Kuycon P27D 27-inch 4K 144 Hz monitor for Mac and PC
The sharpness of 4K. The smoothness of 144 Hz.
From CHF679.90 Energy efficiency class F, on a scale from A to G: see the energy label and the product information sheet
Plain back, monitor only, with VESA adapter.
- 3840 × 2160 4K resolution, 163 ppi on 27 inches
- 144 Hz G-SYNC and FreeSync compatible
- 500 nits IPS panel, 10-bit, 96% of DCI-P3
- USB-C 100 W Video, data and charging over one cable
At a glance
The Kuycon P27D, in 30 seconds.
The Kuycon P27D is a 27-inch 4K monitor (3840 × 2160, 163 ppi) running at 144 Hz, with a 500-nit IPS panel, 10-bit color and 96% of DCI-P3. A single USB-C cable carries video, data and up to 100 W of charging; two HDMI 2.1 ports and one DisplayPort 1.4 take a PC or a console. Aluminum chassis, glass front, plain or perforated back: rated 5/5 by 37 customers.
- Resolution
- 3840 × 2160 pixels (4K UHD), 8.3 million pixels, 163 ppi, 16:9 aspect ratio
- Refresh rate
- 144 Hz in 4K, over USB-C, DisplayPort and HDMI, depending on the computer; G-SYNC, FreeSync and VRR compatible
- Panel
- IPS, bonded anti-reflective glossy glass, 500 nits peak, 1000:1 contrast, HDR10, 5 ms
- Color
- 10-bit, 96% DCI-P3, 99% sRGB, ΔE < 2
- Connectivity
- USB-C (video, data and 100 W charging), DisplayPort 1.4, 2 × HDMI 2.1, 2 × USB-C
- Compatible Macs
- 4K 144 Hz on Macs with M2, M3, M4 and later, and on M1 Pro, M1 Max and M1 Ultra; 4K 60 Hz on M1 (details by chip)
- Back
- Plain, or perforated with a honeycomb pattern, your choice at purchase
- Size and weight
- 618 × 360 × 22 mm, 5.5 kg without stand, VESA 100 × 100 with included adapter
- Reviews
- 5/5 across 37 customer reviews from 14 countries (read the reviews)
- Warranty
- 2 years worldwide, 14-day returns
- Price
- From CHF679.90, plain back, monitor only with VESA adapter
The Kuycon P27D from every angle.
Perforated back: a honeycomb pattern in the aluminum. 
Plain back: solid aluminum. 
Three-quarter view: glass bonded from edge to edge. 
From the back, perforated version. 
From the back, plain version. 
In profile: 22 mm thick. 
From the front: thin, even bezels on all four sides.
4K at 144 Hz
27-inch 4K. Up to 144 frames per second.
The Kuycon P27D displays 3840 × 2160 pixels on 27 inches, or 163 pixels per inch, and goes up to 144 Hz: 2.4 times as many frames per second as a 60 Hz monitor. Scrolling, moving windows and the pointer become noticeably smoother, on Mac and PC alike.
In games, variable refresh rate (G-SYNC, FreeSync and VRR compatible) syncs the monitor to the graphics card: no more screen tearing. The 5 ms response time, adjustable across four overdrive levels, keeps motion sharp.
60 Hz standard monitor
144 Hz Kuycon P27D
- 144 Hz in 4K, versus 60 Hz for a typical 4K monitor
- 163 ppi 8.3 million pixels on 27 inches
- 5 ms response time, 4-level overdrive
On a Mac, macOS offers several display sizes: “1920 × 1080”, the sharpest, where each point is drawn with four pixels, or scaled sizes such as “2560 × 1440”, for more workspace. For the 218 ppi density of a 5K monitor, see the Kuycon G27P and P27Z. The refresh rate you get depends on the computer and the port: table by chip.
27 inches. 4K. 144 Hz.
A glossy IPS panel under bonded anti-reflective glass, in an aluminum chassis just 22 mm thick. On its stand, it fits on any desk.
IPS panel
500 nits, a 1000:1 contrast ratio. And HDR10.
The P27D's IPS panel reaches 500 nits peak and holds 450 nits in everyday use, with a 1000:1 contrast ratio. Enough to stay readable in a bright room, with the stable colors and wide viewing angle of IPS.
- 500 nits Peak
- 1000:1 Contrast
- HDR10 Over USB-C, DisplayPort and HDMI
Good to know: no local dimming and no Mini-LED backlight. For deeper blacks, the Kuycon G27P and its IPS Black panel reach 2000:1. Like any glossy screen, the P27D reflects a window placed opposite it: it works best in a room without strong direct light.
Color
Over a billion colors. 96% of DCI-P3.
The P27D displays 10-bit color, or 1.07 billion shades. It covers 96% of DCI-P3, the digital cinema gamut with the same primaries as the Display P3 of Macs, and 99% of sRGB, the web standard, with a color difference ΔE below 2.
- 10-bit 1.07 billion colors
- 96% DCI-P3
- 99% sRGB
sRGB, Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 modes limit the gamut to the chosen working space; a paper-like black and white mode and blue light reduction make reading easier on the eyes. Tip: the first time you connect it, choose the monitor's color profile in System Settings, or adjust it with a colorimeter or an app like BetterDisplay.
Gaming
For work, and for play. PC in 4K 144 Hz, consoles in 4K 120 Hz.
The same monitor serves the Mac by day and the console in the evening. A PC reaches 4K at 144 Hz over DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1 or USB-C; a PS5 or Xbox Series X displays 4K at 120 Hz with HDR over HDMI 2.1.
- PC 4K 144 Hz
- PS5 4K 120 Hz HDR
- Xbox Series X 4K 120 Hz HDR
- Nintendo Switch HDMI
Two HDMI 2.1 inputs: the console stays plugged in next to the PC, and the remote switches from one to the other.
Connectivity
4K USB-C 100 W monitor. One cable for video, data and charging.
On the P27D's USB-C port, a single cable carries the 4K picture at 144 Hz, charges the MacBook at up to 100 W and connects the monitor's two USB-C ports. For a PC or a console: one DisplayPort 1.4 and two HDMI 2.1.
USB-C upstream
DisplayPort Alt Mode up to 4K 144 Hz HDR, USB data and USB Power Delivery charging up to 100 W. Compatible with Thunderbolt 3, 4 and USB4.
DisplayPort 1.4
HBR3 (32.4 Gbps), 4K 144 Hz HDR with a PC graphics card.
2 × HDMI 2.1
With FRL and DSC, up to 4K 144 Hz. A PS5 or Xbox Series X in 4K 120 Hz HDR.
2 × USB-C downstream
USB 2.0 (480 Mbps): keyboard, mouse, USB flash drive. Two adapters are included.
Built-in power supply
A single power cord, no external power brick. EU, UK, US, AU or CN plug, your choice.
Cables included
USB-C, DisplayPort and HDMI in the box: everything is ready for a Mac, a PC or a console.
The monitor's USB-C port connects to the Thunderbolt 3, 4 or 5 and USB4 ports of Macs and PCs. For 4K at 144 Hz, use the included cable or a USB 3.2 Gen 2 or USB4 cable; for 100 W charging, a 5 A USB-C cable with an e-marker chip. On a PC, 4K at 144 Hz requires an output with DSC: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650, RTX 20 and newer, AMD Radeon RX 5500 and newer, Intel Iris Xe. Without DSC, 4K is still possible at 120 Hz.
Mac compatibility
Which Macs run the P27D at 144 Hz? Almost every Mac with an M chip.
All Apple Silicon Macs, from the M1 chip to the M5 chip, display the P27D in 4K over a single USB-C cable, with 100 W charging. It goes up to 144 Hz on Macs with M2, M3, M4 and later, as well as on M1 Pro, M1 Max and M1 Ultra; it stays at 60 Hz on M1.
| Chip | 4K refresh rate |
|---|---|
| M4, M4 Pro, M4 Max and later including M5 and M5 Ultra | 4K 144 Hz a single USB-C cable |
| M5 Pro, M5 Max* | 4K 144 Hz* |
| M2 Pro, M2 Max, M2 Ultra, M3 Pro, M3 Max, M3 Ultra | 4K 144 Hz a single USB-C cable |
| M3 | 4K 144 Hz |
| M2 | 4K 144 Hz |
| M1 Pro, M1 Max, M1 Ultra | 4K 144 Hz |
| M1 | 4K 60 Hz |
| iPad Pro | 4K 60 Hz USB-C, iPadOS limit |
| MacBook Neo A18 Pro chip | 4K 60 Hz |
Maximum refresh rate of the P27D in 4K by chip, with a single external display connected. Apple guarantees a 4K display up to 144 Hz over Thunderbolt or HDMI from M4 chips onward.
- * MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max. Since March 2026, users of displays from several brands have reported a macOS bug: over USB-C or Thunderbolt, displays set above 60 Hz can drop back to 60 Hz. Apple has not released any fix to date; macOS 27 Golden Gate should normally fix it. In the meantime, the Mac's HDMI port, with an Ultra High Speed HDMI cable, works around the problem. The base M5, MacBook Air and Mac mini with M4 are not affected. The bug and its workarounds
- Intel Macs. 4K at 60 Hz over Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C, including on 2017 and later iMac models, the 2019 Mac Pro, 2017 and later MacBook Pro models with AMD graphics, and 2019 and later Macs with a 10th-generation Intel Core processor.
Design
Aluminum and glass. A plain back, or perforated.
The P27D's chassis is machined from aluminum, sandblasted and then anodized; the front is a single sheet of glass bonded to the panel. You choose the back when you buy: plain, in solid aluminum, or perforated, with a honeycomb pattern. The choice of back changes nothing else: same panel, same ports, same refresh rate.
- CNC-machined aluminum, sandblasted and anodized
- Anti-reflective glossy glass, bonded across the entire surface
- 22 mm thick, thin, even bezels on all four sides
- Plain back in solid aluminum, or perforated back with a honeycomb pattern
Drag to switch from the plain back, in solid aluminum, to the perforated back, with a honeycomb pattern.
Dimensions
- Width
- 618 mm
- Height without stand
- 360 mm
- Thickness
- 22 mm
- Weight (monitor only)
- 5.5 kg
- Mounting
- VESA 100 × 100 mm
Mounting
On a stand, an arm or a wall. Even in portrait.
The P27D comes with a 100 × 100 VESA adapter for a monitor arm or a wall mount. The Kuycon 27-inch stand, fixed or height-adjustable, can be added as an option at purchase.
- 100 × 100 VESA adapterIncluded
Monitor arm or wall mount. Always included, even with a stand.
- Fixed standOptional
Fixed-height stand.
- Height-adjustable standOptional
Height adjustment, tilt, swivel and rotation to portrait mode.
Control from your computer
Adjust brightness from your keyboard.
The P27D supports the DDC/CI protocol: you can adjust brightness from your computer, with the keyboard keys or the menu bar, without using the remote.
- MonitorControl macOS
- BetterDisplay macOS
- Twinkle Tray Windows
- ddcutil Linux
The monitor has no control buttons: its menu opens with the included infrared remote. Batteries not included: 1 CR2025 battery for the white remote, 2 LR03 (AAA) batteries for the black one.
Comparison
4K at 144 Hz or 5K? The P27D versus the Studio Display and the G27P.
The Kuycon P27D is all about smoothness: 144 Hz in 4K, where Apple's Studio Display stays at 60 Hz, for less than half the price. The 5K monitors, the Studio Display and the Kuycon G27P, keep the edge in text sharpness on a Mac, with 218 ppi.
| Kuycon P27D | Apple Studio Display | Kuycon G27P | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 27 inches | 27 inches | 27 inches |
| Resolution | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 5120 × 2880 (5K) | 5120 × 2880 (5K) |
| Density | 163 ppi | 218 ppi | 218 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | 75 Hz |
| G-SYNC, FreeSync | Yes | No | Yes |
| Panel | IPS | IPS | IPS Black |
| SDR brightness | 500 nits | 600 nits | 600 nits |
| Contrast | 1000:1 | Not published | 2000:1 |
| HDR | HDR10 | Not stated | HDR10 |
| Color | 10-bit, 96% DCI-P3, 99% sRGB | 1 billion colors, P3 | 10-bit, 99% DCI-P3, 99% sRGB |
| Surface | Anti-reflective glossy glass | Glossy glass, optional nano-texture | Anti-reflective glossy glass |
| Connectivity | USB-C 100 W, DisplayPort 1.4, 2 × HDMI 2.1, 2 × USB-C | 2 × Thunderbolt 5 (96 W), 2 × USB-C | USB-C 100 W, DisplayPort 1.4, 2 × HDMI 2.1, 2 × USB-C, audio jack |
| Speakers | No | Six speakers | No |
| Built-in camera | No | 12 MP | No |
| Weight without stand | 5.5 kg | 5.40 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Stand | Optional, VESA included | Stand or VESA kit, your choice | Optional, VESA included |
| Price | CHF679.90 plain back, monitor only, excluding shipping and import fees (no taxes charged) | from €1,699 Apple France price, tax-inclusivebefore sales tax | CHF879.90 plain back, monitor only |
Where the P27D goes further
- 144 Hz in 4K, more than twice the refresh rate of the Studio Display
- G-SYNC and FreeSync for PC gaming, 4K 120 Hz on PS5 and Xbox Series X
- DisplayPort 1.4 and two HDMI 2.1 for a PC or a console
- Less than half the price of the Studio Display, VESA adapter always included
Where the others keep the edge
- 5K at 218 ppi, sharper for text on macOS (Studio Display, G27P)
- The 12 MP camera and six speakers of the Studio Display
- The 2000:1 contrast of the G27P's IPS Black panel
- The nano-texture glass option to cut reflections, from Apple
Apple prices: public prices checked on October 21, 2026 on the Apple website of the country shown, with local taxes, except in the United States and Canada, where Apple lists its prices before sales tax. Kuycon does not charge any taxes: shipping is added; with DDP, import fees are paid in advance along with it; with DAP, VAT and duties are paid on delivery.
37 reviews, all 5 stars.
What customers say
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★★★★★
“I was mainly looking for a 4K monitor for my Mac, but I also wanted to be able to game now and then. The P27D meets both needs perfectly. So far I'm really happy.”
Maëlys P. · France ·
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★★★★★
“I use it for work on my Mac, gaming on my PC and watching movies. I wanted to avoid having two different monitors, and this one does all three very well.”
Clément V. · France ·
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★★★★★
“Being able to plug the laptop straight in over USB-C is really handy. Fewer cables, and the desk stays tidy. The monitor is also very pleasant to work on.”
Léonard R. · Switzerland ·
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★★★★★
“I was looking for something more versatile than a simple office monitor. The P27D does the job very well and stays fairly understated visually.”
Louis V. · Belgium ·
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★★★★★
“It was mainly the image quality that won me over. I do amateur photo editing and the result is really pleasing. HDR is also nice with some content.”
Nathan B. · France ·
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★★★★★
“I was coming from a 4K 60 Hz monitor and thought the difference would be fairly small. Actually, for scrolling and moving windows around, it's really more pleasant.”
Maxime D. · France ·
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★★★★★
“My office is quite bright and the monitor stays perfectly readable. I mainly do office work and development. So far, nothing to complain about.”
Hugo D. · France ·
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★★★★★
“I use it for development, photography and a bit of gaming. It's good at all three. The 4K is very sharp and the 144 Hz brings real comfort.”
Nicolas A. · Switzerland ·
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★★★★★
“I didn't really know Kuycon before ordering. I had a few doubts, but after a few days of use I'm really satisfied. The 144 Hz is especially pleasant.”
Arthur V. · Belgium ·
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★★★★★
“I simply connect my MacBook with a USB-C cable, which saves having several cables lying around on the desk. The fact that the monitor can also charge the laptop is really handy.”
Thomas K. · France ·
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★★★★★
“I use it with my MacBook Pro and the picture is really very clean. 4K on 27 inches is sharp enough to work on all day. I also really like the fairly understated design.”
Adrien V. · France ·
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- 37 customer reviews of the P27D
- 14 countries, from Ireland to Finland
- 100% of reviews at 5 stars
Most mentioned: the sharpness of 4K, the smoothness of 144 Hz and the single USB-C cable that charges the MacBook.
Read all 37 reviewsLearn more.
- QuizWhich monitor for my Mac?A few questions to find the right model and the right cable.Take the quiz
- ComparisonAll Kuycon monitorsResolution, refresh rate, panel and price, model by model.Compare
- Macs with M5 Pro and M5 MaxMonitor stuck at 60 Hz?The macOS bug, the affected Macs and the workarounds.Read the article
- ControlsBrightness from your keyboardDDC/CI apps for macOS, Windows and Linux.Read the guide
Kuycon P27D
27 inches · 4K · 144 Hz · IPS · aluminum and glass
From CHF679.90
- 2-year warranty worldwideWhatever the delivery country. Warranty details
- No taxes chargedDDP (import fees paid in advance) or DAP (taxes paid on delivery), depending on your country. Taxes and customs
- Express from our EU warehouse48 to 96 h to EU countries, subject to stock availability; otherwise from the factory. Delivery times
- 14 days to change your mindReturn it complete, in its original packaging. Returns
Sold by Reboot Global Corporation Limited, an authorized Kuycon reseller.
Kuycon P27D technical specifications
Display
| Size | 27 inches, 16:9 aspect ratio |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 3840 × 2160 pixels (4K UHD), 8.3 million pixels |
| Pixel density | 163 ppi (163 pixels per inch) |
| Panel type | IPS, LED backlight |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz in 4K, over USB-C, DisplayPort and HDMI, depending on the computer |
| Response time | 5 ms (GtG), 4-level overdrive |
| Variable refresh rate | NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, AMD FreeSync, VRR |
| Brightness | 450 cd/m² (nits) typical, 500 cd/m² peak |
| Contrast | 1000:1 |
| HDR | HDR10 (High Dynamic Range) over HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C, enabled automatically, can be turned off; no local dimming |
| Surface | Anti-reflective glossy glass, bonded across the entire surface |
| Eye comfort | Blue light reduction, paper-like black and white mode |
Color
| Color depth | 10-bit, 1.07 billion colors |
|---|---|
| Gamut | 96% DCI-P3, 99% sRGB |
| Accuracy | ΔE < 2 |
| Modes | sRGB, Adobe RGB, DCI-P3 |
Connectivity
| USB-C upstream | DisplayPort Alt Mode, 4K 144 Hz HDR, USB 2.0 data, USB Power Delivery charging up to 100 W (5 A cable with e-marker chip); compatible with Thunderbolt 3, 4 and USB4 |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort | 1 × DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR3, 32.4 Gbps), 4K 144 Hz HDR, HDCP 2.3 |
| HDMI | 2 × HDMI 2.1 (FRL, DSC), 4K 144 Hz HDR, HDCP 2.3 |
| USB-C downstream | 2 × USB-C, USB 2.0 (480 Mbps), 5 V 2.1 A |
| Audio | No speakers |
| Controls | DDC/CI, infrared remote included, on-screen menu |
Compatibility
| Apple Silicon Mac (M-series chip) | 4K 144 Hz on Macs with M2, M3, M4 and later, and on M1 Pro, M1 Max and M1 Ultra; 4K 60 Hz on M1. Details by chip |
|---|---|
| MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max | macOS bug: may drop to 60 Hz over USB-C when set above 60 Hz; the Mac's HDMI port works around it. Details |
| iPad Pro | 4K 60 Hz (iPadOS limit) |
| MacBook Neo | One external display up to 4K 60 Hz (Apple) |
| Intel Mac | 4K 60 Hz over Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C: 2017 and later iMac models, 2019 Mac Pro, 2017 and later MacBook Pro models with AMD graphics, 2019 and later Macs with a 10th-generation Intel Core processor |
| PC | 4K 144 Hz over DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1 or USB-C (Thunderbolt 3, 4, USB4) with a DSC-capable graphics card; without DSC, 4K 120 Hz |
| PC graphics cards | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 to RTX 2080 Ti, RTX 30 and RTX 40; AMD Radeon RX 5500 to RX 5600 XT, RX 6400 to RX 6950 XT, RX 7600 to RX 7900 XTX; Intel Iris Xe (11th generation), Intel UHD 730, 750 and 770 (12th generation) |
| Consoles | PS5 and Xbox Series X in 4K 120 Hz HDR over HDMI 2.1; Nintendo Switch over HDMI |
| Operating systems | macOS, Windows, Linux |
Power and energy
| Power supply | Built in, one power cord, 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
|---|---|
| Power consumption | 25.9 W in SDR, 36.5 W in HDR, 0.4 W in standby (EPREL) |
| Energy class | F in SDR, G in HDR. EPREL product sheet 2733636 |
Energy label
Dimensions and weight
| Monitor without stand | 618 × 360 × 22 mm (W × H × D) |
|---|---|
| Weight (monitor only) | 5.5 kg |
| Chassis | CNC-machined aluminum, sandblasted and anodized; plain or perforated back |
| Mounting | VESA 100 × 100 mm, adapter included; fixed or height-adjustable stand available as an option |
In the box
- Kuycon P27D monitor
- 100 × 100 VESA adapter
- Infrared remote, batteries not included (white remote: 1 CR2025 battery; black remote: 2 LR03 batteries, AAA size)
- Power cord, EU, UK, US, AU or CN plug, your choice
- 1 m USB-C cable
- DisplayPort cable
- 1.5 m HDMI cable
- 2 USB-C to USB-A adapters
- USB flash drive with documentation
Stand not included: available as an option at purchase.
Warranty and references
| Warranty | 2 years worldwide |
|---|---|
| Returns | 14 days after delivery |
| Model number | P27D |
| EAN | 3701655965795 |
Documents
Specifications
| Screen size | 27 inches |
|---|---|
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Format | 4K |
| Brightness | 500 nits |
| Screen finish | Glossy anti-reflective coating |
| Display | 27-inch 4K LCD display with IPS High Dynamic Range (HDR) Brightness : 600 cd/m2 Contrast : 1000:1 Color : wide color gamut P3, 10 bits, over a billion colors Resolution : 3840 x 2160 pixels (8,3 million pixels), 163 ppi Aspect ratio : 16:9 Refresh rate : 144 Hz |
| Dimensions & weight | Height : 51.8 cm with stand, display 36.0 cm Width : 61.8 cm Depth : 20.0 cm with stand, display 1.9 cm Weight : 7.7 kg with stand, display 5.2 kg |
| Connectivity | USB-C, DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1, two USB-C ports and a 3.5 mm audio jack One upstream USB-C port delivers up to 100 W PowerDelivery charging |
| Windows compatibility | AMD Ryzen APU with integrated Vega graphics and later RX460-RX590 (Polaris) Radeon Vega 56/64, Radeon VII and later (Vega) RX5300-RX5700XT (RNDA)* GTX950-980Ti (Maxwell) (must be flashed with the latest official firmware) GTX1050-1080Ti (Pascal) GTX1650-1660Ti (Turing)* RTX2050-2080Ti, Titan RTX (Turing)* RTX3050-3090Ti (Ampere)* RTX4050-4090 (Ada Lovelace)* - RTX5070-5090 (Blackwell)* *cards with USB-C VRlink can be connected using a USB-C cable. All graphics cards released after 2024 are compatible unless stated otherwise. RX6400-RX6950XT (RDNA2)* - RX7600-RX7900XTX (RDNA3)* *USB-C cards can be connected using a USB-C cable. All graphics cards released after 2024 are compatible unless stated otherwise. Supported graphics cards: Intel Graphics Integrated graphics Intel Core 10th Gen Icelake and later Supports 4K (3840 × 2160) at 144 Hz over USB-C, DisplayPort, HDMI on compatible devices require a Thunderbolt 3/4/USB4, DisplayPort 1.4+ port and a supported video adapter. |
| Power & operating requirements | Line voltage: 100–240 V AC - Frequency: 50/60 Hz, single phase - Power: 60 W (max 170 W while PowerDelivery charging) |
| Resolution | 3 840 x 2 160 pixels (8,3 million pixels), 163 pixels per inch |
| Contrast ratio | 1 000:1 |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Apple compatibility | Intel MacBook with discrete AMD graphics: 2017 and later - Intel MacBook with integrated graphics: 2019 and later (with 10th-gen Intel Core Icelake and later) Intel iMac: 2017 and later - Intel Mac Pro: 2019 - other Intel models at 4K@60 or lower only. Laptops and desktop PCs Mac with Apple silicon: M1, M2 and later, 4K up to 144 Hz over a single Thunderbolt 4 or USB-C cable (graphics without DSC: 120 Hz) - iPad Pro: all models (iPadOS limits the refresh rate to 60 Hz) |
| Console compatibility | PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo supported over HDMI |
| Box contents | Monitor Adapter VESA 100×100 Remote control Power cord (1,5 m) Cable USB-C (1 m) Cable DisplayPort (1,8 m) Cable HDMI (1,5 m) Adapter USB-C to USB-A x 2 USB drive with documentation Remote control batteries not included, despite the PDF user manual: white remote 1× CR2025, black remote 2× LR03 (AAA) |
Guides
P27D User Guide (English)
PDF in English
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Frequently asked questions
Which Macs run the P27D at 144 Hz?
All Macs with M1 to M5 chips display it in 4K over a single USB-C cable, with 100 W charging. The P27D goes up to 144 Hz on Macs with M2, M3, M4 and later, as well as on M1 Pro, M1 Max and M1 Ultra; it stays at 60 Hz on M1. Apple guarantees a 4K display up to 144 Hz from M4 chips onward. The MacBook Neo is limited to one 4K display at 60 Hz.
Is my MacBook Pro with M5 Pro or M5 Max affected by the high refresh rate display bug?
Yes, it can be. Users of displays from several brands report that over USB-C or Thunderbolt, macOS sometimes brings displays set to a higher refresh rate back down to 60 Hz. Apple has not released any fix to date; macOS 27 Golden Gate should normally fix it. In the meantime, connect the P27D to the Mac's HDMI port with an Ultra High Speed HDMI cable. The base M5 is not affected.
4K at 144 Hz or 5K: which should you choose for a Mac?
5K (218 ppi) gives the sharpest text on macOS; the P27D's 4K at 144 Hz gives smoothness, for scrolling as well as gaming, at a lower price. For 5K, see the Kuycon G27P (75 Hz) or the P27Z (up to 180 Hz).
Is the P27D good for gaming?
Yes. It goes up to 144 Hz in 4K, with a 5 ms response time and G-SYNC, FreeSync and VRR compatible variable refresh rate. A PC connects over DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1 or USB-C; a PS5 or Xbox Series X displays in 4K at 120 Hz HDR over HDMI 2.1.
Which graphics card do I need for 4K at 144 Hz on a PC?
A DisplayPort 1.4 output with DSC, HDMI 2.1 or USB-C: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650, RTX 20, 30 and 40; AMD Radeon RX 5500 and newer; Intel Iris Xe and UHD 730, 750, 770. A card without DSC displays 4K at 120 Hz.
Is one cable enough to connect a MacBook?
Yes. The included USB-C cable carries the 4K picture at 144 Hz, up to 100 W of charging and the data for the monitor's two USB-C ports. With another cable, choose a USB 3.2 Gen 2 or USB4 cable, and a 5 A model with an e-marker chip for 100 W charging.
What ports does the P27D have?
One USB-C upstream port (video, data and 100 W charging), one DisplayPort 1.4, two HDMI 2.1 and two USB-C downstream ports at USB 2.0 speed, all on the back. The power supply is built in.
How bright is the P27D?
500 nits peak and 450 nits in everyday use, with a 1000:1 contrast ratio. It supports HDR10 over HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C, without local dimming or a Mini-LED backlight.
What is the difference between the plain back and the perforated back?
Only the look changes: the plain back is solid aluminum, the perforated back has a honeycomb pattern. The panel, ports and refresh rate are identical. You choose the back when you buy.
Is the stand included?
No. The monitor comes with a 100 × 100 VESA adapter for an arm or a wall mount. You can add the fixed stand or the height-adjustable stand, which also allows rotation to portrait mode, as an option when you buy; the VESA adapter is still included.
Is the screen glossy or matte?
Glossy, with anti-reflective glass bonded to the panel. Like any glossy screen, it reflects a window placed opposite it: it works best in a room without strong direct light.
Does the P27D have a camera or speakers?
No. For video calls, use your Mac's camera or an external camera; for sound, use your computer's speakers, headphones or external speakers.
What do customers say about the P27D?
It is rated 5/5 across 37 reviews from 14 countries. Customers mostly mention the sharpness of 4K, the smoothness of 144 Hz, the single USB-C cable that charges the MacBook and the clean aluminum design.
What warranty do I get, and will I pay taxes?
2-year warranty worldwide. Kuycon does not charge any taxes: at checkout, you choose DDP (import fees paid in advance, nothing to pay on arrival) or DAP (VAT and duties paid to the carrier on delivery), depending on the options available in your country.
How long does delivery take?
To an EU country, express delivery from our EU warehouse takes 48 to 96 h, subject to stock availability. Otherwise, the monitor ships from the factory: 5 to 10 business days by Air Express DAP, 10 to 20 business days by Air Express DDP, 30 to 40 business days by truck with DDP. You then have 14 days to change your mind.
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