Sceptre 30-inch Curved Gaming Monitor 21:9 2560x1080 Ultra Wide/ Slim HDMI DisplayPort up to 200Hz Build-in Speakers, Metal Black (C305B-200UN1)

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Cathy.
5.0 out of 5 stars Buy it now!
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2024
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!!! This screen is freaking great! Love the LED lighting on the back! Screen size is perfect!! Easy settings and set up. Delivery was fast. Pricing is great for the quality. I have friends who have paid a hefty penny for monitors and this one is way better!!! Planing to buy a second one
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Ken
5.0 out of 5 stars Best features and performance to price sub-$300 gaming monitor on Amazon!
Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2020
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
Was shopping online with my son for his first gaming PC (which we decided upon an AMD Ryzen 5 3600 CPU with Nvidia RTX 2060 Super GPU model) and I quickly realized handing him down my old Samsung 27" 1080p 60hz LCD monitor as was the original plan would have been a total waste of his new computer!

So having saved a couple hundred bucks buying a pre-built instead of building our own with the same specs (as PC components are experiencing shortages cause of COVID-19 and have gone up drastically in price), I told my son he could pick out any monitor on Amazon he wanted on a budget of $300, and he picked out this one.

I could instantly see why he chose this model which at 30" was bigger than most other gaming monitors with decent specs at this price range and it was an ultrawide, which made me proud (like him being a chip off the old block) as I game on a 49" super ultrawide monitor myself. But the real "wow factor" of this model, of course, is the 200hz refresh rate which is a rarity in itself especially for ultrawides but almost unheard of at this price range.

The only thing I wasn't sure about was I wasn't familiar with the Sceptre brand. Generally as a rule I've stayed away from buying displays from lesser-known manufacturers as with panels you often get what you pay for and "cheap" usually turns out more "expensive" in the long run, if not just "frustrating" and "disappointing".

But this was my son's computer and his pick for the monitor and I was proud that he did all his own research so I wanted to support him. So Sceptre it was!

Well I'm glad I didn't say anything cause this monitor rocks! The colors looked great straight out of the box and I haven't felt the need to do any calibration of any sort. Contrast and blacks are above average on this display and well beyond my expectations for a sub-$300 model. Even though there's no HDR and I believe it's rated at just 250 nits, it looks much brighter than that, possibly because of its high native contrast.

But what both my son and I were most looking forward to see, of course, was how it performed at 200hz. So I fired up 3DMark and ran a few benchmark tests and...WOW!

The motion on all frame rates was buttery smooth. On some tests we were reaching fps of over 600 so we knew we hit the monitor's 200 frames per second limit and it looked incredible! No tearing or ghosting or any sign of distortion whatsoever. My own 49" super ultrawide only goes up to 144hz and I could see a discernible difference in frame rate running identical tests on our PCs both of which were pushing frames well beyond the limits of our monitors. This monitor's 200hz refresh rate is legit!

Another great feature of this monitor is its support of AMD Freesync. It worked flawlessly with my son's RTX 2060 Super both in fullscreen and windowed mode, even though the Nvidia Control Panel said the monitor wasn't "validated as G-SYNC Compatible". I've actually had problems in the past getting this compatibility feature to work on other Freesync monitors so was really relieved to find it working perfectly on the Sceptre.

Overall this is a fantastic gaming monitor that performs well in all its highlighted and advertised features, and phenomenally when you also factor in its price. Highly recommended and most importantly for me is my son couldn't be happier!
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Rudy G
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the price
Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2023
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
**Design and Build Quality (4.5/5):**
The Sceptre 30-inch Curved Gaming Monitor is a true beauty in terms of design. The curved display adds a level of immersion that's hard to match, and the slim bezels contribute to a sleek and modern aesthetic. The build quality is solid, with a sturdy stand and premium finish that exudes durability.

**Visual Experience (5/5):**
Gaming on this monitor is an absolute joy. The 2560x1080 resolution and the refresh rate deliver stunning visuals and incredibly smooth gameplay. The curved design wraps the screen around your field of vision, enhancing immersion and making you feel like you're right in the action. Colors are vibrant, and blacks are deep, thanks to the monitor's excellent contrast ratio.

**Performance (5/5):**
This monitor is a powerhouse for gaming. The high refresh rate and quick response time eliminate motion blur and ghosting, ensuring every frame is crisp and sharp. Whether you're into fast-paced shooters or immersive RPGs, this monitor handles them with ease. FreeSync technology further enhances the gaming experience by reducing tearing and stuttering.

**Connectivity (4.5/5):**
The variety of ports on this monitor is impressive. You'll find HDMI, DisplayPort, and even a USB hub, which is incredibly convenient for connecting peripherals. The inclusion of audio-out ports means you can easily connect external speakers or headphones.

**Ergonomics (4/5):**
While the stand is solid, it offers limited adjustability with only tilt functionality. Some users might prefer additional options like height adjustment or swivel, but the curve of the screen partially compensates for this limitation.

**Value for Money (5/5):**
Considering the features and performance it offers, the Sceptre 30-inch Curved Gaming Monitor provides exceptional value for its price point. You're getting a high-quality gaming experience without breaking the bank, making it an excellent investment for both casual and competitive gamers.

**Overall (4.5/5):**
The Sceptre 30-inch Curved Gaming Monitor is a fantastic addition to any gaming setup. Its striking design, outstanding visual experience, and top-tier performance make it a standout choice in the gaming monitor market. Whether you're a casual gamer or a competitive enthusiast, this monitor offers everything you need for an immersive and responsive gaming experience. It's an excellent value for money and a worthy upgrade for your gaming rig.
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Walter O.
5.0 out of 5 stars Designed for gaming with the right PC Hardware. Not designed as a MAC Gamer.
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2020
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
One drawback is when it comes to PC's and Monitors, you won't know for sure until you try it out for yourself. You can ask the seller questions, but sometimes the question you should have asked isn't obvious until the thing is sitting on your desk. It may boil down to something very specific to your application/environment/ergonomics that the seller, or even the manufacturer can't give you a definitive answer because of the subjective nature of sitting in front of a screen for hours at a time.
A big help for me in determining which to order is to download the user manual and quick set-up guides from the Manufacturer Website. By carefully reading the specs and going through the OSD Menu entries I am sure that what I'm ordering, at least on paper, has the right specs. This way, the monitors should have all the right comparable specs and you should end up with what you really want. Still, as was it was in my case you may have to try it out before you can finalize the purchase.
I need a widescreen curved monitor such as this 30" Scepter with PBP (split screen) so as to be able to work on documents from two different inputs, i.e. two PC's. So I am reviewing this from more of a business angle, not from a Gaming criteria.
Basically, it is a simple, single-purpose gaming PC Monitor. If used just for gaming on an Nvidia Graphics PC, it works as advertised. You've got to match video cards, max res, number and type of inputs, hdmi 1.4, 2.0? Is Displayport 1.2 enough? I finally narrowed down to a 30-32 inch 21:9 ultrawide, curved, (gaming) monitor though I would only use it for business. I need a split screen with quick and easy transition from one input to another. To change inputs from one PC to another on this monitor requires 11 button pushes and the dual split-screens are squished horizontally as determined by the screen width and 2560hz horizontal resolution. Nothing really wrong with the monitor itself. My opinion is that this monitor should be best acknowledged as a single input Gaming monitor. It was not quite suitable for my application. Better would be a wider monitor with higher horizontal frequency.
The Wall Plate though not it's intended use can be attaching it to a standard 4 hole Vesa mounting arm plate. It comes with a 75mm 4 hole Adapter, so it can be done. Two little bolts attach one side to the monitor, the other side can be fastened to a regular Monitor mounting plate (75mm hole pattern) on the extended arm of your vesa desktop stand mounted to your desk . You will have to obtain an additional four M4 x 20mm bolts, with washers and nuts to bolt (fasten) Wall Mount to the Vesa plate of your stand. Easily accomplished except for obtaining your own hardware. No wall plate screws are supplied as there are different types of wall mounts.
At this price point, as I've mentioned, this monitor is designed to work best with a PC having an Nvidia Video Card using GSync. They tell you up front how it's designed to work. With the right hardware you can get the 160 - 200 hz frequency for high-end gaming. With Displayport 1.2 I was able to get 120hz picture that was good enough for ordinary Windows 10 desktop, but I can't comment how it would work for gaming. Need Displayport 1.4, or Hdmi 2.0 to obtain 160-200hz. The Nvidia drivers must be up to date and can be downloaded from Nvidia Website. The driver page lists a long paragraph of Nvidia cards compatible with that driver. It may work well enough with other PC video cards as well, but I was using an old GT 620. No problem with the latest driver but not suitable for intensive gaming.
Using with a Mac, (I have a Macbook Pro) is a crapshoot. Older Macs are designed to work with older Mac compatible hardware. This monitor, as is the case with the majority of OEM generic monitors, is directed at the Windows PC Market. If it works with your Mac, well and good, but don't count on it, not for serious gaming for sure. My 2011 Macbook Pro has early thunderbolt - backwards compatible with mini-displayport. I used a mini-displayport cable with short mini-displayport to Displayport adapter. Macbook has a 2560x1440 spec video output. It connected with the monitor but full-screen picture was a little vertically flattened, (i.e.horizontall stretched); not acceptable. Mac System Preferences Display Icon showed 1080p. That is correct, but the Macbook is designed for 4:3 ratio. My Macbook was never intended to handle 21:9 aspect ratio; not the fault of the monitor. Works perfect though with my 21.5 inch Acer screen. Newer macs with thunderbolt 3, a.k.a. USB-C should be compatible with USB-C input monitors.
In order to avoid the hassle of a return, my advice is to ask the seller - better yet, download the manual, especially with third-party sellers as return shipping is pretty expensive. Be aware of the intended use and specs and consider that in order to get a monitor with better options, you might have to spend another $100.00 or more. What I could determine is that used as intended and properly set up, it will do what is advertised at 160hz For business, with dual inputs, maybe not, but the manufacturer does not advertise it as anything but designed for gaming so I really can't complain. I had to try it to find out.

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2gigob
5.0 out of 5 stars Great monitor for the money
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2024
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
Nice size, excellent color, had a back light color LED scheme. Works great for gaming.
I am happy with it and didn't break the bank. Upgraded my gaming setup. Plus I can plug in gaming systems quickly via HDMI and they look better than on my TV. Speakers are just ok but plenty of other ways to skin this cat.
Great monitor for the $$
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William Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars Budget friendly
Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2024
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
I can’t complain about the quality of this monitor for the price. This is my first curved monitor and it was wider than I had anticipated. I simply use it for online classes. The quality is amazing. I watched Deadpool just to check the specs of the screen. It was pretty neat to watch it on a wide screen. I have it connected to my 14” MacBook Pro, M3 Pro via HDMI. I hardly need to use the MacBook’s display because the 30” monitor is wide enough. I would definitely purchase another one if I ever get the need for a second monitor.
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Micah
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing value at this price, glad I didn't spend twice as much for something marginally better
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2024
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
Image quality, clarity, and refresh rate are amazing, it has slightly improved my effectiveness in a handful of games.
I can see smaller targets from farther away, the smoother and higher framerate improved my abilities in some FPS games, the pixel density is so high that I have to move my face on top of the screen to see the individiual pixels....goodbye pixelation and aliasing! No more stairstep jagged edges due to low pixel monitors, letters are now legible....
The screen is great, but the speakers are functionally hot garbage. No low end or bass, very quiet, but nonetheless, good enough to watch a youtube video in my room. Does not pass the LTT Crabrave speaker test.
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melissa bauer
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Monitor I have owned
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2024
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
I have gone through a few monitors from Samsung and Asus just to name a few. I work from home and I have a mounts for my monitors. I still have another Asus 30 inch curved monitor that I use all the time but as soon as it goes out I will purchase another Sceptre 30-inch Curved monitor. The picture is better than my Asus. It is also more durable than my samsungs were. The refresh rate on it does not hurt my eyes after working for 12 hours a day on it. I love the monitor.
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Shadowliest
5.0 out of 5 stars I love it!
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2024
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
I replaced my tv with this monitor cause my tv was too big for my room. It’s a brighter and more vibrant than my tv. Great for a gaming setup. I was nervous about it falling over when I first got it, but I haven’t had an issues this it’s stability.
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Ra'ed
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved the monitor
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2024
Style: 30" Curved 200HzVerified Purchase
Value for money the monitor is great. I liked its specs and it meets my gaming needs as well as work/school. Unfortunately for me I broke the screen only a few days after having set it up. It is not a quality problem with the screen or anything like that.

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