AOC

AOC 27B3HM

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

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

  • 3.5 mm jack
  • Scores 45/100
  • No ethernet passthrough
  • No kvm switch
Score profile

Where the AOC 27B3HM wins and loses

Scored against the office monitors class
PortsOverallValue634545
Ports
63
Overall spec score
45
Value position
45
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Display

Size27 "
Panel typeVA
Refresh rate75 Hz

Ports

HDMI ports1
3.5 mm jackYes

Ergonomics

VESA mountYes
Weight3.82 kg

More specs

FreesyncYes
Response4 ms
Contrast ratio4

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Head to head

AOC 27B3HM vs Philips Philips 24E1N1300AE

Highlighted cell = better in that row
PortsOverallValue
AOC 27B3HMPhilips 24E1N1300AE
 AOCAOC 27B3HMThis pagePhilipsPhilips 24E1N1300AE
Overall score45 /10056 /100Better
Size27 "234 "
Panel typeVAIPS
Who it's for

Is the AOC 27B3HM 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.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the AOC 27B3HM 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 27B3HM?

Its 3.5 mm jack stands out, whether you can monitor audio straight from the device.

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.