Display & Audio Setup
BenQ PD2730S 27" 5K
By Nick Miles · Updated 2026-09-29 · 4 expert sources
Pros
- +27-inch 5K (5120x2880) at 218 PPI on a Nano Matte IPS panel with 98% P3 (BenQ specs)
- +Thunderbolt 4 upstream with 90W charging, plus DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1 and four USB-A ports (BenQ specs)
- +Built-in KVM with the Hotkey Puck G3 shares one keyboard and mouse with a second computer
- +TechRadar gives it a Recommended badge; MacRumors says it offers most of what makes the Studio Display great for less
- +Height, tilt, swivel and pivot stand, 100x100 VESA, and a 3-year BenQ US warranty
Cons
- −400 nits, below the Studio Display's 600 (MacRumors, TechRadar)
- −60Hz and no webcam (MacRumors)
- −Weak built-in speakers (TechRadar, MacRumors)
- −TechRadar finds the plastic back less premium than the price suggests
Score breakdown
- Expert consensus8.6
- Effectiveness9.0
- Build safety9.0
- Durability8.6
- Value8.5
Build safety is provisional. Our 2026-09-29 search of CPSC recall data found no recall for this product, and no safety, heat or failure reports turned up in our sources, but we have not yet verified its UL/ETL or equivalent safety certification. The 9.0 is a placeholder until that evidence is reviewed, not a certified rating.
What the experts say
“The BenQ PD2730S delivers stunning 5K visuals, accurate color reproduction, and versatile connectivity options, including Thunderbolt 4.”
“It strikes an impressive balance between performance and value, offering most of what makes the Studio Display great at a more accessible price point.”