In recent years, the popularity of monitors with a diagonal of 27 "has increased significantly. Manufacturers offer 27-inch models designed for home use, for professional photographers and designers, as well as for gamers. The collection covers new items released in 2017.
Content:
Dell S2718D - the thinnest monitor
This monitor, announced by the manufacturer at CES 2017, has an ultra narrow frame, the width of which is only 5 mm, and about the same thickness as the screen.
The developers were able to create such a thin monitor due to the removal of all the electronics in the device stand. The model is based on an IPS matrix with a resolution of 2560x1440.
Benefits:
- Stylish modern design that attracts attention;
- High image quality thanks to Dell HDR technology, combining high dynamic range with increased color depth;
- The sRGB palette is 99% covered, which makes it possible to use the device for professional processing of graphic material;
- Working behind the monitor is as comfortable as possible by minimizing glare, eliminating flicker and reducing the blue glow of the screen;
- The presence of the USB Type-C port allows you to combine the monitor with other devices.
Disadvantages:
- High price (about 35 thousand rubles).
Samsung C27F591FDI - the best curved monitor
The curved shape of the monitor provides wide viewing angles, making the screen appear larger. The resolution of the 8-bit SVA matrix is 1920x1080, which corresponds to the standard Full HD. The novelty is distinguished by a modern design - thin outer frames, the original round stand.
Benefits:
- The presence of built-in speaker system, including two speakers with a capacity of 5 watts;
- LED-backlight without flicker (Flicker-Free) in the whole range of brightness;
- The semi-matte surface of the screen significantly reduces the crystalline effect;
- Convenience control, which provides a five-way joystick located on the back wall;
- Supports AMD FreeSync adaptive sync technology;
- Reasonable price for a monitor with a curved matrix of 27 ”(from 16.5 thousand rubles).
Disadvantages:
- No VESA compatible mount;
- Strong color shift and low backlight uniformity in terms of brightness;
- When switching some of the modes, the quality of the gradients suffers.
Samsung C27H711 - the best backlit monitor on quantum dots
Illumination technology on quantum dots supports better color reproduction. Quantum dots - nanocrystals, emitting visible light by passing a current.
The use of nanocrystals in monitors provides a more uniform fill of the matrix with light. The response time is 4 ms, and the screen refresh rate is 60 Hz.
Benefits:
- Modern, frameless design in a minimalist style, so that the monitor will fit into any interior;
- All wires are hidden under removable plugs of the stand and housing;
- A curved matrix with a radius of 1800R creates a more realistic image;
- Extended to 125% range of supported shades from the sRGB palette;
- On the white plastic, from which the back panel and stand are made, fingerprints and daily dust are not visible;
- High pixel density of 2560x1440 provides image clarity;
- Support for AMD FreeSync technology, eliminating gaps in the picture even during dynamic scenes.
Disadvantages:
- Mediocre viewing angles;
- There is no Pivot function that allows the monitor to be turned into portrait mode;
- No height adjustment.
Asus PA279Q ProArt - the best monitor for designers and photographers
The model is aimed at photographers, designers and other professionals who work closely with graphics. The monitor captures 100% of the sRGB spectrum. This is the first model with such a wide color gamut, correctly reproducing the space of Adobe RGB 1998, as well as sRGB.
Benefits:
- The GB-LED backlight allows you to reproduce the most saturated colors and reduce the yellowness that is characteristic of WLED solutions;
- With a screen resolution of 2560x1440, the pixels are so small that they are not visible to the naked eye even at the closest possible location to the screen;
- The ability to rotate the screen in portrait mode, as well as raising the display to a fairly high position;
- Designer chip - notches (measuring scale) are made along the perimeter of the screen frame;
- The monitor is equipped with six USB 3.0 ports, one of which supports fast charging technology;
- The presence of a slot for reading memory cards of various formats;
- Built-in stereo, including two speakers with a capacity of 3 watts;
- Ability to connect headphones and external speakers.
Disadvantages:
- Uneven color temperature;
- High price (from 54 thousand rubles).
Asus ROG Swift PG27VQ - the best gaming 4K monitor
The model is aimed at game lovers and professional gamers. It brings game graphics to a new level of quality. This is one of the first 4K displays with a high refresh rate, which is 144 Hz. Gamers will take advantage of first-person shooters, races and sports tournaments.
Benefits:
- High ergonomics of the stand with backlight - it turns in all directions, rises, bends, allows you to rotate the display in portrait mode;
- The technology of quantum dots, which is used in the monitor, expands the color rendition, thanks to it the gradation of color is smoother. The plot reproduced on the display is as realistic as possible;
- Thanks to G-SYNC technology, the image output is smooth, without gaps or delays;
- Support for technology G-SYNC HDR ensures high image quality and with more saturated colors;
- The resolution of 3840x2160 and the frequency of 144 Hz make it possible to obtain an ultra-high-definition picture with a smooth frame rate.
Disadvantages:
- Wires are not removed in the stand;
- High price (about 70 thousand rubles).
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