Comparison · Updated 2026
Kuycon G27P VS BenQ PD2725U: 5K Retina vs factory-calibrated 4K
The BenQ PD2725U is a well-regarded designer monitor for Mac, factory-calibrated out of the box for colour-critical work. The Kuycon G27P trades that factory calibration for true 5K Retina density, HDR and deeper contrast — at a similar price. Here is how they compare.
Our pick for a sharper Mac image
Real 5K density beats 4K, even calibrated
Kuycon G27P
27" · 5K · IPS Black · HDR · 75 Hz
From 869,90 € incl. VAT · vs ~€780 for the BenQ PD2725U
The G27P runs true 5K Retina resolution at 218 ppi — 34% sharper than the PD2725U’s 4K panel — with HDR, a 2000:1 IPS Black panel and 75 Hz, at a price close to the BenQ’s. The trade-off: no factory colour calibration certificate and no Thunderbolt daisy-chaining.
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Kuycon G27P vs BenQ PD2725U
Both are 27-inch IPS monitors for Mac. The differences are resolution, HDR, contrast and factory colour calibration.
| Kuycon G27P | BenQ PD2725Ureference | |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 5120 × 2880 | 3840 × 2160 |
| Pixel density | 218 ppi | 163 ppi |
| HDR | Yes | DisplayHDR 400 |
| Contrast | 2000:1 | 1200:1 |
| Brightness | 600 nits | 250 nits typical (400 peak) |
| Refresh rate | 75 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Factory Mac colour calibration | — | Yes, ΔE ≤ 3 |
| Connectivity | USB-C, DisplayPort, HDMI | Dual Thunderbolt 3 (one port 65W charging) |
| Starting price | ~€940 | ~€780 |
Kuycon prices incl. VAT and refresh with your region’s currency. BenQ figures are the manufacturer’s published specifications, shown for comparison only; check current pricing before buying.
Where the BenQ wins
The PD2725U is a genuinely strong designer monitor. BenQ factory-calibrates every unit to a Delta E of 3 or less and colour-matches it for Mac out of the box (the DesignVue “M-book” mode), with 95% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB and 100% Rec.709 coverage. It also offers dual Thunderbolt 3 — one port delivers 65W charging — so you can daisy-chain a second display off a single cable, plus a built-in KVM and a Hotkey Puck for quick colour-mode switching. If precise, ready-to-trust colour and a Thunderbolt workflow matter more to you than raw sharpness, the PD2725U is a serious option.
Where Kuycon wins
Where the G27P pulls ahead is the image itself. It runs true 5K Retina resolution — 5120 × 2880 at 218 ppi versus the PD2725U’s 4K panel at 163 ppi — so macOS renders content noticeably sharper without any scaling compromise. It also adds HDR (the BenQ tops out at DisplayHDR 400), a deeper 2000:1 contrast ratio versus 1200:1, more than double the typical brightness at 600 nits, and a 75 Hz refresh rate versus 60 Hz. And it does this at a starting price close to the BenQ’s own.
- Buy the BenQ PD2725U if factory-calibrated, ready-to-trust colour accuracy and Thunderbolt 3 daisy-chaining are your priority, such as print or photo work where Delta E matters more than pixel density.
- Buy the Kuycon G27P if you want the sharpest possible 5K Retina image on your Mac, with HDR, deeper contrast and a higher refresh rate, at a comparable price.
Want even more refresh, or a full buying guide?
If you also game or edit motion and want the same 5K sharpness at a much higher refresh rate, the Kuycon P27Z runs up to 330 Hz. See how the G27P stacks up against more options in our best 5K monitor for Mac guide.
FAQ
Kuycon G27P vs BenQ PD2725U
Is the BenQ PD2725U good for a Mac?
Yes. BenQ factory-calibrates the PD2725U and colour-matches it for macOS out of the box, with a Delta E of 3 or less and near-full DCI-P3/sRGB coverage. It is a strong choice for colour-critical work, though its panel is 4K (163 ppi) rather than 5K.
Does the Kuycon G27P have factory colour calibration like the BenQ?
No. The G27P does not ship with a factory calibration certificate or Mac colour-matched mode. What it adds instead is true 5K Retina resolution, HDR, a 2000:1 contrast panel and a 75 Hz refresh rate, at a starting price close to the PD2725U’s.
Which is sharper for a Mac, the G27P or the PD2725U?
The G27P. At 5120 × 2880 and 218 ppi it delivers true 5K Retina density, versus 3840 × 2160 and 163 ppi on the PD2725U. For colour accuracy straight out of the box, the BenQ’s factory calibration is the stronger option.
Get 5K Retina sharpness on your Mac
The Kuycon G27P comes with a 2-year warranty in the European Union, plus EU-based delivery and after-sales — true 5K Retina density with HDR, at a price close to a calibrated 4K monitor.
View the Kuycon G27PComparison written in August 2026. Competitor specifications and prices are the manufacturer's published figures at that date, shown for comparison and subject to change; check current details before purchase. Kuycon prices are shown in your currency.