ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED)
ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED (W-OLED)
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CASUAL GAMING: Best in Class—9.8/10
COMPETITIVE GAMING: Best in Class—9.6/10
PRODUCTIVITY: Poor—5.8/10
MEDIA CONSUMPTION: Very Good—8.0/10
RESOLUTION: Good—7.0/10
BRIGHTNESS: Good—7.1/10
CONTRAST: Best in Class—10.0/10
COLOR VOLUME: Poor—5.6/10
REFRESH RATE: Very Good—8.0/10
RESPONSE TIME: Best in Class—10.0/10
TEXT QUALITY: Fair—6.6/10
The ViewSonic XG272 2K OLED monitor is a high-end option that excels in areas such as contrast with an infinite contrast ratio, making it great for HDR gaming and media consumption. With an OLED panel, it offers deep blacks and vibrant colors, suitable for digital and print photo editing with a wide color gamut. It has a very good refresh rate, appealing to competitive gamers, and includes features like an adjustable stand and multiple HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 1.4 ports. However, its high price reflects its premium features, and its peak brightness may not be as high as some other HDR-capable monitors, potentially affecting performance in very bright rooms. Casual gaming and productivity are decent, but it might not be the best choice if you're focused on those activities, mainly due to its moderate text quality and possible reflections due to the matte coating. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- OLED provides deep blacks and high contrast
- High refresh rate for smooth gaming
- Wide color gamut for vibrant images
- Adjustable stand for ergonomic setup
- HDR support enhances gaming and media
Cons
- Lower brightness compared to some monitors
- Not ideal for competitive gaming due to possible ghosting
- Limited HDR video editing capabilities
- Matte coating may affect image vibrancy
Ratings by Category
Casual Gaming:5.0
The casual gaming score is based on a variety of factors including refresh rate, resolution, contrast, brightness, color gamut and screen coating.
Competitive Gaming:4.9
The competitive gaming score is based on a variety of factors including refresh rate, total response time, variable refresh rate, strobing and brightness.
Media Consumption:4.4
The media comparison score is based on a variety of factors like resolution, contrast, brightness and screen coating
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $900 | ||
Screen Size | 27" | ||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | ||
Screen Type | OLED | ||
Screen Sub-type | W-OLED | ||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | ||
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | Inf:1 | ||
SDR Peak Brightness | 450 nits | ||
HDR Peak Brightness | Unknown | ||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | Yes | ||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | ||
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | 0.02 ms | ||
Variable Refresh Rate | 40 - 240 Hz | ||
Strobing / BFI | No | ||
Persistence Blur Score  | 8/10 | ||
Ghosting Score | 10/10 | ||
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | 110 PPI | ||
Coating | Matte | ||
Text Clarity Score | 6.6/10 | ||
Image Clarity Score | 7.1/10 | ||
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | ||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 0 | ||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 2 | ||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | ||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | ||
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