Asus has announced its new lineup of monitors with a special ability to purify surrounding air. The lineup of new VU Air Ionizer monitors features three models: the 23.8-inch IPS panel Asus VU249HFI-W, the 27-inch IPS Asus VU279HFI-W, and the 34-inch VA Asus VU34WCIP-W.
These monitors feature a no-filter VU Air Ionizer that Asus says can “remove up to 90% of airborne dust in three hours” to remove various allergens and improve general indoor air quality.
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“The ionizer has an effective coverage area of 1m³, purifying air throughout a workspace for comfortable productivity,” Asus said. “With no filters required, ASUS VU Air Ionizer series monitors seamlessly combine air purification and cutting-edge display technologies in one streamlined design.”
| Monitor | Size and Ratio | Resolution | Refresh Rate | Panel Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asus VU249HFI-W | 23.8-inch/16:9 | 1920×1080 | 100Hz VRR | IPS |
| Asus VU279HFI-W | 27-inch/16:9 | 1920×1080 | 100Hz VRR | IPS |
| Asus VU34WCIP-W | 34-inch/21:9 | 3440×1440 | 100Hz VRR | Vertical Alignment |
As far as specs are concerned, each monitor—no matter the size—has a 100Hz refresh rate with a 1ms response time. Both the 23.8- and 27-inch displays have an IPS (In-Plane Switching) panel with 178° viewing angles. The 34-inch monitor is a 21:9 ultrawide VA (Vertical Alignment) panel with the same 178° viewing angles. The two 16:9 displays have a brightness of 250 nits while the 21:9 Ultrawide has a brightness of 300 nits.
For pricing, the 23.8-inch starts at $129.99 while the 27-inch display will cost $159.99. If you decide you want the Ultrawide air purifier, it will cost $359.99.
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