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Manufacturer codeVP2788-5K
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About the Viewsonic VP2788-5K
Viewsonic VP2788-5K is listed in the computer monitors category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 68.6 cm (27"); display resolution: 5120 x 2880 pixels; panel type: IPS; maximum refresh rate: 75 Hz. This entry covers manufacturer code VP2788-5K. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 68.6 cm (27") display is specified at 5120 x 2880 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
The listed maximum refresh rate is 75 Hz. To use it, the source device, cable, resolution and input must all support the intended mode. Refresh rate is separate from response time and input lag.
- Screen size
- 68.6 cm (27")
- Screen resolution
- 5120 x 2880 pixels
- Panel type
- IPS
- Maximum refresh rate
- 75 Hz
- Response time
- 5 ms
- Display brightness (typical)
- 500 cd/m²
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Viewsonic VP2788-5K specifications
Manufacturer code: VP2788-5K · Icecat product 125369931 · Checked 1 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 68.6 cm (27") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 5120 x 2880 pixels |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Maximum refresh rate | 75 Hz |
| Response time | 5 ms |
| Display brightness (typical) | 500 cd/m² |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| HDMI ports | 1 |
| DisplayPort connections | 1 |
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Audio & listening4 details
| Number of speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated audio power (RMS) | 5 W |
| Built-in speakers | Yes |
| Headphone out | No |
Display12 details
| Display technology | LED |
|---|---|
| Touchscreen | No |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Screen shape | Flat |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 2000:1 |
| Contrast ratio (dynamic) | 20000000:1 |
| Viewing angle, horizontal | 178° |
| Viewing angle, vertical | 178° |
| Display number of colours | 1.07 billion colours |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 68 cm |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | DisplayHDR 400 |
| Colour gamut standard | Adobe RGB, DCI-P3, EBU, NTSC, Rec. 709, sRGB |
Camera, image & video1 detail
| Built-in camera | No |
|---|
Printing, scanning & paper2 details
| Horizontal scan range | 15.8 - 223.73 kHz |
|---|---|
| Vertical scan range | 24 - 75 Hz |
Connections & wireless11 details
| Built-in USB hub | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB upstream port type | USB Type-C |
| Number of upstream ports | 1 |
| Number of USB Type-C upstream ports quantity | 1 |
| USB Type-A downstream ports quantity | 2 |
| USB Type-C downstream ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI | Yes |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| DisplayPort version | 1.4 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Panel mounting interface | 100 x 100 mm |
Power & battery13 details
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB Power Delivery up to | 15 W |
| Energy efficiency class (SDR) | G |
| Energy efficiency class (HDR) | G |
| Energy consumption (SDR) per 1000 hours | 26 kWh |
| Energy consumption (HDR) per 1000 hours | 50 kWh |
| Power consumption (typical) | 47 W |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.5 W |
| Power consumption (max) | 50 W |
| AC input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| AC input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power supply type | External |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
Controls & features1 detail
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
|---|
Design & dimensions16 details
| Colour depth | 10 bit |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Front bezel colour | Black |
| Feet colour | Black |
| VESA mounting | Yes |
| Height adjustment | Yes |
| Adjustable height (max) | 12 cm |
| Width (with stand) | 612.9 mm |
| Depth (with stand) | 209.9 mm |
| Height (with stand) | 424.7 mm |
| Weight (with stand) | 6.4 kg |
| Width (without stand) | 612.9 mm |
| Depth (without stand) | 57.5 mm |
| Height (without stand) | 367.2 mm |
| Weight (without stand) | 4.2 kg |
| Weight | 6.4 kg |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Certification | cTUVus, FCC-B, ICES003, Energy Star, EPEAT, CEC, NOM, Mexico Energy, CE, CE EMC, CB, RoHS, ErP, REACH, WEEE, EAC, UkrSEPRO, BSMI, RCM, VCCI, PSE(Adaptor) |
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Further product details27 details
| HD type | 5K Ultra HD |
|---|---|
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Response time measurement type | GTG (Gray to Gray) |
| Pixel pitch | 0.117 x 0.117 mm |
| Surface hardness | 3H |
| sRGB coverage (typical) | 100% |
| NTSC coverage (typical) | 96% |
| Adobe RGB coverage | 88% |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 99% |
| Flicker-free technology | Yes |
| Low Blue Light technology | Yes |
| Market positioning | Business |
| Detachable stand | Yes |
| Cable management | Yes |
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Pivot | Yes |
| Pivot angle | -90 - 90° |
| Swivelling | Yes |
| Swivel angle range | 0 - 60° |
| Tilt adjustment | Yes |
| Tilt angle range | -5 - 22° |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 90% |
| Stand included | Yes |
| Power adapter included | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories11 details
| Package width | 730 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 159 mm |
| Package height | 515 mm |
| Package weight | 10.6 kg |
| Package type | Box |
| Cables included | AC, DisplayPort, HDMI, USB Type-A to USB Type-C |
| Products per master (outer) case | 1 pc(s) |
| Pallet gross width | 120 cm |
| Pallet gross length | 100 cm |
| Pallet gross height | 2.21 m |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 8528521000 |
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