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Screen Resolution | 2560x1440 |
Max Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 Pixels |
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LG UltraGear QHD 27-Inch Gaming Monitor 27GL850-B, Nano IPS 1ms (GtG) with HDR 10 Compatibility and NVIDIA G-SYNC, 144Hz, Black
Brand | LG |
Screen Size | 27 Inches |
Resolution | QHD Wide 1440p |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Screen Surface Description | Hard coating (3H) |
About this item
- Designed especially for gaming, this Nano IPS display features vibrant color, contrast, clarity, and detail, while delivering ultra-fast 1ms (GtG) response rates
- With HDR10 support and color performance with 98% coverage of the sRGB spectrum, you'll see the game as the developers intend, with accurate and vivid color
- A high native 144Hz refresh rate with 1-millisecond Motion Blur Reduction keeps you firmly in the action while reducing blur and ghosting, rendering screen objects more clearly
- With compatible video cards, NVIDIA G-SYNC virtually eliminates screen tearing and minimize stutter in high-resolution and fast-paced games for a fast and fluid gaming experience
- Dynamic Action Sync helps reduce input lag to help you respond to on-screen action quickly. Black Stabilizer dynamically brightens dark scenes to help you find enemies in the dark. Enhance your accuracy in firefights with the Crosshair feature
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LG 27GL850-B
Geared Up for Victory
See your way to victory with the innovative 27GL850 UltraGear gaming monitor, providing the crispest visuals and the sharpest clarity. You can experience breath-taking immersion on a Nano IPS display with a 1ms response time.
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Nano IPS Display
Feel Actual Combat with True Colors
Delivers stunning image reproduction that brings your virtual world to life from any vantage point.
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IPS 1ms (GtG)
Designed for Incredible Speed
Providing the minimized afterimage and a fast response time, enjoy a whole new gaming performance.
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NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible
G-SYNC Compatible Validated by NVIDIA
Reducing screen tearing and minimizing stutter for a smoother, faster gaming experience.
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144Hz Refresh Rate
An ultra-fast speed of 144Hz allows immediate action on the screen. Experience a smoother, clearer movement during the most action intense gaming.
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HDR10
27GL850 supports HDR10, enabling realistic visual immersion with rich colors and contrast. Regardless of the battlefield, gamers experience the sensation of being in the center of it. See all the dramatic colors the game developers intended.
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AMD FreeSync Premium
With FreeSync Premium technology, gamers can experience seamless, fluid movement in hi-resolution and fast-paced games. It virtually eliminates screen tearing and stuttering. *Comparison of Mode 'OFF' (left image) and AMD FreeSync Premium.
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Dynamic Action Sync Presents Action as It Happens
Get the closest thing to real-time gaming. Dynamic Action Sync elevates your gameplay for a pro-level experience. Respond to action, opponents and every moment with minimized input lag and unbelievable performance.
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See Detail in the Darkness with Black Stabilizer
Your gameplay is never in the dark. Black Stabilizer is your ally to attack or defend against enemies hiding in the shadows. It delivers a pro-level gaming experience for enhanced vision and a jump on the competition.
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Crosshair Feature Brings an Accuracy Advantage
Accuracy is at the center of your gameplay with the Crosshair feature. Center-display crosshairs give enhanced vision and pro-level precision for increased accuracy in first-person shooter games.
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Ergonomic Design
Complete Your Battlestation
Enhance your gaming experience with eye-catching design, and virtually borderless design. The base can be adjusted to change the tilt, height and pivot of the monitor to help you play game more comfortable.
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Price
| — | $226.99$226.99 | $219.99$219.99 | $269.99$269.99 |
Screen Size (Inches)
| 27 | 27 | 27 | 32 |
Panel Type
| IPS | IPS | IPS | VA |
Resolution
| 2560x1440 | 2560x1440 | 2560x1440 | 1920x1080 |
Virtually Borderless Design
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Refresh Rate (Hertz)
| 144 | 144 | 144 | 165 |
Aspect Ratio
| 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Color Gamut
| sRGB 99% | DCI-P3 98% | sRGB 99% | sRGB 95% |
Response Time (GtG, in ms)
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
On Screen Control
| ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
Adaptive Sync
| NVIDIA G-Sync/AMD FreeSync | NVIDIA G-Sync/AMD FreeSync | G-Sync/FreeSync Premium | G-Sync/FreeSync Premium |
Inputs/Outputs
| HDMI (2)/DisplayPort | HDMI (2)/DisplayPort | HDMI (2)/DisplayPort | HDMI (2)/DisplayPort |
Speakers
| ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✘ |
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
For gaming | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.0 | 4.6 |
Picture quality | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.4 |
Brightness | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 |
Value for money | 4.3 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | 3.1 | 4.5 |
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display size | 27 inches | 27 inches | 27 inches | 23.8 inches | 32 inches | 27 inches |
resolution | QHD Wide 1440p | QHD Ultra Wide 1440p | QHD Ultra Wide 1440p | FHD 1080p | QHD Wide 1440p | QHD 2560 x 1440 (DisplayPort: 165 Hz, HDMI: 144 Hz) |
display technology | LED | LCD | OLED | LED | LCD | LED |
hardware interface | hdmi | hdmi, displayport | hdmi, displayport, usb3.0 | hdmi, displayport, 3 5 mm audio | hdmi, displayport | hdmi, displayport |
viewing angle | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | — | — | 178 degrees |
mounting type | VESA Compatibility - Mountable: 100 x 100mm | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
HDMI ports | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
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Immerse yourself in your favorite games with this fast IPS monitor featuring a 1ms (GtG) response time, wide viewing angles, and high color accuracy with sRGB 99%. See moving objects on the screen more clearly with a high native 144 Hz refresh rate and 1ms Motion Blur Reduction. NVIDIA G-SYNC support virtually eliminates screen tearing and minimize stutter in high-resolution and fast-paced games for a fast and fluid gaming experience with supported video cards. Dynamic Action Sync reduces input lag and elevates your gameplay, allowing you to respond to your opponents quickly, while Black Stabilizer allows you to see them more clearly in the dark. Use the Crosshair feature for enhanced vision and precision in first-person shooters. Adjust the tilt, height, and pivot for the best ergonomics, ensuring that you have the most comfortable viewing position to play your games.
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Technical Details
Brand | LG |
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Series | 27GL850-B |
Item model number | 27GL850-B.AUS |
Item Weight | 13.5 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 10.8 x 24.2 x 22.6 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 10.8 x 24.2 x 22.6 inches |
Color | Black |
Power Source | AC |
Voltage | 110240 Volts |
Manufacturer | LG |
ASIN | B07TD94TQF |
Date First Available | June 28, 2019 |
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4.7 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #41,969 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,102 in Computer Monitors |
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Customers like the quality, color, and response time of the monitor. They mention that it's a very high quality display, with vibrant colors and viewing angles. They appreciate the fast response time, saying that it ensures buttery-smooth gameplay. Customers also like the performance, and image quality. However, some customers have mixed opinions on brightness, and picture quality.
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Customers like the quality of the monitor. For example, they say it has a very good panel, a high-quality display, and it addresses all quality control concerns. Some mention that it's an excellent monitor for 2K 144Hz.
"...It has addressed all of the quality control concerns that I’ve experienced throughout my quest of trying to obtain a high refresh rate, 1440p IPS-..." Read more
"...Pros: Well reviewed panel, Freesync works on Nvidia/Intel now + low framerate compensation means the display doesn't tear below 48 FPS, ICC profiles..." Read more
"It's a decent monitor as it was my first 1440p monitor from the usual 1080p. At first I thought I accidentally bought a tv but that's just the box...." Read more
"...However, I upgraded to the RTX 4070 Super graphics card and this monitor is fantastic...." Read more
Customers like the color of the monitor. They mention that the colors are vibrant, and not at all saturated. They appreciate the better colors and viewing angles, which more than compensate for the lower refresh rate. Overall, customers are happy with the picture quality, color accuracy, and contrast of the product.
"...White uniformity is even across the entirety of the screen while the factory calibrated colors appear accurate even next to my calibrated Dell...." Read more
"...Power cableThings I like:- Color accuracy in sRGB mode is about as good as it gets without advanced calibration-..." Read more
"...Backlight bleed is minimal, very pleasant surprise. Movies and Youtube look fine on this gaming display, just a shame that 1440p/4k haven't began to..." Read more
"...Everything on this monitor is so smooth and just explodes with color...." Read more
Customers like the response time of the monitor. They say it has fast response times comparable to TN panel monitors, the brightness is good, and the refresh speed is nice. The 144Hz refresh rate ensures buttery-smooth gameplay. The delivery was super quick, and it runs great at 1440p at 144MHz. The power saving mode is quick to respond to a sleeping computer.
"...to 100% eliminate any ghosting or visual artifacts and it is still very fast. Blows my 8 year old LCD "gaming monitor" out the water in every metric...." Read more
"...has zero backlight bleed and excellent uniformity, contrast, and response time...." Read more
"...Power saving mode is quick to respond to a sleeping computer- Some of the gaming features are neat, even if I won't use them-..." Read more
"...The delivery was super quick (it took about a week from placing an order to the final delivery) and was packed pretty sturdy...." Read more
Customers find the value of the monitor to be unbeatable for the price. They say it's a very good compromise and a solid deal. Some mention that the stand to the monitor is not a ton of fuss like other gaming brands.
"...Easily the best in this price range." Read more
"...displays this makes for a nice choice for an upgrade at a very reasonable price. The 144mhz refresh rate works as advertised...." Read more
"This was an absolute BEST BUY! great price, fast shipping, and the quality is out of this world! We play games like WOW and etc...." Read more
"...totally recommend if you're looking for a quality monitor at a reasonable price." Read more
Customers like the performance of the monitor. For example, they say it works flawlessly with no issues, it does everything they need it to, and it runs games great with no problems. Some mention it's a good solution without requiring tons of GPU power like 4K.
"...It's not a huge improvement but it certainly helps for free performance...." Read more
"...When I received the box, I immediately tested the monitor, and it worked without issues...." Read more
"...No problems ever with this monitor...." Read more
"...That alone was odd, but when I plug in the monitor, it did not turn on...." Read more
Customers like the image quality of the monitor. For example, they say the 1440p resolution offers a crisp and detailed picture, and the images are smooth. Some say the 144Hz display is very nice, and that the resolution jump is great. That said, some say the drop in resolution isn't too noticeable.
"...G-SYNC works as described- Picture quality is great, and the 144hz refresh rate is a game changer if this is an upgrade for you-..." Read more
"...gamut (ADOBE RGB and DCI coverage), bright, great viewing angles, high resolution. Unfortunately they are almost always 60hz...." Read more
"...The presets were either too dim or washed out. The image is very clear, and I and I prefer overall compared to the 4k LG 27UL500-W that I have it..." Read more
"...: Well reviewed panel, Freesync works on Nvidia/Intel now + low framerate compensation means the display doesn't tear below 48 FPS, ICC profiles..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the brightness of the monitor. Some mention it's great, with minimal LED glow. Others say that the brightness isn't the best, and the glow looks very apparent in photos. They also mention that the contrast ratio is weaker and the screen is unnaturally vibrant.
"...Very bright and clear colors at any brightness, I experience almost zero glare from a bright window behind me at full brightness...." Read more
"...The glow looks very apparent in photos but in real life it's not that bad. This is due to being edge-lit with edge LEDs and not selectively dimmed...." Read more
"...Its plenty bright even in quite a bit of sunlight though I've heard HDR 400 is a bit low compared to some other high resolution monitors in this..." Read more
"...TFT Central recommends brightness of 23 with a boost to red - it was too dim and way too red, so I'm guessing LG has adjusted out-of-the-box..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the picture quality of the monitor. Some mention that they have no dead pixels or stuck pixels, while others say that the white pixels flickered in the screen. Some customers also mention that the monitor started black screen with line flickering.
"...Horrendous backlight bleed, and a stuck pixel to go with it. Amazon rectified the issue within 2 days, and the second panel is better...." Read more
"...Cons: I had to exchange the first panel I received. First panel had one dead pixel out of the box, and the vertical edges of the display were much..." Read more
"...The display that I got came with no issues, no dead pixels, and the backlight bleed does not bother me much if at all during normal use...." Read more
"...Con's- Possible QC issues - One stuck pixelI have had this monitor for about two months now...." Read more
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I experienced colors very slightly being off and slight ghosting out the box on initial set up using display port, however setting display port version to 1.2 instead of 1.4 fixed this issue. Another reviewer reported this issue also, not sure what is really changing here. Possibly the cord provided but not sure, this monitor cant use any of the features that DP version 1.4 has, so 1.2 is plenty adaquate. To set this its located deep in the settings somewhere, good luck.
The many settings are moderately confusing to navigate as some settings are only available on some modes with pleny of sub menus, however game modes allow the most settings and you can make it perfect as you see fit. The response time is very impressive, I turned it down to low response to 100% eliminate any ghosting or visual artifacts and it is still very fast. Blows my 8 year old LCD "gaming monitor" out the water in every metric. The software G sync works great with my RTX 2080 super, however the frame rate is 5-15 fps lower than it would be with conventional V sync. So if you are pushing the limits of your graphics card you may experience some studdering or delay. Above 75 fps the monitor was smooth and fast. If you cannot maintain 75+ fps at 1440p then I would not intend on using G sync or lower the graphics settings, as it is software G sync and does have some processing to do so the higher the average framerate the better. Doing full rgb colors reduced the max from 144hz to 120hz, but makes it look that much better. If I get into a game that my 2080 decimates I may change this back. I sucessfully overclocked to 165 hz without issues (set custom resolution in Nvidia control panel with a higher hz), however I dont see the need as its so smooth already at 144hz there is little difference going higher. My experience is it doesnt really look smoother than 144hz until you get into the 200s, which unfortunately this monitor cannot do. If you have a great graphics card that cant quite do 4K, get this monitor you wont regret it. Easily the best in this price range.
I did not buy this display because I am a hardcore gamer; I bought it because I wanted a quality monitor with good color reproduction, a uniform panel, and good response time. My purchase was based solely on the off chance of LG producing a monitor where quality control wasn’t an after-thought. Now that it has finally arrived, I am proud to report that this monitor delivers. The display has zero backlight bleed and excellent uniformity, contrast, and response time. White uniformity is even across the entirety of the screen while the factory calibrated colors appear accurate even next to my calibrated Dell. Outside of sRGB mode, the colors do come off as over-saturated, although some may prefer the added vibrancy of the Nano IPS technology (I did not). Black levels are on par with most other IPS-type displays that I’ve used despite the specified measurement coming in at a somewhat lower figure than similar displays. As for response time, it seems universally accepted by the monitor community that the fast setting is adequate in preventing overshoot. The faster and fastest settings produce undesirable artifacts known as coronas. Despite this monitor not having variable overdrive, I have had no perceivable issues when it comes to gaming as I do tend to binge on CS:GO from time to time.
If I had to nit-pick, and I do because this is a review where transparency informs prospective buyers, I will say that the strength of the presence of IPS glow on my display falls on the moderate end of the spectrum. This could be due to the fact the panel is 27 inches, which is a decent amount of real estate for this phenomenon to occur. It is also important to keep in mind that this is something that varies on a per panel basis. Without a doubt, it is a consequence of choosing to utilize an IPS panel for one’s computing purposes. Regardless, it is nothing unexpected or anything that cannot be addressed by adjusting the brightness level as well as the viewing distance, height, and angle. Besides simply turning down the brightness, placing the monitor further away is one way to remedy the matter. Another way to minimize the glow is to position the screen in such a way that one’s gaze meets the center of the screen as IPS-type displays fare better when the height of the top bezel is of equal height or greater in relation to one’s eyes. A final tip is to manipulate the screen’s tilt angle as oftentimes angling it upwards reduces glow.
By applying these adjustments, I can easily say that this is overall the best monitor that I’ve used to date. I will not sit here and bash Asus’ most recent iteration of their high refresh rate, 1440p IPS-type display, the PG279QZ, as one can refer to the top review of the PG279QZ to see what types of problems plague those monitors. What I will say is that it’s a breath of fresh air to see that quality control still exists in consumer-grade monitors. Realistically, no manufacturing process is going to produce near perfect monitors all of the time; however, this purchase has instilled confidence in me when it comes to the LG brand. I imagine that this model will provide all disillusioned monitor buyers a glimmer of hope when it comes to having a fighting chance at obtaining a quality monitor in this realm of the market.
***As per a request in the comments, I've attached pictures of the monitor at brightness of zero, 50%, and 100%. I also managed to track down another monitor from Micro Center, so I posted the same array of shots for this sample too. The results were very similar; however, a small circular area of bleed does exist in the top left corner. It is somewhat noticeable on a black screen unless I increase the height of the stand. To identify the pictures of the second monitor, please see the pictures without the headphones in them. Despite trying several approaches and platforms, the photo uploader refuses to retain the sequence in which I had originally ordered them).***
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Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2019
I did not buy this display because I am a hardcore gamer; I bought it because I wanted a quality monitor with good color reproduction, a uniform panel, and good response time. My purchase was based solely on the off chance of LG producing a monitor where quality control wasn’t an after-thought. Now that it has finally arrived, I am proud to report that this monitor delivers. The display has zero backlight bleed and excellent uniformity, contrast, and response time. White uniformity is even across the entirety of the screen while the factory calibrated colors appear accurate even next to my calibrated Dell. Outside of sRGB mode, the colors do come off as over-saturated, although some may prefer the added vibrancy of the Nano IPS technology (I did not). Black levels are on par with most other IPS-type displays that I’ve used despite the specified measurement coming in at a somewhat lower figure than similar displays. As for response time, it seems universally accepted by the monitor community that the fast setting is adequate in preventing overshoot. The faster and fastest settings produce undesirable artifacts known as coronas. Despite this monitor not having variable overdrive, I have had no perceivable issues when it comes to gaming as I do tend to binge on CS:GO from time to time.
If I had to nit-pick, and I do because this is a review where transparency informs prospective buyers, I will say that the strength of the presence of IPS glow on my display falls on the moderate end of the spectrum. This could be due to the fact the panel is 27 inches, which is a decent amount of real estate for this phenomenon to occur. It is also important to keep in mind that this is something that varies on a per panel basis. Without a doubt, it is a consequence of choosing to utilize an IPS panel for one’s computing purposes. Regardless, it is nothing unexpected or anything that cannot be addressed by adjusting the brightness level as well as the viewing distance, height, and angle. Besides simply turning down the brightness, placing the monitor further away is one way to remedy the matter. Another way to minimize the glow is to position the screen in such a way that one’s gaze meets the center of the screen as IPS-type displays fare better when the height of the top bezel is of equal height or greater in relation to one’s eyes. A final tip is to manipulate the screen’s tilt angle as oftentimes angling it upwards reduces glow.
By applying these adjustments, I can easily say that this is overall the best monitor that I’ve used to date. I will not sit here and bash Asus’ most recent iteration of their high refresh rate, 1440p IPS-type display, the PG279QZ, as one can refer to the top review of the PG279QZ to see what types of problems plague those monitors. What I will say is that it’s a breath of fresh air to see that quality control still exists in consumer-grade monitors. Realistically, no manufacturing process is going to produce near perfect monitors all of the time; however, this purchase has instilled confidence in me when it comes to the LG brand. I imagine that this model will provide all disillusioned monitor buyers a glimmer of hope when it comes to having a fighting chance at obtaining a quality monitor in this realm of the market.
***As per a request in the comments, I've attached pictures of the monitor at brightness of zero, 50%, and 100%. I also managed to track down another monitor from Micro Center, so I posted the same array of shots for this sample too. The results were very similar; however, a small circular area of bleed does exist in the top left corner. It is somewhat noticeable on a black screen unless I increase the height of the stand. To identify the pictures of the second monitor, please see the pictures without the headphones in them. Despite trying several approaches and platforms, the photo uploader refuses to retain the sequence in which I had originally ordered them).***
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What's in the box?
- Your new panel and stand (w/ cable management system)
- HDMI 2.1 and DP 1.4 cables
- Power cable
Things I like:
- Color accuracy in sRGB mode is about as good as it gets without advanced calibration
- Power saving mode is quick to respond to a sleeping computer
- Some of the gaming features are neat, even if I won't use them
- G-SYNC works as described
- Picture quality is great, and the 144hz refresh rate is a game changer if this is an upgrade for you
- The monitor settings are intuitive, and the controls are better than the four button system present on other panels
What I don't like:
- Backlight bleed still present in second panel
- The stand is flimsy, and has a lot more give than I'd like. I'll be replacing it soon.
- On the topic of the stand, the cable management system is a joke. It amounts to a hook on the back in an inconvenient location. If your machine is to the left of your monitor... You will not use this.
- The power cable has an ENORMOUS power supply that takes up more than half of a standard power strip
Overall, I'd have no trouble recommending this monitor. I'm happy to accept that I got a bad panel the first time, and that it isn't the norm. Expect to replace the stand, but other than that... Well done LG.
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No todo es bueno, hay detalles. El monitor tiene diferentes tiempos de respuesta y el FASTER que viene siendo 1 ms, no lo recomiendo, lo dejaría en FAST que creo son como 3-5ms. También por lo que entiendo es que es compatible con G-Sync pero en si no tiene el hardware para hacerlo.
Entonces en teoría tiene 1ms, G-Sync y HDR pero no funcionan al 100%. Que aun sin eso el monitor es excelente la verdad.
Para mas información, hay una reseña de LinusTechTips sobre este monitor menciona a todo lo bueno y malo de este modelo.
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Reviewed in Mexico on January 21, 2022
No todo es bueno, hay detalles. El monitor tiene diferentes tiempos de respuesta y el FASTER que viene siendo 1 ms, no lo recomiendo, lo dejaría en FAST que creo son como 3-5ms. También por lo que entiendo es que es compatible con G-Sync pero en si no tiene el hardware para hacerlo.
Entonces en teoría tiene 1ms, G-Sync y HDR pero no funcionan al 100%. Que aun sin eso el monitor es excelente la verdad.
Para mas información, hay una reseña de LinusTechTips sobre este monitor menciona a todo lo bueno y malo de este modelo.
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The stand is quite nice to use. Super adjustable. Looks decent. Does what it needs to do lol.
You've probably been asking yourself for days, TN or IPS panel? And probably you just can't make up your mind. And after doing a lot of my own research, I finally crystalized my thinking on it, and perhaps what I concluded can help you too.
Your choice will depend on the type of gaming you prefer. If you are a *primarily* FPS-gamer, I'd stay with mid to upper-range TN panels for now. Sure, the colors will be a little more washed out, but those super-low response times and input lag combined with 240HZ (or better) will be what you want. However, if you play a mix of FPS and adventure/mmorpg/other games, and/or you want to watch videos/pictures/etc and have them look amazing, this particular IPS panel is fantastic. The colors are undeniably better than TN panel with the performance coming startlingly close to that of a TN panel---perhaps close enough that only a professional FPS player might be able to tell the difference. And finally, if you don't play FPS at all, then this monitor is also suitable, though perhaps even more than what you need. (As a non-gamer, you might consider VGA for the most true-to-life color representations, though the response times/input lag make them not really that suitable for gaming).
Hope that helps.
Do recommend this monitor, though not to those on a budget. But I consider it worth the money I spent. If you are on the fence, try shopping for it around Black Friday/Cyber Monday and see if you can snap up a deal!
Picture shows new monitor in middle, 27''. On right is an old, 18.1'' alienware laptop screen for comparison. On left is meshify S2 computer case.
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Reviewed in Canada on November 7, 2019
The stand is quite nice to use. Super adjustable. Looks decent. Does what it needs to do lol.
You've probably been asking yourself for days, TN or IPS panel? And probably you just can't make up your mind. And after doing a lot of my own research, I finally crystalized my thinking on it, and perhaps what I concluded can help you too.
Your choice will depend on the type of gaming you prefer. If you are a *primarily* FPS-gamer, I'd stay with mid to upper-range TN panels for now. Sure, the colors will be a little more washed out, but those super-low response times and input lag combined with 240HZ (or better) will be what you want. However, if you play a mix of FPS and adventure/mmorpg/other games, and/or you want to watch videos/pictures/etc and have them look amazing, this particular IPS panel is fantastic. The colors are undeniably better than TN panel with the performance coming startlingly close to that of a TN panel---perhaps close enough that only a professional FPS player might be able to tell the difference. And finally, if you don't play FPS at all, then this monitor is also suitable, though perhaps even more than what you need. (As a non-gamer, you might consider VGA for the most true-to-life color representations, though the response times/input lag make them not really that suitable for gaming).
Hope that helps.
Do recommend this monitor, though not to those on a budget. But I consider it worth the money I spent. If you are on the fence, try shopping for it around Black Friday/Cyber Monday and see if you can snap up a deal!
Picture shows new monitor in middle, 27''. On right is an old, 18.1'' alienware laptop screen for comparison. On left is meshify S2 computer case.
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Reviewed in Mexico on October 4, 2023
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