controlled by the same set of mouse and keyboard, which is particularly convenient for daily use.

The 65W Type-C interface is also added to the PD2705U fuselage, which greatly improves the convenience of use. A cable connected to the laptop can not only transmit data and video signals, but also charge the laptop and instantly turn the monitor into a docking station. The connected external OSD controller can quickly switch the signal input source and other settings with one key.

Generally speaking, products from BenQ and the United States are more reliable. PD2705U is a professionally designed monitor with excellent color performance, efficient and comfortable experience and low price, which is definitely a blow to similar professional monitors. However, I don't think hotkey hockey G2 is cool enough. For example, you can add some RGB rings to fill the atmosphere in a dark environment. In addition, if you can add wireless design, you can avoid the bondage of wires.

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