The set includes: a monitor stand, a base, a power adapter, a DisplayPort cable, and a paper manual. All elements are securely fixed in molded polystyrene with separate compartments for accessories.

Appearance and operational features

Vinga 27S406-11B is typical for the company's modern frameless models. The front part has a restrained design with a minimal visible border around the panel. The design is distinguished by a low hexagonal base, which allows you to conveniently place the keyboard on top of it.

The external plastic frame of the case is 2 mm thick on all sides. The internal black border of the display's active area is 7 mm on the sides and top and 3 mm on the bottom. The lower part is 22 mm thick. In its center, a stylized Vinga logo is applied with light paint, adding recognizability to the model.

The power indicator is located on the back of the case, directly under the monitor control button block. In working mode, it glows blue, and in standby mode, it changes color to red. This hidden placement protects from bright light in the dark, but it forces you to rely solely on the reflection on the table or to peek behind the screen, which is not very convenient.

The back side is made of matte plastic. Its upper part is adorned with the VINGA logo.

The monitor case profile is clearly divided into two parts: an ultra-thin upper and a noticeably thicker lower part. This solution allowed for maintaining the visual elegance of the device and hiding all the necessary electronics, interface boards, power supply, and speakers in the lower thickening.

The lower central part houses the interface area with ports. Around them are the openings of the built-in speakers.

Interestingly, the upper and lower edges of the case completely lack the usual ventilation grilles. Thanks to the energy-efficient matrix, the monitor uses passive cooling — heat is imperceptibly dissipated through the interface connectors' niche and the perforation of the built-in acoustics, which additionally protects the internal components from dust ingress.

On the left, there is a hole for a Kensington lock.

Control is carried out using five physical buttons located on the right.

The central area of the back is a mounting socket for the stand leg with an integrated lock, around which are the VESA mount holes 100 × 100 mm. Installing the stand bracket to the panel does not require tools: the top protrusions are inserted into the corresponding slots, and the bottom part is secured with a mechanical lock with a spring-loaded latch.

The connection of the stand to the base is simplified to the maximum: the leg is simply inserted into the slots of the mounting shaft until it clicks. The manufacturer decided to completely abandon screws, so the fixation of the elements relies solely on the internal plastic clamp. The stand and leg construction is made of solid matte plastic with a rough surface—there is no metal reinforcement or weights inside, which is a classic compromise for budget solutions. Because of this, the construction lacks some monolithic quality and may be sensitive to table vibrations.

The stand itself has no decorative inscriptions or logos—the design is restrained and neat. For cable management, there is a through vertical rounded hole at the bottom of the leg, allowing cables to be neatly routed back and down. The compact hexagonal base of the stand is equipped with rubberized feet around the perimeter, preventing the monitor from sliding on the work surface.

The stand supports all types of adjustments: screen tilt within -5°…+15°, horizontal swivel ±30°, vertical swivel (Pivot) ±90°, and height adjustment in the range of 0…150 mm.

The sticker at the bottom contains the model, serial number, production date, and country of origin.

All ports of the Vinga 27S406-11B are oriented downwards, ensuring full compatibility with wall mounting. The interface panel includes: DC-in power connector, two HDMI, and two DisplayPort.

The built-in speakers are hidden behind openings on both sides of the interface zone. Their quality is typical for such solutions: noticeably lacking in bass and volume reserve, so for gaming or multimedia, it is advisable to use external acoustics.

On-Screen Menu 

Navigation in Vinga 27S406-11B is done through five physical buttons located on the right on the bottom edge. Order from left to right:

• “M” — call menu and confirm selection;
• “Down” — move cursor down, decrease value;
• “Up” — move cursor up, increase value;
• “E” — exit menu and select signal source;
• “Power” — turn the monitor on/off.

A detailed description of OSD functions is in the user manual.

Testing

It's time to find out what the Vinga 27S406-11B can demonstrate in practice. You can familiarize yourself with the methodology for researching monitor characteristics in the corresponding material.

The display includes five factory profiles oriented towards different usage scenarios—from gaming to video viewing and text work. Visually compare the modes in the following gallery:

Before testing, all settings in the OSD were reset to factory defaults, and the monitor was warmed up for 30 minutes. All measurements were conducted in the native 4K 60 Hz mode without additional settings.

For convenience, we have compiled the measurement results in a single table:

Profiles	Standard	Foto	Cinema	FPS	RTS
White field brightness, cd/m2	295.8	140	345.9	338.6	316.2
Black field brightness, cd/m2	0.3374	0.1487	0.3895	0.3678	0.3610
Contrast ratio	877:1	942:1	888:1	921:1	876:1
White point color temperature, K	6880	6714	7049	7410	7078
sRGB color gamut coverage, %	96.5	96.5	95.0	94.7	95.8
Adobe RGB color gamut coverage, %	70.8	70.8	69.6	69.5	70.4
DCI-P3 Color Gamut Coverage, %	76.5	76.5	76.0	76.0	79.2
sRGB Color Gamut Volume, %	108.7	108.7	108.2	108.3	115.6
DCI-P3 Color Gamut Volume, %	74.9	74.9	74.5	74.6	79.6
Adobe RGB Color Gamut Volume, %	77.0	77.0	76.6	76.7	81.9
Average dE*00 Deviation (∆E)	0.27	0.27	0.31	0.27	0.49
Maximum dE*00 Deviation (∆E)	1.23	1.17	1.2	1.06	2.55
Average Gamma	2.05	2.04	2.04	2.04	2.04
Power Consumption, W	47.1	31.5	46.3	42.1	37.2

The declared peak brightness is 300 cd/m². In practice, in the "Standard" profile at 80% in the OSD, the actual figure reaches 295.8 cd/m², which fully meets the specification. However, in "Cinema" and "FPS" modes, the backlight noticeably accelerates, delivering 345.9 cd/m² and 338.6 cd/m² respectively. In the "Foto" profile, the brightness is reduced to 140 cd/m² for comfortable work, and in "RTS" it is 316.2 cd/m².

The static contrast ratio ranges from 876:1 to 942:1. This slightly falls short of the declared 1000:1, which is a typical result for an affordable IPS panel.

The color temperature in all modes is slightly shifted to the cooler side relative to the reference 6500 K. The "Foto" profile is closest to the standard (6714 K), "Standard" is recorded at 6880 K, and the "Cinema", "RTS", and "FPS" profiles raise the bar to 7049–7410 K.

The manufacturer's claimed sRGB color coverage of 95% is confirmed by tests: the actual coverage ranges from 94.7–96.5% with an overall color gamut volume of 108.2–115.6%.

The out-of-the-box color accuracy is impressive: the average dE*00 deviation (∆E) in most modes is a mere 0.27–0.31 (only in "RTS" it rises to 0.49), and the maximum does not exceed 1.23 (up to 2.55 in "RTS").

However, there is a nuance with power consumption. With the declared "up to 39 W", the monitor's actual appetite varies from 31.5 W to a noticeable 47.1 W depending on the profile.

Color Coverage

 

CIE diagrams of the "Standard" profile for sRGB and Adobe RGB spaces

 

CIE diagrams of the "Foto" profile for sRGB and Adobe RGB spaces

 

CIE diagrams of the "Cinema" profile for sRGB and Adobe RGB spaces

 

CIE diagrams of the "FPS" profile for sRGB and Adobe RGB spaces

 

CIE diagrams of the "RTS" profile for sRGB and Adobe RGB spaces

CIE diagrams for all profiles demonstrate stable reproduction of the sRGB space with coverage within 94.7–96.5% and a volume of 108.2–115.6%. The shape of the triangle maintains correct proportions, but its color volume slightly exceeds the standard, indicating slight oversaturation of the palette in certain shades. The white point is noticeably shifted to the cool spectrum (6714–7410 K) relative to the reference 6500 K.

All profiles show almost identical diagrams, with minimal differences reduced to slight shifts of reference points.

For a budget IPS monitor, the shape of the triangle and the actual sRGB coverage look quite convincing.

Color Accuracy

Diagram of deviations of primary colors and shades from standards in the "Standard" profile

Diagram of deviations of primary colors and shades from standards in the "Foto" profile

Diagram of deviations of primary colors and shades from standards in the "Cinema" profile

 

Diagram of deviations of primary colors and shades from standards in the "FPS" profile

 

Diagram of deviations of primary colors and shades from standards in the "RTS" profile

All five tested profiles demonstrate high color accuracy without prior hardware calibration. In most modes, the average dE*00 deviation (∆E) is a mere 0.27–0.31, and the maximum does not exceed 1.23. The exception is the "RTS" profile, where the average error rises to 0.49, and the maximum is recorded at 2.55. These indicators fully meet the requirements for monitors of a significantly higher class.

It is especially impressive that such results are demonstrated by an ultra-budget model positioned by the manufacturer as a universal solution for home and office. The recorded level of accuracy ensures correct, clean, and visually pleasant images, making this model an exception in its price class and allowing it to be used for basic work with color content.

RGB Levels

 

RGB levels graph of the "Standard" profile

RGB levels chart of the "Foto" profile

RGB levels chart of the "Cinema" profile

RGB levels chart of the "FPS" profile

RGB levels chart of the "RTS" profile

All five tested profiles demonstrate high linearity and controlled balance of RGB channels. The red component is consistently underestimated by -6…-7%, green remains near the reference mark of 100%, and blue is elevated by +3…+5%. This balance does not create critical distortions and ensures neutral, clean gray gradients without parasitic shades.

The channels in all modes run smoothly, parallel to each other, and without sharp jumps throughout the gray scale. The most balanced profile appears to be "Foto," where the component imbalance is minimized. The "Standard," "Cinema," and "FPS" modes have an identical slight shift towards the cool side due to the mentioned rise of the blue channel, while the gaming preset "RTS" maintains overall linearity despite the software palette correction.

The monitor demonstrates a high level of factory settings: even specialized presets do not have critical failures, and the channel behavior remains stable. This is an excellent result for a universal model in the budget segment.

Gamma

Gamma curves chart in the "Standard" profile

Gamma curves chart in the "Foto" profile

Gamma curves chart in the "Cinema" profile

Gamma curves chart in the "FPS" profile

Gamma curves chart in the "RTS" profile

All profiles demonstrate an exceptionally smooth gamma curve shape — without breaks, dips, or channel desynchronization. The average gamma value stays within 2.04–2.05, which is only slightly below the reference 2.2. The channels are consistent, and the lines run closely and parallel, ensuring a stable curve shape and smooth halftone rendering without losing details in shadows or highlights.

The profile closest to the reference is "Foto" — its curves are maximally close to the reference 2.2. The "Standard," "Cinema," and "FPS" modes have a similar linear structure with a slight shift towards the cool side due to the blue channel rise, while the "RTS" preset completely repeats the overall geometry without artificial brightness distortions.

No profile shows critical deviations. All curves are smooth and coherent, without sharp channel stratification or aggressive mid-tone highlighting, which is often found in inexpensive displays. Overall, the gamma curve shape confirms the high level of factory settings aimed at controlled brightness gradient transmission.

Contrast stability and brightness range

Among all profiles, the most balanced was the "Standard" mode, so it was taken as the basis for further calibration.

The brightness range covers values from 30 to 345 cd/m², providing versatility for work in different conditions. The minimum brightness is quite high, so for night work, it is advisable to use the monitor with background lighting behind the screen. The maximum brightness of 345 cd/m² is sufficient for comfortable work during the day, although it may be borderline in direct sunlight.

Contrast remains stable across the entire adjustment range, fluctuating between 851:1 and 883:1. Although the passport 1000:1 is not achieved in this case, the contrast change line is practically straight, without dips at low backlight levels. This indicates a high-quality implementation of hardware brightness control without losing black field depth.

Monitor calibration

CIE diagrams of the calibrated profile for sRGB and Adobe RGB spaces

Diagram of primary colors and shades deviation from references in the calibrated profile

RGB levels chart of the calibrated profile

Gamma curves chart in the calibrated profile

The file with the corresponding parameters is available at this link. The obtained results before and after hardware calibration are summarized in the table.

Profiles	"Standard"	Calibrated
Brightness by OSD, %	80	19
White field brightness, cd/m2	295.8	105.7
Black field brightness, cd/m2	0.3374	0.1163
Contrast ratio	877:1	909:1
Color temperature of white point, K	6880	6665
sRGB color gamut coverage, %	96.5	96.8
Adobe RGB color gamut coverage, %	70.8	71.0
DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, %	76.5	76.7
sRGB color gamut volume, %	108.7	108.9
DCI-P3 color gamut volume, %	74.9	75.0
Adobe RGB color gamut volume, %	77.0	77.1
Average deviation dE*00 (∆E)	0.27	0.29
Maximum deviation dE*00 (∆E)	1.23	1.31
Average gamma	2.05	2.05
Power consumption, W	47.1	29.2