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HP 27er 27 in IPS LED Backlit Monitor T3M88AA ABA
Last Updated: October 1, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.5
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Display Clarity
74screen, display, resolution, ips, price
+91%
-9%
" ... The screen is amazing and my favorite is that it's bezel-less so it makes it look very smooth! ... "
" ... I purchased this HP 27er IPS LED Monitor and all I can say is wow. ... I have had many monitors in the past but so far this is the best looking monitor of them all. ... So if you need a new monitor and want to be able to see everything in clarity then get this monitor while you can. ... "
" ... This Monitor is excellent. ... With the large screen and large letters I can easily read the letters and images ... I highly recommend this Monitor for people wuth poor eyesight like me. ... "
" ... And there was a tremendous improvement from the former monitor. ... The screen can be tilted as you desire and the 21.5" screen is great for most uses. ... "
" ... Just so you know, I use these displays primarily for stock trading and charts. ... "
" ... I am very pleased with the quality of the display. ... "
" ... The screen can't stand up against the gorgeous 5K 27" monitor on my iMac but it looks great for the resolution - and low price. ... "
" ... Great screen and great turnaround getting it. ... "
Device Compatibility
53mac, love this monitor, hp, second, laptop
+91%
-9%
" ... And there was a tremendous improvement from the former monitor. ... "
" ... It meets all my needs, and is even better than the previous monitor. ... "
" ... I use this as a second monitor for both my Mac and PC as well as a tv screen for netflix and hulu . ... "
" ... Love this monitor. ... It is perfect for having a screen off a mac book. ... "
" ... I've been using this for 2 months as a second screen to my MacBook Pro w/touchbar. ... "
" ... I use this monitor everyday and works well. ... Would recommend for inexpensive reliable monitor. ... "
" ... Works well with my Surface Pro and MacBook Pro. ... "
" ... Works well in my double monitor set up. ... "
Price
51monitor, money, reasonable, beat, size
+94%
-6%
" ... Great unit at a good price. ... "
" ... Perfect for this price. ... "
" ... These are great monitors for the price. ... "
" ... Amazing monitor for this price point! ... "
" ... We are happy with the performance for the price. ... "
" ... The price is VERY GOOD! ... "
" ... This monitor is phenomenal, especially for the price. ... "
" ... and the price is good, but the taxes are not reasonable (high) ... "
Color
28colors, resolution, white, sharp, monitor
+89%
-11%
" ... These are very bright and super sharp. ... "
" ... Backlight and color is pretty bright and vivid too. ... "
" ... I ordered 2 of these and one is slightly different color shows. ... "
" ... Color is sharp, the native resolution is very comfortable, because I haven't adjusted it at all. ... "
" ... The color accuracy is fantastic. ... "
" ... I’ve Fine tuned the calibration on this thing so that I can trust it for broadcast and cinema color grading. ... "
" ... Bought for our receptionist and the white backs are a nice change. ... "
" ... The glossy screen really pops out every detail of the image, I know it's only 1080p but you would be impressed with the quality of the iamge of this monitor. ... "
Picture Quality
26quality, image, monitor, screen, pictures
+100%
" ... Not the highest quality picture nor audio, but I wasn't expecting that. ... "
" ... When I look at pictures and watch videos on this screen its crystal clear with great detail. ... "
" ... Beautiful picture, and easy to set up. ... "
" ... This is a great monitor has a better looking picture than a 4k I have on the same brand of laptop computer and a bargain price. ... "
" ... Minimal bezel and great image quality. ... "
" ... I have used it with both Windows and Mac computers and the image quality has been acceptable for both. ... "
" ... Picture quality is very good and I am happy I paid a tiny bit more for a nicer monitor than some of the cheaper ones. ... "
" ... I have used it with both Windows and Mac computers and the image quality has been acceptable for both. ... "
Design
26sleek, looks, design, slim, modern
+96%
-4%
" ... I love the thin bezel and the looks of it overall. ... "
" ... The moniters look sleek! ... I love the color, the weight and how thin it is. ... "
" ... It's very elegant looking, but more importantly, the quality of it allows me to read very well without eye strain. ... "
" ... What is amazing is the physical design of the monitor and its stand. ... "
" ... Their design is crafted well, which I think will age gracefully as the industry goes towards thinner bezels and a slimmer design. ... "
" ... I love the thin bezel and the looks of it overall. ... "
" ... Pretty decent looking. ... "
" ... Looks good and works okay AT FIRST. ... "
Resolution
171080p, resolution, 4k, ips, hp
+100%
" ... I researched a whole lot and this is by far the best 1080p 23.8 inch out there. ... "
" ... The screen can't stand up against the gorgeous 5K 27" monitor on my iMac but it looks great for the resolution - and low price. ... "
" ... This is a great monitor has a better looking picture than a 4k I have on the same brand of laptop computer and a bargain price. ... "
" ... IPS panel, 27inch, 2 HDMI. ... "
" ... I am using this monitor to replace a former, less-than-1080p monitor. ... This HP 22er is a 1080p HD monitor and it was the perfect replacement for my old security system monitor. ... Since my new security system cameras and DVR were also 1080p, it made sense to have these connected to a 1080p monitor so all of the details could be seen. ... "
" ... This is a great monitor for watching HD video. ... "
" ... I researched a whole lot and this is by far the best 1080p 23.8 inch out there. ... "
" ... I purchased this HP 27er IPS LED Monitor and all I can say is wow. ... I can only imagine what the ENVY 4K Monitor must be like. ... "
Setup
15easy to set, easy, set, tools, super
+100%
" ... Super easy setup just plugged it in a bam! ... "
" ... Easy to set up no tools needed. ... "
" ... Setup was easy, picture looks good to me ... "
" ... Easy to set up no tools needed. ... "
" ... Set up was easy and quick. ... "
" ... The bezel comes off real easily if you are not careful during installation. ... "
" ... Easy to set up no tools needed. ... "
" ... Set up was easy. ... "
Product Reliability
15monitor, hp, problems, lasted, weeks
+47%
-53%
" ... I had to ship it to them and wait for two weeks for it to be repaired. ... "
" ... It's been shutting on and off for the past 4 weeks, I've only had this monitor for maybe 5 months. ... Today it's died altogether. ... "
" ... Monitor is 8 months old, and no longer works. ... I actually bought two at the same time, and less than a year later, neither of them can even be powered-on. ... "
" ... Hasn't even lasted a year. ... It went completely out. ... "
" ... However, I purchased two of these, and they both have the same problem. ... "
" ... The monitor stopped working today. ... We tried a bunch of different things and we are now stuck with a non working clutter. ... "
" ... This Product only lasted me 5 months before a glitch in the computer monitor showed up. ... So overall no satisfied with how long it lasted ... "
" ... This Product only lasted me 5 months before a glitch in the computer monitor showed up. ... So overall no satisfied with how long it lasted ... "
Size
15space, thin, take, size, lightweight
+87%
-13%
" ... Not to mention it doesn’t take up a lot of space on your desk. ... "
" ... It is a) suuuuuper easy to set up, take apart, and reassemble (without tools and without small parts to lose) b) really easy to carry around—partly because it's so lightweight and partly because the design of the stand, being a big metal loop, can function as a carrying handle. ... "
" ... For the money, it's a very nice monitor and it's very slim. ... "
" ... It's a solid screen and I love the size. ... "
" ... Also, very thin and fits on the desk nicely. ... "
" ... For the size and cost this is great quality. ... "
" ... I love the color, the weight and how thin it is. ... Not to mention it doesn’t take up a lot of space on your desk. ... "
" ... It's very slim and lightweight. ... "
Ease of Use
14easy to set, set, tools, super, setup
+86%
-14%
" ... Set up was easy and quick. ... "
" ... Set-up is a breeze. ... "
" ... Super easy setup just plugged it in a bam! ... "
" ... Set up was easy. ... "
" ... Easy to set up no tools needed. ... "
" ... Easy to set up no tools needed. ... "
" ... Easy to set up no tools needed. ... "
Ports
13monitor, vga, plug, port, hdmi cable
+54%
-46%
" ... I suggest upgrading the HDMI cable to 4K and you’ll also need an adapter for your IMAC as well! ... "
" ... I was looking for a portable external monitor for working at home. ... I tried two portable usb monitors but neither of them worked for me. ... It hooks up easily to either HDMI or miniport. ... You may need an adaptor depending on your computer. ... "
" ... Came with a power cord and HDMI cord. ... "
" ... Great flat screen, Plugged it into the hdmi on my mac mini, and up it came. ... "
" ... IPS panel, 27inch, 2 HDMI. ... "
" ... Using this monitor as an external display with my MacBook Pro laptop. ... "
Display Size
9screen, web, surfing, general, 21 5 inch
+78%
-22%
" ... The size and clarity of the monitor are very good. ... "
" ... And the amount of screen space is a dream. ... "
" ... I have the 21.5 inch size and its fine for general web surfing etc. ... "
" ... I have the 21.5 inch size and its fine for general web surfing etc. ... "
" ... I have the 21.5 inch size and its fine for general web surfing etc. ... "
" ... It's a solid screen and I love the size. ... "
" ... It's a solid screen and I love the size. ... "
Sound Quality
8sound, monitors, monitor, good, screen
+100%
" ... Excellent monitor--worth every penny--but the speakers are awful ... "
" ... Had to buy other speakers, screen great just can't use internal speakers ... "
" ... On paper it sounds very good. ... "
" ... good monitors - remember it has no built in sound ... "
" ... Will have to purchase separate speakers. ... "
" ... Sound is okay too, not as loud even when it is at 100. ... "
" ... The speakers on this are super helpful too . ... I suggest at that point getting some speakers of some sort which I am looking into :) ... "
" ... Sound is better than my other monitors. ... "
Software Platform
8windows, even, software, second, problem
+75%
-25%
" ... I use this as a second monitor for both my Mac and PC as well as a tv screen for netflix and hulu . ... "
" ... Downloaded drivers from the net. ... "
" ... I'm using the monitor with a Windows 7 machine that detected the monitor with no problem, but even better automatically sent the audio via hdmi so just one cable is connected to the computer. ... "
" ... Great to use with Adobe programs, CAD software and even general email / surfing the net. ... "
Build Quality
8wish, fragile, broke, aluminum, top
+75%
-25%
" ... Solid metal base. ... "
" ... This new monitor has a more sturdy stand. ... "
" ... If you buy this, get the protection plan as well. ... "
" ... The stand is aluminum and very well built and matches my Macbook Pro 2017. ... "
" ... The stand is aluminum and very well built and matches my Macbook Pro 2017. ... "
Returns
7wait, weeks, returned, model, like
+14%
-86%
" ... Had to return it. ... "
" ... Have send back and wait for a refund. ... "
" ... They weren't able to replace it. ... I had to ship it to them and wait for two weeks for it to be repaired. ... "
" ... As I will be returning to Miami December 30, I would like you to inform me what I should do to solve my problem, In my country there is no technical assistance for this model . ... "
" ... Worse yet, there is no way that we can see to return it through Amazon. ... "
" ... Worse yet, there is no way that we can see to return it through Amazon. ... "
Marketplace
7seller, quality, prime, picture, photos
+100%
" ... I love the quality of the image. ... "
" ... I plan to edit some photos on it as well. ... "
" ... The picture is great! ... "
" ... I highly recommend this product as well as vendor/seller. ... "
" ... It's modern and feel fresh to review photos! ... "
" ... benefited as Prime member. ... "
Gaming
6monitor, use, games, would, works
+100%
" ... This monitor would work great for gaming as well as graphics! ... "
" ... Works great for everyday use or gaming. ... "
" ... Works great for everyday use or gaming. ... "
" ... Great deal for a cheap gaming monitor. ... "
" ... I use this exclusively for my Xbox to play games on and if there's any additional benefit to having a "gaming monitor" I don't see it. ... Every game looks great and I haven't seen and noticeable ghosting or motion blur. ... "
" ... I use this exclusively for my Xbox to play games on and if there's any additional benefit to having a "gaming monitor" I don't see it. ... Every game looks great and I haven't seen and noticeable ghosting or motion blur. ... "
Controls
6menu, buttons, months, ceased, power button
+17%
-83%
" ... Silly me, I assumed it would swivel to vertical, like my old viewsonic from 2012 whose power button stopped working last week. ... "
" ... No adjustments or settings can correct this. ... "
" ... However, after about six months, the power and menu buttons on the bottom of the monitor have ceased to function. ... "
" ... However, after about six months, the power and menu buttons on the bottom of the monitor have ceased to function. ... "
" ... However, after about six months, the power and menu buttons on the bottom of the monitor have ceased to function. ... "
Weight
6light, thin
+100%
" ... It is light weight and the box is sturdy, so it will be great for moving around. ... "
" ... I love the color, the weight and how thin it is. ... "
" ... They look great and are very light weight. ... "
" ... They look great and are very light weight. ... "
" ... They look great and are very light weight. ... "
Fit
6thin, look, nice, handle, fit
+83%
-17%
" ... Also, very thin and fits on the desk nicely. ... "
" ... Design is sleek and fantastic to look at, it fits in well with my mac book pro. ... "
" ... Though it does snap right back in place. ... "
Comfort
6unplug, menu, erratically, bottom right hand, appearing
+33%
-67%
" ... Even at very slight angles - left, right, up, or down. ... "
" ... Sometimes, while adjusting the angle of the monitor, it comes off into my hands. ... "
" ... In order to power the monitor off I have to unplug it, and the menu options are now appearing erratically in the bottom right-hand corner of my screen. ... "
" ... In order to power the monitor off I have to unplug it, and the menu options are now appearing erratically in the bottom right-hand corner of my screen. ... "
Capacity
5bought, three, living, hp, home
+80%
-20%
" ... So good, I bought 4 of them so all family members could enjoy. ... "
" ... I bought two HP 27er since I work from home often. ... "
" ... bought three of these for the office. ... "
" ... bought three of these for the office. ... "
Print Quality
5work, print
+80%
-20%
" ... HP, thank you for hitting ALL check marks and most importantly, making it affordable! ... "
" ... If you are a graphic designer who does print work or need higher resolution, go ahead and spend $500 or more. ... "
" ... HP just works. ... "
" ... I bought two HP 27er since I work from home often. ... "
Delivery
5delivered, day, arrived
+100%
" ... It was delivered quick and was packaged well. ... "
" ... Delivered quickly and set up is easy. ... "
" ... Loved the quick delivery and no shipping cost. ... "
Screen Protection
5turn, spending, monitor, line, dollars
+60%
-40%
" ... Great screen and great turnaround getting it. ... "
" ... I use double screens for accounting and this works perfectly as the second screen. ... "
Cables
4cable, hdmi, vesa, mounting, monitor
+25%
-75%
" ... Since the beginning he had problems with the buttons and the contact of the HDMI cable. ... "
" ... My only gripes are the annoyingly short cord on the power brick, and there are no VESA mounting holes. ... "
" ... My only gripes are the annoyingly short cord on the power brick, and there are no VESA mounting holes. ... "
Product As Described
4quality, picture, photos, modern, love
+100%
" ... I love the quality of the image. ... "
" ... I plan to edit some photos on it as well. ... "
" ... The picture is great! ... "
" ... It's modern and feel fresh to review photos! ... "
Viewing Angles
4angle, would, tilt angle, monitor, beautiful
+75%
-25%
" ... The tilt angle is great. ... "
" ... The tilt angle is great. ... "
Cleaning
4turn, screen, picture, monitor, design
+25%
-75%
" ... everything had a slight "dirty" look. ... "
" ... Dirty screen and doesn't turn on. ... "
" ... Sure, you can see a picture as you tilt slightly away from the monitor in any direction, but it is a washed out mess. ... "
Clarity
4hook, easy, clarity
+100%
" ... The quality and clarity is awesome. ... "
Apps
3use, software, even, email, drivers
+100%
" ... Downloaded drivers from the net. ... "
" ... Great to use with Adobe programs, CAD software and even general email / surfing the net. ... "
" ... Great to use with Adobe programs, CAD software and even general email / surfing the net. ... "
Device Stand
3vesa, mounting, monitor, holes, cord
+33%
-67%
" ... Big and doesn't really require the stand. ... "
" ... My only gripes are the annoyingly short cord on the power brick, and there are no VESA mounting holes. ... "
Storage
3desk, take, lot
+100%
" ... Does not take up too much desk space. ... "
" ... Not to mention it doesn’t take up a lot of space on your desk. ... "
" ... Not to mention it doesn’t take up a lot of space on your desk. ... "
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Resolution: Full HD 1080p