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Gigabyte M27Q Review

True Score

78
81
5

Experts

88
6,565

Consumers

Expert Rankings

Wide viewing angles, good color gamut and accuracy, fast response time, and refresh rate were all praised by reviewers. Critics recommend the monitor for fast and fluid gaming. It has poor HDR, no local dimming, and a low contrast ratio.

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Overview

The Gigabyte M27Q is the brand’s mid-level model released in 2020. Thanks to its excellent color gamut and high resolution, it promises to deliver a sharper picture than other mid-level models. It also boasts a higher refresh rate than its competitor, the LG 27GL850-B, at 170 Hz. It’s an excellent monitor for those needing a monitor for both multimedia projects and gaming. In addition, the Gigabyte M27Q has excellent SDR peak brightness, a fantastic stand and build quality and a good selection of ports. Keep reading our Gigabyte M27Q review, and don’t forget to check out the best-rated computer monitors available now.

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our Verdict

The Gigabyte M27Q has got it all – wide viewing angles, accurate colors, a fast response time and refresh rate. It’s the perfect choice for gamers who want a smooth and lightning-fast experience. The only downside is that it doesn’t have the best HDR, no local dimming, and a low contrast ratio.

True Score

78

Reasons to Buy

  • Wide Viewing Angles
  • Fantastic Color Gamut and Accuracy
  • Great Response Time
  • High Refresh Rate

Reasons to Avoid

  • HDR is Lackluster
  • No Local Dimming
  • Low Contrast Ratio

Specifications

Display TypeLCD
HDMI Inputs2
HDR FormatYes
Max Resolution2560 x 1440
Panel TypeIPS
Refresh Rate170 Hz
Response Time0.5 ms
Screen size27"
Sync TechnologySync TechnologyAMD FreeSync

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Score Card

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Expert Score

81

*.75

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Customer Score

88

*.25

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True Score

78

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Expert Score Breakdown

  • Rtings
    A

    Trust Score

    77
    The Gigabyte M27Q is a very capable and speedy gaming monitor with few flaws. Though… read more

    By:

    Rob Shafer
  • PC Mag
    D

    Trust Score

    80
    Gigabyte’s M27Q X doesn’t look like much out of the box, but this 1440p/240Hz IPS… read more

    By:

    Zackery Cuevas
  • Tom’s Hardware
    D

    Trust Score

    80
    Gigabyte’s M27Q X, an excellent 1440p gaming monitor with a high 240Hz refresh rate, should… read more

    By:

    Christian Eberle
  • PCWorld
    F

    Trust Score

    80
    The Gigabyte M27Q-P offers an immersive image quality thanks to its 1440p resolution and IPS… read more

    By:

    Matthew S. Smith
  • Display Ninja
    F

    Trust Score

    88
    The Gigabyte M27Q is excellent for gaming. It has exceptional response time, low input lag,… read more

    By:

    Alexander Tozzi

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