ASUS ProArt PA248QV 24.1-inch Monitor: colour accuracy, specs and uses

The ASUS ProArt Display PA248QV is a 24.1-inch monitor made for people who care about colour: photographers, designers, video editors and anyone who wants on-screen colours to match what they will print or publish. It uses a 16:10 IPS panel with factory colour accuracy. Here is what those terms mean.

Why 16:10 and 1920 x 1200

The resolution is WUXGA, 1920 x 1200. Compared with a standard 16:9 Full HD screen (1920 x 1080), the 16:10 shape adds 120 rows of pixels, which gives more vertical room for documents, timelines and toolbars. At 24.1 inches, the pixel density is similar to a typical Full HD 24-inch screen, so don't expect ultra-fine detail.

Colour coverage: sRGB and Rec.709

ASUS says the monitor covers 100% of the sRGB and Rec.709 colour spaces. sRGB is the standard for the web, most photos and most screens; Rec.709 is the standard for HD video. Covering them fully means the panel can display the colours in that content as intended. It is not a wide-gamut screen, so it is not aimed at work in colour spaces such as DCI-P3 or Adobe RGB.

Delta E under 2 and Calman verification

Delta E (ΔE) measures the difference between the colour that should appear and the colour that does. Figures below 2 are generally regarded as hard to see by eye. ASUS rates the PA248QV at ΔE < 2 and says it is Calman Verified, an independent colour-accuracy programme. These are the brand's figures. Colour-critical work is still best done with a hardware calibrator over time, since every panel drifts.

IPS panel and anti-glare finish

IPS panels keep colour and brightness consistent across wide viewing angles, which matters when sitting close or sharing a screen. The anti-glare coating reduces reflections, which ASUS says makes long sessions more comfortable.

Connections and stand

The monitor offers DisplayPort, HDMI and D-Sub (VGA) inputs, so it can connect to modern computers and older equipment. The stand adjusts for tilt, pivot, swivel and height. Pivot lets you turn the screen to portrait, handy for documents, web pages and code. The listing gives the dimensions as about 18.7 x 22.6 x 7.6 inches including the stand and a weight of 13.5 lb (about 6.1 kg).

Who it suits

It suits photographers, illustrators, video editors and office users who want accurate, consistent colour at a modest size. Gamers looking for high refresh rates will want a different type of monitor, as the listing does not give a refresh-rate figure.

What to check before you buy

• Your graphics output: confirm your computer has a DisplayPort or HDMI port.
• Desk space: a 24.1-inch screen with a stand needs room, particularly if pivoted.
• Colour needs: if you work in wide-gamut spaces, check whether sRGB coverage is enough.
• Calibration: consider a hardware calibrator for professional work.
• Mounting: check the manual for VESA mounting if you plan to use an arm.
• Software offer: the listing mentions a three-month creative software subscription with a date window that has closed; confirm whether anything is still offered.

The short version

• A 24.1-inch, 16:10 IPS monitor at 1920 x 1200.
• 100% sRGB and Rec.709 coverage, ΔE < 2, Calman Verified.
• Anti-glare finish with DisplayPort, HDMI and D-Sub inputs.
• Stand with tilt, pivot, swivel and height adjustment.
• Aimed at photo, video and design work.

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