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27 inch flat QHD IPS gaming monitor with thin bezels and adjustable stand

ViewSonic

ViewSonic VX2728J-2K 27" QHD 165Hz IPS gaming monitor

SKU CH-Y3JZ-B0KRC MPN VX2728J-2K

A 27 inch QHD IPS gaming monitor with a 165Hz refresh rate, 2.5ms response time, FreeSync Premium and an ergonomic stand

  • Screen size27 in (68.6 cm)
  • Display resolution2560 × 1440 (2K)
  • Refresh frequency165 Hz
  • Panel typeIPS
  • Pixel response time2.5 ms
  • HDR formatHDR10
  • Sharp 27-inch QHD detail at 2560 x 1440 resolution
  • Fluid motion with 165 Hz refresh rate and 0.5 ms MPRT response
  • Tear-free gaming via AMD FreeSync Premium adaptive sync
  • Rich colour depth covering 90 % DCI-P3 and 131 % sRGB gamut
  • All-day comfort from tilt, swivel, rotate and height-adjustable stand

27-inch QHD IPS gaming display

The ViewSonic VX2728J-2K is a 27-inch QHD IPS gaming monitor built for competitive play and everyday entertainment. Its 2560 x 1440 resolution delivers sharp detail on a 16:9 panel. A 165Hz refresh rate and 0.5ms MPRT response time target smooth motion clarity. AMD FreeSync Premium support reduces tearing for compatible graphics hardware.

250 cd/m2 brightness with HDR10 support

Typical brightness reaches 250 cd/m2 with a 1,000:1 contrast ratio and anti-glare coating. The 10-bit colour output (8-bit + FRC) covers 90% DCI-P3, 93% NTSC and 131% sRGB colour volumes. HDR10 decoding adds highlight detail for supported content. The flat IPS panel maintains 178-degree viewing angles horizontally and vertically.

Adjustable stand with HDMI and DisplayPort

A fully adjustable stand provides tilt, swivel, pivot and height movement for ergonomic positioning. Thin bezels on three sides suit multi-monitor layouts. Connectivity includes HDMI and DisplayPort inputs for PCs, laptops, Macs and consoles. No USB hub or integrated speakers are listed in the specifications.

How it compares

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Price $148.99
Cheaper than about 66% of the 839 comparable items (median $189.99).
Screen size 27 in (68.6 cm)
Typical for this category: the median of 814 items is 27 in.
Refresh frequency 165 Hz
Lower than about 70% of the 735 comparable items (median 180 Hz).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameViewSonic
Product lineOMNI
Model nameVX2728J-2K
Case colorBlack
Display
Screen size27 in (68.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1440 (2K)
Refresh frequency165 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Pixel response time2.5 ms
HDR formatHDR10
Image brightness250 cd/m2
Screen curvatureFlat Panel
Pixel pitch0.233 mm
Colors displayed10 bit (8 bit + FRC)
Screen ratio16:9
Widescreen formatYes
BacklightYes
Contrast1,000:1
Screen finishAnti-glare
Highest resolution2560 × 1440
Viewing angles178° (H) / 178° (V)
Display formatQHD
Variable refresh rateFreeSync Premium (AMD Adaptive Sync)
Color gamut coverageDCI-P3: 90% coverage (Typ)
NTSC: 93% size (Typ)
sRGB: 131% size (Typ)
Bezel styleStandard Frame
Audio & video
Integrated speakers2 W x2
Integrated webcamNo
Ports & slots
DVI portsNo
HDMI ports2
Connection typesHDMI 2.0 × 2, DisplayPort in x 1, 3.5 mm Audio Out x 1
Thunderbolt 2 portsNo
DisplayPort connectors1
Video connectors1 x DisplayPort 1.4 / 2 x HDMI 2.0
Headphone jack3.5 mm Audio Out
Power
Power drawEco Mode (Conserve): 22 W
Eco Mode (optimized): 26 W
Consumption (typical): 31 W
Consumption (max): 35 W
Stand-by: 0.3 W
Power supply100-240 VAC
Size & build
Stand adjustabilityHeight Adjust (mm): 130
Swivel: 30°
Tilt (Forward/Back): -5° / 20°
Pivot (Right/Left): 90° / 90°
VESA mounting pattern100 × 100 mm
Product dimensions17.24 in-22.36 in × 24.2 in × 8.1 in w/ stand
14.3 in × 24.2 in × 1.8 in w/o stand
Product weight10.4 lb w/ stand
8 lb w/o stand
Shipping weight6.44 kg
Package size615 × 569 × 206 mm
In the box
In the boxDisplay, Power Cable, Power Adapter, DisplayPort Cable, Quick Start Guide"

Questions about this item

How do I attach the stand to the VX2728J-2K and which step is often missed?

Align the stand neck with the monitor's VESA bracket, tighten the captive thumb screw by hand, then lock the quick-release latch; people often forget to engage the latch after tightening the screw.

What part of the VX2728J-2K will need replacement first during long-term use?

The LED backlight is rated for typical panel lifetime; brightness may gradually drop from the 250 cd/m² spec after many thousands of hours.

Which limit appears first when the VX2728J-2K runs at 165Hz for extended sessions?

The 250 cd/m² peak brightness and 1000:1 contrast ratio constrain HDR10 highlight detail before thermal throttling becomes a factor.

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