ASUS is rounding out its ProArt OLED lineup: Starting this fall, the larger ProArt PA329CDV will join the already available PA279CDV. Both monitors feature a 4K QD-OLED panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate and factory-calibrated color accuracy, and are designed for photographers, video editors, and anyone who works with color on a daily basis.
Two Sizes, One Concept
The 26.5-inch PA279CDV is the more compact model and is already listed for 799.90 euros at German specialty retailers. The PA329CDV measures 31.5 inches and, according to ASUS, is set to launch in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland in early Q4 2026; the manufacturer has not yet announced a price for this model. In the U.S., ASUS is pricing the larger model at $899, which suggests a similar price difference from its smaller counterpart as seen in the previous U.S. price of $699 for the PA279CDV.
For those already interested in the PA279CDV: our in-depth article on its launch in Germany has been available since July, including details on macOS integration and the BlackShield-like scratch protection.
Technical Specifications Comparison
Both monitors share most of their features but differ in size, pixel density, and weight:
| Specifications | PA279CDV | PA329CDV |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Diagonal | 26.5 inches | 31.5 inches |
| Resolution | 3840 × 2160 pixels (4K UHD) | |
| Panel | QD-OLED | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | |
| Brightness (HDR Peak / SDR) | 1,000 / 250 nits | 1,000 / 300 nits |
| Contrast | 1,500,000:1 | |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3, 100% sRGB, 100% Rec. 709 | |
| Color depth | 10-bit (1.07 billion colors) | |
| Color accuracy | Delta E < 1.5 | |
| Response time | 0.1 ms (GTG) | |
| Pixel density | 166 ppi | 140 ppi |
| Weight (with stand) | 5.6 kg | 7.05 kg |
| Warranty | 3 years, including burn-in protection | |
It’s worth taking a closer look at the brightness: 250 and 300 nits, respectively, in SDR mode and a peak HDR brightness of 1,000 nits are fairly average for a current QD-OLED panel. In its review of the two models, ComputerBase rightly notes that newer QD-OLED panels with an RGB strip structure now exceed these values. For color work itself, however—where Delta E and color coverage are the most important factors—this plays a secondary role.
Ports, KVM, and Mac Integration
In terms of ports, both monitors offer USB Type-C with 96-watt Power Delivery, two DisplayPort 1.4 ports with DSC for daisy-chaining, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a USB 3.2 hub with one additional USB-C port and three USB-A ports. An Auto-KVM feature allows you to switch the keyboard and mouse back and forth between two connected computers—which is handy for anyone who works on both a MacBook and a Windows computer at the same time.
For macOS users, there’s a dedicated color mode called M Model-P3, which adjusts the display to match the characteristics of a MacBook screen, along with support for the brightness keys on the Mac keyboard and Apple’s ProMotion technology. The accompanying control software, ASUS DisplayWidget Center, is also available for macOS version 12 and later. If you’d like to learn more about the tool’s current features, check out our article on the latest update featuring AI Agent control.
OLED Protection and Ergonomics
To prevent screen burn-in, ASUS relies on its OLED Care package, which includes Pixel Shift, a screen saver, automatic brightness reduction via a proximity sensor, and detection of static elements such as taskbars or logos. According to the manufacturer, the protective film on the panel is 2.5 times more scratch-resistant than on previous models. ASUS has reduced the base’s footprint by one-third; it also features tilt, swivel, height adjustment, and a 90-degree rotation to portrait mode, complemented by a VESA 100×100 mount for alternative mounts.
Price, Availability, and Adobe Bundle
The ProArt PA279CDV is now available at specialty retailers in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, as well as in online stores, for 799.90 euros. The PA329CDV is scheduled to follow in early Q4 2026; ASUS has not yet announced a price for the DACH region. New buyers of both models will also receive a free three-month Adobe Creative Cloud subscription with access to Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Adobe Substance 3D, Adobe Stock, and Acrobat Standard, redeemable through August 31, 2027. If you’re already considering ASUS monitors from the high-end series, check out our review of the PA27USD and PA32USD for the key specs of the even more expensive alternative featuring 240 Hz and Dolby Vision.
Conclusion
With the ProArt PA329CDV, ASUS closes the gap that the PA279CDV had left open until now: a larger workspace with the same color accuracy and the same feature set. For single-user work in a home office, the smaller PA279CDV, priced at 799.90 euros, is already perfectly adequate; those who need more screen real estate for video editing or image processing are best off waiting for the PA329CDV’s price to drop this fall. Don’t expect a high-end panel with an RGB stripe structure on either model, but for everyday color work with a Delta E below 1.5, that hardly matters.
