Lenovo has expanded its 27-inch 1080p gaming monitor lineup with the introduction of the Legion R27i-30. This monitor boasts an IPS panel with Full HD resolution, specifically 1920 x 1080 pixels. Impressively, it achieves a maximum refresh rate of 180 Hz and carries DisplayHDR-400 certification.
In terms of specifications, the Lenovo R27i-30 offers a contrast ratio of 1000:1, a rapid 0.5 ms response time (MPRT), a peak brightness rating of 400 cd/m², and a robust 8-bit color depth.
Furthermore, the data sheet ensures an extensive color gamut, with 99 percent coverage of sRGB and 90 percent of DCI-P3. Its power efficiency stands at a reasonable 21 watts. To prevent tearing during gameplay, FreeSync Premium technology is in place. The monitor also features built-in speakers, albeit with a modest output of 3 watts each. Notably, there are no USB ports included in the interface.
Lenovo doesn’t compromise on ergonomics, offering tilt, rotation, height adjustment, pivot functionality, VESA mounting compatibility (100 x 100 mm), blue light filtering, and flicker-free backlighting for user comfort.
Weighing in at 4.9 kg without the stand, the Lenovo Legion R27i-30 includes a generous 3-year limited warranty.
Price and availability
For those interested, the Lenovo R27i-30 27-inch 27-inch 1080p gaming monitor is currently available on Amazon.co.uk, priced at £209.
Lenovo R27i-30 specifications
- Display: 27-inch IPS panel, Anti-glare
- Max View Area: 596.7 x 335.7 mm
- Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Pixel Pitch: 0.233 x 0.233 mm
- Dot / Pixel Per Inch: 82 dpi
- Brightness: 350 nits (Typical) / 400 nits (Peak)
- Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
- Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 3M:1
- View Angle: 178°, 178°
- Response Time: 0.5 ms (MPRT)
- Refresh Rate: 165Hz (Overclock to 180Hz)
- Color Gamut: 99% sRGB, 90% DCI-P3
- Color Support: 16.7 Million
- Color Depth: 8-bit
- Features: DisplayHDR 400, Gaming Console Support, Natural Low Blue Light, Lenovo Artery, AMD FreeSync Premium, Kensington slot, Eyesafe 2.0, TÜV Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort
- Audio: 2x 3W Speakers
- Ports: 2 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x DisplayPort 1.4, 1 x Headphone output
- VESA mount: 100 x 100 mm
- Stand: Tilt (-5° to +22°), Swivel (30°), Pivot (90° to +90°), Height adj. (135mm)
- Dimensions: 613.6 x 258.8 x 527.4 mm (with stand)
- Weight: 6.8 kg / 15 lbs (with stand)
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