www.managedITmag.co.uk 25 REVIEW The HP Z40C-g3 is a top-of-the-line, high-performance display that offers an exceptional visual experience for professionals, gamers, creative enthusiasts and anyone else who demands the best colour accuracy, resolution and connectivity. We put the 40-inch ultrawide monitor through its paces ensures smooth gradients and rich, lifelike colours. The curved design of the monitor is ideal for minimising distortion and reducing glare making using it a complete pleasure. Connectivity and Features The HP Z40C-g3 comes with a comprehensive set of connectivity options, including two HDMI 2.0 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4 and a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort alternate mode, allowing you to connect various devices with ease. The USB-C port also provides power delivery up to 90W, which is handy for charging laptops and other devices. There are also several USB-A ports for connecting peripherals. We used it with a Lenovo Yoga and a PS5 and experienced no issues with connectivity or display quality. The on-screen display (OSD) menu is intuitive and easy to navigate, allowing you to adjust settings with ease. The monitor also includes built-in stereo speakers, which provide decent sound quality for general use, but for critical audio work, you'd still want dedicated speakers or headphones. Conclusion The HP Z40C-g3 is an outstanding monitor for professionals, gamers and creative enthusiasts who demand top-tier display quality and features. Its combination of a highresolution curved screen, excellent colour accuracy and a robust build makes it a fantastic choice for tasks ranging from graphic design to video editing. While it may not be the cheapest model on the market, it certainly delivers on its promises and provides an immersive and productive work environment. If you are looking for a top-of-the-line ultrawide monitor, the HP Z40C-g3 should be on your list. Here at ManagedIT, we have no hesitation in giving it an Editor's Choice Award for its winning combination of design, functionality and ease of use. https://www.hp.com Design and Build Quality The 40-inch ultrawide display is nice and large, and the gently curving screen really does provide a great viewing experience. This is not merely a 'nice to have' but, with its comfort and immersive engagement, a real boost to concentration and productivity levels. The sleek, modern design, with thin bezels on three sides, minimises distractions, while the high quality materials and robust build quality marry a premium look and feel with an aura of sturdy reliability. The monitor can be adjusted for height, tilt and swivel, making it easy to find the optimum ergonomic position. Display Quality The standout feature of the HP Z40C-g3 is its display quality. The 5K2K resolution (5120 x 2160 pixels) produces images of incredible detail and sharpness, making it ideal for professionals working with graphics, video or CAD applications. The VA panel is suitable for many other tasks, thanks to its deep blacks, vibrant colours, 60Hz refresh rate and 4ms response time, including gaming. I even got to play ‘Starfield’ running on a PS5 in the office for a few hours to make sure the monitor was up to the task. Colour accuracy is another significant selling point. The HP Z40C-g3 covers 99% of the sRGB colour space, which is crucial for professionals in graphic design, photography and video editing, and also supports hardware calibration, allowing you to finetune colour accuracy to your needs. Additionally, the 10-bit colour depth Premium monitor for work and play! EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARD HP Z40C-g3 MONITOR 3 IN PRINT AND ONLINE
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