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Revainrating 4 out of 5

It took a day to adjust to the curve

This is a great monitor for the price. I bought it on sale and don't have a new monitor to compare to as I just used my TV. Came with a cable so it could run at 144 but wasn't able to yet and took a while to get used to the curve. A day in use and now I don't really notice the curvature but if you've never used a curved screen you will notice. Not sure if there are built in speakers or quality as I used headphones the entire time.

What are the reasons to consider AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • GOLS certified
What are the problems of using AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Big and bulky

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Good for the price: my rating

Overall this monitor is really good for the price, never had a problem, always works well with any game - 3070/i7 10709k My son loves it. He said it was a definite upgrade. He’s been enjoying it since Xmas 2021.

What are the favorable features of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • My son loves this. He said it was definitely an upgrade. He's been enjoying it since Christmas 2021.
What negative features does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate have?
  • Limited response time

Revainrating 1 out of 5

High frequency noise in my review

Within 5 minutes of connecting the monitor I heard a very high pitched beep that would not stop. I had to reset all display settings for the noise to stop. Basically the tunings are meaningless as they only produce a high pitched sound when tuned.

What benefits does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate offer?
  • Brings joy
What are the cons of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • There is a problem

Revainrating 4 out of 5

1080p 144hz 27 ": my review

nice upgrade from a 24" 60hz 1080 monitor. gsync works as described + it comes with a display port cable. The curve is very nice and makes the monitor look really good. There are many preset options + many customization options. This monitor will be great bright.

What are the advantages of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • TO OPEN
What negative features does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate have?
  • Limited Customer Support

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great monitor! in my rating

I recently built my first computer and wanted a good monitor and kept arguing between 24 and 27 inches and finally settled on 27. I also didn't realize it was curved when I bought this monitor. I just added it to my cart and clicked the buy button, HA! But it's a great monitor, it's definitely bigger than I thought it would be, but great for gaming, everyday activities and even watching shows!

What are the key selling points of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Connections: 1 Displayport and 2 HDMI ports (Displayport cable and HDMI cable included)
What are the problems of using AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Loud fans.

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Good monitor for gaming

This monitor is good for gaming. Despite what was said upon purchase, it doesn't look like GSYNC is officially supported, but I haven't noticed any screen tearing when playing games at 1080p 144Hz. However, if you want to do something other than gaming, it's not very good. general. The text is very difficult to read as it is rendered blurry and the fine details are the same. Photo editing or graphic design won't work with it because your edges will be distorted. I seriously considered returning

What are the positive aspects of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • ‎Full HD (1920 x 1080) pixels
What are the cons of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Bad contrast

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Doesn't last long - bad supplier support

I received one of these in February 2021 as an upgrade to a smaller Zepter monitor I bought a year earlier. My son wanted something decent to play with and it was affordable. Unfortunately, after 6 months, the monitor showed problems and Aopen asked me to pack it and ship it at my own expense. They also said that if they found it wasn't their problem, they would sue me. I tested it on another PC with the same results (but it took a while to go bad). Never returned to send at my expense. Will…

What are the reasons to consider AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Its slim bezel makes it stylish and modern.
What are the disadvantages of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Bad built-in speakers.

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great quality for the price

It took me a few minutes longer than I want to activate 165Hz on the control panel, but everything works smoothly. The downside here is PPI, it's a 1080p monitor on a 27 inch panel. But I hardly notice it, and the refresh rate is amazing. I highly recommend.

What are the favorable features of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • acer
What are the cons of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • There are nuances

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The missing screw - my new review

I don't know how it happened, but this monitor didn't come with a screw that I could use to attach the monitor. please help

What are the upsides of using AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Perfect for me
What are the disadvantages of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Packaging is not nice

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I love it! - my new rating

Bought for computer games. My gaming settings are set to medium and this monitor displays it well. I get 200 fps in Modern Warfare and with that the monitor covers that with the included HDMI cable. Change your Windows and Nvidia settings to 240Hz and you're ready to race.

What are the advantages of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • refresh rate 165Hz | Response Time: 5ms (G to G)
What negative features does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate have?
  • Inadequate customer service

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Wow what a difference!

After years of squinting and playing on my laptop, I finally pulled the trigger. Not only is the gaming experience 1000 times better, my eyes thank me every day! This monitor is great, don't wait to get it!

What are the key selling points of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Looks great, but the stand is pretty junk.
What are the problems of using AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Poor quality stand.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The best 165 Hz on the market for the price!

This monitor is insane. The deal with this monitor is amazing for 165Hz and sync. I would 1000% recommend it to everyone!

What positive qualities does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate possess?
  • With a high refresh rate, movies and games look smooth.
What are the cons of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • quality

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great 27 " monitor for the money.

I have another 27 inches that I'm sitting next to this one. This color is much better, probably because of the blacker black. Anyway very satisfied so far.

What are the favorable features of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Its anti-reflective coating prevents eye strain.
What negative features does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate have?
  • Very expensive

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Nice but not very bright

This monitor is "addictive". Good picture although 144Hz with DP. The small joystick button for switching on and off and calling up the menu on the back is impractical. There's also no auto-off feature. If you're using the DP port, you'll need to turn it on or off at the right time, otherwise you'll have to reboot at shutdown, or "skip" the shutdown and tap to make the damn thing turn off. Sometimes the display is not recognized via DP either. Depending on the setting, the screen is quite soft…

What are the upsides of using AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Bent
What are the negative aspects of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Loud fans.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great monitor in my opinion

Love the look and got it in the middle of the workday so overall it was cheaper it's a great monitor for the price. You can try to take another one if it appears on sale.

What are the pros of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Wide viewing angles allow you to get an excellent picture from anywhere in the room.
What are the shortcomings associated with AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • I vaguely remember

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Great screen except the top of the screen is see-through.

Could have given 5 stars if the screen hadn't detached from the rear frame. It's not a major distraction, but it's a downside nonetheless. When I squeeze it, it lasts for a while but keeps falling apart. This only happened on one of the two screens purchased. Update September 20th: I thought I could squeeze and glue the top together and now the monitor is in the trash. Next time I'll use a different brand.

What benefits does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate offer?
  • Zero Limit Design
What are the negative aspects of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • communication with the seller

Revainrating 1 out of 5

DON'T WASTE TIME AND MONEY

I bought this monitor on July 1st 2021, it came ok, connected, everything was nice and stylish, remember I'm not a regular gamer so this monitor hasn't been abused at all! I pretty much played with this monitor last December 15th and then left the country leaving the monitor fine and working. When I was at home on January 22nd I found this huge crack on my screen out of nowhere! Contacted Aopen and told them about it, they said the warranty was expired and I would have to pay $179.99 to fix it,

What benefits does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate offer?
  • 27 inches
What are the problems of using AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Limited customization options

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Constantly blank when using display port. TO UPDATE!

I can't change the refresh rate using the included DP cable and the screen keeps going black, but HDMI allows me to change the refresh rate to 120Hz and seems stable. Not sure if it's wrong. UPDATE 6/17/22 The monitor glass is now separated from the frame at the top. The actual image on the monitor hasn't been affected yet, but I can now see reflections of light where the glass is peeling off. The picture is still pretty good, but this monitor definitely uses cheap parts. Wouldn't buy again.

What positive qualities does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate possess?
  • Works very well. I'm particularly pleased with the built-in grille. No complaints.
What negative features does AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate have?
  • About

Great monitor, bought two, very satisfied. However, it failed once after about 6 months. the bottom 3/4 are shimmery and striped. I tried changing the update, resolution and different cables. At this point, it's definitely a monitor gone bad. This is very bad.

What are the reasons to consider AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • The adjustable stand gives you the perfect viewing angle
What are the problems of using AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • low resolution

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Meets the expectations I was looking for

This is my first monitor. It meets all the requirements I was looking for. I've only used it on my Xbox so I assumed the picture quality would be 2x better on a real PC.

What are the advantages of AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • We have three of these in the gaming chair, they are great
What are the shortcomings associated with AOPEN 27HC5R Pbiipx Curved Monitor with FREESYNC Technology, Full HD 165Hz Refresh Rate?
  • Image retention: If an image is on the screen for too long, the image may remain on the screen permanently.