Spectrum QHD 280Hz
Spectrum QHD 280Hz
Spectrum QHD 280Hz
Spectrum QHD 280Hz
Spectrum QHD 280Hz
Spectrum QHD 280Hz
Spectrum QHD 280Hz

Spectrum QHD 280Hz

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Ultra-fast competitive gaming display for merciless wins.
Now available with matte or glossy coating.
Panel Coating

With Stand

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Estimated shipping: Mar 2023
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   3-year limited warranty

Product at a glance.


  • Fast 27” IPS panel with variable refresh rate up to 280Hz
  • ​1440p Quad-HD with HDR up to 750 nits brightness
  • 98% DCI-P3 factory-calibrated accurate colors​
  • Most advanced ports selection including USB Type-C​ with 100W charging
Features
Reviews
Tech Specs
FAQs
How It’s Made
ONE STEP AHEAD OF THE ENEMY
At 280Hz, our highest refresh rate Spectrum helps you identify and react to sudden changes and in-game obstacles. Combined with the ultra-fast 1 ms response time, you can get in on the action as it happens real-time. The monitor’s extensive adaptive sync compatibility guarantees a smoother experience by minimizing screen tear, stutter, and lag.

280HzREFRESH RATE 1MSRESPONSE TIME
AMD FREESYNC PREMIUM PRO VESA CERTIFIED ADAPTIVESYNC NVIDIA G-SYNC COMPATIBLE​​
WITNESS THE ACTION IN ALL ITS GLORY
Enjoy fast-paced gameplay without having to compromise on the graphics quality. The 27” Quad-HD IPS panel lets you experience your game reality in stunning color and crisper detail. HDR with professional wide color gamut delivers excellent contrast and color performance.

INDIVIDUALLY CALIBRATED98% DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT VESA DISPLAYHDR 600750 NITS PEAK BRIGHTNESS​
TUNED FOR GAMING
Play straight out of the box using presets tuned for trouble-free gameplay. Or choose your own settings with extensive overdrive and backlight strobing controls.

CROSSHAIROVERLAY FRAME RATE COUNTEROVERLAY PIXEL-PERFECTRETRO GAME UPSCALING
CHOOSE YOUR FIGHTER MATTEorGLOSSY
The industry-standard matte finish minimizes distractions by diffusing reflections and is ideal when you have little control over the lights in your environment.
Our new glossy finish enhances your experience by providing more vibrant colors, deeper blacks, and sharper content.
GRASS IS NOT GREENER
See a billion colors as they are meant to be seen. Perfectly factory-calibrated in-house with accurate colors to present a true-to-life picture.
P398% sRGB100% 0.6 ΔEAVERAGE
THE KING OF PORTS
Connect all your devices neatly to the built-in hub while keeping your desk clean. Spectrum comes with the most advanced port selection on the market. Two HDMI 2.1 ports unlocks the peak performance from your next-gen gaming gear. Support for up to 100W charging over USB-C enables video, audio, and data with a single cable.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED,
NOTHING YOU DON'T

Thanks to your feedback, we continue to improve our product with new features such as different display coating and user-upgradable firmware.
First-ever crowd developed gaming monitor
Made in collaboration with our community of 10,000+ tech enthusiasts
Unparallsel set of features that help you win big
COMPLETE YOUR SPECTRUM
Elegant yet sturdy, the Spectrum Stand provides solid support without taking up too much space. The wide range of adjustments lets you set up your monitor for maximum comfort. Since 41% of our community preferred to use the monitor with their own VESA mount, we offer the iconic Spectrum Stand separately. That way, you pay only for what you need and nothing extra.
90° 90°
+23° -7° TILT
122 MM HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
display monitor size 27" (diagonal)
display area 597x336mm
aspect ratio 16:9
Image quality native resolution 2560×1440 pixels
Quad-HD
pixel pitch 0.2334mm
pixel density 109ppi
brightness 450cd/m² typical
750cd/m² peak
HDR HDR10 Media Profile
VESA DisplayHDR600 certified
displayable colors 1.07 billion
color gamut 98% DCI-P3
100% sRGB
color depth 10-bit (8-bit + A-FRC)
color accuracy Individual factory calibration
D65 white point, average ΔE 0.6 (typical)
contrast ratio 1000:1 typical
10 000 000:1 dynamic
viewing angles 178° horizontal 178° vertical
surface treatment Low-haze anti-glare matte coating (model ES07D02)
Low-haze anti-reflective glossy coating (model ES07DCA)
Speed response time 5ms (gray-to-gray) typical
1ms (gray-to-gray) overdrive
frequency range 48Hz - 280Hz
adaptive sync VESA AdaptiveSync Display certified
NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible certified

AMD FreeSync Premium Pro certified
Technology panel technology Nano IPS Oxide TFT LCD
backlight technology Bottom edge-lit white LED with KSF nano-particle layer
backlight dimming Global image/svg+xml or no dynamic dimming in SDR mode
32-zone local dimming in HDR mode
curved panel No
touch-enabled No
pen-enabled No
Ports HDMI 2x
HDMI 2.1 video input
DisplayPort 1x
DisplayPort 1.4 video input
USB Type-C 1x
DisplayPort 1.4 video input.
SuperSpeed+ USB (USB 3.1 Gen 2, up to 10Gbps).
Upstream connection to computer.
Power output up to 20V 5A (100W)(USB PD 3.0).
USB Type-C 1x
SuperSpeed+ USB (USB 3.1 Gen 2, up to 10Gbps).
Power output up to 5V 3A (15W).
USB Type-A 2x
SuperSpeed+ USB (USB 3.1 Gen 2, up to 10Gbps).
Power output up to 5V 2A (10W).
3.5mm audio jack 1x
Analog audio output from video input source.
USB Type-B 1x
SuperSpeed+ USB (USB 3.1 Gen 2, up to 10Gbps)upstream connection to computer.
HDCP HDCP 2.2
Features simultaneous active inputs Split-screen mode image/svg+xml
variable overdrive Yes
backlight strobing Yes
built-in speakers No
VESA mount compatible VESA Mounting Interface Standard 100x100mm
Kensington lock compatible Yes
Pixel-perfect upscaling using integer-ratio pixel duplication for low-resolution input signals maintains the iconic look of pixel art and keeps retro games looking crisp.
A crosshair overlay assists your aim and gives a competitive advantage.
A Frame rate counter overlay shows you how well your system performs and helps pick the right settings for any game.
The pre-sets have been tuned by Blur Busters for great performance straight out of the box.
User-upgradable firmware allows development to continue to tweak existing features and unlock new ones.
Adjustment controls 1x Power button
1× 5-Way joystick (OSD menu controls and quick actions).
Controls are centered on the back of the monitor.
status light 1x User-adjustable power indicator light (Default behavior: solid white when on, pulsing white in standby).
OSD languages 6
English, Chinese, Spanish, German, French, Japanese.
Stand The Dough Spectrum Stand (ES07D04) is sold separately.
material Cast aluminum alloy
vertical tilt 7° down, 23° up
horizontal swivel No
pivot (portrait/landscape) 90° left, 90° right
height adjust 122mm
removable Yes, with quick-release button
Size and weight dimensions, monitor with stand (WxHxD) 607×571×227mm landscape, highest
607×449×227mm landscape, lowest.
351×707×227mm portrait, highest.
351×617×227mm portrait, lowest.
dimensions, monitor only (W×H×D) 607×351×44mm
696×446×137mm with box.
dimensions, stand only (W×H×D) 200×430×227mm
532×212×135mm with box.
weight, monitor with stand 6.7kg
weight, monitor only 4.7kg
7.9kg with box
weight, stand only 2.0kg
2.9kg with box.
ELECTRICAL AND OPERATING REQUIREMENTS operating conditions 0 – 35°C
20 – 80% RH
storage conditions -20 – 60°C
20 – 80% RH
power consumption 59W typical
222W maximum.
0.49W standby.
power input 19.5V 11.8A

power supply type External power adapter
power supply input 110 – 240V 3.5A
50Hz - 60Hz


LIMITED WARRANTY 3 years limited warranty
'Zero bright dot' pixel policy
For warranty details or instructions, please refer to the warranty policy.


IN THE BOX Dough Spectrum.
Power adapter.
Power cable.
Quick start guide
Color calibration report


image/svg+xml Planned feature, pending firmware update.
Why should I place an order today?

Based on our business model, the earlier you order the better your price is. The price of each of our products is the lowest at the launch of the pre-sales. From that moment on, the price keeps increasing gradually as we move closer to shipping. Once Spectrum starts shipping from stock, it will be available in major retail outlets globally at a higher price point corresponding to a wider channel and fast after-service support.

When is Spectrum QHD 280Hz shipping?

Spectrum QHD 280Hz is still in development. The model is estimated to start shipping to the early backers in Nov 2022. Please note that the website reflects the estimates for new orders placed today. If you have placed an order earlier, it is best to reach out to our customer support team who can confirm the most accurate shipping timeline for you. We do send regular customer updates on the status of their order via direct mail communication.

How much does the shipping cost?

This depends on the place you live and whether there are taxes or duties applied. Currently of this writing, the price estimate for standard shipping to the United States is 49 (USD). To Europe, including taxes and fees, the estimate is around 49 (EUR). The standard shipping to the UK is estimated to be 49 (EUR).

Can I add accessories to my order?

Yes, you can customize your Spectrum order with premium community-requested accessories (cables, 3M vinyl skins etc.)

How do I purchase two different variants of Spectrum?

You just need to follow the simple standardized e-commerce flow which requires you to add various products. The price will be added

#1 DEVELOPED IN THE CROWD

First, we asked our community what kind of display and features they wanted. Based on the poll results, we ended up with important specs like the size, resolution, high refresh rate and color accuracy. After that, we kicked off the next stage of the project.

#2 DESIGN CONCEPTS

Our community wanted a monitor with powerful gaming performance which doesn't look out of place in a professional environment. We chose a panel from LG Display and began the industrial design stage with our design partner, Propeller. We designed 5 different concepts of the monitor, Blade, Blocks, Float, Lamp and Stationery. We asked the community which concept looks best, and they chose Blocks as the winner.

#3 BUILDING THE STAND

An iconic display is only complete with an iconic stand. So, how do we make the perfect monitor stand? We listened to what our community wanted. The most common requests we got were for adjustable height, rotation, and tilt. We made Spectrum VESA compatible giving you the option to use the monitor mount you already have at home. To get the ultimate Spectrum setup, we recommend to pair it with its original custom stand.

#4 FINAL DESIGN REVEALED

Early 2020, we shared the big news with everyone. Project Spectrum gets announced to the world, and the name, as with everything else, is chosen by the community. We revealed Spectrum’s final design, and 3 available models including the 4K version. Our product team and partners joined forces to make sure that our monitor not only looks amazing but also is highly functional. After a few months of development, the first Spectrum prototype was assembled and turned on for the very first time.

#5 ENGINEERING VALIDATION

The purpose of the Engineering validation testing phase (EVT) is to make sure all the parts of the monitor fit together as intended. We carefully inspected the samples and tested the ports, stand, joystick, and checked the paint finish. In addition, we also developed the firmware to test the basic functions of the monitor. All feedback was then passed on to our manufacturer to improve the product and its user experience.

#6 DESIGN VALIDATION

Enter the design validation test stage. This is where we start building DVT samples using the same machinery that will be used in mass production and adjust the equipment if necessary. We focus on the assembly process, calibrating the machines and training the technicians. Within the first production run, we assembled 80 units that represent the final product. From these, samples were sent to third parties for further testing and certification.

#7 COMMUNITY TESTERS

Now that we have early production samples, we decided to do what no other hardware company has done before. We sent prototype units to 9 community members to test and find potential bugs, collaborating closely with our product team. Spectrum is now equipped with features like 4K, 144 hertz, HDMI 2.1, single cable connection with Type-C, user-upgradeable firmware and factory calibrated colors. We made sure all features were tested thoroughly before moving on to the next stage of development.

#8 PRODUCTION VALIDATION

At this stage, we are only one step away from mass production. Here, we test the stability of the production line, fix any outstanding issues, finish reliability tests, and confirm the final quality standards for the production. The cool part of this stage is that we sign a “golden sample”. This is the 1 unit that all parties agree to be final. All mass production units need to match the quality of the golden sample. After all these tests are done, we’re ready to produce Spectrum at scale.

#9 CREATING THE PACKAGING

It feels good to unbox a nice package every once in a while, and Spectrum customers deserve nothing less. When we designed Spectrum’s packaging, we yet again listened to our community who wanted an environmentally friendly material. That’s why instead of Styrofoam, we designed a box with 80% recyclable cardboard that is sustainably sourced, and only used some foam to reduce vibrations during shipping. Fun fact: the wallpaper featured on our modern packaging was developed by a talented community member - @jozedwardo.

#10 MASS PRODUCTION

On June 2021, we began the mass production of the Spectrum 4K model. The panel and motherboard are assembled inside the frame, and each unit is individually color calibrated. Other quality checks and a third-party quality control inspection also take place to make sure there are no defects when you use it. After the monitor passes through all the quality checks, it’s packaged and boxed, ready to be picked up for shipping all across the world.

#11 THE FIRST-EVER GLOSSY GAMING MONITOR

During the development of the Spectrum monitor, we explored other available coatings for the polarizer. While the industry standard remains to be the anti-reflective matte coating, our findings show that glossy coating provides better-perceived colors, deeper blacks and sharper texts. Our community welcomed the idea, and we developed the first-ever glossy gaming monitor. Thanks to your feedback, we continue to improve our products to ensure that we keep powering your passion.