HKC has officially launched its new “Shield” 25Q360B gaming monitor, a 24.5-inch display that boasts impressive specifications for esports enthusiasts. Available now on JD.com, the monitor is priced at 2221 Yuan, with some regions offering a subsidized price as low as 1999 Yuan.
Cutting-Edge Display Technology
The HKC “Shield” 25Q360B features a Fast IPS panel with a resolution of 2560×1440. It utilizes QD-Mini LED backlighting with an impressive 1152 dimming zones, ensuring deep blacks and vibrant colors. The display supports a blistering 360Hz refresh rate and a 1ms GtG response time, crucial for fast-paced gaming. For HDR content, it achieves a peak brightness of 1400 nits and a remarkable contrast ratio of 300,000:1. Color accuracy is also a strong point, with the panel covering 98.5% DCI-P3, 98.5% Adobe RGB, and 100% sRGB. Each unit is factory calibrated to a Delta E ≤ 2, meeting professional color standards.
Innovative Motion Blur Elimination
A standout feature of this monitor is HKC’s proprietary DIC 2.0 dynamic motion blur elimination technology. This system combines the precise local dimming capabilities of MiniLED with synchronized black frame insertion. It offers three adjustable levels to effectively combat motion blur and ghosting. Furthermore, the DIC 2.0 technology supports various compatibility modes, including HDR+DIC, VRR+DIC, and Local Dimming+DIC, ensuring a smooth and artifact-free visual experience across different content types.
Comprehensive Connectivity and KVM Functionality
The HKC “Shield” 25Q360B is equipped with a full suite of high-speed interfaces. It includes a DP 2.1 port with a 54Gbps bandwidth, supporting lossless 2K 360Hz output without DSC. Two HDMI 2.1 ports are also included, making it compatible with next-generation consoles like the PS5 and Xbox, offering a 2.6x increase in transfer speed over HDMI 2.0. A full-featured USB-C port provides 90W of reverse charging and also supports lossless 2K 360Hz transmission without DSC. Additionally, the monitor integrates a KVM module, allowing users to control two signal sources with a single set of keyboard and mouse, facilitating seamless cross-device collaboration.
Enhanced Gaming Features
HKC has also packed the “Shield” 25Q360B with a range of gaming-specific enhancements:
- Smart Light Sensing: An ambient light sensor dynamically adjusts screen brightness and color temperature to reduce eye strain.
- Quick Wake-up: Wakes from sleep mode in just 5 seconds, three times faster than traditional displays.
- Aspect Ratio Control: Supports multiple aspect ratios (16:9, 4:3, 16:10), tailored for FPS gaming.
- AI Visual Aids: Includes features like “Goggles” to suppress high-light glare and “Flash Speed Clarity” to accelerate the dissipation of flashbang effects by 20%.
- Professional Game Presets: Offers optimized settings for FPS, RPG, and RCG game genres, along with six-axis color calibration, sniper scope magnification, and shadow enhancement.
Ergonomic Design and Aesthetics
The monitor sports a sleek three-sided narrow bezel design and a customizable RGB lighting strip on the back. Navigation is handled by a convenient five-way joystick. The ergonomic stand allows for height, swivel, and tilt adjustments, and the display is also VESA mount compatible for flexible setup options.
