HKC has expanded its Apex monitor lineup with three new high-performance displays, targeting users who demand extreme brightness, color accuracy, and refresh rates. The announcement introduces two RGB Mini LED models and one QD-OLED panel, offering distinct technical approaches to visual fidelity. Buyers seeking advanced local dimming or OLED contrast now have specific hardware options to consider.
HKC details specifications for new Apex 32U165VD and 27U165D RGB Mini LED monitors
The Apex 32U165VD serves as the flagship Mini LED option with a 31.4-inch screen. It utilizes RGB Mini LED backlighting to deliver 4788 individually controllable color zones. This dense zoning allows for precise HDR handling, reaching 1400 nits of peak brightness and 700 nits for full-screen content. The panel also supports dual-mode switching, enabling UHD resolution at 165Hz or FHD resolution at 330Hz.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Apex 32U165VD | Apex 27U165D | Apex 27Q320B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panel Technology | RGB Mini LED | RGB Mini LED | QD-OLED |
| Screen Size | 31.4 inches | 27 inches | 27 inches |
| Backlight Zones | 4788 | 3456 | N/A |
| Refresh Rate | UHD 165Hz / FHD 330Hz | UHD 165Hz | QHD 320Hz |
| Peak Brightness | 1400 nits | 1400 nits | N/A |
HKC pairs the large Mini LED with a smaller 27-inch sibling, the Apex 27U165D. This model retains the RGB Mini LED technology but scales down to 3456 backlight zones. It connects via a USB-C port that provides 90W of power delivery. Both Mini LED monitors share a 'Mystery Ink' anti-reflective coating that reduces screen reflectivity to less than 1.8% and supports 114-bit color control precision.
The third entry, the Apex 27Q320B, diverges from Mini LED by using a QD-OLED panel. It is built on Samsung's fourth-generation five-layer stack OLED technology. The panel delivers QHD resolution at a 320Hz refresh rate with 99% DCI-P3 color coverage. It holds VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500 and ClearMR 18000 certifications, indicating strong contrast and motion clarity standards for gaming.
These models represent a shift toward specialized display technologies within the Apex series. The Mini LED options prioritize brightness and zone count, while the QD-OLED model focuses on speed and native contrast. No pricing or availability details are currently available for these specific models.
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