2024-05-03 14:59:00
Display specialist AOC has launched a new series of monitors called “Graphic Pro U3” specifically for demanding photographers, visual artists, designers, editors, TV makers, producers and gaming professionals. According to the manufacturer, the new monitor series is characterized by exceptional color accuracy, innovative features, versatile USB-C connectivity and a slim design.
The line-up of the series currently includes three models: two 68.6 cm (27 inch) displays – the Q27U3CV with QHD resolution and the U27U3CV with 4K UHD resolution – as well as the larger 80 cm (31.5 inch) display U32U3CV with 4K UHD resolution.
Display specialist AOC has introduced a new range of monitors specifically for demanding photographers, visual artists, designers, editors, TV makers and producers.
Color accuracy and hardware calibration
The Graphic Pro U3 series is characterized by impressive color accuracy with a color difference value of DeltaE < 2. This ensures that every color is reproduced precisely. With 98% DCI-P3 color space coverage, these monitors also offer a wide color gamut that enables gorgeous, vibrant visualizations.
The highlight of Graphic Pro U3 is its Calman Ready certification. It proves that the monitors are able to communicate directly with Portrait Displays’ Calman color calibration software. The models can utilize the automatic calibration features (AutoCal) with the Calman software, allowing easy, precise and quick calibration of the monitor for exact color accuracy. This calibration allows control of RGB triplets at the scaler level and creation of 1D/3D LUT profiles for optimal image performance. Compared to custom ICC profiles that only perform image adjustment, the advantage of a 1D/3D LUT (look-up table) solution is direct display calibration at the hardware level, which immensely improves color accuracy.
Variety of connections: One cable is all you need.
Easy connectivity is essential in creative workflows that often use graphics tablets, card readers, fast external drives and other peripherals. The monitors in the «Graphic Pro U3» series are therefore equipped with a wide range of connections to meet these requirements, including: HDMI 1.4/2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and a versatile USB-C hub with RJ-45 Ethernet input for wired network (LAN). The hub complies with USB 3.2 Gen2 and offers a bandwidth of 10 Gbit/s. It features a USB-C upstream port that supports DisplayPort Alt mode for screen expansion, 96W power delivery, Ethernet pass-through, a second USB-C downstream port with 15W power delivery, and four USB-A ports for the use of additional peripheral devices.
The U27U3CV and U32U3CV models even have a third USB-C downstream port for their KVM switch, allowing the keyboard and mouse connected to the USB hub to be switched between different PCs connected to the monitor’s two USB-C ports at the same time docked, can be switched back and forth.
The Q27U3CV model also features a DisplayPort output and supports the high DisplayPort bandwidth of HBR3 for daisy-chaining multiple monitors.
Stylish design and ergonomic adjustment options
All models are characterized by a slim, modern design that was awarded the prestigious Red Dot Design Award 2023. For creative professionals, an attractive display is always a source of inspiration. All models in the Graphic Pro U3 series are characterized by a slim, modern design that was awarded the prestigious Red Dot Design Award 2023 and is a stylish addition to any creative workplace.
The displays can be adjusted in height, tilted, rotated and swiveled by 150 mm using the ergonomic stand. All models come in recyclable packaging with paper padding inside, complying with the latest environmental regulations.
Feature of the three monitor models
The Graphic Pro U3 series launches with three Calman Ready certified models:
Q27U3CV – 27 inch (68.6 cm) IPS panel with QHD resolution (2560 x 1440), 60/75 Hz refresh rate and VESA DisplayHDR 400. 1x HDMI 1.4, 1x DisplayPort 1.4 input, 1x DisplayPort 1.4 output, 1x RJ-45, 2x USB-C (1 up, 1 downstream) and 4x USB-A ports as well as 2x 3 W speakers.
U27U3CV – 27-inch (68.6 cm) Nano IPS panel with crisp 4K UHD resolution (3840 x 2160), 60 Hz refresh rate and VESA DisplayHDR 400. Four-sided frameless design for more focus in multi-monitor setups. 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x RJ-45, 3x USB-C (1 upstream, 2 downstream) and 4x USB-A ports, a KVM switch and 2x 3W speakers.
U32U3CV: 31.5″ (80 cm) nano IPS panel with razor-sharp 4K UHD resolution (3840 x 2160), 60 Hz refresh rate and VESA DisplayHDR 400. 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 1x RJ-45, 3x USB -C (1 up, 2 downstream) and 4x USB-A ports, a KVM switch and 2x 3 W speakers.
Prices and availability
The three monitors in AOC’s new “Graphic Pro U3” series will be priced from July 2024 (RRP, however excl. VAT and ARF) may be available:
AOC Q27U3CV: 369.- Franken/Euro
AOC U27U3CV: 499.- Franken/Euro
AOC U32U3CV: 659.- Franken/Euro
Further information
AOC Q27U3CV (product page)
AOC U27U3CV (product page)
AOC U32U3CV (product page)
«AOC Graphic Pro U3» series (overview page)
AOC (manufacturer’s website)
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