Visual representation of the products may not be perfectly accurate. Thanks to its 144 Hz refresh rate and low input lag, it does provide a decent gaming experience, but its mediocre picture quality and the very narrow viewing angle can often cause issues. Looking at the 5% gray uniformity test picture, the bottom edge looks a bit brighter than the rest of the screen but overall the screen is fairly uniform. Panel uniformity for both brightness and color are superb as well for a curved display. Pros: Image quality is pretty good, very nice contrasts, deep blacks, and the reds practically pop out of the screen. Product may includes warranty, and accessories found with the original product. Visual representation of the products may not be perfectly accurate.
The company is quickly catching up to its established competition, and we cannot wait for the next products they come up with it. It has a fast response time so there is only a short trail following moving objects. Cons: It's not perfect, there seems to be a yellow hue that I've either gotten used to, or managed to tune it out with color settings. It also has FreeSync so it can adjust the screen's refresh rate to match the frame rate of a compatible graphics card, which allows playing graphically-intensive games without tearing or stuttering. Decent monitor for playing video games.
A warmer spot is also visible on the right side of the monitor. Most monitors are tuned to lessen strain since gamers tend to use them for four hours or more. If you would like warranty or technical assistance, please feel free to contact our technical support department directly at 888. For example, a DeltaE of 2. The gamma now tracks our 2.
This is great for playing action-packed games with fast motion. Great response time, good enough for watching fast-paced content with only a short trail following moving objects. This is great in a dark room but is less noticeable in a bright room. Functionality issues beyond signs of use should be disclosed in product description. The high refresh rate and resolution is right in the sweet spot for value.
If you ever require technical assistance, please feel free to contact our technical support department directly at 888. Its very narrow viewing angle also means that a slight change in perspective can easily cause the screen to appear less uniform. Below average monitor for multimedia use. Note that some tests such as the gray uniformity may vary between individual units. The monitor has a high 144 Hz native refresh rate, which is great for gaming. Enjoy the game the way it was meant to be enjoyed with ultra-smooth, lag-free visuals. While it has a better contrast ratio than average, its very poor black uniformity causes its picture quality in a dark room to be mediocre.
Looking more closely at the color accuracy, pretty much all color are tracking their target very closely, except the 100% blue primary, but this is not really too problematic. The stand looks good and supports the monitor well, but adjustment options are very limited as the monitor can tilt and nothing else. The curve is sublet but noticeable, and makes gaming very enjoyable because you look at the edges straight on. Product does not come with warranty unless stated otherwise in product description. Product does not come with warranty unless stated otherwise in product description. For the most part, it was difficult to notice flaws during the gaming part of our testing.
This can make it difficult to find a comfortable viewing position or to rotate the monitor to share images with friends or coworkers. After calibration, the monitor accuracy is excellent. We had no way to test this capability, but it was easy on the eyes to stare at the screen for an extended period. The 1800r curve is less noticeable than on a larger model, but at least you get to enjoy most of the screen that only has super thin borders. Fortunately, the screen is very good at fighting reflections, so brightness is less of an issue.
You may also like: Hi Cristi I might buy this monitor, but your review kind of put a hold on that. Share your favourite articles, chat with the team and more. Follow us on , and to keep up with the latest technology news, reviews and more. Check out our section or our for some interesting original features. Fortunately, the color degradation isn't nearly as bad. This aspect produces the right amount of color-pop gamers love, especially for cartoony titles like Overwatch and Fortnite. The effects it applies deepens the vibrancy and the noire effect in titles such as Vermintide 2 which relies on such qualities to portray a gritty story.
The 144 Hz refresh rate and Freesync support enable a smooth and responsive experience, and the very low input lag helps make games feel connected. This setup is a freight train and makes gaming a great and immersive experience. The Optix is a bit brighter and has slightly better native contrast, but worse black uniformity. The white balance dE and color dE are now under 1, which is great even for professionals. Open Box items usually do not come with manufacturer or vendor warranty or technical support. Products may not be available in all markets.
We are sorry to hear you are experiencing a problem with the product. But if you don't want hassle, spend a little more money to get a quality screen. I don't think i will ever go back to a flat screen! The monitor's brightness is decent, but it may appear a bit dim in a very bright room. However, warranty support may be available if an item was never registered by a previous owner. It seems the Optix has a little bit of everything for everyone.