HP OMEN 27k Gaming Monitor | 27'' UHD IPS 144hz | Gaming Console Compatible | 1xHDMI 2.0 | 1x HDMI 2.1 | 1x DP | AMD FreeSync Premium | Dual speakers | Tilt Pivot & height adjustments | VESA Mountable

This is great gaming monitor from a trusted brand.The high image quality combined with the very fast refresh rate and response time mean I haven't experienced any lag, tearing or strange artifacts when gaming - be that in FPS or combat flight sims.Also, the fact that the monitor offers 99% sRGB and 90% DCI-P3 colour gamut means that it works well for things like photo editing and general office tasks.In addition, unlike some monitors that come with minimal stands, the HP Omen comes with a high quality stand allowing full height adjustment, good tilt and swivel angles and pivoting from landscape to portrait mode (with auto image rotation), so I've had no problem getting it set up for comfortable viewing.I'm not too keen on the use of a 5-way joystick control for display adjustment, but this seems to be a common approach used by several other manufacturers so it's not really a negative.One thing to be aware of, however, is that the Omen supports AMD Freesync Premium but not Nvidia G-sync. This is fine by me as I have an AMD GPU but for Nvidia GPU users I suppose it might be an issue.

Great value monitor for my MiSTer. For anyone curious, it works great with all the oddball refresh rate games, such as R-Type, Dodonpachi and everything else! There is a few second delay when the resolution changes, but it is slightly faster than the ASUS ProArt PA248QV. The response time is also much better than the ASUS with very little motion blur. Screen rotates +90 and -90 degrees for TATE games and I find the menu system very easy to navigate.I would buy again for this use-case.

The HP OMEN 34c Curved Monitor isn't just a gaming powerhouse—it's an equally formidable tool for professionals. Its expansive curved display, ergonomic features, and high-performance specifications make it a versatile choice for both my gaming and work-related needs.Exceptional Display Quality: The 34-inch WQHD display offers a resolution of 3440 x 1440, which is perfect for detail-oriented tasks like graphic design, video editing, or managing complex spreadsheets. The curvature of the screen provides an immersive viewing experience that envelops you, reducing the need to strain your neck and eyes during long hours of work.High Refresh Rate and Smooth Performance: Although a 165Hz refresh rate is typically touted for gaming, it also makes a noticeable difference in the smoothness of everyday applications and video playback. With AMD FreeSync Premium, I enjoy seamless transitions with no lag or screen tearing, even during high-speed video editing or design work.Ergonomic Design for Comfort: The adjustable tilt and height settings are crucial for maintaining a comfortable posture throughout the day. This monitor can be adapted to any desk setup, helping to avoid discomfort during long periods of use. The option for VESA mounting also provides flexibility in workstation design, allowing for a customized ergonomic setup that fits perfectly into my workspace.Connectivity for Multi-Device Environments: With dual HDMI 2.0 ports and a DisplayPort 1.4, this monitor easily integrates into a multi-device setup. This is ideal for professionals who need to connect multiple devices—whether it’s switching between a work laptop and a personal PC or connecting auxiliary devices needed for professional tasks.Integrated Speakers: For work, the built-in dual speakers are a great asset. They offer clear audio for conference calls and multimedia presentations, eliminating the clutter of external speakers for a more streamlined desk.Sleek, Professional Design: The monitor's sleek, black aesthetic isn’t just for show; it fits seamlessly into a professional environment. It's stylish yet understated, complementing any office decor while hinting at the powerful technology it houses.In summary, the HP OMEN 34c Curved Monitor is an excellent investment for anyone who juggles intense gaming and professional responsibilities. Its superior display, ergonomic adjustments, and robust connectivity make it a top choice for enhancing productivity and entertainment alike. Whether it's finalizing a business presentation or diving into immersive gaming, this monitor does it all with impressive ease and efficiency.Note: You will need to buy Display Port to USB-C adapter for it to work seamlessly without any resolution issues on Macbook Pro.

Can't complain about the monitor's basics, it's 1440p, 144hz the image quality is okay, plenty bright, the contrast is not the best, but pretty much what you'd expect at this price point. (Recommended settings at the bottom)-1 star for the menu, it's confusing as hell. What's the difference between "Gaming, Standard, Native and HP Enhance+"? I can see the color change, but while Native has the best colors to my eye, it has horrific ghosting and HP Enhance+ is terrible for text, so clearly it's not just colors. Response times have "Levels", whatever that means. Also, after some digging, it turns out that only "Native" has the fully advertised 93% DCI-P3 color range, it was sheer luch I even found that. HP is making it as hard as possible to get the full utility of this monitor. I also wouldn't bother with their software, it's very heavy on resources.-1 star for atrocious HDR. If you use Windows 11 and enable HDR, it's a way to knee-cap yourself for several reasons:1. Videos will suddenly have auto-brightness based on the content, it's extremely distracting. There's no way to turn it off (none that I could find)2. It disables most of the settings in the monitor menu, but if you play around you can clearly see that they have an effect, e.g. setting the color profile to native will still have horrible gosting, it's a huge pain in the butt to go back and forth with windows and the monitor.3. Setting the HDR brightness to 5-15% will make it flicker like crazy.4. You will only be able to adjust the brightness through Windows.Some third-party reviews say that this and similar HP monitors lack proper hardware for HDR, hence why it's so awful, so they pretty much just forced it in for marketing and key word searches, boo!Besides that, if you ignore HDR and take some time to set it up properly, it's actually a really good monitor, +1 star.Recommended settings:DO NOT USE HDR WITH THIS MONITOR"Native" color profile. (Only color setting with full color of this panel)"Level 4" response time (gets rid of the horrible ghosting)"Level 6" sharpness100% contrast.Brightness to your taste, I usually have it at 15% at night and around 40% during the day.Leave everything else as is.