BenQ launches $999 glossy 5K 27-inch Thunderbolt 4 monitor to rival Apple Studio Display

While it may not be from Apple, there’s a new Mac display entering the market today. BenQ just announced its new 5K 27-inch glossy monitor, the MA270S, which looks like a great alternative to their awesome 5K 27-inch matte display monitor.

27-inch 5K Mac display for under $1000

Mac users appreciate 27-inch monitors with 5K resolution, the target specs set by the iMac when it first moved to a Retina resolution display. And BenQ’s MA-series is especially designed for color accuracy when paired with a MacBook.

Like the BenQ PD2730S 27″ 5K matte display Mac monitor that I use everyday (review), the MA270S 5K 27-inch glossy monitor can drive your Mac with a single Thunderbolt cable, offering power delivery, Thunderbolt out, and more:

• Thunderbolt 4 with 96W power delivery for single-cable connection and charging
• Thunderbolt 4 output for daisy-chaining
• Smart KVM to allow users to control two systems with one keyboard and mouse
• Picture-by-Picture (PbP) for viewing content from multiple devices simultaneously

Here’s more about BenQ’s latest Mac monitor:

The MA270S features a Nano Gloss panel and true 5K resolution (5120×2880), matching macOS native pixel density for sharper text, lifelike images, and comfortable extended use. It delivers Mac-level color with 500-nit brightness, 99% P3 color, and a 2000:1 contrast ratio for vibrant color reproduction and crisp detail. With iKeyboard Control, users can adjust brightness and volume directly from the MacBook keyboard, creating a more seamless, native Mac experience. […]

The BenQ MA270S’s Nano Gloss panel further enhances clarity for users who prefer the precision of Apple’s display finish. Combined with a clean, minimalist design that aligns with the overall Apple ecosystem, and a 150mm adjustable stand, the MA270S delivers a vibrant, comfortable external display experience.

BenQ’s new MA270S 5K 27-inch glossy display Mac monitor will is available now for just $999, which is a fraction of the cost of Apple’s $1599 Studio Display with comparable specs.