178° wide-view angles VA249HE feature with a 178° wide-view angle that minimizes color shift on both horizontal and vertical planes to ensure quality visuals from almost any direction. 3000 1 ultra-high contrast ratio With 3000 1 and 250 cd/m2 brightness VA249HE augments display contrast and sharpness by adjusting backlighting luminance to achieve the deepest blacks and brightest whites for truly lifelike visuals. ASUS-exclusive SplendidPlus technologies They have raised the bar by incorporating some of their proprietary technologies into the ASUS VA249HE series to give you a truly vivid visual experience. The VA249HE features the SplendidPlus Video Intelligence technology that optimizes videos and images by enhancing color brightness contrast and sharpness. SplendidPlus features two new modes - Reading and Darkroom - in addition to the Scenery Standard Theater sRGB and Night View modes. Low-blue Light and Flicker-free technologies also reduce the strain on your eyes after long periods of use..