HP Series 5 27" Black/Metal Gray 2024

The HP Series 5 27" offers a 100Hz refresh rate and 99% sRGB coverage at a budget price, but the 82 PPI pixel density at 1080p on a 27-inch panel is a real compromise. It scores 45.3 out of 100 overall, with ergonomics as its strongest suit at the 67th percentile. Shop the low end of the USD 170 to USD 430 price range or skip it.

The 100Hz refresh rate is the headline act here. It's not going to blow anyone away, but it makes scrolling and window dragging feel noticeably smoother than a standard 60Hz office monitor. The 5ms GtG response time with overdrive is about average for an IPS panel in this class. You won't see much ghosting in everyday use, but this isn't a gaming monitor by any stretch. The performance score lands at the 48th percentile, which is about what you'd expect from a budget-friendly productivity display.

The 1500:1 contrast ratio is actually a bit better than the typical 1000:1 you see on many IPS panels, so blacks look a touch deeper. The 300 nits brightness is adequate for a well-lit office but will struggle near a bright window. The 82 PPI pixel density is the compromise here. Text is readable, but if you're used to a 1440p or 4K panel, you'll notice the difference immediately. It's fine for spreadsheets and email, less ideal for photo editing or long reading sessions.

Against the competition in our database, the HP Series 5 27" is a budget workhorse, not a performance contender. The MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 and the ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMGR are in a completely different league with OLED panels and much higher refresh rates, but they also cost several times more. The LG UltraGear 27G810A-B offers a better balance of speed and resolution if you can stretch your budget. The BenQ MA270U targets a similar office audience but with a higher resolution panel that makes text much sharper. The Alienware AW2725D splits the difference with a higher refresh rate and better response times. Where the HP wins is price, assuming you find it at the low end of that USD 170 to USD 430 range. It's a sensible pick for a dual-monitor office setup where you want smooth scrolling without spending much.

Pricing is all over the place on this one. US listings range from USD 170 to USD 430, which is a massive USD 260 spread across 11 listings. At the low end, you're getting a 100Hz IPS panel with height adjustment for under USD 200, which is genuinely good value. At the high end, you're paying way too much for what this monitor offers. The bundled Docztorm dock and speakers add some perceived value, but they don't justify the top-end price. If you're shopping this model, hunt for the listings closer to USD 170. Anything above USD 250 and you should start looking at 1440p options instead.

The HP Series 5 27" is a 1080p IPS panel that lands at 45.3 out of 100 in our database, which puts it in the middle of the pack overall. The standout number here is the 100Hz refresh rate, a nice step up from the 60Hz panels that dominate this price range. But the 82 pixels per inch tells the real story. At 27 inches, 1920 x 1080 starts to look a little soft if you sit close, and that's the trade-off you're making for the smoother motion.

Color coverage is decent at 99% sRGB with a 1500:1 contrast ratio, and the 300 nits brightness is fine for a typical office. The ergonomic score sits at the 67th percentile, which is solid, mostly thanks to the 100mm height adjustment. But the connectivity score is a weak spot at the 32nd percentile, and the feature set lands at the 21st percentile. You get two HDMI 1.4 ports and a VGA port, which feels a bit dated in 2026.

Skip this one if you care about text sharpness or plan to sit close to the screen. The 82 PPI pixel density at 27 inches is a real drawback for anyone doing design work, photo editing, or heavy reading. The connectivity score at the 32nd percentile means you're limited to HDMI 1.4 and VGA, which rules out high refresh rate over DisplayPort and feels outdated. And if you need VESA mounting for a multi-monitor arm setup, this monitor simply won't work. The feature set at the 21st percentile means no USB hub, no KVM, no fancy extras beyond the bundled dock. If any of that matters to you, spend a bit more on a 1440p panel.

The HP Series 5 27" is a reasonable budget office monitor with one nice trick: a 100Hz refresh rate at a price that often dips under USD 200. The 99% sRGB coverage and 1500:1 contrast ratio are respectable, and the height-adjustable stand is a genuine plus. But the 1080p resolution stretched across 27 inches means an 82 PPI pixel density that looks dated next to modern 1440p panels. The lack of VESA support and the weak connectivity hold it back further. If you find it near USD 170 and you just need a smooth, basic display for office work, it's a decent buy. If you're paying more than USD 250, you're overpaying.