As we all know and understand, technology seems to progress faster and faster as the years go by. From mobile devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops to office staples like printers and desktop PCs with extra monitors.
Connectors/cables have been one of the most critical aspects that help connect these devices and dictate how we use them. One of these connectors has been steadily increasing – the USB Type-C Cables.
For this article, we at Gadget Pilipinas would like to help you understand why our friends at ASUS chose to introduce monitors that use Type-C cables for some of their top-tier monitor lines.
Before we get to the nitty-gritty though, here is a quick list of the topics we would like to talk about in this article:
- Who will benefit?
- Data transfer, power devices, and saving desk space
- ASUS Type-C connection monitors that are right for you
USB Type-C – Why and Who will Benefit?
As we have said earlier, the USB Type-C connector has been on the rise steadily, and is currently, one of the most used cables in a lot of industries. Consumers, especially professionals, are always looking to maximize their productivity.
USB Type-C connectors are the go-to for most scenarios if you are looking for efficient data transfer that is coupled with power delivery.
So, if you are a Graphic Artist looking to hook up your professional-grade monitors like the ASUS ProArt – PA279CV and PA328CGV to your drawing tablets, or if you are a gamer who wants to save space by connecting multiple monitors like the ROG XG259CM or XG349C, this cable can handle all your needs.
In addition, if you are a content creator and are always on the go, mobility is your top priority without sacrificing productivity and quality. So connecting your laptop to your portable ASUS ZenScreen MB14AC or MB16ACV will give you a great boost to your overall output.
Data Transfer, Power Devices, and Saving Desk Space
Professionals need to have the capability to transfer large amounts of data in the fastest way possible. USB-C cables can provide on average data transfers of up to 10 gigabytes per second (Gbps) and power delivery for up to 65W or sometimes more.
Having the option of charging your devices fast while being able to work boosts productivity exponentially, especially for people who are always on the go.
Furthermore, having a neat or clean setup that has a lot of desk real estate can help you focus on the task at hand. USB-C cables can provide all your needs without having to use bulky adapters and other thick connectors to hook up all your devices.
An important note to consider, USB-C has already been pushed in the EU to become mandatory for small and medium electronic devices by 2024. The US may also follow suit starting with Apple devices. This mandate was made to mitigate e-waste and unnecessary consumer expenditure.
So, it may be advantageous for you to adapt early to this USB-C future that may reach other parts of the world in the following years to come.
ASUS Type-C Connection Monitors For Your Needs
Professional Monitors – ProArt PA279CV & ProArt PA328CGV
First off, for Graphic Artists and video content creators, The ProArt series of monitors provides a plethora of features that can help enhance your output, and adding a Type-C connection to them gives an additional boost to your productivity.
These monitors offer extensive connectivity including DP over USB-C that supports 65W of power delivery alongside high-speed data transfers. You also have the option to connect using HDMI or DisplayPort and you can also use it as a USB hub
Lastly, these monitors provide top-tier color accuracy with the following features:
- Color space coverage from 100% sRGB to 98% DCI-P3 standards
- Color accuracy of up to ∆E < 2 to produce tru-to-life hues
- Factory calibrated, Calman verified to ensure industry-leading color accuracy
Portable Monitors – ASUS ZenScreen MB14AC or MB16ACV
Next in line are the portable monitors that offer a hybrid-signal solution for video transmission and are compatible with any laptop with a USB Type-C or Type-A port.
Moreover, the monitor’s slim design makes it easier to slip inside your messenger bag or any other small bag that focuses on mobility for your on-the-go needs. Even with its slim design though, it still has a beefy 7,800mAh capacity battery that powers the FHD display.
Auxiliary Monitors – ASUS VA24ECE
Next up is a simple monitor that easily provides you with the extra boost in productivity that you need. For writers and bloggers that don’t really need the extra features that other monitors offer.
These monitors also feature a USB-C connection that provides 15W power delivery, Eye Care+ technology, and low blue light alongside Freesync technology.
Gaming Monitors – ROG XG259CM and ROG XG349C
Finally, the ROG gaming monitors are the last on this list. These top-tier gaming monitors, other than their USB-C connection, also support multiple device platform connections that can also be used as a USB hub.
In addition, the monitors have KVM switch support that allows you to control both your main and AUX monitor at the same time while using only one keyboard and mouse. This feature comes alongside High Dynamic Range support with DISPLAYHDR 400 which adds more immersion and realism to your games.
For smoother gameplay especially for First-person shooters, these monitors are capable of up to 240Hz refresh rate and support G-Sync technology. These monitors also feature the following additional ASUS in-game enhancements:
- Shadow Boost – Shadow Boost technology enhances dark areas of the game world without the brighter areas being overexposed.
- GamePlus – GameVisual Technology has seven pre-set display modes that optimize any visuals for different kinds of content.
- GameVisiuals – This ASUS-exclusive technology that has an integrated GamePlus hotkey and also input from other pro gamers, offers in-game enhancements to help you get more out of your favorite games.
- Flicker-Free technology – reduces flicker that causes eyestrain to improve comfort when engaging in long gaming sessions.
- Ultra-low Blue Light Technology – greatly reduces the amount of harmful blue light emitted by the display.
So there you go, the benefits and capabilities that ASUS Type-C connection monitors with USB-C cables provide. We hope that this article helps you choose and understand what monitor to invest in for your professional or everyday needs.
For more information and additional details regarding ASUS Type-C connection monitors, you can visit ASUS PH’s website and ROG PH’s website.
You can purchase the ASUS ZenScreen MB14AC for PHP 13,650 on the ASUS PH Shopee store and the ProArt PA279CV for PHP 33,390 on the ASUS PH Lazada store.
Started his freelancing adventure in 2018 and began doing freelance Audio Engineering work and then started freelance writing a few years later.
Currently he writes for Gadget Pilipinas and formerly wrote for Grit.PH.
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