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BenQ MA270UP with non-mac

Hi everyone,

I'm currently using an Apple Studio Display with macOS, and I'm looking for a monitor to pair with a Linux PC. My issue is that ever since I got the Studio Display (glossy panel), matte panels hurt my eyes — I really notice the way they slightly blur the image.

For that reason I'm considering the BenQ MA270UP. It has a lower resolution, so the sharpness won't be quite as high, but compared to another 4K monitor I've seen that also has "sharp" text (it looks sharp, aside from that slight blur that comes from the matte coating), I don't think the drop to below-4K will be a dealbreaker.

Is there anyone here who can compare the sharpness between the Studio Display and the BenQ?

Does anyone have experience with how this monitor works on a non-macOS system? And has anyone tested whether it supports the DDC/CI standard, so you can adjust brightness/contrast through software?

Thanks in advance for any advice.

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