AOC P2779VC Review
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Review of AOC P2779VC
Monitors with accessories for productivity or additional utilities are a rising trend in today’s digital market. We have seen different iterations of these additions; from speakers to webcams and then now to wireless charging ports. Gadget recharging without cables recently became popular with mainstream high-end phones, and manufacturers are pushing out products that can provide power to these devices seamlessly for a clutterless, and streamlined tabletop environment. As one of the biggest display manufacturers with 60 years of experience, AOC is following up to this trend with their AOC P2779VC. This product is a 27-inch monitor with a 1080p PLS panel that incorporates a wireless dock into the base of the stand. This model is an attractive option for office and home environments, both as a mainstream display offering and as a techy gadget providing convenience for any user whether at work or home with an affordable price tag.
AOC P2779VC Specifications
- Screen Size: 28 Inches
- Resolution: 1080P FHD
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Panel Technology: Plane Line Switching (PLS)
- Refresh Rate: 60hz
- Response Time: 5ms
- Contrast Ratio: 20,000,000:1 (Dynamic)
- Brightness: 300 cd/m²
- Built-in Speakers: No
- Stand: Height – No
- Stand: Tilt – Yes (-5°/+23°)
- Stand: Swivel – No
- Stand: Pivot – No
- VESA Compatibility: No
- Connectivity: HDMI 1.3 x 2, VGA x 1
- Dimensions with Stand(WxHxD): 25.9″ x 18.4″ x 6″
- Weight: 11.7lbs
Design and Features of AOC P2779VC
The new AOC P2779VC features ultra-slim bezels which are almost invisible against the large 27 inches of viewing space, apart from the slightly thicker bottom strip that houses the logo and button labels. This model has a matte black cabinet aside from the glossy casing of the module; the product looks gorgeous and similar to more expensive offerings from competitors. This style along with the affordable pricing are some of the key features that the company is banking on since the monitor fits the stylish office setting more than it does the performance setups of professionals and gamers. Once available, we might see this product on upscale corporate workplaces, hotel front desks or something similar. The OSD buttons can be found on the bottom part of the frame, neatly tucked away from plain sight. The labels mentioned earlier correspond to each, so fiddling aimlessly to press each will not be a bother.
The golden stand and base work quite well in matching with the minimalist cabinet and has a profile similar to most of AOC’s mainstream offerings such as the AOC U2879VF. This mechanism, however, only offers tilting adjustments, a limitation shared among AOC’s entry level line. But what separates this offering from the other products is the built-in Qi wireless charging unit, which replenishes power for compatible devices such mobile phones and tablets.For those who are not familiar with Qi wireless charging, it is a widely accepted standard for devices that charge via induction transfer instead of the conventional means which requires a cable with an adaptor or a USB connection. The capability to dock like this has risen in popularity, a trend started by Google and LG with the 2013 Nexus 5. Samsung is one of the companies to bank on this feature with their devices, and as of the moment, they are the only manufacturer offering display products that have this type of docking. For those who are not familiar with Qi wireless charging, it is a widely accepted standard for devices that charge via induction transfer instead of the conventional means which requires a cable with an adaptor or a USB connection.
This model from AOC offers a limited range of signal input options which only include two HDMI 1.3 slots and a VGA port for legacy applications. The inclusion of DisplayPort would have been nice for flexibility, but HDMI is more than adequate for the 1080P 60hz the product is capable of, not to mention that HDMI is widely used and conveniently available. Adding USB slots was not on the company’s agenda for this product either, since it would somehow defeat the purpose of the charging base, but it would have been a nice addition nonetheless.
Display and Features
The AOC P2779VC’s 27-inches of viewing space is more than adequate for its native resolution which sits at 1920 x 1080. By today’s standards, 1440P would be a better option for monitors of this size, but we suspect that AOC went with the lower resolution since it is widely accepted as a standard more than the latter, and is considerably cheaper. The company also went with Plane Line Switching panels for this offering, a type manufactured by Samsung which is similar to IPS with a few minor advantages in viewing angles, brightness, and cost, as claimed by the company. The true 8-bit color LUT allows for a multitude of colors and shades, so pictures appear sharp and vibrant, as expected from the panel tech. Contrast is also quite good from what we have seen, and based on the listed 20,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, performance in this regard is at par with what high-quality IPS monitors offer for the users.
Other than the specs listed and provided by AOC for the P2779VC, there is no VRR tech included in the product to compliment the regular 60hz refresh rate and 5ms response time. This absence is expected since for a 27-inch PLS monitor; $200 is already a bargain. The company’s aim for this product does not include gaming applications, but for casual entertainment applications, this product is an adequate choice. There are also no listed color standards as of the moment, so graphics professionals along with hardcore games should look elsewhere. This product is an entry-level option gifted with Qi wireless charging as a bundle, instead of a niche-specific offering, after all.
Conclusion
While actual performance numbers are unclear at this time, the AOC P2779VC is shaping up to be an exciting product in the mainstream sector of monitors. The addition of Qi wireless charging is a big plus, considering flexible docking options is an up and coming trend we have seen in recent models. This product’s release date is slated for December 2016, and AOC is stating that it will be widely available on modern retail platforms such as Amazon and Newegg with a $199.99 price tag. That is quite affordable for a PLS panel with a big extra in the form of a charging base. Buying a separate product would cost around $20 to $50, so if we do the math that is a significant chunk of what AOC is asking. The information we have is limited regarding actual performance but judging from the specs; the aoc P2779VC is capable of adequate display output suitable for everyday tasks both at home and at the office.
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