Monitors / Comparison

HP DreamColor Z27x G2 vs Samsung FT872

Monitor · HP

HP DreamColor Z27x G2

27″ · 2560×1440 · 60 Hz · IPS
GEAR SCORE 52.0 / 100Average
Refresh rate15
Resolution80
Panel80
VS
Monitor · Samsung

Samsung FT872

31.5″ · 3840×2160 · 60 Hz · VA
GEAR SCORE 52.0 / 100Average
Refresh rate15
Resolution100
Panel66
Response time30
Verdict

HP DreamColor Z27x G2 and Samsung FT872 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 52 and 52.

  • Resolution: Samsung FT872 leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440).
Pick this

Samsung FT872

If you care most about resolution.

Spec-by-spec comparison

HP DreamColor Z27x G2Samsung FT872
52Gear score52
27″Screen size31.5″
2560×1440Resolution3840×2160
60 HzRefresh rate60 Hz
IPSPanelVA
—Response time8 ms
≈ $1,690Estimated price—

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is HP DreamColor Z27x G2 or Samsung FT872 better?

HP DreamColor Z27x G2 and Samsung FT872 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 52 and 52. Resolution: Samsung FT872 leads (3840×2160 vs 2560×1440).