With the TCL C2 27C2A gaming monitor, I play fast-paced shooters and open-world games. Thanks to the QD-Mini LED display, I game with bright images and high color contrast. I also enjoy sharp visuals thanks to the 4K resolution. The screen has an unstable monitor stand, but I assemble it easily.
Bright colors Thanks to the QD-Mini LED screen, I enjoy high color contrast while gaming. This display features backlighting with thousands of small LED lights. Because these lights are all individually controlled, I game with deep blacks and bright colors. Additionally, this monitor has a quantum dot layer, making the colors on the screen look vibrant. When I play open-world games, the colors pop off the screen. This makes it feel just like I'm gaming on an OLED screen, without worrying about burn-in during prolonged use.
Dual mode The monitor features dual mode technology. This allows me to switch between 2 different refresh rates and resolutions. For example, I choose the 4K resolution with a 160Hz refresh rate when playing open-world games. I can easily switch to Full HD resolution with a 320Hz refresh rate via the on-screen display. This is handy when playing fast-paced games, such as Fortnite or Call of Duty. This allows me to play all kinds of games on the monitor with the best settings.
Sleek design I install the monitor without using any tools. I simply click the screen onto the stand and get started right away. Unfortunately, the stand is not very stable, as the screen wobbles if I bump into my table. Nevertheless, the screen stays firmly in place while gaming. The display is ergonomically adjustable. I tilt the screen if I am bothered by sunlight or reflections. The monitor also features 2 HDMI 2.1 ports. This allows me to connect a second monitor and a gaming console. Unfortunately, this monitor does not have a cable management system, causing cables to clutter my desk. However, I do quickly swap the cables I connect to the screen.
Job. Gaming monitor expert.
27 October 2026
Automatically translated from Nederlands
Product number | 983389 | |
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Manufacturer code | 27C2A | |
Brand | TCL | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Screen size | 27 inches | |
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Recommended display resolution | 3840x2160 | |
Sharpness | 4K (UHD) | |
Aspect ratio | Standard (16:9) | |
Refresh rate | 160 Hz | |
Response time | 1 ms | |
Panel type | LCD | |
Brightness | 1200 cd/m2 | |
Local dimming | ||
HDR support | ||
Contrast ratio | 1000000 | |
Touchscreen | ||
Type of HDR | DisplayHDR 400 True Black | |
Screen reflection | Glossy | |
Blue light filter | ||
Flicker-free technology | ||
Color space | Adobe RGB, DCI-P3, sRGB | |
Adobe RGB color coverage percentage | 99 % | |
sRGB color coverage percentage | 99 % | |
Color depth | 1 billion colors (10-bit) | |
Adaptive Sync | ||
Type of adaptive sync | FreeSync Premium | |
Resolution width | 3840 pixels | |
Resolution height | 2160 pixels | |
Horizontal viewing angle | 178 ° |
Height | 37,4 cm | |
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Width | 61,5 cm | |
Depth | 0,83 cm | |
Weight | 6,59 kg | |
Color | White | |
Including stand | ||
Material | Metal | |
Cable management | ||
Appearance | Business, Neutral | |
Curved |
Number of HDMI connectors | 2 | |
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Number of Female HDMI type A 2.1 ports | 2 | |
Number of headphone jacks | 1 | |
Type of headphone connection | 3.5mm (TRS) | |
Number of USB-C ports | 1 | |
Number of Female Standard DisplayPort 1.4 ports | 1 | |
Number of female standard USB-A ports | 2 | |
Female standard USB-A port version | 3.0 | |
Number of female 3.5mm TRS Audio Jack ports | 1 | |
Number of female standard USB-B (3.0 form) ports | 1 | |
Type of USB port | Standard USB-A, Standard USB-B (3.0 form), USB-C | |
Number of USB ports | 4 | |
Suitable for daisy chaining | ||
USB-C dock | ||
Maximum USB-C dock power | 90 W |
Adjustable in height | ||
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Tiltable | ||
Pivotable stand | ||
Pivot function | ||
VESA mount option | ||
VESA mount | 100x100mm |
Energy label | F | |
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Energy consumption standby | 0,5 W | |
Energy consumption active | 26 W | |
Energy consumption per 1000h | 26 kWh | |
Annual energy consumption | 37,86 kWh | |
Annual energy costs | 15,18 euros |
Built-in speakers | ||
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Webcam | ||
Split screen | ||
Kensington lock |
Recommended for use | Gaming, Image editing and graphic design, Internet, email, and text processing, Office work, Photo editing, Video editing, Watching movies in 4K |
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Sharpness | 4K (UHD) | |
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Curved | ||
Aspect ratio | Standard (16:9) | |
Refresh rate | 160 Hz | |
Response time | 1 ms | |
Panel type | LCD | |
Color depth | 1 billion colors (10-bit) | |
Built-in speakers |
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According to our monitor expert
Enjoy sharp images and lots of detail thanks to the 4K resolution.
You can keep a better overview of the playing field or open multiple windows at the same time with the medium-sized 27-inch screen.
With a refresh rate of 160 hertz, you can play fast-paced games smoothly.
To get the maximum refresh rate of 160 hertz, you need to connect the monitor with DisplayPort.
An LCD panel has smaller viewing angles than other panel types.
349,-
Recommended price by TCL
349,-
Recommended price by TCL
Current product
Retail price TCL
399,-349,-
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499,-399,-
Retail price AOC
399,-349,-
359,-
Retail price MSI
499,-429,-
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