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Screen Resolution | 3440x1440 |
Max Screen Resolution | 3440 x 1440 Pixels |
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Nixeus EDG 34” Ultrawide 3440 x 1440 AMD Radeon FreeSync Certified 144Hz 1500R Curved Gaming Monitor with Tilt Only Stand (NX-EDG34S)
Screen Size | 34 Inches |
Display Resolution Maximum | 3440 x 1440 Pixels |
Brand | Nixeus |
Special Feature | Curved Screen, Blue Light Filter, Anti-Glare Coating, Tilt Adjustment, Flicker-Free |
Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
About this item
- 34 inch with 21: 9 Aspect Ratio 3440 x 1440 Resolution Ultrawide 1500R Curved LED Backlight Display
- 144Hz Native Refresh Rate (DisplayPort) with AMD Radeon FreeSync Certified Range for 48Hz – 144Hz (DisplayPort input). Support for Nvidia G-Sync with the latest Nvidia G-Sync compatible drivers (on DisplayPort input)
- Response Time: 1ms (PTR) and 4ms (G2G), Brightness: Up to 400 cd/m2 and 350 cd/m2 (Typical), Native Contrast Ratio: 3000: 1, Viewing Angles: 178° horizontal / 178° vertical
- Inputs: two x DisplayPort 1. 4 inputs (up to 144Hz) and two x HDMI 2. 0 inputs (up to 100Hz)
- 3 years Manufacturer and Customer support by Nixeus, (note: 144Hz refresh rate requires hardware source device and cable to support DisplayPort 1. 4)
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Value for money | 4.1 | 4.4 | 3.9 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Brightness | 4.3 | 4.4 | — | 4.0 | — | 4.5 |
Screen quality | — | 3.7 | 5.0 | 4.1 | — | 4.2 |
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display technology | LED | VA | E-LED | LCD | — | 3440 X 1440 |
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viewing angle | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | 178 degrees |
mounting type | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Desk Mount, Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
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Nixeus EDG 34” Ultrawide 3440 x 1440 AMD FreeSync Premium Certified 144Hz 1500R Curved Gaming Monitor
Disclaimer: FreeSync Premium Certified by AMD and AMD Radeon Technology Group on November 5, 2019
EDG = Engineered and Designed for Gamers
Immerse Yourself with the Nixeus EDG 34" Ultrawide 144Hz Gaming Monitor
Native 144Hz Refresh Rate for 3440 x 1440 Resolution
144Hz Ultra High Refresh Rate: Produces more fluid looking animations by allowing up to twice as many video frames that can be seen versus a regular 60Hz monitor. Gaming visuals will appear much smoother and responsive - allowing for the best competitive gaming experience.
AMD FreeSync Premium Certified for 48Hz to 144Hz
With AMD Radeon FreeSync technology, the Nixeus EDG 34” 3440 x 1440 AMD FreeSync Premium 144Hz Gaming Monitor eliminates screen tearing and studdering. Get fluid, artifact-free performance at virtually any framerate
– No stuttering, No tearing, Just gaming
Designed for Multiple Applications and for Custom User Experiences
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Size | 34" | 27" | 27" | 24" | 24" | 27" |
Technology | AMD FreeSync Premium | AMD FreeSync Premium | AMD FreeSync Premium | AMD FreeSync Premium | AMD FreeSync Premium | AMD FreeSync Premium |
Resolution | 3440 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | 144Hz | 144Hz | 144Hz | 144Hz |
Panel Type | VA (Curved) | IPS | IPS | TN | TN | IPS |
Input Ports | 2 x DisplayPort 1.4, 2 x HDMI 2.0 | 2 x DisplayPort 1.2, 2 x HDMI 2.0 | 2 x DisplayPort 1.2, 2 x HDMI 2.0 | 1 x DisplayPort 1.2, 2 x HDMI 2.0 | 1 x DisplayPort 1.2, 2 x HDMI 2.0 | 2 x DisplayPort 1.4, 2 x HDMI 2.0 |
Speakers | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
3.5mm Audio Output Port | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
VESA Ready | 75mm x 75mm | 100mm x 100mm | 100mm x 100mm | 75mm x 75mm | 75mm x 75mm | 100mm x 100mm |
Stand Type | Tilt Only | Height Adjustable, Pivot, Tilt, Swivel | Tilt Only | Height Adjustable, Pivot, Tilt, Swivel | Tilt Only | Height Adjustable, Pivot, Tilt, Swivel |
Product Description
Designed in the USA and engineered for gamers, the Nixeus EDG 34” Ultrawide 3440 x 1440 AMD Radeon FreeSync Certified 144Hz Gaming Monitor is an Ultrawide 1500R Curve PC gaming display with a native FreeSync Certified range of 48Hz to 144Hz with DisplayPort 1. 4! EDG - Engineered and Design for Gamers! : 144Hz Native Ultra High Refresh Rate with DisplayPort 1. 4 - At the heart of the NX-EDG34 is a premium gaming grade display panel that allows you to be a content creator by day and competitive gamer by night. With a 144Hz native ultra high refresh rate – the Nixeus EDG 34 is a fast and responsive gaming monitor that gives you an advantage over your opponents using lesser normal monitors or non-gaming displays. 21: 9 Ultra Wide Aspect Ratio with 1500R Curve - Enjoy a more immersive ultra wide gaming monitor with 1500R curve – more field of view, more desktop space, more curve and more immersive versus a regular 16: 9 wide screen display or 1800R curve ultrawide display. AMD Radeon FreeSync Certified Ultrawide 1500R Curve Gaming Monitor: AMD Radeon FreeSync Certified Range - Gaming shouldn’t be a choice between choppy gameplay or broken frames. With the Nixeus EDG 34” 3440 x 1440 AMD FreeSync 144Hz Gaming Monitor, it doesn’t have to be. Get fluid, artifact-free immersive performance at virtually any framerate with AMD Radeon FreeSync technology. Low Frame Rate Compensation (LFC) - With FreeSync enabled, LFC is automatically supported to ensure an optimal gaming experience even when gaming graphics makes the frames per second drop below 48FPS. Native 3440x1440 Resolution with Native 144Hz FreeSync Certified Support for DisplayPort 1. 4 Devices - The Nixeus EDG 34” Gaming Monitor requires only a single DisplayPort 1. 4 cable to eliminate stuttering and tearing when gaming on your computer with AMD Radeon Graphics and Nvidia Graphics with G-Sync compatible drivers.
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Brand | Nixeus |
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Item model number | NX-EDG34S |
Item Weight | 20.9 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 32 x 4 x 18 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 32 x 4 x 18 inches |
Color | Tilt Only Stand |
Manufacturer | Nixeus |
ASIN | B07ZG7R5BB |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 28, 2019 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #242,582 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #4,949 in Computer Monitors |
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Customers like the value, color, quality and contrast of the monitor. For example, they mention it's the best gaming ultrawide monitor for the money, the blacks are very good and the HDR looks more realistic. They also like the refresh rate, and gaming. That said, opinions are mixed on performance and brightness.
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Customers like the value of the monitor. They say it's the best gaming ultrawide monitor for the money, has great brightness, and is one of the least expensive 144mHz panels in its size range.
"...At the price of $600 (I paid $550 during pre-order) it is an amazing bang for your buck...." Read more
"...Given the very low price and some impressively good specs, such as the 144Hz refresh rate, I cannot help but be impressed...." Read more
"...That said, the features it offered at the $550 price point were very appealing, so I had to give it a chance. I am very glad I did!..." Read more
"...refresh, respectable response rate, clean design and of course a great price point...." Read more
Customers like the color of the monitor. They mention that it has beautiful colors, the blacks are very good, and the accuracy is better. Some say that the monitor looks sharp when it works and that the color calibration feature does the trick. Overall, customers are satisfied with the color quality of the product.
"...To my surprise it turned out to be quite a nice piece of hardware...." Read more
"...was calibrated weirdly out of the box, but windows has a color calibration feature that did the trick for getting everything to look fantastic!..." Read more
"...3440 x 1440 resolution, 144 hz refresh, respectable response rate, clean design and of course a great price point...." Read more
"While it is a good panel, with nice contrast, deep blacks, and fast response times, there are some flaws, which were bad enough to make me return..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the monitor. They mention it's a decent product, with good specs and is perfect for gaming. Some say it looks solid and performs well.
"...Out of the box, I was very impressed. The stand is very sturdy and easy to assemble, though the instructions aren't very clear on which screws to use..." Read more
"...Given the very low price and some impressively good specs, such as the 144Hz refresh rate, I cannot help but be impressed...." Read more
"...Pro:-The monitor seems to have very good build quality-The stand is a bit "thinner" but I would not call it flimsy at all...." Read more
"...is the expected behavior of the monitor, and that I've received a faulty unit." Read more
Customers like the contrast of the monitor. For example, they mention that HDR looks more realistic with the Acer, the color accuracy is better, and the 1440p is a great resolution for the 34" size without sacrificing too much. They also appreciate the great picture quality and smooth gameplay. Some mention that the color and clarity are excellent, and that the contrast ratio is average for a VA panel. That said, some say it's perfect for gaming up close.
"...Upon starting it up, I was absolutely blown away by the colors and clarity...." Read more
"...Not bright enough for true HDR but, it's perfect for gaming up close. Any brighter and I think eye strain would be noticable. Colors are good...." Read more
"...The 1440p is a great resolution for the 34" size without sacrificing too much performance...." Read more
"...of the brand before but it had everything I was looking for: 3440 x 1440 resolution, 144 hz refresh, respectable response rate, clean design and of..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the refresh rate of the monitor. They mention that it makes gaming feel fast, and responsive. They also appreciate the fast FPS, and say that it runs buttery smooth. The monitor has a 3440x1440 resolution, and has Freesync. It clocks to 144Hz no problem, and can go up to 220Hz.
"...but it had everything I was looking for: 3440 x 1440 resolution, 144 hz refresh, respectable response rate, clean design and of course a great price..." Read more
"While it is a good panel, with nice contrast, deep blacks, and fast response times, there are some flaws, which were bad enough to make me return..." Read more
"...The OSD buttons are loud but feel tactile, would love to see a joystick option. Backlight bleed isnt obvious from directly looking at display...." Read more
"...144hz refresh rate, 3440x1440 resolution, and Freesync.I will say however, that the feature set of the monitor is rather slim...." Read more
Customers like the gaming experience on the monitor. They say it handles games great, makes gaming feel more immersive, and is awesome to play Call of Duty on. Some customers have had very few complaints while playing games on it, and find it easy on the eyes and a pleasure to use.
"...I will say, though, that the experience using this monitor is immersive while playing games with headphones thanks to that ultrawide curve...." Read more
"...Color accuracy needs slight tweaking but excellent for gaming however if you do content creation I would look at an IPS panel...." Read more
"...is not as polished as more expensive ones, but it looks solid, handles games great. I even see that my FPS was going up to 166...." Read more
"...its paces, but thus far, it has been easy on the eyes and a pleasure to use. Props to Nixeus!" Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the monitor. Some mention that the G-Sync works great, with no issues with the Freesync capabilities. However, others say that the monitor has flickering problems and causes a flashing effect.
"...enough (I'm actually running it at 60% brightness), the G-Sync works to my satisfaction, and I do enjoy the steeper than average curvature...." Read more
"...The other issue is flickering when using FreeSync...." Read more
"...Love the curve, love that G-Sync works even though it's a free sync mmonitor (and works perfectly)...." Read more
"...Arrived without a single dead pixel however the speakers are non functioning and do not work...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the brightness of the monitor. Some mention that it's superb, ideal for gaming in a dark room, and has cool red accent lighting. However, others say that it is too bright and hurts their eyes. They also mention that there is a bright spot on the bottom center of the screen and a little backlight visible.
"...It's more than bright enough (I'm actually running it at 60% brightness), the G-Sync works to my satisfaction, and I do enjoy the steeper than..." Read more
"...There are a few issues though, it's not perfect. There is a tiny bit of glow at the top and bottom, but I only notice it when booting my PC...." Read more
"...Why doesn't it go lower like other monitors? It has great brightness for daytime use and is very uniform across the screen though...." Read more
"...They say its 400 nits which I believe to be true. Not bright enough for true HDR but, it's perfect for gaming up close...." Read more
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Out of the box, I was very impressed. The stand is very sturdy and easy to assemble, though the instructions aren't very clear on which screws to use. It's also not adjustable height wise, but luckily it's perfect for my setup. I had purchased a DP 1.4 cable, but this monitor came with one. Upon starting it up, I was absolutely blown away by the colors and clarity. Still haven't felt a need to mess with the colors on the OSD, I simply enabled 10-bit in the Nvidia control panel as well as FreeSync.
Paired with a 1080ti and a Ryzen 1700, I have no problem getting 100+fps on max settings on most games. I don't have the slightest bit of ghosting with the response time set to low, which is very impressive for a VA panel. I'm glad I chose this instead of the more expensive LG with an IPS panel. I also wasn't sure if I'd like the aggressive curve, but I actually do. It does make gaming feel slightly more immersive.
There are a few issues though, it's not perfect. There is a tiny bit of glow at the top and bottom, but I only notice it when booting my PC. It's not that bad, certainly nothing compared to an IPS panel. But it does exist, unlike my TN panel. Not really an issue, just thought I'd mention it. The other issue is flickering when using FreeSync. It's FreeSync certified between 48-144hz, so expect it to flicker when you're hitting less than that in games. Generally loading screens are 30hz, which is the only time I notice it. I contacted Nixeus, and they said that is normal and turning down the brightness helps. I turned my brightness down to 20 (still plenty bright enough) and it almost completely went away. After researching, this is expected with all 144hz 3440x1440p G-Sync/FreeSync (mainly FreeSync) monitors to some degree.
Overall, if this monitor was $800, I would still recommend it. At the price of $600 (I paid $550 during pre-order) it is an amazing bang for your buck. If you have a 1080ti, 2080, 2080 Super, or 2080ti, I would definitely jump on this.
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2019
Out of the box, I was very impressed. The stand is very sturdy and easy to assemble, though the instructions aren't very clear on which screws to use. It's also not adjustable height wise, but luckily it's perfect for my setup. I had purchased a DP 1.4 cable, but this monitor came with one. Upon starting it up, I was absolutely blown away by the colors and clarity. Still haven't felt a need to mess with the colors on the OSD, I simply enabled 10-bit in the Nvidia control panel as well as FreeSync.
Paired with a 1080ti and a Ryzen 1700, I have no problem getting 100+fps on max settings on most games. I don't have the slightest bit of ghosting with the response time set to low, which is very impressive for a VA panel. I'm glad I chose this instead of the more expensive LG with an IPS panel. I also wasn't sure if I'd like the aggressive curve, but I actually do. It does make gaming feel slightly more immersive.
There are a few issues though, it's not perfect. There is a tiny bit of glow at the top and bottom, but I only notice it when booting my PC. It's not that bad, certainly nothing compared to an IPS panel. But it does exist, unlike my TN panel. Not really an issue, just thought I'd mention it. The other issue is flickering when using FreeSync. It's FreeSync certified between 48-144hz, so expect it to flicker when you're hitting less than that in games. Generally loading screens are 30hz, which is the only time I notice it. I contacted Nixeus, and they said that is normal and turning down the brightness helps. I turned my brightness down to 20 (still plenty bright enough) and it almost completely went away. After researching, this is expected with all 144hz 3440x1440p G-Sync/FreeSync (mainly FreeSync) monitors to some degree.
Overall, if this monitor was $800, I would still recommend it. At the price of $600 (I paid $550 during pre-order) it is an amazing bang for your buck. If you have a 1080ti, 2080, 2080 Super, or 2080ti, I would definitely jump on this.
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2020
That brings me to this here Nixeus EDG 34”. I bought it as a temporary monitor just to last me until something good would appear on the market. To my surprise it turned out to be quite a nice piece of hardware. It's more than bright enough (I'm actually running it at 60% brightness), the G-Sync works to my satisfaction, and I do enjoy the steeper than average curvature. Ideally it'd be even more curved, a 1000R perhaps, but I'd have to wait for the Odyssey G9 to come out for that one. Given the very low price and some impressively good specs, such as the 144Hz refresh rate, I cannot help but be impressed.
Of course, it would be unreasonable to expect a $550 monitor to be perfect. Its panel does suffer from the standard VA light leaking "Batman" pattern. The HDR is entirely unimpressive (though I have to qualify that by saying that I don't like any existing monitor's HDR implementation). The stand is primitive with no vertical movement. Lastly, the transition from black to white is slow, which you can see if you scroll a white piece of text on black background.
Overall I am happy with Nixeus. I spend my time programming and playing games, (naturally I browse the web and watch videos as well) and the monitor delivers reasonably high quality experiences. The problems I listed above are largely unnoticeable unless you look for them (light leaking) or are easily mitigated (I replaced the stand with an arm mount). In fact I had a lot more bad to say about the expensive and ostensibly fancy Predator X35.
If you want an ultrawide monitor but are either on a budget or, like myself, are waiting for something major to hit the shelves, this one will likely check all the boxes.
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POSITIVES:
- The colors in comparison are much much better.
- The contrast, being that it's a VA panel of course, is FANTASTIC and by far and away the biggest reason I wanted to upgrade and upgrade to a VA panel specifically. I don't do any kind of professional design work that relies on 100% accurate colors. I game and watch stuff, and VA panels with their contrast and vibrancy are simply much MUCH better suited for this use case.
- Brightness is excellent. It isn't 1000nits or anything crazy like that, but nobody in their right mind needs that kind of brightness for a monitor they're sitting a foot or two away from. So in this regards, the 400nits (approx.) is more than sufficient, though you won't be getting the "true" HDR experience. Which, without local dimming or OLED and the exorbitant pricing that goes along with that, nobody is really getting "true" HDR anyways and you shouldn't expect that from a monitor at this price, but it is there and it does work. It just won't melt your eyes like you're staring into the sun.
- Basically zero light leakage or glow, even with the brightness cranked to insane levels on a pure black background.
- Response time is also superb. Yes, there can be some banding in dark to light scenes as is typical with VA's, but being that this is a 144hz panel, as well as setting Overdrive to "middle", for most people, or "high", if you can keep your frames >120fps, then it's negligible and you likely won't notice it unless you look for it. Remember, this is coming from someone upgrading from a monitor that had <5ms all-in across the entire spectrum. Weirdly, this monitor actually somehow feels SMOOTHER to me. I can't explain that one, but maybe it has to do with...
- FreeSync (technically it's FreeSync Premium/HDR/2, but the panel isn't certified as being HDR even though it is, so it's "just FreeSync") and G-Sync "compatible", it works 100% fine with G-Sync, again, it just hasn't been certified. I have had zero issues across multiple games, no flickering or anything out of the ordinary. It just works.
- PRICE! The #1 positive. What you're getting for the price you're paying? Can't be beat. Honestly. It really can't.
NEGATIVES:
- No adjustable stand. This is by far the biggest negative to me. Even after purchasing an aftermarket adjustable stand (STAND-V001V), the cost is still worth it, so not a deal breaker, but the option for one out of the box would be nice! Where is the EDG34, Nixeus?!
- A single stuck pixel. Only visible on black backgrounds, but even then barely so. Well within tolerance, but still a sad sight when it is visible.
- Sometimes the display needs to be turned off and on again after rebooting? Not sure what causes that and it's only happened twice so far, I think it may be due to setting HDR in the OSD to "Auto-Detect", but further testing is needed.
- Speaking of on and off, there is no front facing visible LED or anything to indicate if the monitor is on or not, or if FreeSync/G-Sync is enabled. Again, not a big deal, just a small QoL thing I miss.
- Port/Plug placement. TERRIBLE. Oh man, it's really awkward to plug this thing in depending on your setup. I wish all monitors simply pointed their ports straight out the back instead of downward under a little alcove. Very frustrating, but mostly because of my setup.
- Please, go with a joystick instead of buttons for the OSD! Another minor QoL, but it feels major whenever you needs to make adjustments. At least they feel very clicky and tactile!
I think that about covers it. I'll update as time passes to see if anything new develops or if my opinion changes, but overall I am so incredibly satisfied with this purchase so far, I can't even properly describe it. I feel like I somehow cheated and got it for the price I did. Incredible value, truly. You have a new fan, Nixeus!
Just please for the love of god, don't sell your future monitors without an adjustable stand, or without the option to choose. My only real qualm.
Reviewed in Canada on March 15, 2020
POSITIVES:
- The colors in comparison are much much better.
- The contrast, being that it's a VA panel of course, is FANTASTIC and by far and away the biggest reason I wanted to upgrade and upgrade to a VA panel specifically. I don't do any kind of professional design work that relies on 100% accurate colors. I game and watch stuff, and VA panels with their contrast and vibrancy are simply much MUCH better suited for this use case.
- Brightness is excellent. It isn't 1000nits or anything crazy like that, but nobody in their right mind needs that kind of brightness for a monitor they're sitting a foot or two away from. So in this regards, the 400nits (approx.) is more than sufficient, though you won't be getting the "true" HDR experience. Which, without local dimming or OLED and the exorbitant pricing that goes along with that, nobody is really getting "true" HDR anyways and you shouldn't expect that from a monitor at this price, but it is there and it does work. It just won't melt your eyes like you're staring into the sun.
- Basically zero light leakage or glow, even with the brightness cranked to insane levels on a pure black background.
- Response time is also superb. Yes, there can be some banding in dark to light scenes as is typical with VA's, but being that this is a 144hz panel, as well as setting Overdrive to "middle", for most people, or "high", if you can keep your frames >120fps, then it's negligible and you likely won't notice it unless you look for it. Remember, this is coming from someone upgrading from a monitor that had <5ms all-in across the entire spectrum. Weirdly, this monitor actually somehow feels SMOOTHER to me. I can't explain that one, but maybe it has to do with...
- FreeSync (technically it's FreeSync Premium/HDR/2, but the panel isn't certified as being HDR even though it is, so it's "just FreeSync") and G-Sync "compatible", it works 100% fine with G-Sync, again, it just hasn't been certified. I have had zero issues across multiple games, no flickering or anything out of the ordinary. It just works.
- PRICE! The #1 positive. What you're getting for the price you're paying? Can't be beat. Honestly. It really can't.
NEGATIVES:
- No adjustable stand. This is by far the biggest negative to me. Even after purchasing an aftermarket adjustable stand (STAND-V001V), the cost is still worth it, so not a deal breaker, but the option for one out of the box would be nice! Where is the EDG34, Nixeus?!
- A single stuck pixel. Only visible on black backgrounds, but even then barely so. Well within tolerance, but still a sad sight when it is visible.
- Sometimes the display needs to be turned off and on again after rebooting? Not sure what causes that and it's only happened twice so far, I think it may be due to setting HDR in the OSD to "Auto-Detect", but further testing is needed.
- Speaking of on and off, there is no front facing visible LED or anything to indicate if the monitor is on or not, or if FreeSync/G-Sync is enabled. Again, not a big deal, just a small QoL thing I miss.
- Port/Plug placement. TERRIBLE. Oh man, it's really awkward to plug this thing in depending on your setup. I wish all monitors simply pointed their ports straight out the back instead of downward under a little alcove. Very frustrating, but mostly because of my setup.
- Please, go with a joystick instead of buttons for the OSD! Another minor QoL, but it feels major whenever you needs to make adjustments. At least they feel very clicky and tactile!
I think that about covers it. I'll update as time passes to see if anything new develops or if my opinion changes, but overall I am so incredibly satisfied with this purchase so far, I can't even properly describe it. I feel like I somehow cheated and got it for the price I did. Incredible value, truly. You have a new fan, Nixeus!
Just please for the love of god, don't sell your future monitors without an adjustable stand, or without the option to choose. My only real qualm.
Reviewed in Mexico on February 14, 2020
For a quality professional review check out tftcentral.co.uk they do a better job of a detailed review versus my lay experience.