- Table of Contents
- Intro
- Updates
- Comparison
- Best Monitors
- Lineup
- Conclusion
- Discussions
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is a company that makes a wide range of products. Like most manufacturers, they have many monitor lineups that cater to different needs, with the OMEN gaming monitors being their most successful. HP has a large selection of budget options, and their monitors tend to stay on the market for a long time. Most of them are either 1080p or 1440p, although they do occasionally make a 4k or ultrawide. Most have very slim bezels, making them great for multi-monitor setups.
Updates
- 03/10/2021 HP X24ih reviewed
- 09/16/2020 HP OMEN 27i reviewed
- 10/22/2019 HP OMEN X 27 reviewed
- 07/23/2019 HP OMEN X 25f reviewed
- 12/04/2018 HP 27F reviewed
Best HP Monitors
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Best HP Monitor For Office
Size 27"Resolution 2560x1440Max Refresh Rate165 HzPixel TypeIPSVariable Refresh RateFreeSyncThe best HP monitor for office use that we've tested is the HP OMEN 27i. It's a 27 inch 1440p model that's well-suited for productivity even though it's primarily designed for gaming. There's plenty of screen real estate for multitasking, and it delivers sharp images and text. Like most IPS panels, it has excellent viewing angles but a sub-par contrast ratio, which means it's not the best option for dark rooms because blacks look gray. It handles reflections well and gets relatively bright, although visibility might be an issue in direct sunlight. It has full sRGB and excellent Adobe RGB coverage, which is great for content creators, but it doesn't support HDR at all.
Because it has a high refresh rate and a fast response time, it makes the desktop experience feel much more responsive and smooth, like when moving the mouse cursor around, dragging windows, or scrolling through a document. It has a flicker-free backlight, which helps reduce eye strain on long workdays. Unfortunately, it only has a few gaming-related features, like a virtual crosshair, a frame rate indicator, and some RGB lighting on the back. Also, the stand only allows for height and tilt adjustments. On the upside, it has two USB ports, and the build quality is excellent. All in all, it's a versatile monitor that should please most people.
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Best HP Monitor For Gaming
Size 27"Resolution 2560x1440Max Refresh Rate240 HzPixel TypeTNVariable Refresh RateFreeSyncThe best HP monitor for gaming that we've tested is the HP OMEN X 27. It has a popular 1440p resolution on a 27 inch screen configuration, but HP has gone with a TN panel to deliver superb motion handling. It's amazingly well-built, and it has a simple design with thin borders on all sides, making it a good option for multi-monitor setups. It has impressive reflection handling and good peak brightness, so you shouldn't have visibility issues in bright rooms. However, it isn't well-suited for dark environments. Its low contrast ratio makes blacks appear gray, and uniformity is quite bad, although your experience may differ as uniformity varies between units. Like most HP monitors, the ergonomics are sub-par because it can't swivel or rotate to portrait mode.
As mentioned, motion handling is superb. The response time is near-instantaneous, and there's virtually no overshoot that can cause artifacts. It has a 240Hz refresh rate and exceptionally low input lag, resulting in an incredibly smooth and responsive gaming experience that should satisfy professional esports players. It supports HDR, but it doesn't deliver a good experience due to its low HDR peak brightness and lack of local dimming. It has native FreeSync support to reduce screen tearing, and it's compatible with NVIDIA's G-SYNC as well. You can add a virtual crosshair or frame rate counter, and there are two USB ports to charge your mobile devices. Overall, it's a great gaming monitor that should please casual and serious gamers.
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Best Budget HP Monitor
Size 24"Resolution 1920x1080Max Refresh Rate144 HzPixel TypeIPSVariable Refresh RateFreeSyncThe best HP monitor in the budget category that we've tested is the HP X24ih. This is a compact 24 inch model with a 1080p resolution. It's not the most immersive, but its compact size makes it easier to see your game's entire user interface, and the 1080p resolution puts a lighter load on your graphics card, resulting in higher frame rates. It has an IPS panel with excellent viewing angles, which means that you don't lose image accuracy when viewing from the side, making it a good option for co-op gaming or sharing content. It handles reflections well and gets bright, so you shouldn't have any problems with visibility unless you're in direct sunlight. The ergonomics are passable; it just doesn't swivel.
Gaming-wise, it's great. It has a 144Hz refresh rate and exceptional response times to deliver clear motion, as well as FreeSync support and G-SYNC compatibility to minimize screen tearing. Input lag is incredibly low, which means every action feels nearly instantaneous. Unfortunately, it has a low contrast ratio that makes blacks look gray, so it's not the best for gaming in the dark. Also, it doesn't support HDR, although that's somewhat expected for a budget model. You can add a virtual crosshair or frame rate counter on the screen, and there's also a feature that helps with alignment in a multi-monitor setup. It has a flicker-free backlight and a blue light filter to help reduce eye strain. All in all, this is a great gaming monitor that most people should be happy with, even if you aren't on a budget.
Compared to other brands
- OMEN monitors are usually very well-built. HP's OMEN lineup of gaming monitors typically have excellent build quality.
- EliteDisplay lineup have unique features. The EliteDisplay lineup of business-oriented monitors often have unique features like a privacy screen, built-in webcam, or a USB-C docking station.
- Poor ergonomics. HP monitors tend to have poor ergonomic adjustments, making it harder to place the screen for optimal viewing.
- Few 4k options. HP has few 4k monitors.
HP vs ASUS
ASUS has a much bigger selection of monitors, and their gaming monitors usually perform better, especially the ROG lineup. However, their monitors are also more expensive.
HP vs LG
LG is one of the biggest display manufacturers in the world. They produce more monitors than HP, especially 4k and ultrawides. Their monitors are usually more versatile and deliver a better HDR experience.
HP has been making monitors for years, and they make monitors for a wide variety of uses. However, even though they have made some great gaming monitors, they're often overshadowed by other companies that are more invested in display technology, like ASUS, LG, and Samsung. They also seem to focus less on 4k displays and ultrawides. They have a larger selection of budget monitors, but they typically have poor ergonomics and are light on extra features compared to other manufacturers.
Lineup
HP monitors generally fall into the following categories:
- Pavilion: The Pavilion lineup consists of affordable mid-range all-purpose monitors.
- EliteDisplay: The EliteDisplay lineup is more business-oriented, usually monitors with features like a privacy screen to protect your data or a USB-C docking station.
- DreamColor: Studio monitors for content creators.
- OMEN: High-end gaming monitors.
Other monitors don't fall into any of the above categories, with model numbers like the 27F or the 24m. They're typically budget monitors designed for everyday use.
Recent Updates
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Aug 13, 2021: Verified accuracy of picks. No change in recommendations.
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Apr 16, 2021: Minor text and structure changes. Replaced HP 24F with HP X24ih as best budget.
Conclusion
HP makes a lot of monitors, but they typically focus on the business side and affordable, budget options for everyday use. Their OMEN lineup has some success with gamers, but it's not as well-known as ASUS' ROG, Acer's Predator, or LG's UltraGear lineup of gaming monitors. That said, if you're looking for a budget-friendly all-purpose monitor, you'll likely find one from HP.
