HP 27-inch QHD Gaming with Tilt/Height Adjustment with AMD FreeSync Premium Technology (X27q, 2021 model)

This is a very new 165Hz gaming monitor and as such there unfortunately isnt many reviews for it out there so I decided Id write a few words regarding my experience with it thus far. I have been using the HP X27q for a few days now and so far I absolutely love it. The screen is absolutely beautiful and in my personal opinion it feels like 27 seems to be a pretty good sweet spot for the QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution that this monitor provides. The Height Adjustment mechanism is very smooth as well. It was very easy to setup and it came with a DisplayPort cable in the box which was a nice bonus. For my use case I mostly use the monitor connected via DisplayPort to my desktop computer with an AMD graphics card. However, I did temporarily connect it to my gaming laptop which uses Nvidia and while the monitor uses AMD FreeSync Premium and isnt listed as G-Sync compatible I manually enabled G-Sync within the Nvidia software on my laptop and it seemed to work just fine in my limited testing. (I should note that the G-Sync option will only appear when the monitor is connected via the DisplayPort.) I also tested my laptop connected to the monitor’s HDMI port using a premium Cable Matters HDMI cable and was getting a 144Hz refresh rate at the maximum resolution in the few games that I tested. The only very minor annoyance that I have is that you have to reach your hand around the back of the right side of the monitor to access the controls.

I switched from a 36 inch tv to this and Im so happy I did. Its perfect for gaming after you alter the monitors settings a bit. Highly recommend.

Cheap and very usefull

The monitor itself is fine, the included DisplayPort cable was not working however, and it took considerable time to figure it out, it was quite a headache. The idea of packing everything back and bringing the large box back to Amazon was not too attractive, had to buy another cable by myself.

This is a great screen out of the box. 165hz, 1ms ensures gameplay is butter smooth so long as your rig can hit those frames. Product description does not mention compatibility with Nvidia G-Sync, but I can confirm that it is compatible for a tear-free experience. The included displayport cable is a bit temperamental, it took me a bit to figure out it was the cable. Using a good quality cable fixed the issues of HDR not being detected, and sometimes the monitor not picking up that there was picture being output on power on. All in all fantastic value for the available features, well worth dealing with some minor annoyances that dont require more than a quick search online for easy solutions.

ive had the same 60hz asus ips since 2013, its been my main monitor for ever. it was such a good monitor and non i ever seen in person seemed better. BUT this hp monitor BLOWS this thing out of the water. the white are truly white, the blacks are truly black, the greys look grey. the colors are popping! i got this monitor for 150 on sale and my god i wish i bought 2 now. the base mount is really good and slides up and down smooth as butter. i did notice that with my 1660 ti having it at 165hz uses my gpu and makes the heat rise. but if i have it set to 144hz which is more around the gpu can handle then it works fine. so if you dont have a good mid range or high end card it will still do you justice just lower the refresh rate like i did. this and nvidias digital vibrance is freaking insane. im so happy with this monitor

Gave it a try at ~$225. Picture quality is very nice but the ghosting is awful. All colors bleeding and leaving a a colored halo trail behind surface or line or contracting color. I do not recommend this for anyone gaming. For Photoshop or picture quality its nice, but not for gaming. Returning it. March 27, 2023 The example photos were taken with the monitor at 165hz refresh rate and the monitor setting Gaming > Response time > Level 4(Fastest). Double checked both computer Windows settings and nvidia settings, all set to 165 refresh and working properly. Game was running smoothly. One photo is not moving. The photo with the cloud blur and doubling was taken while moving the mouse at regular speed, not trying to whip 180 or anything.

Really like it. The price is good.

I gave this 5 stars because of the speed of delivery, especially during Christmas week. He had it 4 days earlier than expected. I cant attest to the quality or anything else because I havent used it. Ive asked him how it works and if hes happy and he smiled and said yes and anyone with a teen knows thats as good as it gets. Hes been gaming for 4 years and has a YouTube channel so Im assuming that he knows what hes talking about.

Was kind of nervous after realizing there were 2 different panel manufacturers and receiving the less desirable of the two(BIM model) but holy crap this thing is crisp. No bright spots, even coloring, and man is gaming on it smooth. Well worth the money spent!