ViewSonic ColorPro 100W Thunderbolt VP2788-5K 27-inch 5K Monitor Review

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Main Features

Display Size: 27"

Panel Type: IPS-Type LCD

Resolution: 5120 x 2880

Refresh Rate: 75 Hz

Response Time: 14 ms

Contrast Ratio: 2000:1

HDR Support: Yes

Max Brightness: 500 nits (cd/m²) - HDR Mode

Coating: Anti-Glare

Curved Screen: No

ViewSonic VP2788-5K Overview

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ViewSonic VP2788-5K delivers essential features with a focus on visual comfort and usability. It's well suited for both home and office environments. It features 27", IPS-TYPE LCD panel, 5120 x 2880 resolution, 75Hz refresh rate, HDR support. It brings together the essentials for work, browsing, and video.

Who is it for?

When it comes to office work, fair choice for office environments where budget is a primary concern. Functionality is adequate for essential business applications.

For creative work, adequate for entry-level creative work and learning design basics. Color accuracy is reasonable for non-professional projects but may require external calibration.

Who is it not for?

For gaming, gaming performance is below average on this display. You'll likely experience motion blur and slower response times during fast-paced games.

ViewSonic VP2788-5K is a member of ViewSonic's VP series of monitors. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

ViewSonic VP Series History

Model	Display Size	Resolution	Refresh Rate
ViewSonic VP2785-4K Compare	27"	3840 x 2160	60 Hz
ViewSonic VP16-OLED Compare	15.6"	1920 x 1080	60 Hz
ViewSonic VP2756-2K Compare	27"	2560 x 1440	60 Hz
ViewSonic VP2768A Compare	27"	2560 x 1440	60 Hz
ViewSonic VP2756-4K Compare	27"	3840 x 2160	60 Hz
ViewSonic VP2788-5K	27"	5120 x 2880	75 Hz
ViewSonic VP3881 Compare	37.5"	3840 x 1600	75 Hz

Details

GENERAL
Brand	ViewSonic
Model Name	VP2788-5K
Instruction Set	27"
Panel Type	IPS-Type LCD
Resolution	5120 x 2880
Refresh Rate	75 Hz
Aspect Ratio	16:9

With an IPS panel known for its wide viewing angles and color accuracy and a refresh rate of 5120 Hz, this display supports consistent performance across both creative and casual use cases. Its 75 resolution ensures sharp visuals. HDR support enhances dynamic range for a more vivid image. It offers wide color gamut coverage, which benefits professionals dealing with color-critical work.

Image Quality & Performance
Contrast Ratio	2000:1
Max Brightness	500 nits
HDR Support	Yes
Color Support (Bit Depth, FRC)	1.07 Billion Colors
Color Gamut	99% DCI-P3
Response Time	14 ms (GtG)
Variable Refresh Technology	Variable Refresh Rate (VRR)
Curved Display	No

Usage Suitability

Gaming: ★★☆☆☆

Office Work: ★★★☆☆

Creative Work: ★★★☆☆

Higher-rated monitors for Gaming use:

ASUS PG27UCDM ★★★★★

26.5", 0.03 ms, 240 Hz
ASUS PG32UCDM ★★★★★

31.5", 0.03 ms, 240 Hz
LG 27GQ50B-B ★★★★★

27", 1 ms, 165 Hz

Higher-rated monitors for Office use:

Dell U2723QE ★★★★☆

27", IPS-Type LCD
Dell UltraSharp 34 ★★★★☆

34.14", IPS-Type LCD
LG 27BN85UN-B ★★★★☆

27", IPS-Type LCD

Higher-rated monitors for Creative use:

LG 27MD5KL ★★★★★

27", 99% DCI-P3, 99% CIE1976
MSI Pro MP273A ★★★★★

27", 106% CIE1976
Dell E2425H ★★★★★

24", 72% CIE1931, 83% CIE1976

Physical & Design
Coating	Anti-Glare
Adjustments	Swivel 60° Rotation -90 to 90° Tilt 5 to 22° Height 4.7" / 120 mm
Dimensions (with Stand)	24.1 x 21.4 x 8.3" / 612.9 x 544.5 x 209.9 mm
Dimensions (w/o Stand)	24.1 x 14.5 x 2.3" / 612.9 x 367.2 x 57.5 mm
VESA Mount	100 x 100 mm

It supports the common 100x100 mm VESA mount, making it easy to pair with most arms and wall mounts. The Anti-Glare screen finish helps reduce glare, making it easier to view in bright rooms. It offers ergonomic features such as height adjustment, tilt support, swivel functionality, portrait rotation.

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Connectivity & Audio
USB Ports	2x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) with USB PD 100 W2x USB-C (Unspecified Version)2x USB-A (Unspecified Version)
HDCP Support	Yes
Multi-Input (PIP/PBP)	No

Connection features support diverse usage scenarios effectively. Basic connectivity options focus on reliability and universal compatibility over premium features. Check laptop port compatibility and graphics performance to avoid connectivity or performance limitations.

Power & Environmental
Input Power	100 to 240 VAC, 60 / 50 Hz
Power Consumption	Maximum: 245.0 W
Operating Conditions	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C at 20 to 90% Humidity
Certifications	CEC, ENERGY STAR, EPEAT, FCC, ICES, cTUVus