In the era of diversified gaming, players’ preferences are often not singular. Looking back, budget monitors typically excel in one specific feature, either exceptional image quality or a high refresh rate, making it difficult to meet players’ demands for both. If one wanted a more comprehensive gaming experience, the only solution in the past seemed to be “spending more money.” Some players opted for a setup with one high-quality monitor and another with a high refresh rate to cater to different types of games, while others chose to invest in an expensive high-end monitor as a “one-stop solution.” This “compromised” approach increased hardware and budget investments, which obviously wasn’t suitable for most gamers.
At this year’s CES 2024 exhibition, in response to players’ dual demands for both image quality and high refresh rates, manufacturers provided a practical solution: dual-mode monitors. Unlike traditional single-mode monitors, dual-mode monitors offer two output modes—high refresh rate and high resolution—allowing players to switch between “high image quality” and “high frame rate” seamlessly. The previous single-choice question between “image quality” and “frame rate” has transformed into a multiple-choice question, eliminating the need for players to compromise. Following this, many monitor manufacturers intend to “take the lead” and seize the dual-mode monitor market. Recently, I received the HKC G27H7Pro dual-mode monitor, which can be set to a maximum of 4K ultra-clear resolution or a blazing fast 320Hz refresh rate, and is priced below 2000 yuan, offering both screen quality and cost-effectiveness. Without further ado, let’s dive into a discussion about the HKC G27H7Pro dual-mode monitor.
Design: Classic “Falcon” Appearance with Four-Side Narrow Bezel Design
The HKC G27H7Pro is a standard 27-inch monitor with a 16:9 screen ratio and a four-side narrow bezel design. The ultra-narrow bezel design gives it an extremely high screen-to-body ratio, creating a strong visual impact.
The back of the monitor continues the classic tradition of the Falcon series, with the shape of a majestic eagle serving as the core design element, forming a unique design language. The stripes on both sides are neatly staggered, cleverly outlining the contour of an eagle spreading its wings. A red decorative strip is embedded at the top, resembling an eagle’s head, which complements the black exterior perfectly. The overall design exudes a strong gaming aesthetic.
The stand is also made of very sturdy material, supporting a height adjustment range of 100±5mm and a tilt range of -5°/20°, allowing for free adjustment according to one’s height and sitting posture to adapt to various usage scenarios. Somewhat unfortunately, this monitor does not support horizontal adjustment. For users who need to frequently adjust the monitor’s angle, it may be slightly inconvenient. However, the up-and-down tilt and height adjustment provided by the HKC G27H7Pro can cover daily usage scenarios, and coupled with the VESA mount design, it basically compensates for this limitation.
The Fast IPS liquid crystal panel, combined with an ultra-high refresh rate of 320Hz and an ultra-fast response time of 1ms2, allows players to enjoy a lag-free operation feel akin to professional gamers. Whether it’s scoping, last-hitting minions, tapping towers, strafing, or engaging in gun battles, everything happens a step faster than your opponents.
It supports hardware-level low blue light technology, effectively reducing high-energy short-wave blue light at the hardware level. This not only delays visual fatigue but also maintains accurate color reproduction, providing players with a more relaxed and comfortable gaming experience.
