Acer KB272 EBI 27" IPS FHD (1920 x 1080) Frameless Gaming Desktop Monitor | AMD FreeSync Technology | Up to 100Hz Refresh | 1ms (VRB) | Low Blue Light | Tilt | HDMI and VGA Ports, Black (UM.HK2AA.E02)
These comments are mixed. I have a 27" 100Hz IPS version. I connect the monitor via the HDMI (digital) port, but I'm glad the monitor also has the option of a VGA (analog) input because VGA is a pre-standard on older computers. For me, the brightness and color are excellent and the picture is quite clear. Since I don't play fast-paced video games, I can't comment on their performance with these network configurations.
feature:
- IPS (to me) is better than VA screens. It's a small difference, but if you're picky, that's IPS.
- The edges are ultra-thin, giving you the most useable real estate with very little waste.
- An amazing $120. I see it's $160 now and think it's still good value for money.
- Beautiful images are ready to use.
- VESA-compatible wall (or arm) mounting.
- Choice of HDMI or VGA inputs.
- It looks good when the device is on or off.
Possible side effects (for some):
The stand included is very wide on the bottom and may be difficult to attach to the watch. I briefly tried attaching the screen to the base and the instructions tell you how to turn it over to mount it securely - I don't know how to attach it securely. I don't care because I plan on using a "monitor arm" (I have one from MOUNTUP) that works fine on my 1 inch thick computer desk. But if you want to use the included mount, I don't know how to attach it securely and would give it a star for that.
Inside the monitor is an AC-DC power adapter (aka power adapter) that looks neater than a separate power adapter. However, if the power supply fails, the replacement is successful. For the price paid, it's ok and might be some people's favorite.
The power cord and connection to the computer (HDMI or VGA) start at the bottom, not directly at the back. Again, it looks slimmer, but I prefer it at the back so it's easier to tie on. You may have to do a few tries before everything is connected.
The screen can be set in terms of brightness, color, on / off, etc. From the right back of the device. Once you know where they are and which they are, you can easily get to them by "feeling". The "Menu" button opens on the screen that you can scroll through. I made it appear but didn't try to change it. All screens are probably that way these days, but I prefer the good old days when there were about five physical buttons on the front or bottom of the screen that you could use to change brightness, tint, etc. Of course, these screens were also much more expensive than today's screens, since smaller screens weren't as good as they are today. Just want to say that if you want to change the settings, it will take some time to figure it out.
It doesn't have the pixel density of more expensive screens, but I don't need a high density screen for my use. The images and text look great to me from my seat (about 60cm away).
Overall, it's great for my use as a non-gaming VESA mount monitor, and for the price I paid it's amazing. The only frustration I can think of is when using the included mount/stand and not knowing how to attach it to the monitor (I thought there must be a way but didn't try too hard since I was using the external "arm" mount anyway). Or maybe it's not as good as the others if you like fast action games, but I don't know about that.
- 27-inch IPS Full HD (1920 x 1080) monitor for home, gaming or the office
- AMD FreeSync technology
- Response time: 1ms VRB | Refresh rate: 100 Hz (via HDMI connection) | Brightness: 250 lumens | Pixel distance: 0.311 mm
- Ergonomic tilt: from -5° to 15° | VESA mount compatible (100 x 100 mm)
- Connections: HDMI 1.4 port, VGA port (HDMI cable included)