Sansui Curved 27-inch
Score: 84/100
LG 27UP850K-W
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Sansui ES-27C1-CA is a 27-inch curved VA monitor with a 120 Hz refresh rate, USB-C video-plus-PD and built-in speakers, targeting budget-conscious users who want an immersive display for work and casual gaming.
The LG 27UP850K-W is a 27-inch 4K IPS monitor that excels in color accuracy and offers a versatile USB-C docking solution. Its fully adjustable stand and VESA HDR400 make it ideal for creative professionals, though the 60 Hz panel and modest HDR limit its gaming appeal.
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Resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
Panel Type | VA | IPS |
Brightness (nits) | 300 nits | 400 nits |
Contrast Ratio (ratio) | 4000 ratio | 1200:1 ratio |
Response Time (ms) | 1 ms | 5 ms |
Color Gamut | 110 | 95% DCI-P3 |
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HDMI Ports (count) | 1 count | 2 count |
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Tilt Range (degrees) | 20 degrees | -5 to 20 degrees |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional editors and reviewers highlight the ES-27C1-CA as a value-packed option, praising its 1500R curve, 120 Hz panel, and the uncommon USB-C input for a monitor in this price range, while noting that its feature set is impressive for the cost.
Everyday users appreciate the monitor's sleek design, immersive curve, smooth motion, and easy USB-C connectivity, especially with laptops like the MacBook Pro, while common complaints focus on weak speakers and limited ergonomic adjustments.
Professional reviewers consider the 27UP850K-W a top-tier productivity monitor for creatives, especially Mac users, citing its precise color reproduction, robust USB-C docking, and ergonomic flexibility. While it includes modest gaming features, the 60 Hz panel and basic HDR limit its appeal for serious gamers, and the lack of a built-in KVM switch is noted as a drawback.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the monitor's color accuracy, USB-C convenience, and adjustable stand, noting it improves workflow and reduces eye strain. Common complaints focus on the modest HDR impact, average built-in speakers, absence of a webcam, occasional backlight bleed, and the lack of automatic input switching.
“Perfect for photo editing-colors are vibrant and accurate.”
“USB-C changed my workflow-laptop charges, connects, and displays 4K all in one cable.”
“The height and pivot adjustment make it great for dual-monitor setups.”
