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Revainrating 5 out of 5

A high-quality alternative to the Apple Thunderbolt series monitor!

I bought this monitor as an alternative to the expensive Apple Thunderbolt series and am very glad I did. I saved a lot of money but got amazing quality (aka BOOM for my MONEY!) and the included speakers which was a nice bonus. It came with a stand, but I chose to mount it on the wall behind my desk so I have more desk space to work with. So far no complaints, I will buy again!

What are the upsides of using Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Its flicker-free technology prevents headaches
What are the shortcomings associated with Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Screen Tearing: This occurs when the monitor's refresh rate is too slow, causing the image to appear choppy or distorted.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

ViewSonic VA2855SMH is very good with excellent display

It is very easy to connect and ViewSonic is known for their high quality products. The image on the screen is sharp and clear, with no smudges on the eyes. The documentation could be a bit better in the box, but the website has everything you need. It's worth the money and would buy it again without question. Revain has a good price. I've heard most places are out of stock and this item may be discontinued - I bought this monitor in 2016 and it's 2019 and it's still working great!

What are the favorable features of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Low blue light mode helps you stay focused
What are the negative aspects of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Security

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Bright but poor volume control and control labels.

Nice bright picture. What I don't like is the lack of an easy way to control the built-in speakers. They do not respond to computer volume controls. It's a real pain not being able to turn them off or adjust the volume without going into the OSD and pressing a series of buttons. And the keys are so badly labeled that you can't see the markings, especially when the bright monitor is on. I'm including a picture to show the original and the toothpaste grated on it.

What are the positive aspects of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • hands free
What are the shortcomings associated with Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • You could choose a newer model

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Wonderful!: my rating

I bought this monitor because of its impressive size and most importantly because of the blue light filter. This was a smart move as the filter is amazing and easy to use - you have a 0 to 100 scale showing how much or how little you want to apply. Blue light filter is very important nowadays as we know that blue light can affect your vision. None of my other monitors have ever had this, so I'm glad it works so well. I was also surprised and pleased to see how great the colors are on this…

What are the positive aspects of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • ‎VA2855SMH
What are the negative aspects of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Monitor colors are washed out.

I was a bit concerned about the capabilities of this monitor compared to others I've had in the past. I wanted something big that I can see without changing my PC's resolution settings to see some of the websites you visit frequently. I suffer from vision and mobility issues so clarity and font size were essential to my use. I was amazed by the clarity and brightness of the screen from the moment I turned it on. The price-performance ratio of this monitor exceeds my expectations. I was a little

What are the upsides of using Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • ‎240 volts (AC)
What are the disadvantages of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Some cons

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great monitor but very bright!

This is an excellent monitor. Unpacking and connecting took no more than 15 minutes. Worked great with regular windows drivers and even better after downloading the driver from Viewsonic. My only complaint is that this sucker is BRIGHT! I had to set the brightness/contrast to about a third of maximum (it was set to maximum by default) to be able to use it.

What benefits does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI offer?
  • Everything OK!
What are the downsides to using Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • The cable is shorter than other picks.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

BEST monitor I have found ---

Brilliant edge sharpness and outstanding sharpness, superior input freedom and responsiveness, well suited for fast gaming, student applications or office use. An adjustable, low-profile stand allows the keyboard to rest against the edge of the monitor with almost no interference, while a minimalist half-inch bezel allows multiple monitors to be stacked without annoying shaded edges. Color reproduction and saturation are excellent, the maximum resolution as high as possible. Resolution and…

What are the favorable features of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • 1920x1080 pixels
What are the disadvantages of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • I don't remember, but there was something

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The monitor was delivered early.

Great monitor for the price, works great. Easy setup and no image quality adjustment required. I love its size and its look which is different from my old HP monitor that I had for years.

What positive qualities does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI possess?
  • Doping 🔥
What negative qualities does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI possess?
  • Limited contrast ratio

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fantastic monitor in my review

The resolution of the monitor is very sharp and clear. I have no questions about the image quality at all. The only downside I have is the base size, which is about the same for all monitors of this size. I understand you need to have a base big enough to make it stable, but larger bases certainly take up more desk space. Otherwise it's great.

What are the positive aspects of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • That's great
What negative qualities does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI possess?
  • Limited resolution options

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good monitor for the price.

Good monitor but I was a bit disappointed with the resolution. But I use it as a karaoke monitor, so the resolution isn't that important. Works well for the price.

What benefits does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI offer?
  • a good thing
What are the downsides to using Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • i will be quiet

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Terrible contrast and color

White, off-white, yellow and gray mix and you can hardly tell them apart. In addition, they do not stand out against the background. I've spent a lot of time tweaking and trying to get it right but to no avail. Disappointing. I'm not sure how long I can tolerate this issue and I regret this purchase. November 2018: Connected to a computer with an HDMI cable instead of a VGA cable and made a huge improvement.

What benefits does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI offer?
  • anti-reflective
What are the drawbacks of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Low maintainability

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great for general viewing.

Bought for my uncle and his new computer I'm installing. I'm impressed with the picture quality considering it's Full HD and not UHD. The screen is bright and the picture is sharp and clear. I am considering one for myself and one for my wife.

What are the favorable features of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Preferably
What are the disadvantages of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Not bad

Revainrating 5 out of 5

These monitors make me more productive and a pleasure to look at.

I bought two of these as a set with the desk mounts I just bought. The price was good, but the ViewSonic brand is another reason I went down this route. I am not disappointed. I have better gear at home than at work. The great thing about them is that I have them side-by-side and you can place a full Word doc and a full-size PDF side-by-side on the same screen and use the other screen side-by-side for email and spreadsheets. It's like having four monitors. The clarity is excellent and the…

What are the perks associated with Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • ViewSonic
What are the disadvantages of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • expensive

Revainrating 2 out of 5

I think the cable is missing

The item looks clean and good. I don't know if it works as there is no "power cord". I would have sent it back but haven't opened it to date. The VGA cable was included but the power cable was not. Since I can not reach the seller, I can only describe my problem here. I am trying to buy now. I don't even know what that should look like.

What benefits does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI offer?
  • ‎No
What are the disadvantages of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Image retention: If an image is on the screen for too long, the image may remain on the screen permanently.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very important! in my rating

Bought this monitor for home work - email, spreadsheets etc. It is ideal for these purposes with a clear and bright image. It has VGA and HDMI ports, but no DisplayPort, which many laptop docking stations now use.

What benefits does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI offer?
  • computers and accessories
What negative qualities does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI possess?
  • Flickering: If the monitor's refresh rate is too low, the display may flicker.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Elderly man has to work on the computer

I spend many hours every day in front of my computer. By the time I was in my 70s, I started noticing eye fatigue because text wasn't as clear as it used to be. I switched to this high definition screen and the eye strain was gone. It has great brightness settings and other settings that help me with my browsing.

What are the positive aspects of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Just unbelievable!
What are the drawbacks of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Limited color accuracy

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Ditch your old speakers

Easy setup. decorate the picture. chip sound. Or maybe I don't know how to tweak the sound but went back to the old speaker for the sound and got the best of both worlds.

What are the pros of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Durable finish
What are the cons of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • I will write later

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great video - audio less convenient

Although this device is designed to be used as a computer monitor, I use it as a television connected to the HDMI port of a fiber optic internet box. The picture quality is excellent. The only drawback is that the volume has to be adjusted by repeatedly pressing the menu buttons, which is not very convenient. This shortcoming can also come into play when the unit is used as a computer monitor (in contrast, my Dell computer monitor has a handy volume control). I would buy this device again. The…

What are the perks associated with Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • SEE THE DIFFERENCE: Brilliant clarity and detail in Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080p).
What are the negative aspects of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Good but not great

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Good price in my opinion

I ordered two of these displays to replace outdated 21.5" KDS units. ViewSonic had no dead pixels and was easy to set up. Only minimal adjustment (contrast and brightness) was required to achieve excellent performance. The built-in power supply is a plus as it doesn't struggle with a wall wart or hanging power supply.

What positive qualities does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI possess?
  • Its slim bezel makes it stylish and modern.
What negative qualities does Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI possess?
  • Useless functions

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Healed my eyes/stress migraines.

I was having migraines from day trading on my 3 year old Asus monitor and came across an article titled "The 7 Best Eye Strain Monitor Reviews of 2020". I read in reviews that a person suffering from migraines was cured with Viewsonic VX 2427 mhd24. Flicker free and blue light filter technology also cured my migraines at a bargain price.

What are the positive aspects of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • 9.8x26x17.8 inches
What are the disadvantages of Enhanced Viewing ViewSonic VA2855SMH Monitor: 1920X1080P, 4Hz, Anti-Glare, LCD, HDMI?
  • Unresponsive touch screen