AOC

AOC 27B36X

A entry-level pick in the office monitors line-up, with IPS up front.

45/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
IPS
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 45/100
  • Built for the job
  • No ethernet passthrough
  • No kvm switch
Score profile

Where the AOC 27B36X wins and loses

Scored against the office monitors class
OverallValueFuture-proo…454540
Overall spec score
45
Value position
45
Future-proofing
40
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Size27 "
Panel typeIPS
Refresh rate144 Hz

Ports

HDMI ports1080

Ergonomics

Weight4.9 kg

More specs

Hdr10 plusYes
Response4 ms
Adaptive syncYes
HDR certifiedHDR10
Displayport version1.4

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AOC 27B36X vs Amazon Basics Amazon Basics 27-inch Monitor FHD 1080P

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Overall score45 /10045 /100
Size27 "27 "
Panel typeIPSIPS
Who it's for

Is the AOC 27B36X right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable office monitor for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need ethernet passthrough, in which case a higher-tier office monitor is the better call.

Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
okay
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
okay
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the AOC 27B36X worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 45/100 against other office monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 46.

What stands out on the AOC 27B36X?

Its overall 45/100 rating against the rest of the office monitors class.

How does it compare to the KTC FHD 144Hz Gaming Monitor?

The KTC FHD 144Hz Gaming Monitor scores 50/100 versus this one at 45/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.