What does the suffix x indicate in the model names of HP 224x and HP Z27x Z displays?

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• ADreamColor
• BCMYK compatibility
• CThunderbolt
• DDisplay Port 1.1

• A
  2% (1)
• B
  2% (1)
• C
  90% (46)
• D
  6% (3)

Explanation

In HP's display naming convention, the x suffix specifically denotes Thunderbolt connectivity, meaning displays like the HP Z27x include a Thunderbolt port for high-speed data transfer and daisy-chaining.

Why the distractors are wrong:

• A (DreamColor) is HP's branding for wide color gamut professional displays, but it's represented by the "DreamColor" label in the product name, not an "x" suffix.
• B (CMYK compatibility) is not tied to any HP model suffix; color space support is typically described in the display's specifications, not encoded in the name.
• D (DisplayPort 1.1) is a standard feature on many HP monitors and would not warrant a special letter designation - Thunderbolt is the more notable/premium connectivity worth calling out.

Memory tip: Think of the x as standing for eXtra connectivity - Thunderbolt is the premium port that goes beyond standard video connections, making "x" a fitting shorthand for that premium Thunderbolt feature.

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