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Medion Signium 27 S1 gets the basics right
Medion’s 27-inch all-in-one delivers solid everyday performance and upgradeable internals at a sensible price, but the display, speakers, and bundled peripherals disappoint.
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Medion’s Signium 27 S1 is a budget 27-inch all-in-one PC that mostly succeeds on price. Starting at $875 / £649 (around AU$1,250), it offers enough performance for web browsing, office work, and video calls, while keeping the clean, compact look buyers expect from an AIO system.
But TechRadar’s review makes clear this is not a standout machine. The display, speakers, and bundled keyboard and mouse all fall short, which limits its appeal as an entertainment system or a polished iMac alternative.
Medion, a German electronics brand now owned by Lenovo, has long focused on value hardware, and that’s the clearest pitch here. TechRadar says the Signium 27 S1 is decent value for money, especially for buyers who want a straightforward desktop for everyday use rather than demanding creative or gaming workloads.
Price, specs, and availability
The Signium 27 S1 is available now in the US, UK, and Australia, though regional configurations differ. TechRadar’s review unit used an Intel Core 7 240H, while the base model uses an Intel Core 5 210H.
Key specs include:
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- 27-inch 1080p IPS display at 60Hz
- 1TB M.2 SSD as standard
- 16GB DDR5 RAM on the base model, 32GB DDR5 on the review unit
- Integrated Intel Arc Graphics
- Wi‑Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3
- 1080p webcam with privacy shutter
- Ports including 2x USB-C, 4x USB-A, Ethernet, HDMI-in, and HDMI-out
TechRadar notes that the closest comparison is the HP OmniStudio X, which costs $830 for a 27-inch 1080p model with an Intel Core Ultra 5 chip. In the US, the HP system is described as the better buy thanks to slightly better performance and build quality, while Medion looks more competitive in Europe and Australia.
One complication: in the US and Australia, the PC is sold exclusively through Aldi, so pricing can vary by store. In the UK, it is available through Amazon and Medion’s website.
Build quality and performance limits
The Signium 27 S1 gets points for easy assembly, slim bezels, and a useful trick uncommon at this price: it can function as a stand-alone monitor via HDMI-in. It is also upgradeable, with access to the RAM and SSD behind the back panel.
Still, the hardware feels cheaper than it looks. TechRadar calls out spongy buttons, a mostly plastic build, and a stand with only limited tilt adjustment, with no height or rotation changes.
The 27-inch 1080p panel is described as fine for office work, helped by a solid anti-glare coating and 400 nits of brightness, but underwhelming for gaming or movies due to average color reproduction and lack of HDR. TechRadar also found that raising refresh rate to 73.5Hz drops the resolution to 720p, making 60Hz the practical limit.
The bundled keyboard and mouse, styled to resemble Apple’s accessories, are another weak point. TechRadar says they look better than they feel and will likely be the first things many buyers replace.
On performance, benchmark results show a system that is capable but modest:
- GeekBench 6: 2,409 single-core, 10,227 multi-core
- 3DMark Fire Strike: 4,337
- 3DMark Time Spy: 1,617
- 3DMark Night Raid: 16,686
- CrossMark Overall: 1,540
- Sid Meier’s Civilization VI: Gathering Storm at 1080p High: 16 fps
For everyday productivity, TechRadar says the PC felt responsive and handled a standard work week without issues. But gaming and creative work are a stretch. The review specifically says Cyberpunk 2077 ran very poorly, and Canva and Photoshop began to struggle when projects involved many layers.
Audio is another clear weakness. The integrated speakers are described as weak, tinny, and unsuitable for much beyond basic video playback.
TechRadar gave the system 4/5 for value, 3.5/5 for design, 3/5 for performance, and an overall score of 3.5/5.
The verdict is straightforward: if you want an affordable AIO for office tasks and light home use, the Medion Signium 27 S1 does enough. If you care about premium build quality, strong audio, or heavier workloads, TechRadar says to look elsewhere.
Computing Editor
Tomas lives in the terminal. He covers chips, laptops, and operating systems with a focus on performance and efficiency. He reads kernel changelogs the way other people read fiction, and he's always on the hunt for the perfect mechanical keyboard switch. If it processes data, Tomas has an opinion on it.
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