Quick Review: Acer S275HL bmii IPS Monitor

Specs That Matter

Display Size: 27 Inch

Panel Model: LG e-IPS

Pixel Pitch: 0.3114mm

Color Depth: 6-bit + A-FRC

Screen Coating: Glossy

Response Time: 6ms (grey-to-grey)

Brightness: 250 nits

Static Contrast Ratio: 1000:1

Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Backlight: LED

Refresh Rate: 60Hz

Connectivity: VGA (1), HDMI (2)

Features: Integrated speakers, external PSU

4 out of 5

Rating:

+ Positives

• Small bezel, flush with display.
• Input connections built into base provide efficient and effective cable management.
• Large size at economical price.
• Glossy coating has excellent clarity and really makes the colors "pop".
• Very thin and minimalistic design.
• Wide viewing angles customary with IPS panels.
• External power brick allows for a consistent physical thinness for the entire monitor.

- Negatives

• Backlight uses PWM for dimming so you may have issues if you're sensitive to flicker.
• The S275HL doesn't use a true 8-bit IPS panel, but still manages to provide solid color accuracy.
• Stand has no height adjustment, swivel or pivot. Only tilt.
• Screen is very reflective, so well lit or sunny rooms may be problematic.
• Comparatively low resolution (1080p) for a 27" display.

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