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ViewSonic VA2855SMH 28 Inch 1080p LED Monitor with Enhanced Viewing Comfort HDMI and VGA Inputs
Last Updated: March 6, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.8
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/10
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440
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79
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Display Clarity
88display, screen, viewsonic, monitors, resolution
+88%
-13%
" ... The user running spreadsheets and lots of detail. ... "
" ... Small footprint and great display! ... "
" ... - Screen is big, so it is much easier for my eyes. ... "
" ... As an engineer for a communications company, I needed something with the large screen for drafting. ... Text is clear, lines are thin and easy to see, drafting is much easier than with my 22" monitor. ... "
" ... Simple yet beautiful display! ... "
" ... Very nice, sharp monitor. ... Size is big enough for split screen work. ... "
" ... I was unsure whether to get 2 20" screens or one larger one and opted for this 27" screen. ... It look great and I use it alongside my laptop screen for a 2nd monitor. ... I almost always use this screen and keep a couple of windows open on my laptop screen that I want to monitor. ... Screen is bright, nice colors and a good price. ... "
" ... I thought I was going blind since I just could not get the old displays bright enough like my laptop screens. ... Even my IPS display'd chromebook was much better. ... So I searched for IPS displays with VESA mounts and found these - reluctant because I already had Viewsonic displays, I thought I would check and see anyway. ... "
Device Compatibility
58monitors, laptop, dual, love this monitor, viewsonic
+95%
-5%
" ... These has been some great monitors. ... "
" ... It's just different from my other monitor so with time it will get easier. ... "
" ... Purchased as an inexpensive dual monitor setup for a laptop. ... "
" ... So satisfied that I bought a 2nd one to replace an aging monitor on another computer. ... "
" ... This is a great monitor! ... "
" ... I needed to set up my home office with dual monitors, I bought 2 of these and hooked 'em up and went to work! ... "
" ... I really like this monitor. ... The package was also superior and concealed that it was a monitor. ... "
" ... Bought 2 of these monitors to upgrade my home office set up, that i use at least half of the work week. ... "
Price
51monitor, value, money, excellent, viewsonic
+98%
-2%
" ... Good monitor at a good price. ... "
" ... Viewsonic makes a Quality Product at a good price. ... "
" ... And the price was right. ... "
" ... Excellent quality with good price. ... "
" ... Best monitor for the money. ... "
" ... It's worth every penny of it's price. ... "
" ... For my pretty basic needs, this is a really nice monitor at the right price point. ... "
" ... Not -quite- as sharp as the Samsung, but perfectly good and the price was excellent! ... "
Picture Quality
47bright, monitor, image, viewsonic, speakers
+96%
-4%
" ... Picture quality was real good. ... "
" ... The new monitor has a very clear picture and color is great. ... "
" ... The picture is good, and the speakers are decent for their size. ... "
" ... Very good image quality ... "
" ... Don't be confused by "frameless" design though, still have border around endge without picture. ... "
" ... Has a bright, sharp picture. ... "
" ... picture is fine . ... "
" ... Picture quality is good for me, but please note that I'm NOT doing video/photo editing nor gaming. ... "
Color
42bright, crisp, picture, image, display
+93%
-7%
" ... The colors are nice and clear. ... "
" ... Its a nice looking monitor and the display was crisp and bright, however there was a green tint to the colors that no amount of fiddling could correct. ... Black also appeared washed out at default settings. ... "
" ... I had to adjust a couple things for it to produce colors the way I like (I like more vivid.) ... "
" ... great bright colors, never had an issue ... "
" ... Clear screen and bright colors. ... "
" ... If you just want a cheap monitor and price is more important than color accuracy then this is a definite buy for you. ... Last but not least this monitor has horribly bright blacks. ... "
" ... The colors are much better than my older monitor so it is better at viewing photos. ... "
" ... Screen is bright, nice colors and a good price. ... "
Sound Quality
27sound, monitor, built in speakers, speaker, sound quality
+89%
-11%
" ... Speakers are kind of tinny, but I was actually looking for monitors without speakers and bought these due to the great price, so, I've set up my Bose bluetooth speaker as my default speaker in Windows which solves the issue mentioned in another review of sound defaulting to the monitor speakers when using HDMI cables. ... "
" ... - This monitor also has build-in speaker and I now don't have to use headphone to listen to video and music. ... "
" ... I dont use it for sound so I cant comment on that. ... "
" ... The integration of speakers into the monitor was a nice perk. ... "
" ... The picture is good, and the speakers are decent for their size. ... "
" ... I realize that the built in speakers are low quality but they are perfect for my needs on my computer. ... "
" ... If you want half-way decent sound, you need separate speakers. ... "
" ... The audio quality is better than any other monitor I've used. ... "
Product Reliability
22working, last, months, stopped working, monitor
+86%
-14%
" ... Working good without any problem ... "
" ... Worked, no dead pix ... "
" ... Again this is what I have own in the last 3 years. ... I have own many over the years. ... "
" ... It's been a month so far and I have not had any issues. ... "
" ... I only gave 4 stars for durability as I have had this only a couple of months. ... So far it is working well and no issues, but without a longer time using it, I cannot give 5 star yet. ... "
" ... And it worked perfectly right out of the box. ... "
" ... I have used this product nearly every day for a couple of months. ... "
" ... Seems to be working well. ... "
Ports
19monitor, vga, 3 5mm, audio, hdmi and vga
+84%
-16%
" ... This is my first external widescreen monitor. ... "
" ... Going from a 19" VGA to this 24" HDMI made viewing everything so much better. ... "
" ... Nov 2018: Connected to computer with an HDMI cable instead of a VGA cable, and it made a huge improvement. ... "
" ... Had no issues adding it as 2nd external monitor ... "
" ... I purchased three of these monitors and hooked them up to a Dell PC using a Dell triple display docking station. ... "
" ... Using a Blackmagic HDSDI->HDMI converter into 2x of these monitors. ... "
" ... It seems like a good monitor, not very many ports but it does the job. ... "
" ... Supports both hdmi and vga (for older laptops). ... "
Setup
18setup, monitor, set, install, base
+100%
" ... For less than $300 I was able to get the setup I wanted and stop looking like Frankenstein monitor setup. ... "
" ... Easy set up. ... "
" ... Setup took me all of five minutes, most of that spent attaching the base. ... "
" ... The setup was easy. ... "
" ... Easy to install and use with desktop computer. ... "
" ... Looks sharp, lightweight, fast setup. ... "
" ... Installation was seamless ... "
" ... Unit came in perfect condition, plug and play, nothing to install. ... "
Marketplace
18amazon, works, nice, described, advertised
+89%
-11%
" ... Right out of the box, the picture was good. ... "
" ... (Pics to show array . ... "
" ... The picture looks nice and is a little tricky to adjust but it's not impossible. ... "
" ... Love Amazon's fast shipping. ... "
" ... I order the 23" by mistake and reorder the 27". ... "
" ... Great picture and nice packaging so it arrived safely. ... "
" ... Even better when Amazon has it $20 off! ... "
" ... received on time. ... "
Ease of Use
15setup, set, easy to set, monitor, menu
+87%
-13%
" ... The setup was easy. ... "
" ... Easy to install and use with desktop computer. ... "
" ... Easy setup, no need to do a lot of configuring int he menu. ... "
" ... Easy set up. ... "
" ... It has a pretty clear display and easy user interface. ... "
" ... The setup with my computer was quick and easy. ... "
" ... Easy to assemble, but the bottom left side of the monitor sagged and, no matter what I tried, it wasn't level. ... "
" ... - Easy to set up. ... "
Device Stand
15vesa, stand, monitor, arm, works great
+80%
-20%
" ... We have two of these set up in an office, with a dual arm wall mount (also purchased on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MTCTGVX/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_sol_25 ) The set up looks awesome, and the monitors have a clear crisp picture. ... "
" ... You can mount it with a VESA mount (100X100). ... "
" ... it's set up for that with the VESA mounting holes. ... "
" ... This works great when mounted on an AirDesk via VESA arm. ... "
" ... I like the stand also. ... "
" ... Works great as an office monitor and has VESA mounting holes for replacing the monitor stands. ... "
" ... I bought this monitor to mount on the wall (computer setup in the garage). ... Used a cheap 100mm VESA wall mount from Amazon and we're in business. ... "
" ... Very good for this purpose as it has a VESA 100 mount and a very thin bezel so the monitor setup is as seamless a possible. ... "
Resolution
14resolution, ips, 1080p, 27, vga
+86%
-14%
" ... I love it, it doesn't even look 1080p it looks 4K, the way it keeps up is amazing, it even turns on when I turn on my PS4, without hitting the power button ... "
" ... Great monitor for the price, but I'd step up to the "ASUS Designo MX279H 27" Full HD 1920x1080 IPS HDMI VGA Frameless Monitor" if you have the extra money. ... "
" ... Color rendition and saturation are both excellent and maximum resolution maximize high definition and clarity for videos and fast paced digital action over Internet or gaming input. ... "
" ... Of course, the gist is that this is 27" monitor, with an IPS screen (good viewing from all angles), two video inputs (HDMI and VGA), 3.5mm audio in and 3.5mm audio out, and two speakers. ... "
" ... Monitor resolution is very clear and crisp. ... "
" ... The colors are bright and the resolution is HD quality. ... "
" ... Not your 4K living room resolution, but does 1080 nicely. ... If spoiled by your 4k, you may monkey with settings a bit, but will arrive at something you can enjoy. ... "
" ... Going from a 19" VGA to this 24" HDMI made viewing everything so much better. ... "
Product As Described
12works, nice, described, advertised, viewsonic
+92%
-8%
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... (Pics to show array . ... "
" ... Right out of the box, the picture was good. ... "
" ... The picture looks nice and is a little tricky to adjust but it's not impossible. ... "
" ... Great picture and nice packaging so it arrived safely. ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... I've always liked the picture on a Viewsonic. ... "
" ... I have no issues at all with the quality of the picture. ... "
Clarity
11crisp, clarity, bright, price, pixels
+100%
" ... Good clarity and pixels are smooth. ... "
" ... This was my third one purchased over almost 20 years, and the clarity is outstanding. ... "
" ... It's bright and crisp. ... "
" ... I bought two of them for my office and their rendition and clarity are excellent. ... "
" ... Crystal clear monitor with reasonable price. ... "
" ... Instant on and clear. ... "
Gaming
10games, gamer, online, monitors, youtube
+90%
-10%
" ... I just use it for word processing and some surfing around so I'm not a gamer or an online movie buff. ... "
" ... If you're a huge gamer or into video and movies then it might not be what you want. ... "
" ... My intent is to use it as a home desktop setup/console gaming. ... "
" ... However, in the games I play (mostly strategy and city building titles like Cities Skylines, Planet Coaster, Banished and so forth) performs quite well. ... Viewsonic does make some gaming oriented monitors, but this one fits my needs quite well. ... "
" ... I can't speak to anything related to the timing for gaming. ... "
" ... I'm not a gamer, but this looks great mounted on the wall in my office. ... "
" ... (I'm not a gamer so no concerns about refresh rates.) ... "
" ... My eyesight has diminished, and this monitor enables me to play my favorite games and to do jigsaw puzzles once again online. ... "
Software Platform
10windows 10, windows, software, works, word
+70%
-30%
" ... I use this monitor for work (web development) at home. ... "
" ... I almost always use this screen and keep a couple of windows open on my laptop screen that I want to monitor. ... "
" ... BTW did you know that (once you've got all the monitors "discovered" on Windows they don't need to be in straight line? ... "
" ... The split screen software you download from the ViewSonic website works well too. ... "
" ... But, for general office applications and such it's great. ... "
" ... I do not do games, so I can't comment on that - but for internet surfing, excel / word and other apps, it works like a charm. ... "
" ... After 20 years of designing software and web sites, I can tell you that View Sonic is easily the best monitor out there! ... "
Overall performance
9works, well, resolution, performance, monitor
+100%
" ... This can be fixed inside Nvidia/AMD/Intel Control Panel software. ... "
" ... I cant speak to a high performance setting since this is basically general office use. ... "
" ... Works great for editing photos with Lightroom and Photoshop. ... "
" ... It has a lower resolution that I would normally like, but for the price, it works great. ... As long as you are OK with the legacy resolution, this is a great monitor that does the job for not a lot of money. ... "
" ... Efficient and worked well. ... "
" ... I was looking for a VESA support for my Intel BOXNUC7I5BNK NUC Kit Components so that It can be a fast, piecemeal, all in one computer. ... "
Fit
9mount, monitor, fit, arm, stand
+56%
-44%
" ... I use the stand for my desks and I have no issues with it staying upright and i bump it at least daily. ... "
" ... Was quickly replaced with free return slip. ... "
" ... What I like best is that the overall dimensions of the monitor allowed for a perfect fit in the computer desk that I own. ... "
" ... At 24.5” width dimension, this fit perfectly ... was the largest monitor I could find that fit. ... "
" ... I hope to get a replacement arm and screw since it looks like it's cross-threaded. ... "
Build Quality
9thin, screw, neck, sturdy, months
+67%
-33%
" ... The durability is good but it does feel very frigile when your moving it or grabbing it. ... The plastics are thin and soft. ... "
" ... It was very important that the stand/neck for the stand be completely removable. ... "
" ... I like the stand also. ... "
" ... Keep the original packaging, as it is very easy to put back in to move it somewhere. ... "
" ... I hope to get a replacement arm and screw since it looks like it's cross-threaded. ... "
Capacity
8home office, nice, monitors, use, size
+100%
" ... I realize you have to have a base big enough to make it stable but the big bases sure take up more desktop room. ... "
" ... Then, I can be on the floor looking up and work. ... "
" ... I think it looks great in a dark room. ... "
" ... Use it in my home office every day and like it a lot. ... "
" ... This has been great and was really easy to set up in my home office. ... "
" ... I love this monitors, bought two for my computer room. ... "
" ... Very nice just the right size for my home office. ... "
" ... Nice monitors for an office conference room. ... "
Display Size
8small, size, enough, display, big
+100%
" ... I was unsure whether to get 2 20" screens or one larger one and opted for this 27" screen. ... "
" ... Small footprint and great display! ... "
" ... Size is big enough for split screen work. ... "
" ... The small screen size is actually a plus to me because I sit close to my monitors anyways, so the increase high PPI is a welcome sight. ... "
" ... Using as second screen to go with my small laptop. ... "
Video Playback
6videos, work, video, youtube, watching
+83%
-17%
" ... i haven't used them much yet for watching video for extended amount of time. ... "
" ... So much nicer to view videos on. ... "
" ... If you're a huge gamer or into video and movies then it might not be what you want. ... "
" ... I mostly use this computer foe work but at times I watch movies n sports on it. ... "
Returns
5sent, time, amazon
+20%
-80%
" ... However, I am about to send this one in for the second time. ... "
" ... In fairness it could be just an aesthetic dislike on my part but I found it disagreeable enough to return it. ... "
" ... will return it ... "
" ... Sent for refund. ... "
Viewing Angles
5viewing, sharp, wide, bright, angle
+100%
" ... They advertise "ultra-wide" viewing angles but the viewing angles actually very narrow. ... "
" ... The images on this monitor is bright and sharp, with great viewing angles. ... "
" ... The display is vibrant and sharp, and I can view it from any angle. ... "
" ... There is no fading from wide angles like you see in TN panels. ... "
" ... Has good side to side viewing angles(I've looked at it from the extreme angle and the picture is still sharp, bright, and full of color). ... "
Size
5works, using, office, footprint, bigger
+100%
" ... Its the right size and works great. ... "
" ... It's substantial with a huge footprint for good balance. ... "
" ... Happy with size and value. ... "
" ... Using it for general office tasks, my only thought when using it is that I should have gotten the bigger size. ... "
" ... have graced my desk top. ... "
Comfort
5stand, good, durability
+80%
-20%
" ... The durability is good but it does feel very frigile when your moving it or grabbing it. ... "
" ... It was very important that the stand/neck for the stand be completely removable. ... "
" ... Was quickly replaced with free return slip. ... "
" ... They Shipped a new neck and base within a week, so that's fixed. ... "
Controls
4monitor, buttons, menu, button, markings
+50%
-50%
" ... The only thing I don't really like is that the menu system is a little hard to navigate. ... "
Volume
4volume, speaker, sound, need, computer
+75%
-25%
" ... With a built in speaker, it's all you need ... "
" ... If you want half-way decent sound, you need separate speakers. ... "
" ... The speakers work perfectly and the sound quality is appropriate for a shared office setting. ... Perfect if your desk realstate doesn't have room for computer speakers. ... "
Apps
4word, software, excel, using, used
+75%
-25%
" ... The split screen software you download from the ViewSonic website works well too. ... "
" ... But, for general office applications and such it's great. ... "
" ... I do not do games, so I can't comment on that - but for internet surfing, excel / word and other apps, it works like a charm. ... "
Delivery
4shipping, price, delivery
+75%
-25%
" ... Merchandise arrived within 36 hours of being ordered . ... "
" ... received on time. ... "
" ... I thought the product, delivery and price were good. ... "
Screen Protection
4pixels, edge, bezel
+100%
" ... No dead pixels. ... "
" ... No visual distractions when looking at this screen. ... "
" ... I terms of other factors, the screen seem very nice. ... "
" ... Solid screen for the price. ... "
Drivers
3drivers, windows, monitor, incorrectly, downloads
+67%
-33%
" ... plug-n-play, no driver downloads or anything to do. ... "
" ... It has awesome resolution and I had no driver issues to setup. ... "
Cables
3comes, cables, cable, resolution, monitor
+67%
-33%
" ... It comes with a 3.5mm stereo cable for sound (didn't use, don't care) and a VGA cable. ... Oh, the 3-prong wall cord plugs directly into the monitor. ... "
Design
3design, though, nice, frameless, clean
+100%
" ... Did'nt know how I would like the frameless design. ... "
" ... Other than that, looks & works great. ... "
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HDMI: Yes
Display
Resolution: Full HD 1080p
Type: LCD