Question 1

Does this monitor come with built in speakers?

Accepted Answer

No it doesn't.  I own one of these.  For my purposes it's a non-issue, (Gaming headphones are awesome.) your mileage may vary.

Question 2

is it 1080p?

Accepted Answer

YES,

Technical Information Below

Number of Screens
1

Screen Size
27"

Screen Mode
Full HD  1080p

Aspect Ratio
16:9

Horizontal Viewing Angle
178°

Vertical Viewing Angle
178°

Adjustable Display Angle
Yes

Backlight Technology
LED

HDCP Supported
Yes

Video

Maximum Resolution
1920 x 1080

Standard Refresh Rate
60 Hz

Color Supported
16.7 Million Colors

Contrast Ratio
100,000,000:1

Brightness
300 cd/m²

Interfaces/Ports

DVI
Yes

VGA
Yes

Power Description

Input Voltage
220 V AC
110 V AC

Operating Power Consumption
28.50 W

Standby Power Consumption
450 mW

Off-Mode Power Consumption
350 mW

Physical Characteristics

Color
Black

Height
15" (381 mm)

Width
25.2" (640 mm)

Depth
2.4" (62 mm)

Weight (Approximate)
4.77 kg

Miscellaneous

Package Contents
KX2703 Widescreen LCD Monitor
1 x VGA Cable
Power Cord

Green Compliant
Yes

Green Compliance Certificate/Authority
MPR II

Question 3

what mhz is this ? 60 mhz ? 144 mhz

Accepted Answer

Not sure what you mean by MHz.  Nothing on a display is measured in Mhz.  The vertical refresh rate is 60Hz and the horizontal refresh rate is 67Khz, if you are referring to the refresh rate.  I've been very happy with this display.  I have had it since June of 2014, and it has not given me any problems.

Question 4

Does the monitor have build speakers and microphone?

Accepted Answer

no, there are no built in speakers or microphone.  I personally would rather use non-integrated speakers and mic.

Question 5

What is the distance from desktop to bottom of monitor?

Accepted Answer

it sits almost exactly 3 1/4" off my desk. its a little low for my center of viewing.
I'd put something under it if it's going to sit on a desk and try to get to your eye level.

Question 6

Gateway's website only mention drivers for PCs - Macs aren't listed.  Does this model work with a Mac?  I use a Mac Mini IV. Any accessory needed?

Accepted Answer

We have it attached to MacBook Pros 2013 using the proper adapter with no visible loss of resolution.

Question 7

Is this screen a matte or glossy finish? I don't know how to know which monitors have which finish in the description.

Accepted Answer

The screen itself is not glossy - meaning I see no glare from other monitors or lamps in the same room.  The enclosure is a glossy black.  I've purchased three of this type and am so far very happy with them.

Question 8

What is best / recommended screen resolution?

Accepted Answer

Your video card and computer will know. Mine started up correctly. Just had to switch my right to left in setup.

Question 9

Does this have on board speakers? 
Or will I have to purchase speakers?

Accepted Answer

No.. the Gateway KX2703bd does NOT have inbuilt speakers.

Question 10

Are all DVI cables the same? If not which do I need for this monitor.?

Accepted Answer

Basically, yes.  They are all the same.  They pass digital display information only.  No audio, like HDMI.  You don't get a slightly better picture with better cables like you would with an analog cables.  You either get a perfect picture or you get pixilation.  Broken cables might occur more often with cheaper DVI cables, but only if you are moving them around and putting stress on them.

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