Tempest GP27U
27-inch 3840x2160 IPS Display • 160Hz
SI Score
Calculated purely from technical specs and community reliability reports.
View Formula Breakdown
IPS provides great color accuracy and viewing angles
Great standard refresh rate for smooth gaming
Retina-level pristine text clarity
Score reduced due to 3 known community issue(s)
Key Specifications
ScreenInspector Verdict
Best Use Case
We recommend the Cooler Master Tempest GP27U for gaming, competitive esports, and color-sensitive creative work.
Gaming Capabilities
Equipped with a fast 160Hz refresh rate, it is suitable for high-performance gaming and esports (very smooth motion).
Display Tech
The IPS screen offers wide viewing angles and excellent color accuracy with a rating of ultra-high sharpness (4K UHD), perfect for text rendering and detailed workflows.
Commonly Reported Issues
Owner Feedback Note: The issues listed below are compiled and summarized from community reports, buyer reviews, and public forums. They represent aggregated user experiences rather than lab-tested hardware defects. Individual units may vary.
Flickering during local dimming at low brightness levels
Noticeable flickering occurs when local dimming is enabled and brightness is set below approximately 20-30%, particularly in dark scenes or near-black gradients.
DP (DisplayPort) handshake issues leading to black screen on wake or input switch
Monitor fails to detect signal or shows a black screen when waking from sleep or switching inputs over DisplayPort, requiring a cable unplug/replug or power cycle.
HDMI 2.1 bandwidth limitations causing 4K 144Hz issues (especially with modern GPUs)
HDMI 2.1 port cannot reliably achieve 4K 144Hz with full RGB 10-bit HDR, often requiring reduced chroma subsampling or lower refresh rates to avoid artifacts or signal loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the refresh rate of the Tempest GP27U?
The Cooler Master Tempest GP27U has a native refresh rate of 160Hz.
What panel technology does it use?
It features a IPS panel, which is designed to deliver wide viewing angles and excellent color accuracy.
What is the screen resolution?
The resolution is 3840x2160 on a 27" screen, achieving a pixel density of ~163 PPI.
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