Standing screen display size | 32 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 3840x2160 |
Max Screen Resolution | 3840x2160 Pixels |
BenQ 32-Inch IPS 4K Ultra High Definition LED Monitor (BL3201PH), 4K2K HD 3840x2160 Display
Screen Size | 32 Inches |
Display Resolution Maximum | 3840x2160 Pixels |
Brand | BenQ |
Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
Connectivity Technology | usb |
About this item
- ULTRA HIGH RESOLUTION MONITOR: 32 inch LED 4K2K HD (3840x2160 resolution), 20,000,000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio for exceptional color accuracy.
- PROFESSIONAL GRAPHIC DESIGN DISPLAY: CAD/CAM and Animation Mode. Incredible image detail with 4ms GTG and 10-bit, 100% sRGB and Rec.709 Optimal Color Precision.
- CONNECT AND COLLABORATE: USB 3.0 and OSD controller for easily switching modes and multiple digital inputs, 5Wx2 Speakers.
- LATEST IPS PANEL TECHNOLOGY: 178/178 Wide Viewing Angle plus Picture-in-Picture (PIP) & Picture-by-Picture (PBP) to enhance convenience and productivity.
- ERGONOMIC DISPLAY: Height Adjustable Stand, Eye Protector Sensor, Zero Flicker and Low Blue Light, plus Pilot software for customized monitor setting.
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resolution | 4K UHD 2160p | QHD Wide 1440p, VGA | FHD 1080p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p |
display technology | LED | LED | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD |
hardware interface | usb3.0 | hdmi, vga | hdmi | usb, hdmi, usb c, displayport | usb, hdmi, usb c, displayport | ethernet, hdmi, displayport, usb c |
viewing angle | 178 degrees | — | — | 178 degrees | 170 degrees | 178 degrees |
mounting type | VESA | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
From the manufacturer
Revive the Moment
Preserve the true colors you captured with BL3201PH's 100% sRGB color space, providing you with brighter, accurate and consistent colors, whether you're working on digital images for sharing your photos or publishing on the web. Capture the moment and never let it fade away.
Enjoy the Clarity with Sharp 4K/UHD and IPS Panel
4K/UHD Monitor
Get crisper, gorgeous images brought by 4K image resolution (3840x2160). That's four times the detail of full HD (1920x1080) often found in Blu-Ray and digital TV.
Wide Viewing Angle with IPS Technology
BL3201PH is equipped with IPS technology offering a wider viewing angle (178° in both horizontal and vertical planes) to users for exceptional clarity and vivid image quality in all angles.
Professionally Rendered Colors with 100% sRGB and Rec. 709
Work with 100% sRGB and Rec. 709 color space where more than 1 billion vibrant colors are accurately reproduced on the screen for professional photo editing and image viewing.
Tailor-Made for the Finest Details
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CAD/CAMThe revolutionary CAD/CAM Mode offers superior contrast on 3D color lines. You can clearly distinguish details in complicated object wireframes, alter monitor color and never miss a line again. |
AnimationAnimation Mode enhances details in dark shadows so you can fine-tune creations effortlessly, while areas that do not require this function remain unaltered. |
Video-EditingA large working plane and precision UHD image quality make it easier to work in multiple windows or on multiple programs at one time. Rec. 709 color space ensures that every color is faithfully represented with precision. |
Graphic ArtsFeaturing UHD resolution, ultra-refined 10-bit display, advanced IPS technology, and 100% sRGB color rendering; BenQ Designer Monitors will exceed your expectations for richness, contrast, and visual dynamics. |
Comfort with a Simple Yet Intuitive Design
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OSD ControllerSwitch between CAD/CAM, Animation, and Low Blue Light Modes, or you can customize with a simple click of a button with the OSD Controller. |
ZeroFlickerStable feedback technology prevents the harmful effects of flickering from tiring or damaging the eyes. |
Low Blue LightThe unique BenQ Low Blue Light Technology is designed to filter out harmful blue light, effectively diminishing eye fatigue and irritation. |
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We know what it takes for ideas to become reality. The passion to craft every detail until it leads to brilliant work. The BenQ BL3201PH Designer Monitor with 4K high resolution (3840x2160), 100% sRGB and a variety of modes including CAD/CAM, animation. Make inspirations come alive.
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Brand | BenQ |
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Item model number | BL3201PH |
Item Weight | 28.6 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 29.14 x 9.13 x 19.3 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 29.14 x 9.13 x 19.3 inches |
Color | Black |
Manufacturer | BenQ |
ASIN | B00O1B5M9I |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 29, 2014 |
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Customers like the color, quality and clarity of the monitor. For example, they mention that the display is gorgeous and clear, 4K content looks amazing and the pixels are clean and crisp. Some appreciate the ease of setup, saying that the controls are intuitive and the OSD is straight forward. That said, opinions are mixed on color accuracy.
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Customers like the color of the monitor. They mention that the display is gorgeous and clear, 4K content looks amazing on this monitor, and 4K wallpapers look gorgeous. The pixels are clean and crisp, and the games look great at higher resolutions. The color reproduction is outstanding, and it has a 100% sRGB color space.
"...The original colors are near perfect. The screen has no defective pixels. Uniformity in brightness and color, is not perfect, but it is very good...." Read more
"...I like 125% scaling in Windows best... gives more resolution to features, while still giving more real estate than on my 2560x1600 display.-..." Read more
"...Clarity was pretty damn pretty for the 4k snippets, but also did a long session watching video and was really happy with how the unit did as a..." Read more
"This thing is absolutely crystal clear. the tech specs are all over this page so i wont dive into it...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the monitor. They mention that it is flawless, has good construction, and works well as a business desktop display. Some say that the stand and hardware are fantastic. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance of this CAD monitor.
"...Seems to work well.- I like the ECO sensor, which detects my presence and puts the display in standby after I'm away for 40 sec...." Read more
"...As I have said above, this is a fantastic monitor if you can put up with annoyances in the way of an occasional flicker/frame glitch you cannot fix...." Read more
"This is an exceptional monitor, and if you're here looking at it in the first place, you should probably go ahead and get it...." Read more
"...Positives:**Build quality and height/tilt adjustment feels solid. I am glad BENQ went with the matte plastic rather than glossy.**..." Read more
Customers like the clarity of the monitor. They say that the text is readable and sharp, and the UI looks OK. They also say movies, TV, and games look buttery smooth at 4K. The picture is awesome, and can be read without any problem. The monitor is responsive and nice, and is noticeably sharper than the 34UM95. Customers also say that it's easier to look at than other monitors.
"...The GOOD:- The picture is gobsmackingly beautiful. Bright, sharp...." Read more
"...text on the monitor isn't as hard as it could be, but the clarity of the text is top notch...." Read more
"...Gaming is smooth, even if only 60HZ.**I received zero back light bleed.**Colors are vibrant.**Zero dead pixels...." Read more
"...the most use out of a 4K monitor for desktop use, as scaling really does kill productivity...." Read more
Customers find the monitor easy to set up. They say the controls are intuitive, the OSD is straightforward, and the on-screen display is easy to use. They also say the program is snappy, responsive, and incredible. Customers also mention that the monitor is plug-and-play and spectacular right out of the box.
"...The USB wired remote controller is also very friendly, and allows the user to program three shortcuts for their specific monitor needs...." Read more
"...So it seems like quite a bargain.- With Windows 8.1 it was plug-n-play and spectacular right out of the box with both my machines...." Read more
"...The little dongle they have for you to adjust the settings is extremely easy to use and very intuitive. Good job...." Read more
"...On screen display is easy to use and switching from HDMI 1.4 to DisplayPort is seamless.**..." Read more
Customers like the size of the monitor. They say that the text is razor sharp but large enough to be usable. They also mention that the 32" size is very immersive. The monitor does not look huge, and is a perfect large multipurpose monitor for programming, recording, and Linux. Windows 10 greatly improves upon scaling, and the scaler is very good.
"...outputs at 1080p/60hz over the HDMI 1.4 connection scales very cleanly on this monitor, and it looks and plays great...." Read more
"...CAD mode and low blue light are a godsend- Excellent on board scalar- 10 bit color reproduction- VESA compatible-..." Read more
"...The box is very small.3) Not the monitors fault, but 4k support in Windows is still shoddy...." Read more
"...The scaler is very good. Games in 1920x1080 are not a blurry, smeary mess. I'd say it looks better than most 32" 1080p TVs I've seen.*..." Read more
Customers like the value of the monitor. For example, they mention it provides the best value for money, is the best 4K monitor for the price, and is an excellent buy.
"...It's price point is very fair for what it delivers, and it's very attractive for many users, in business and graphics applications, and for..." Read more
"BenQ has clearly worked hard to make a quality product at a good price, but my unit didn't work out so well and is being returned...." Read more
"...No shipping costs, no original packaging needed, no tedious trouble-shooting over the phone, no attempt to back-out of the warranty, no hassle..." Read more
"...Otherwise this is a great monitor for the money. I was looking at Dells 32" 4k but it was almost twice as much." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the monitor. They mention that there are no dead pixels, obvious light bleed, or stuck pixels. The colors look great and are bright and natural.
"...The original colors are near perfect. The screen has no defective pixels. Uniformity in brightness and color, is not perfect, but it is very good...." Read more
"...Build quality seems excellent. No bleed. No dead pixels. Relatively thin bezel with no unnecessary lights on it.-..." Read more
"...Basically this monitor does not upscale images...." Read more
"...Colors are vibrant.**Zero dead pixels.Cons:**Black levels leave something to be desired...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the color accuracy of the monitor. Some mention that the color profiles are very easy to set up, and the color is excellent. They also say that there is no back light bleed, and no uneven color. However, some customers report issues with non-uniform color across the display, over saturated colors, and a discernible gradient of color on a white screen.
"...a blank white document take up the whole screen, the white looks warmer on the left and cooler on the right. See the attached pic...." Read more
"...Being IPS-like AHVA, this monitor competes very well for color accuracy and depth...." Read more
"...A couple of final notes, on a white screen there is a discernible gradient of color, not your typical edge bleed these tend to have, from top to..." Read more
"...Movie mode makes everything look pink.I have unplugged my Asus screens, and have set windows 7 to 150% scaling. This makes the monitor usable...." Read more
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So, in February, 2015 I began a search for a replacement monitor. I decided to upgrade to the new 4K standard. After extensive research, upon reading dozens of user reviews, and three commercial reviews, I determined that the BenQ BL3201PH monitor had the best feature set, most closely matching my business needs, and was also widely acclaimed. The commercial reviews that I found for this monitor were:
on digitaltrends, PCMag, and pcmonitors.info. I have omitted the detailed links, because most business retailers don’t accept them in reviews. Readers can easily find these reviews by entering the BenQ BL3201PH monitor in each of these website’s search field. These commercial reviews are basically very good, to excellent, and they really help potential buyers in raising their confidence in their purchase decision.
My requirements for an upgrade monitor were very precise: new 4K resolution, (3840x2160 pixels, for me), 1 Billion color gamut, 32 inch screen (no smaller), no less than 350 Cd/m2 brightness, height, tilt, swivel, pivot stand adjustments. (Must have Pivot for landscape and portrait work in design software) The list is very short for all of the monitors that can meet all of these requirements. Most are VERY expensive. (Greater than $1500 USD, up to $5000 USD) I decided that the BenQ 3201PH was the best choice to fulfill all of my needs.
How’s it doing?
I’ve had the monitor just over a week. It worked fine, right out of the box. But, I ran datacolor calibration on the BenQ, and it made practically no correction to the original monitor calibration. The original colors are near perfect. The screen has no defective pixels. Uniformity in brightness and color, is not perfect, but it is very good. The human eye cannot readily perceive the small differences in all areas of the screen. I have no significant light bleeding.
I’m working in native resolution for most uses, but I have found one need to change screen resolution. When watching DVD movies for entertainment outside of work, I find the native resolution display to be too pixilated. I have found the lower 2560x1440 pixel resolution to be smoother and clearer, to my eyes. Other’s may have different opinions.
Regarding the build quality, it is absolutely First Class. The feature set is fabulous. The stand is very sturdy, in spite of what has been said in the commercial reviews.
I have tested the commercial reviewer’s mentioned issue of BenQ monitor having difficulty rendering distinguishable dark shades of grey and black. (I tested this in CorelDraw software, rendering side-by-side rectangles filed with close, but very slightly different colors, and shades of grey, ultimately to pure black. I find that each of the fine changed colors to be reasonably distinguishable from each other.
The OSD menu system is very friendly, and easy to learn to use. The “buttons” on the bezel to access the OSD are not really buttons, but touch sensitive LED’s. Their LED lights turn on when your finger is about half an inch from the bezel, and remain on briefly for the user to make a selection. The USB wired remote controller is also very friendly, and allows the user to program three shortcuts for their specific monitor needs. I have selected: Picture Mode (white balance adjustment), Brightness (level), and Input (monitor source) selection, among MANY other BenQ included choices.
After a week of HEAVY use, I can say that I am extremely satisfied with this monitor purchase, and I can highly recommend the BenQ BL3201PH high end design-graphics monitor to all potential buyers having similar needs to mine. (Used with multiple PC’s in high-end applications) I have no hesitation in making this recommendation. I ONLY wish that the BenQ could display at 380 Cd/m2 brightness, like my other (still owned original purchased, trouble-free HP ZR2740w) monitor that I have remaining on my second Intel i7 PC. I have these monitors cross cabled, using new aftermarket (not in- the-box) HDMI 2.0 and DP and dp 1.2 long cables for use in screen pivoting, and being able to work with both monitors simultaneously from either PC, using XFX Double D Radeon R9 270X-CDFC video cards.
I’m a very happy camper. I just miss the brightness for the BenQ that my HP monitor has. But, I can have that brightness when I need it, through my dual monitor arrangement.
December 21, 2015 Update
I've had problems with use and brands of the DP 1.2 cables. As I mentioned, above, I cross cabled two PC's, using mini DP to DP v1.2 and DP to DP cables. The BenQ monitor wasn't able to work with this arrangement of both DP and mini DP cables simultaneously connected. So, I had to settle for the mini DP to DP v1.2 cable from my main PC to the BenQ monitor and use an HDMI cable from the other PC. It is my feeling, although I am not sure about this that the DP signal is just one input into the BenQ monitor video architecture, and can be a either mini DP, or a DP cable, but not BOTH at the same time, from two different sources. The reason that I am not completely sure about this is that I had another problem. See below.
I also needed to use long cables to be able to pivot the monitor in use to either landscape or portrait modes, and some excess cable is needed beyond the 6 foot OEM cable furnished by BenQ. So, I ordered a SYBA Model SY-CAB33016 9 ft mini DP to DP v1.2 and also a SYBA Model SY-CAB33024 9 ft DP to DP v1.2 cable for the purpose of long cables and monitor pivoting. (Other supplier than Amazon) This did not work, as mentioned above and the BenQ monitor would not detect either cable signal when both cables were connected to it and would not display a signal from either PC. So, I decided to just make the long cable swap from the factory cable, connected my one main PC with the new 9 ft. mini DP to DP v1.2 cable, without the second DP to DP cable connected to the monitor. This would not work either. So, I went back to the factory 6 ft mini DP to DP v1.2 cable (unmarked - can't tell brand), and searched for a new cable. I purchased this cable: Coboc D-MINID-MM-10-WH 3ft 32AWG Displayport1.2, a 10 ft. mini DP to DP v1.2 cable (from another supplier). I replaced the factory cable with this new longer Coboc cable, and all is well. The BenQ monitor now works with both PC's direct, or as extended work space monitors, with the cross cabling, as I intended.
Some lessons here
None of these new version cables have "V1.2" on them, although they are supposed to support the higher standard. The Coboc DP cables are certified to work with the version 1.2 standard for all applications. (The detailed specs are presented on newegg web page for the Coboc cable product) You may think you're getting a good cable that will work, stated to be v1.2, but this isn't just necessarily correct. Every cable that doesn't work is 10 Bucks down the drain. When you get a v1.2 cable that works as such, mark it so that you won’t get it mixed up with older v1.1 cables that won’t support 4K resolution at 60 Hz refresh rate.
I will try a second Coboc mini DP to mini DP cross cabled to the BenQ monitor input port to see if it really will receive two signals from different sources, or not. Another 10 Bucks into the experiment.
Overall, I have extremely high satisfaction with the BenQ BL3201PH monitor. It's quality is near perfect, and its specifications and features are truly unmatched by any competitor product in the same class. It's price point is very fair for what it delivers, and it's very attractive for many users, in business and graphics applications, and for gamers.
I've not used the internal speakers. I use only high-end Altec Lansing speakers on my PC's. I've not used the Picture in Picture or Picture by Picture features. I don't really have need of those features with multiple monitors.
The GOOD:
- The picture is gobsmackingly beautiful. Bright, sharp. I don't have color calibration equipment, but the factory default colors look great to my fairly sensitive eye... except for the non-uniform backlight issue below.
- Build quality seems excellent. No bleed. No dead pixels. Relatively thin bezel with no unnecessary lights on it.
- The Anti-Glare coating is well calibrated... effectively prevents glare, but not grainy. I can still easily see each pixel.
- Unlike the first round of 32" 4K monitors, which used IGZO panels and required MST (Multi-stream Display Port), this new round uses IPS and only needs SST. I only know if 3 models currently: Samsung U32D970Q, Eizo EV3237, and this BenQ which is far less expensive than the other 2, and unless you need Adobe RGB I can't see that it gives up anything to those others. So it seems like quite a bargain.
- With Windows 8.1 it was plug-n-play and spectacular right out of the box with both my machines. In fact when I tried to install the supplied drivers it said I was already using the latest.
- I like the "Eye protect" feature, which adjusts the brightness of the display based on sensed ambient light. Seems to work well.
- I like the ECO sensor, which detects my presence and puts the display in standby after I'm away for 40 sec. When I come back, by the time I've sat down the display is back on and ready to go.
- A hockey-puck like remote control has customizable buttons for direct access to some settings, particularly picture modes.
The BAD:
- Biggest issue I'm seeing is non-uniform color across the display. This is most noticeable by making a blank white document take up the whole screen, the white looks warmer on the left and cooler on the right. See the attached pic. If I can get this 1 thing improved, I will give it 5 stars.
- Since I tend to use 2 computers at the same time connected to the monitor, I need an efficient way to switch between them. A DisplayPort KVM switch would be ideal, but they tend not to support KVM resolutions, except for "secure" ones that run up around $800 and don't work with keyboards and docking stations that have usb hubs. So I was hoping the monitor would support efficient switching between its 2 display port inputs, but it doesn't. It would be so easy for BenQ to allow assigning inputs to the customizable buttons on the remote control, but they don't. They provide "Display Pilot" software which lets you choose settings, including, input selection from software, but weirdly it includes every input except the mini-DP!? So 3 button presses on the remote is about the best I can do.
- The accompanying CD comes with Display Pilot 2.12, which allows you to adjust pretty much everything you can do through the OSD, but more easily. However, when I had it check and install updates, it downloaded version 2.22, which seems to have gotten rid of all the monitor controls and only gives the desktop partitioning controls that allows you to, for example, snap windows into quadrants. (This is a feature coming with Windows 10, and something I set up Autohotkey scripts to do on Win8)
- When the ECO sensor is enabled, after 2 hours of non-presence it does a hard shut-off and you need to hit the power button to turn it back on. I wish this was optional. I may just use Windows to sleep the display with inactivity.
Here are some Windows/App settings that work well for me:
- I ultimately found nothing on the CD worth installing.
- I like 125% scaling in Windows best... gives more resolution to features, while still giving more real estate than on my 2560x1600 display.
- Also 125% scaling in IE and Chrome.
- Lightroom font size to Medium.
- I found the font for plain text emails in Outlook didn't scale well. To fix open MS Word: File->Options->Advanced->General->Web Options->Fonts. - Change the proportional and Fixed-width fonts to something that Windows can scale better. I picked Calibri Light and Consolas.
- Turn the sharpness down to the 5-7 range for smoother looking fonts.
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Having said that, this monitor just revived an old HP PC from 2008. To be able to use this monitor I had to upgrade the video card to support the monitor and upgrade the PSU because the video card mfr recommended a higher wattage than the 350 I had previously. The video card I'm using is the Sapphire Radeon RX 460 which uses the AMD chipset and therefore supports AMD FreeSync which this monitor also utilizes. Sapphire Radeon RX 460 OC 1210MHZ 2G GDDR5 PCI-E HDMI/DVI-D/DP OC (UEFI) Graphic Card
FreeSync helps the GPU and the monitor work together to provide flicker free operation. So far so good.
I don't use windows scaling but I do use 110% on Google Chrome to make web pages easier to read. At 32", you don't really need scaling and gives you THAT much more real estate to run multiple windows. That's the big win with this monitor.
I haven't played with all of the settings yet, but the little puck that gives you quick access to the settings is pretty neat and blends in with the rest of the stuff on my desk.
I think the best feature of this monitor (remember I'm coming from a 9 year old monitor) is that when you walk away from it, it turns off. When you come back and sit in front of it, it turns back on! Brilliant! This feature needs to be activated, it's not on by default.
I was a little hesitant to replace my 24" HP monitor with a 32" behemoth. I was worried about it being too large. But I got used to it pretty quickly and honestly I don't think it looks too big at all. I should point out that I am not using the stand that comes with the monitor, I am using a VESA desktop mount that I was using with my old monitor. Actually I'm using this exact one: Duramex (TM) LCD Monitor Mount Stand Fully Adjustable upto 27" (Single Monitor Desk Mount)
If you are planning to VESA mount your monitor, you will be glad to hear that this monitor is shipped and packaged without being attached to the default stand. This makes it super simple to attach it to the mount of your choice without having to disassemble it first. Even the screws it comes with are black so it really rounds out the overall look. A small touch but just makes it better overall.
If I had one wish, it is that the DP cable that it comes with is too short for my application. The pictures you see are using the cable that comes with it, but I'll need to run out and buy a longer one to properly route it so that it is neat and secured away.
Overall I'm really happy with this monitor and the decision to move up to UHD from the HD monitor I had before.
Reviewed in Canada on December 3, 2016
Having said that, this monitor just revived an old HP PC from 2008. To be able to use this monitor I had to upgrade the video card to support the monitor and upgrade the PSU because the video card mfr recommended a higher wattage than the 350 I had previously. The video card I'm using is the Sapphire Radeon RX 460 which uses the AMD chipset and therefore supports AMD FreeSync which this monitor also utilizes. [[ASIN:B01J1M4H8I Sapphire Radeon RX 460 OC 1210MHZ 2G GDDR5 PCI-E HDMI/DVI-D/DP OC (UEFI) Graphic Card]]
FreeSync helps the GPU and the monitor work together to provide flicker free operation. So far so good.
I don't use windows scaling but I do use 110% on Google Chrome to make web pages easier to read. At 32", you don't really need scaling and gives you THAT much more real estate to run multiple windows. That's the big win with this monitor.
I haven't played with all of the settings yet, but the little puck that gives you quick access to the settings is pretty neat and blends in with the rest of the stuff on my desk.
I think the best feature of this monitor (remember I'm coming from a 9 year old monitor) is that when you walk away from it, it turns off. When you come back and sit in front of it, it turns back on! Brilliant! This feature needs to be activated, it's not on by default.
I was a little hesitant to replace my 24" HP monitor with a 32" behemoth. I was worried about it being too large. But I got used to it pretty quickly and honestly I don't think it looks too big at all. I should point out that I am not using the stand that comes with the monitor, I am using a VESA desktop mount that I was using with my old monitor. Actually I'm using this exact one: [[ASIN:B00NI3WVAS Duramex (TM) LCD Monitor Mount Stand Fully Adjustable upto 27" (Single Monitor Desk Mount)]]
If you are planning to VESA mount your monitor, you will be glad to hear that this monitor is shipped and packaged without being attached to the default stand. This makes it super simple to attach it to the mount of your choice without having to disassemble it first. Even the screws it comes with are black so it really rounds out the overall look. A small touch but just makes it better overall.
If I had one wish, it is that the DP cable that it comes with is too short for my application. The pictures you see are using the cable that comes with it, but I'll need to run out and buy a longer one to properly route it so that it is neat and secured away.
Overall I'm really happy with this monitor and the decision to move up to UHD from the HD monitor I had before.
Having it come with all the cables was pretty great and a nice surprise. Display scaler works well and doesn't look fuzzy or blury at non-optimal resolution. The controller puck is nice to have and a bit easier to use than the on-screen buttons. Wished the OSD was a bit higher resolution than is displayed. Ports on the side are very nice to manage multiple cables (I have a few machines I connect this too and swap between them or use the PIP feature to use).
Price is a bit high but it is a fantastic monitor and works great on my MacBook Pro 4,1 (early 2008) at 4K 30hz via DualLink DVI-D and my Lenovo X220 at 4K 30hz via DisplayPort.