Samsung SyncMaster S27B970
Manufacturer: Samsung Part number: LS27B970DS/ZA
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Samsung SyncMaster S27B970 price range: $999.99 - $1,662.69
- Reviewed by: Eric Franklin
- Reviewed on: 08/24/2012
The good: The Samsung SyncMaster S27B970 has stellar performance, a sleek, sexy design, and useful OSD options.
The bad: At $1,200, the monitor will set you back a few car payments. Also, attempting to remove the DisplayPort cable can have disastrous consequences.
The bottom line: The Samsung SyncMaster S27B970's excellent performance and beautiful aesthetic outweigh some thoughtless design choices.
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show Specifications
- Manufacturer: Samsung
- Part number: LS27B970DS/ZA
- Description: The slim profile and sleek design of the series 9 monitor boasts a sophisticated frame in front and a shimmering panel in back. The slim bezel and crystal-clear glass hidden-panel display create a stunning look, while the solid metal frame adds an elegant touch. Even when it's switched off, series 9 is sure to be the focal point of the room. With a resolution of 2560 x 1440 the Wide Quad HD of the series 9 monitor gives you four times the resolution of 720p HDTV. It's the ideal solution for those who want the best picture quality.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Display Type LED-backlit LCD monitor / TFT active matrix
- Diagonal Size 27 in
- Built-in Devices USB hub
- Aspect Ratio Widescreen - 16:9
- Native Resolution 2560 x 1440
- Brightness 285 cd/m2
- Image Contrast Ratio 1000:1
- Color Support 16.7 million colors
- Response Time 5 ms
- Vertical Refresh Rate 24 - 60 Hz
- Horizontal Refresh Rate 30 - 81 kHz
- Video Bandwidth 241.5 MHz
- Horizontal Viewing Angle 178
- Vertical Viewing Angle 178
- Backlight Technology LED backlight
- Features Mega Dynamic Contrast Ratio,
Eco Saving,
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL),
MagicAngle,
MagicTune,
MagicColor,
Power off timer,
LED PLS technology,
MagicBright 3 - Color Black high gloss
- Dimensions (WxDxH) 25.4 in x 9.7 in x 18.4 in - With stand
- Weight 17.4 lbs
Audio
- Type speaker(s) - Stereo - Internal
- Output Power / Channel 7 Watt
Input
- Type None
Connectivity
- Interfaces DVI-D,
HDMI,
DisplayPort,
2 x USB 2.0 Mechanical
- Display Position Adjustments Tilt
- Height Adjustment 3.9 in
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x DisplayPort cable,
1 x DVI cable,
1 x USB cable - Microsoft Certifications Compatible with Windows 7
Power
- Power Supply External
- Power Consumption Operational 63 Watt
- Power Consumption Stand by / Sleep 0.5 Watt
Software / System Requirements
- Included Software Samsung MultiScreen
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 3 years warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 3 years
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature 50 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
- Humidity Range Operating 10 - 80% (non-condensing)
Sustainability
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Yes
- EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold
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