ASUS ProArt PA27DCE-K 27" 4K UHD OLED USB-C Multimedia Monitor with Integrated USB Hub & X-rite i1 Display Pro Calibrator
General Information
Manufacturer: ASUS Computer InternationalManufacturer Part Number: PA27DCE-K
Manufacturer Website Address: http://usa.asus.com
Brand Name: Asus
Product Line: ProArt
Product Model: PA27DCE-K
Product Name: ProArt PA27DCE-K Widescreen OLED Monitor
Marketing Information:
ASUS ProArt Display OLED PA27DCE-K Professional Monitor - 27-inch (26.9-inch viewable), OLED, 4K UHD (3840 x 2160), 99% DCI-P3, HDR-10, HLG, E < 1, USB-C PD 80W, HDMI, Hardware Calibration, Calman Ready, ColourSpace Integration
- 26.9-inch 4K (3840 x 2160) HDR OLED panel with RGB stripes and 99% DCI-P3 color gamut
- True 10-bit color depth and 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio provides the deep blacks and accurate highlights
- Support multiple HDR formats (HDR-10, HLG) presents lifelike experience and flexibility
- World-leading ∆E < 1 color performance and ASUS ProArt Hardware Calibration Technology for color-accuracy optimization, uniformity and color profile write-back
- USB-C supports DisplayPort signal, data transfers and up to 80W Power Delivery to external devices via one cable
- X-rite i1 Display Pro included
ProArt Display OLED PA27DCE-K is 26.9-inch 4K HDR monitor offers a cutting-edge OLED panel with pure RGB stripes and 99% DCI-P3 coverage to deliver highly accurate colors that bring out the finest details in your creations. Multiple HDR format support provides creators with the ideal platform for working with fast-moving HDR content. For added convenience, the built-in USB-C® port offers video support, superfast data transfers, and 80-watt power delivery via a single cable.
Filmmakers & Video Editors
An ultra-high-resolution monitor with wide-color-gamut performance is a must-have tool for 4K HDR video production. The adjustable stand and portable design of PA27DCE-K also makes it perfect for on-set shoots, where it can be easily moved to an ideal location or positioned to avoid color shift caused by ambient lighting.
Designers & Photographers
PA27DCE-K provides truly precise color reproduction to bring out the details in photographs or digital artwork. It delivers ultra-high-quality visuals and ensures that creative details aren't lost on the journey from click to print or production.
Colorists
OLED panels are known for their excellent color reproduction. PA27DCE-K is factory pre-calibrated to ensure industry-leading color fidelity and offers delta E < 1 color difference, plus auto calibration function to ensure outstanding color accuracy.
Premium OLED panel with RGB StripesPA27DCE-K incorporates OLED technology which achieves ultra-precise control and extreme contrast by making each individual pixel its own light source. PA27DCE-K has a pure RGB Stripe OLED panel with billions of self-illuminating pixels that can be individually activated to reproduce truly lifelike pictures with deep blacks and enhanced color contrast in high-luminance images. These characteristics make PA27DCE-K a natural fit for HDR content mastering.
Ultimate Professional-Grade ColorPA27DCE-K delivers exceptionally detailed and realistic visuals, with a studio-grade 99% DCI-P3 color gamut. This means that the colors reproduced on the display are richer and more vivid, so it's ideal for color-intensive projects but also enhances any kind of content.
Ultra-Accurate ColorDesigners, producers and color-solution companies deal with color-critical decisions and communications each day. ProArt displays are factory pre-calibrated to guarantee industry-leading color accuracy. Each monitor undergoes stringent and meticulous testing to ensure smoother color gradation, and each grayscale level is carefully measure and set to comply with the DICOM standard for medical use.
True Black: See the UnseenPA27DCE-K reproduces black hues perfectly. Since each OLED pixel uses self-generated illumination, it simply turns off to display the deepest possible black shade for extremely crisp and clear
The ASUS ProArt PA27DCE-K 27" (26.9" viewable) 4K UHD Professional Monitor carries a substantial price premium compared to standard 27-inch 4K screens because it is a professional-grade mastering reference OLED display rather than a standard consumer or office monitor. While a traditional 27-inch 4K screen utilizes baseline edge-lit LCD technology, the PA27DCE-K features a true RGB Stripe OLED panel, elite hardware profile write-back, pro-tier Calman software integration, and a packaged X-rite i1 Display Pro calibration tool.
Why It Commands a High Premium
The specialized hardware layout and color-critical engineering built into the ProArt PA27DCE-K include:
- Professional RGB Stripe OLED Panel: Unlike cheaper consumer gaming OLEDs that use WOLED or QD-OLED subpixel matrices, the PA27DCE-K utilizes a professional-grade panel structured with vertical RGB stripes. This hardware geometry perfectly maps to native Windows ClearType and macOS font smoothing algorithms, completely eliminating text-fringing and color-halos around fonts while ensuring absolute pixel integrity for photo editors and designers.
- Bundled X-rite i1 Display Pro Calibrator: The "-K" designation explicitly guarantees that an industry-standard external colorimeter puck is packed directly inside the box. This hardware pairs natively with the monitor's internal firmware to maintain consistent, true-to-life tracking over extended production cycles.
- ASUS Hardware Calibration with Write-Back: Traditional monitors rely on ICC profiles saved inside the host computer's operating system, which break if you switch computers. The PA27DCE-K features built-in lookup tables (LUTs) and writes parameter profiles directly onto the monitor’s internal scalar IC chip. Your exact calibration parameters remain entirely intact whether the screen is connected to a laptop, desktop, or video mixing deck.
- Infinite 1,000,000:1 Contrast & HDR Masters: Because every individual pixel self-illuminates, blacks are truly absolute (0 nits), completely eliminating the "IPS glow" or backlight bleeding seen on regular 4K displays. This pixel-level exposure lets colorists master fast-moving high-dynamic-range content across multi-curves like HDR-10 and Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG).
- True 10-Bit Color Depth: While standard office monitors leverage 8-bit or simulated dithering, the PA27DCE-K operates on a true native 10-bit color depth to display over 1.07 billion colors natively, providing an elite color performance metric of Delta E less than 1 across 99% Adobe RGB and 99% DCI-P3 color spaces.
Professional Workflow & Software Integrations
To align with strict studio workflows, the monitor's underlying hardware bypasses generic adjustment utilities:
- Open Studio CMS Calibration: The display firmware integrates seamlessly with leading studio calibration suites, including Calman Ready and Light Illusion ColourSpace CMS. This lets colorists perform automated closed-loop 3D LUT profiling to verify strict color compliance before exporting master files.
- Single-Cable 80W USB-C Ecosystem: The integrated hub allows creators to link a high-end workstation via a single USB-C connection, driving uncompressed 4K video, upstream USB data hub transfers, and providing up to 80W Power Delivery to continuously fast-charge the host laptop.
How It Compares to a Regular 27" 4K Monitor
| Feature | ASUS ProArt PA27DCE-K Monitor | Standard 27" Consumer 4K Monitor |
|---|---|---|
| Panel & Text Sharpness | Pure RGB Stripe OLED; zero text-fringing or backlight glow | Standard IPS / VA LCD; noticeable backlight bleed and lower black accuracy |
| Calibration Hardware | X-rite i1 Display Pro included in the box | None (requires purchasing standalone external equipment) |
| Profile Memory Location | Saved directly to monitor internal chip (Scaler IC) | Saved loosely to host OS (profile wipes if you swap laptops) |
| Color Spectrum Depth | True 10-bit depth with world-leading Delta E < 1 | Standard 8-bit depth with standard Delta E < 3 error margins |
| Studio Software Links | Native compatibility with Calman & ColourSpace CMS | Incompatible with professional studio CMS software hooks |
| Contrast Ratio | 1,000,000:1 pixel-level black accuracy | Typical 1,000:1 up to 3,000:1 global frame averages |
Product Type: OLED Monitor
Technical Information
Number of Screens: 1Screen Size Class: 27"
Viewable Screen Size: 26.9"
Screen Mode: 4K UHD
Panel Technology: OLED
Response Time: 0.10 ms
Response Time Details: 0.1 ms GTG
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Pixel Pitch: 0.15500 mm x 0.15500 mm
Horizontal Viewing Angle: 178°
Vertical Viewing Angle: 178°
Mount Type: Wall Mountable
HDCP Supported: Yes
Features:
- Anti-glare
- sRGB
- HDR10
- Flicker-free
- 6-axis Color Adjustment
- Hardware Calibration
- ProArt Palette
- QuickFit Plus
- Picture by Picture
- Picture in Picture
- Low Blue Light
- Multiple HDR Mode
- Ambient Light Sensor
- Cable Lock Slot
- Calman Ready
- Ergonomic Design
- On-screen Display (OSD)
Adjustable Stand: Yes
Stand Adjustments:
- Swivel
- Height
- Pivot
- Tilt
Active Display Area (H x V): 23.47" x 13.20"
Video
Maximum Resolution: 3840 x 2160Standard Refresh Rate: 60 Hz
Color Supported: 1073.7 Million Colors (10-bit)
Native Contrast Ratio: 1,000,000:1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 100,000,000:1
Brightness: 350 Nit
Color Gamut:
- 100% sRGB
- 99% Adobe RGB
- 99% DCI-P3
Audio
Number of Speakers: 2Speakers: Yes
Interfaces/Ports
HDMI: YesUSB: Yes
DisplayPort: Yes
USB Type-C: Yes
Total Number of HDMI Ports: 3
Number of DisplayPorts: 1
Number of USB Ports: 4
Number of USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1 Ports: 1
Total Number of USB Type-C Ports: 1
Number of HDMI 2.0 Ports: 3
Built-in Devices
Built-in Devices: USB HubPhysical Characteristics
VESA Mount Compatible: YesHeight: 14.8"
Width: 24.7"
Depth: 2.6"
Height with Stand: 22.43"
Width with Stand: 24.67"
Depth with Stand: 10.43"
Weight (Approximate): 13.01 lb
Weight with Stand (Approximate): 20.72 lb
Miscellaneous
Package Contents:- ProArt PA27DCE-K Widescreen OLED Monitor
- Color Pre-Calibration Report
- DisplayPort Cable
- HDMI Cable
- Power Cord
- Quick Release Stand
- Quick Start Guide
- USB-C Cable
- Warranty Card
- Welcome Card
- X-rite i1 Display Pro Calibrator
Energy Star: Yes
