Sony BVM-F170A OLED Pro Broadcast Reference Monitor w/ Rack Ears 1920x1080 #22
Bottom line: The Sony BVM-F170A OLED Pro Broadcast Reference Monitor is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the displays & upscalers category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
The colour shift depending on the viewing angle has reduced to less than half compared to a conventional OLED panel. 1X- Sony BVM-F170A OLED Reference Monitor. Rack Ears and Power Cord Included. 1X- Set of Rack Mount Ears.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Sony BVM-F170A OLED Pro Broadcast Reference Monitor using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the displays & upscalers category. Sony's displays & upscalers lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for displays & upscalers of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| resolution | 1920x1080 |
|---|---|
| display_type | OLED |
| screen_size_in | 17 |
| rack_ears_included | true |
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