The HP OMEN 34c 165 Hz curved monitor is ideal for both gamers and general PC users with its 21:9 ratio WQHD panel it is just wide enough for both users but this is down to user preference and remember some that use such screens can be gamers who this is aimed at.
At home or in the office this is perfect for use I see it all the time on my travels now with offices having more curved screens than ever and some with up to 4/5 of them and I see why this is the case.
The build quality is top notch here and it is a heavy piece once constructed however the screen is not that heavy but the base pad is which takes two minutes it will not budge where you place it.
You can move this up or down and in and out and stays in place where it best suits you there is not much movement overall but plenty for those who want it simple.
There is control keys on the rear right hand side which can be sometimes annoying to find once you get use to it it gets better, the is also a power key here too pretty close to the navi key.
There is two speakers one each side though I felt these could be a bit louder however you can pop in headphones and this changes that and for me the better option here.
There is a myriad of settings for you to navigate through here and again this is something everyone has their own input on so I just demoed the standard affair here and then the different colour palettes available and there is huge differences between them and again you can customize to your own taste.
The picture quality is excellent we love it and for any budding gamer out there they will be please too if you are coming from your laptop or traditional TV
It is on the pricey side for a monitor but hard core gamers would dispute this because it offers more than what your cheap monitor has to offer..
Features
- ULTRA-ESCAPISM – You can’t escape… the FUN that comes with this ultrawide, 1500R curved display. Plus, take in vast virtual landscapes on this 34”diagonal screen with an expansive 21:9 aspect ratio
- GOODBYE LAG. HELLOSPEED. – Frame by frame, experience all the action with a fast 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms GTG response time with Overdrive coupled with AMD FreeSync Premium technology
- INDULGE YOURSELF IN THEDETAILS – Escape fully and dive into finely detailed worlds with the crisp visuals of WQHD resolution. Marvel at the wide array of colours and hues of the 99%sRGB and 90% DCI-P3 colour gamut. Even in shadow, easily make out details and shading with HDR and up to 400 nits of brightness.
- REFINE YOUR PLAY SPACE – Made to impress in and out the of game, the new OMEN look blends sophistication and fun to elevate what a gaming setup can look like. It’s equipped with ports perfect for connecting your gaming PC, console, and even a work PC. Thanks to the easy cable management, integrated dual speakers, and the fully adjustable stand, your desk will be just how you like it.
