It seems that the BenQ with similar specs at about $449 is a better choice. Isn't it?

[nycwriter]

Looking for a low budget 27" 144Hz monitor.

 

[Eximo]

Cheaper, not sure about better. You would need to list the exact model you are talking about.

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-monitor-vg278he

 

[nycwriter]

Cheaper, not sure about better. You would need to list the exact model you are talking about.

http://pcpartpicker.com/part/asus-monitor-vg278he

BenQ XL2720Z

 

[Eximo]

Those monitors are actually commonly compared it turns out. Benq has motion blue reduction tech , but causes it to be a little dimmer when it is active. Asus monitor lacks it since it uses PWM backlighting. People report brighter colors from the ASUS. From a gaming perspective they appear about the same.