Hannspree HG281 /HG281D / HG281DJ Expert Reviews

Low price ; good overall display quality

Limited connectivity options ; OSD buttons are on back of bezel ; minor gray-scale/white-level weaknesses

Despite the shortage of video connections, the Hanns.G HG281DPB performs surprisingly well for a budget big-screen monitor.

We hadn't even heard of Hanns.G until about five months ago, when we tested the company's HW223DPB. That 22-inch model's 6-bit color, bare-bones build, and lack of HDCP earned it just a 6 verdict in our August issue. But Hanns.G is clearly stepping it ...

HDMI input ; good color ; low price point

Lacks the options of more expensive monitors ; no height adjustment

The screen's performance is also acceptable. The HG281DPB was fairly adept at DisplayMate's obstacle course test patterns. Grayscale reproduction was smooth up to 256 steps, but the light end was a little blown out at 64 or more steps. We detected ...

This extremely low-priced 28-inch wide-screen (27.5-inch viewable area) monitor produced very high text scores, making it ideal for people who want a large monitor to view several documents at a time. The HG-281DJB also has an HDMI port, but its ...

Good built-in speakers HDMI port

Weak graphics performance Boring panel design

The Hanns-G HG-281DJB has a tempting $599 (as of December 10, 2007) price, and it does a decent job with office documents. But it does have a hard time in certain graphics situations, so you may want to look for a more well-rounded performer

Everybody wants a nice big LCD monitor on their desk, but doesn't want to pay the $1,000 or more that many of the 26-30" models cost. There are a few bargain models out there, but often you get what you pay for. Will the HG281D from Hannspree ...

Good fast-motion performance, very aggressive pricing.

Poor gamma curve and dark color performance, no extras at all (not even USB ports), slightly annoying industrial design.

It seems like a bargain at $650, but sometimes you just get what you pay for.

EXCLUSIVE: Is 28 inches too big?

This monitor is an all-rounder, delivering a good gaming response and offering compromise between a suitable working monitor and a multimedia display so an ideal solution for home office workers. It won't compare with your dedicated LCD TV in terms of ...

Based on a 27.5in of multi-coloured LCD, the Hanns-G HG281DJ is the flatpanel screen for those who want the impact to hit their senses rather than their bank account.

If you're looking for a monster screen to sit on the other side of the room and display movies and games, the Hanns-G HG281DJ is a sound purchase that won't break the bank.

Measuring 28in wide (the viewable diagonal is 27.5in), you get a lot of monitor for the money with the Hanns.G HG281. It can't compete with...

As alluring as the size and price of this screen may be, the HG281's shortcomings ultimately place it in a pretty tight corner. Overall, the quality of the HG281 is well below average. The panel's deficiencies make it a poor choice for movies, while ...

If you're looking for a large 1,920 x 1,200 LCD monitor for a great price, Hanns.G has the answer.

A super-sized, high-quality display at an affordable price

The first thing you notice about this display is its 28in size.

A super-sized, high-quality display at an affordable price