HP ZR30w

• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 4 reviews
• My rating: 0 stars

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• 10 stars

  Outstanding 30" Monitor

  by AlexKiddMaster on March 23, 2011

  Pros: Lowest input lag of any 30" monitor.
  30 - Bit color.
  IPS
  Outstanding uniformity
  wide gamut (which , for a 30-bit panel a good thing with a 30-Bit panel)

  Cons: No OSD
  No Built-in Scalar

  Summary: I think it's important to point out that Erik's review is from the perspective of the average consumer, rather than a professinal/enthusiast. A pro would probably care ...

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  Summary: I think it's important to point out that Erik's review is from the perspective of the average consumer, rather than a professinal/enthusiast. A pro would probably care more about things like input lag, calibrated contrast ratio, panel uniformity, color accuracy, gamut, etc --as opposed to the number of ports, OSD, and things of that nature...
  
  Putting that issue aside, the ZR30w has comparable image quality to the Dell U3011 (it's the same screen). The 3011 is has more ports, an OSD and built-in scalar. The ZR30w intentionally omits these features in order to minimize processing time (input lag). For me, input lag was more critical, so I went with HP. Here's a more thorough review at AnandTech: http://www.anandtech.com/show/3754/a-new-30-contender-hp-zr30w-review/1

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  1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 10 stars

  Fantastic Studio Grade 30 inch Monitor

  by Tempest790 on June 11, 2010

  Pros: Bright screen (very bright)
  Well saturated colors
  Sturdy stand
  Supports 1 billion colors (if you have the right video card)
  Much cheaper than the competition (compare the Dell 3008wfp)

  Cons: No VGA, HDMI, or component inputs
  No OSD

  Summary: I finally upgraded my monitor from my old Dell 2000FP of 8 years. It was like moving from a 1950's black and white TV to a 2010 HDTV, there ...

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  Summary: I finally upgraded my monitor from my old Dell 2000FP of 8 years. It was like moving from a 1950's black and white TV to a 2010 HDTV, there was no comparison. The color saturation on this monitor is absolutely fantastic. Images almost look "3D" they so lifelike.
  
  This monitor is extremely bright even though it's CCFL backlit. I have the brightness turned down about 40-50%, and bright white still hurts my eyes. You could probably use this monitor in direct sunlight.
  
  The color accuracy appears almost dead on although I haven't done a professional calibration on it yet. Reds and greens are very saturated and rich. I went to the LCD calibration site available on the internet and shading and banding were nearly perfect.
  
  I am using the Dual-Link DVI cable to connect to my video card. I would like to note that this monitor supports numerous resolutions besides the 2560x1600 if needed unlike some of the earlier 30 inch monitors.
  
  The only negative things about this monitor are a lack of VGA, HDMI, or component inputs for other uses or multiple computer hook ups. An on screen display for monitor settings would have been nice too. However, these are very minor quibbles on what is nearly a perfect studio grade color monitor. You will not be disappointed.

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  1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 1 stars

  HP support stinks...

  by jkalman on April 15, 2012

  Pros: These monitors are great if you get a good one.

  Cons: But, if you get a bad one and decide to use HP's warranty, prepare for the worst experience of your life.

  Summary: I started out with a screen that had a stuck bright pixel. If I had just returned the screen where I originally bought it I would have gotten my money ...

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  Summary: I started out with a screen that had a stuck bright pixel. If I had just returned the screen where I originally bought it I would have gotten my money back. Instead I decided to use HP's warranty. Six monitors later I still have a bad monitor! It is apparent that HP's warranty doesn't provide you with a new monitor but rather refurbished monitors that are not truly fixed by HP but are merely shuffled around from person to person. Here are some of the issues I've had: stuck bright pixels; damaged frames; flickering screens; uniformity issues with color splotches; noticeable burn-in that lasts a a dozen or more seconds after a window has sat in one spot for a minute or so.
  
  Sadly, since I no longer have the same serial number monitor and box, I can't return it to the original place where I purchased it. I've had this monitor for 30 days, and I'm surprised that HP can't simply send me a new unit instead of the never ending succession of broken refurbished units. I finally just filed with the BBB.
  
  Make sure wherever you buy this monitor has a no questions asked return policy, and DO NOT use HP's warranty or suffer the same fate I am still stuck suffering as I write this review...

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• 10 stars

  I like it!

  by Mullins078 on December 14, 2010

  Pros: -Screen
  -Colors
  -Brightness
  -Price on sale

  Cons: -Inputs
  -OSD

  Summary: Picked one up off Newegg for about 1100. Hp is good with sales. Its huge and worth it especially at that price.
  
  The osd wasnt a big deal to me. ...

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  Summary: Picked one up off Newegg for about 1100. Hp is good with sales. Its huge and worth it especially at that price.
  
  The osd wasnt a big deal to me. Chances are if you care alot about yoru color or even know how to adjust it you will have invested in a porduct to set it up correctly. Lets be honest your spending a grand plus on a monitor why wouldnt you drop the extra on a calibration tool.

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