Mini-LED is the new normal - Cooler Master Tempest GP27U
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Check out Jackery's *Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale below! Jackery SG2000 Pro: amzn.to Amazon: amzn.to Website: bit.ly Cooler Master is back with their new 4K 160hz(?) Mini-LED Tempest GP27U gaming monitor and Plouffe is here to see if it Mini-LED is ready for the prime time with this new competitive pricing, or if you should keep waiting for prices to drop further. Buy a Cooler Master GP27U 4K Monitor: geni.us Purchases made through some store links may provide some compensation to Linus Media Group. Want us to unbox something? Make a suggestion at lmg.gg ► SUBSCRIBE ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com ► GET MERCH: lttstore.com ► AFFILIATES, SPONSORS & REFERRALS: lmg.gg ► PODCAST GEAR: lmg.gg ► SUPPORT US ON FLOATPLANE: floatplane.com FOLLOW US ELSEWHERE --------------------------------------------------- Twitter: twitter.com Instagram: @shortcircuityt TikTok: @linustech Facebook: @ShortCircuitYT CHAPTERS --------------------------------------------------- 0:00 This is exciting! 0:39 Unboxing and design thoughts 2:22 Impressive IO 3:07 Testing the stand 3:46 Sponsor - Jackery 4:05 What else was included? 4:30 There's a problem with our refresh rate... 5:20 This screen is BRIGHT! 5:51 HDR test results and playing Cyberpunk 2077 7:02 Going through the OSD and playing Spider-Man 9:00 UFO Test 9:36 Watching HDR videos 10:02 Alternatives and overall thoughts 11:40 Outro
The Cooler Master Tempest GP27U is presented in a full unboxing and hands-on review that emphasizes its mini-LED technology, 4K resolution, and high brightness capabilities. The host breaks down the package contents and stand design, noting the circular stand, cable routing, and RGB backdiffusion on the rear, while appreciating the sturdy build and the captive screw system that makes assembly straightforward. He highlights the monitor’s connectivity options, including USB-C with 90W PD, DisplayPort, and HDMI 2.1, as well as the built-in KVM feature which allows seamless switching between connected devices. A key part of the discussion centers on the on-screen display and the user control philosophy, where the reviewer points out that color adjustments are locked in certain HDR or preset modes, a nuance that may matter to color-conscious users. The segment also frames the GP27U against other high-end displays in the market, noting the trade-offs between mini-LED brightness and fast pixel response times versus alternatives like QD-OLED and VA panels. The presentation then moves into real-world testing, including HDR performance with Cyberpunk 2077 and Spider-Man, where the display’s brightness, color gamut, and local dimming are put to the test. Overall, the host argues that the GP27U offers a compelling value at around $1,000 for a 27-inch 4K mini-LED option, though he acknowledges the potential price-to-performance trade-offs and the ongoing market evolution toward higher refresh rates. The video closes with a verdict that the Tempest GP27U stands out as a strong choice for gamers seeking top-tier brightness and color accuracy in a compact form factor, while suggesting that patient buyers might benefit from waiting for further price reductions or firmware refinements.
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Questions answered
- What panel technology and refresh rate does the Cooler Master Tempest GP27U use, and what was observed in testing?
- The GP27U uses mini-LED with an IPS panel and is marketed as 4K at up to 160 Hz. In testing, the reviewer saw 144 Hz in practice, and attempts to reach 160 Hz were unsuccessful, suggesting a firmware or implementation nuance.
- Does the monitor support 10-bit color and HDR, and what were the results of the HDR testing?
- Yes, the display supports 10-bit color with HDR. HDR content showed very bright performance with strong color gamut, and tests indicated peak brightness around 1500 nits in certain conditions, though HDR behavior varied with content and settings.
- Is the GP27U a good value at its price point compared to the 1440p version or competing models?
- At around $1000, the 4K 27 inch GP27U offers strong brightness and color performance that many viewers find compelling, but there is debate about whether the price is justified compared to the 1440p version or other options, with some suggesting saving money for the 1440p variant if 4K isn’t essential.