Gigabyte M27Q Review - 1440p Jack of All Trades
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A review of the Gigabyte M27Q. A budget-oriented 27" 170Hz WQHD (1440p) IPS gaming monitor with Adaptive-Sync and height-adjustable stand. Refer to the written piece for further analysis and information on supporting our work.
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Introduction= 0:00
Features & Aesthetics= 2:43
Contrast= 7:42
Colour reproduction= 12:36
HDR (High Dynamic Range)= 18:17
Responsiveness (General)= 27:35
Responsiveness (Adaptive-Sync)= 33:37
Conclusion= 38:51 - วิทยาศาสตร์และเทคโนโลยี
Introduction= 0:00
Features & Aesthetics= 2:43
Contrast= 7:42
Colour reproduction= 12:36
HDR (High Dynamic Range)= 18:17
Responsiveness (General)= 27:35
Responsiveness (Adaptive-Sync)= 33:37
Conclusion= 38:51
Picked up this monitor today, it's insane coming from 60hz !!!!!!!!
wow - of the 20 review of this monitor I've seen you've been absolutely the most useful
My reviews reward patient people like you with unique information and detail. 😉
wow when you read through the written review and video review its endless knowledge, Thank you soo much!!
Keep up the good work!
You did a great job, I was hesitating between this monitor and the Q32QC and I finally decided to take this IPS one because I was fearing that the ghosting of the VA one could possibly pose a problem even for someone like me who never had something else than a basic office monitor, I got it two days ago and I am really satisfied, thanks for the help aswell as I thank Hardware Unboxed for their own review too.
Any problems with the monitor over time?
A really good comprehensive review! Also since this video was posted Xbox has done a number of updates for some monitors. 1440/120 now works with the Series X console.
@@neuralismgamingtv4511 are you using the Xbox HDMI or the one from the monitor? Did you also had to reset the Xbox after you updated the monitor? Some people said that needs to be done idk
I bought this as a cheap monitor just to get me by, I had an odyssey g9 (2 if you count the one I returned) but it gave me so many headaches and issues that i decided to sell it with all the flickering and scanlines. I'm going to wait until monitors that do proper HDR become mainstream before dropping a large amount of coin on a screen. This m27q impressed me with its performance and feature set. Mine was perfect out of the box no weird anomalies, minimal light bleed no stuck pixels. A real no brainier for the price.
I'm coming from the written review. Just want to say I appreciate you noting the issues with contrast and IPS-glow in this type of display. As someone that just recently upgraded to a modern IPS panel from a decade old monitor, excepting to be blown away, I was astounded by how bad the image was for dark scenes. There was no detail in the shade. This was a 27GL83A. I was especially surprised because none of the reviews I saw called it out. The contrast ratio was noted to be fairly low, but no one made a big deal out of what to me was basically unacceptable performance. I didn't understand how it could be so widely recommended.
I replaced the LG with the M27Q, among other things, because of the improved contrast ratio. As you note in the review, it's still not great. However at this price range, I think it's a sufficient improvement, especially with some adjustments when playing games. The BGR subpixel layout font problems can be annoying, though.
Anyway, great in-depth review.
(And I appreciate the ICC profiles, even though I know it's something you're not really supposed to use without your own calibration. I've been having issues with oversaturation that your sRGB ICC might help with).
Thats the main reason i haven't replaced my 144hz 1080p TN monitor. Yeah newer monitors are slightly better in some ways but they still have trash contrast ratio, similar response times (or worse), and the only real improvements would be resolution, colors and viewing angles.
The monitor market kind of sucks all things considered.
I do wish we had the contrast ratio of old CRT monitors still, but OLED’s seem to be making it back to that level of blacks.
I made the change from an old TN panel to an IPS back in 2015 for a 1080p 60hz IPS 24” and it was $150 back then. Once I used an IPS display I couldn’t go back, having a viewing angle not look bad from sitting anywhere (more important the larger a monitor gets too), it was nice for watching movies with my gf at the time From a nearby bed.
Now I don’t worry about that anymore since I’m married but having proper colors and response times on par with TN, there’s just never a reason to use TN anymore now that IPS panels are so dang good.
I do still wish I could go back to my old CRT monitors I got rid of though.
Kleine Channels sind entweder schlecht oder etwas zu ausführlich, sodass man es sich nicht zur Unterhaltung anguckt. Ich guck solche Videos nicht der Unterhaltung wegen, sondern um zu überlegen, was ich kaufen soll. Dieser Channel ist definitiv das zweite, sehr ausführlich und informativ. I love it.
Danke! 🙂
I recently picked up the curved screen version of this monitor. I'm quite happy with it. It came bundled with a Gigabyte 3070 for $599.99
Dang that’s a great price
Thank you for sharing meaning beyond terms, not like most reviews: "oh, it's hdr400, deal with it, next!".
thanks a lot for suggesting the bias lighting thing, never knew about it.
nice review.
Hi, first of All, great review, tons of information and detail, especially in the written review and this one combined. Outstanding work, even compared to Hardware Unboxed, which I already considered very impressive. I just have a question related to the backlight bleeding, as this will be my first serious gaming monitor and I don't really have any comparison. So how bad is it compared to other IPS monitors and how big of a factor is it considering IPS glow will be there anyways. Thanks up front, and keep up the excellent work.
(also I've read some rumors about blb getting better over time, as the panel warms up and some pressure from assembly and the frame is relieved, have you had any such experiences?)
I appreciate the kind words. Backlight bleed varies between units, it is no worse on this model than average and some are better units than others in that respect. I agree that, even if backlight bleed or clouding is very low, you'll have 'IPS glow' to contend with. And yes - backlight bleed can reduce somewhat over time as things 'settle'.
@@PCMonitors Nun, dann noch einmal vielen Dank für die schnelle Antwort! Ich weiß jetzt jedenfalls wo ich suchen werden, sollte ich mal wieder einen neuen Monitor benötigen oder wen ich meinen Freunden und Bekannten weiterempfehlen werde. ^^
Danke! :)
cant wait for the fi27qx review.
Excellent Review
The overshoot using the 'Balance' setting wasn't captured well. Definitely more noticeable to the eye, will try to use a different example in future as it's often hard to see on that scene. 🙂
UK accent adds even more points to the professionalism of this video. Top notch
After some deliberation I'm considering buying one of these. I could probably settle for something very cheap given I'm upgrading from an old 21.5 1080p TN, but figured I should go for good value. Thanks for providing such comprehensive and honest reviews!
I think you'll absolutely love the monitor coming from that. It will be a huge upgrade in so many ways - great value for money.
thx for the great review as always
does bgr affect in game text? like settings menu or games with lots of small readable texts or small details like in Baldur’s Gate and these types of games
also does it affect videos or movies subtitles?
This is covered in the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration. "Whilst mild fringing could be seen in places for similar reasons in games and movies, nothing jumped out at us in such situations. And we certainly don’t feel the BGR subpixel layout, specifically, had a significant impact there. Remember that games and video content are not optimised for any particular subpixel layout and BGR is not uncommon on TVs. The overall conclusion here is that most people won’t notice these fringing issues or find them bothersome if they do."
So basically - it isn't something to worry about. Most text in games or movies would look imperceptibly different vs. a standard RGB monitor. Just like a lot of text on the desktop (following ClearType correction) does.
@@PCMonitors ok thx.....btw the lg 27gl850-b is cheaper by around 20$ in my country is better to get it or the m27q worth the the extra 20$?
My recommendation is clear - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/gaming-monitors/ (also read accompanying post linked to there - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/wide-gamut-144hz-1440p-models/#post-63190 ).
very helpful to me
Nice video! This is innolux panel? What is difference the Ad27qd ? Colours, contrast etc?
As covered (especially in the written review), it uses a Sharp panel. I specifically compare to the Innolux panels in the responsiveness section and conclusion of the video review. The BenQ EX2780Q is used as an example there as it's the main model with Innolux panel I recommend. It offers superior pixel overdrive tuning to the AD27QD. Further recommended reading - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/.
Nice video. It would be great to see Dell s3221qs review.
I give my two cents on that model in this thread - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/best-32-4k-options/page/10/#post-63126. It's essentially a slightly slower version of the Philips 328E1CA we recommend with a less curved screen. So I see the Philips as a superior product and I'm not really interested in fully reviewing the Dell. Depends what you want from a monitor really, it's not a bad screen.
Great review and I can confirm that it works perfectly with the XBox Series X at 1440p, 120Hz and VRR.
But unfortunately I struggle with the BGR sub-pixels, can't seem to get my text to render properly.
Text on Windows I assume? All you can really do is optimise Clear Type as guided in the review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration. If you're sensitive to the remaining issues that's unfortunate and nothing you can really do except hope you get used to how text appears.
How did you get 1440p and 120 because mine doesn’t let me switch it to 1440p.
@@simonkatz5056 you need to make a software update on the monitor. I had the same issue but after the update I was able to use 1440p 120fps ln the series X.
@@HDav-hl9dvhow do you update the monitor?
Hey Love this monitor and BGR issue is solvable by using firefox instead google which respects cleartype, but im really worried about Gigabytes quality control about dead pixels.. Did you find defective pixels on your panel? Maybe im looking too deep into it, but saw a lot of reviews about it and tbh i doubt buying other brands gives less chance of a dead pixel. Some were mentiong dark vertical lines which is interlace artifacts but seems every high refresh rate monitor has them. Also love how you reply to every comment lol.
You're correct, Gigabyte monitors like this are no more prone to such issues than others. I've received a lot of positive feedback on this one. People are more likely to post negatie things or share problems than good experiences unfortunately. And given the price of this one it's a popular choice, so plenty of negative feedback to be seen.
'Interlace pattern artifacts' are covered in our written reviews, no other reviewer I'm aware of does this. They were only really noticeable (and even then, not everyone would) at relatively low refresh rates on this one - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Interlace_pattern_artifacts.
No dead pixels for me. Maybe I never noticed the BGR issue with web browsers because I’ve been using Firefox instead of Chrome this entire time haha
Great review mate. I'm considering this and a friend of mine working in Gigabyte says it's available in India and can be arranged for me. I just have to pick it up myself from the warehouse.
- Gaming wise I think I'm set.
- But my main concern is office work. Mainly I've to focus on a lot of numbers and text in MS Excel, so, would the BGR be an issue even after the cleartype fix you mentioned?
I suppose i could use my old BenQ XL2420Z for office use but I want to use it in portrait mode and want M27Q as my dedicated work+gaming monitor.
Any feedback would be much appreciated.
I can't add any more on the 'fringing' issues, it's covered comprehensively in the written review and I state I see it as a minor issue that most won't find bothersome - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration.
@@PCMonitors Cheers, Adam. Went ahead and bought it just now. Super excited to upgrade from BenQ - XL2420Z.
@@Dreadknight_Gaming Hey, I'm also planning on buying this monitor, but it's just not available in my region anywhere i,e India (mumbai).
Will you help me out , where did you ordered this monitor from ? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
thx for the video/infos. Can I use the KVM with 2 PCs, connected on the 2 HDMIs... and where would I connect the usb ofr mouse and keyboard? Only type-c and the SS work for that?
KVM functionality is covered in the OSD video - th-cam.com/video/ozY0yICZgqw/w-d-xo.html. The mouse and keyboard attach to the USB-A ports (they are downstream). You then would need to connect USB-B ('SS' / upstream) to one system and USB-C (upstream) to the other. And for your display signals, you can connect both systems up both via HDMI if you wish.
Great review as always! Can you help me to choose between this two: Acer Nitro XV272UPbmiiprzx or Gigabyte M27Q?
Sure. The M27Q is faster due to its higher refresh rate and superior pixel responsiveness, with lower overshoot at lower refresh rates as well. It's also a bit more vibrant overall due to its wider colour gamut - plus the Acer sometimes has issues with its gamma calibration. The M27Q is the one I'd recommend out of those two.
First of all thank you for fast reply < 3
Just sended back the Acer XV253QP model due the 4 big spots of backlightbleed. Im gonna use this model only for xbox series x.
Lot of YT reviews say, the Nitro XV272 UP with innolux panel is great. But i gonna stick with your proffesional information and get a M27Q.
Thanks for the review , I currently own aoc24g2sp and I'm thinking of moving to 2k 27 ,from your experience how big of a jump is TO 1440p in terms of image quality and sharpness ? How much is better in percentage do you think ?
You can't quantify it like that, it's too subjective and depends on viewing distance and eyesight as well as how you perceive things. I find it to be a huge upgrade though, I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
Wow this monitor is sick
As of firmware version F02 (user can upgrade using PC and OSD Sidekick software if required), the monitor will work at 1440p 120Hz (with FreeSync) on the Xbox Series X and S - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/monitors-for-ps5-and-xbox-series-x/page/8/#post-63671.
This monitor has a lot going for it. I wanted an ultrawide but considering this since it's often on sale under 300.
The bgr does have me worried, alongside typical ips issues. Low contrast, blb, glow etc.
The BGR shouldn't be a cause for concern, as covered in the review and also forum it's only a minority of users who take issue with it. A generally vocal one. forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/making-sense-of-the-current-27-1440p-144hz-ips-segment/#post-65206
I see you like the Gigabyte Monitors. Two of them are in the recommandations list. What you think of the 4K versions? The M28U and M32U? HDMI 2.1. is there for the PS5. When playing in 4K on the PS5 it mostly will be limited to 60hz anyway but I guess I will have a little bit better SDR Picture and better responsiveness as with the Philips 288E2UAE? Any tips? Also I think for the HDMI 2.1. monitors the Gigabytes have an acceptable price.
I like specific monitors from many brands. I'm definitely a fan of the price to performance ratio of many of Gigabyte's recent offerings. The M28U and M32U are also good examples. They offer similar performance to (and use the same panel as) models which cost a fair bit more and don't do much to justify that. The stand design is pretty basic (same as M27Q and M32Q) and doesn't feel as premium as it could. But the core performance is strong for the price in my view. The M28U has the same overshoot issues as the others using the panel we've reviewed, refer to this thread - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/28-144hz-4k-models-including-xv282k-kv-and-vg28uql1a/ . It does not perform well at 60Hz because of this in my view. The M32U can be setup to perform well at 60Hz, pretty similar in that respect to the 288E2UAE and offering similar picture quality overall. A touch more vibrant due to a slightly wider gamut. But you pay for the extra refresh rate and size there, not any particular advantage in picture quality or 60Hz responsiveness.
@@PCMonitors man, thank you so much for these detailed Infos. Then the M28U is out of my head now. So actually now after much searching and reading. I want to go with the M32U and have the smaller brother also in mind (M32Q) and the Philips. And in a little corner of my head there is still the BenQ EW3280U because I took that wrong with the sensor. It was HDRi and it seems like I can turn that off. For a good picture quality 🧐 all will probably deliver and maybe I just should flips some coins or so. 😅
Sad the lack of local dimming in monitors, even large zones with minimal coverage can be really effective as displayed by Sony on much larger displays
I agree. I like to see at least some degree of local dimming. Even something simple (8-16 zones) can help give a situational edge in contrast, so can be useful to have.
Thanks for mentioning the bgr, stuff. Question do you think you could run this as a main monitor and have a secondary rgb monitor with a windows install? Seems some people have been having issues with this. Also between this and the g27q which would you go for?
You can calibrate per monitor using ClearType. I've addressed this comparison here - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/m27q-vs-g27q-anti-glare/#post-63622. Basically the M27Q is faster and has better tuned pixel responses, that's the main thing I'd focus on and why I'd recommend it over the G27Q.
@@PCMonitors yeah but windows can only have one cleartype setting so if you have an RGB and bgr monitor it might not look right
No, that's not true. You select the screen you want the ClearType optimisations to apply to - www.digitalcitizen.life/cleartype-text-tuner-windows-10/.
@@PCMonitors hmm okay thanks I was getting conflicting information. Do you think it's worth the £350 then?
It should be clear that I do from the review and the wrap-up given in the conclusion. And the fact it was awarded a 'Recommended badge' in the written review.
Would you say that when using the monitor around 60-70 cd/m², backlight bleeding is noticeable? I usually use fairly low brightness levels and never really had a problem with BLB.
It would certainly reduce it. But whether it can be noticed depends on your lighting environment, the content you're viewing, your light sensitivity and your own unit.
Hi, nice vid
I have a question, between this gigabyte model and the AOC CQ27G2, which one would you choose? I'm planning to use it on an Xbox series x and I was a little afraid of buying the gigabyte because of some redditors with huge ips glow on their monitors, but then I saw a smearing problem with the AOC one (kinda expected because of the VA panel), so I'm not sure which one is better
Thanks
Apples and oranges, depends on your own preferences but my recommendation is clear - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/gaming-monitors/.
@@PCMonitors thanks man, I guess I'll get the gigabyte because i found it with a cheaper price than usual in my country and it has better features than the AOC one
Im really confused what to buy🤦🏽♂️
What can you recommend to me?
The LG 27gl850 or the Gigabyte M27q?
Thank you so much!
I only recommend one of those models, you should find this helpful - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/#post-63190.
Hello Pc Monitors, the video is very interesting, it helps me a lot. I am evaluating buying this monitor, the only doubt I have is that it does not appear in the official list of the Nvidia page as compatible, after buying the screen I plan to buy the Nvidia 3060, and I do not know anything about the configuration, my question is if there would be compatibility problems and if it is easy to configure? Thanks in advance for your answers.
As covered in the review it works just fine with 'G-SYNC Compatible'. I tested it extensively and user feedback since the review echoes this. Plenty of models work flawlessly in this way without being certified as such - there would be no reason I could see why this model would fail the testing procedure, but Nvidia doesn't test every model and I think they need a 'nudge' from the monitor manufacturer to even do this testing. Gigabyte generally reserves that for their AORUS models, probably as a marketing point they can use to distinguish them from the cheaper 'M' models.
Let me again stress that the BGR subpixel and associated 'fringing' issues are covered in detail in the written review. As I highlight in this video and in the written review, it's a non-issue for most people, but subjective. It's not a good reason to avoid even giving the monitor a chance and trying it for yourself - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration.
Ok, big thanks for sharing your opinion about this :(
It is indeed a shame RGB wasn't used. The 'fringing' issues can really bug some people. But most people don't even notice any issues at all or if they do don't really see them as a problem. I've communicated with many people about this, not just with this model but others where similar issues ally. So I'm confident in using the word "most" there. And it isn't related to eyesight, it's just one of those things!
I've been trying to find an affordable monitor that would be well suited for graphic design work (so accurate colors), but also with a high refresh rate. It's frustrating - monitors are usually focused only on one or the other, never both. But this seems to be the best option that I've come across. Do you think it would be suitable for color-related design work?
Certainly, it's one of those rare models that really ticks the boxes of strong Adobe RGB coverage and good gaming performance.
why does my monitor release buzzing sound if I put 170 hz. it fades away if put it at 144hz????
What do you think about the Aorus FI27Q-P compared to this one in terms of fast response for fast games like CS:GO.
generelly i would go with the FI27Q-P because it is better equipped, but i am awared, that it could be to slow?
Looking for an answer
This model is faster, that comparison is specifically drawn in the review (look at the pursuit photos in the written review and commentary there, for example - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Responsiveness ) . The FI27Q-P doesn't really offer much above the M27Q aside from a more premium stand design and some (frankly useless) RGB LEDs at the rear. Neither model offers a 'proper' HDR experience, colour reproduction and contrast is largely comparable. Responsiveness and price are probably the key differentiators you should focus on and that clearly favours the M27Q.
@@PCMonitors Thanks for the fast respond!
But anyways, would you recommend to get the FI27Q-P or do you think this one is not worth the price, just let me know what u think.
Maybe even the non P model, which is a bit cheaper? recommendation or not?
i checked the review on Rtings.com for the FI27Q, which was not that bad.. but still not sure to go with the FI27Q or the P or even the fastest M27Q
I think I was pretty clear in my response that I feel the M27Q is the better offering, but if English isn't your native language perhaps this didn't come across. :) Unless you are really drawn to the premium stand of the FI27Q-P or RGB LEDs at the rear then the M27Q is the better option to try out.
I'm surprised by this to be honest. I've always heard a bit of mixed results with Gigabyte monitors. But for 299-310 price range this seems to be quite a good deal.
this is the Sharp LQ270T1JG06 igzo version
Hi! I am interested in buying this model but before I do so, is there a better option (overall) in today's market within the same price range? I will be using the monitor for watching movies, vide/photo editing and gaming (not too competitive)
PC specs: RTX2060 6GB, Ryzen 7 2700x, 16GB RAM
I am at below $400 budget so the monitors I am considering:
[HP X27Q 2K HDR Gaming Monitor - 27" QHD 1440P IPS | 165hz]
[LG 27UL550 - 4k HDR10]
[Gigabyte M27Q 27" KVM FreeSync 170Hz QHD HDR IPS ]
Please let me know if you have any recommendations. Thanks!
In my view the Gigabyte is still the one to go for, which is why I recommend it so heavily - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/gaming-monitors/. And certainly above the models with LG Nano IPS models as their contrast is noticeably weaker in comparison.
hi, what can you say about the BGR text issue? is it noticable? i really want to buy this model but those comments from users are making me think twice.
Covered in detail in the written review. Non-issue for most people, but subjective. Not a good reason to avoid even giving the monitor a chance and trying it for yourself - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration.
torn between this M27Q and the M32Q, most reviewers are favorable toward the 27 but i've been unable to find any in-depth reviews for the 32" version. Would love any thoughts/considerations as right now the only real difference seems to be size, BRG vs RBG, and $100
The M32Q is quite different actually, but I recommend both models depending on your own size preferences. The colour gamut isn't as wide (but still quite wide - for decent saturation and vibrancy) and responsiveness is a bit stronger for higher refresh rates. At least if you switch to its 'Balance' overdrive setting - which unlike on the M27Q is actually useable without insane levels of overshoot. It's also Eyesafe certified, which could potentially improve viewing comfort due to the shifted peak of blue light. It's covered a bit here - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/32-inch-1440p-high-refresh-ips-panel-options/. I'm considering adding it to the 'Gaming Recommendations' section of the site as well, it is a model I find myself recommending to people quite a lot and they're usually happy with it.
@@PCMonitors woah thanks for the detailed reply! The KVM switch on both these models is what interests me most as working from home seems to be the future now so I'm going for a full upgrade. Thanks again for all the great info!!
I'm not quite sure wether to go with this one or the LG 27GL850. I've heard lots of good and bad stuff about the LG, so not sure if this would be the better option, and/or if you have any other recommendation for a good color accurate and casual gaming +/- 400euro monitor? Advice would be much appreciated :)
You should find this thread helpful - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/.
@@PCMonitors Although helpful, all of those monitors unfortunately sit some bit above my price range (in The Netherlands). I can only afford up to 400euros. Appreciate the help though :) Your reviews are by far the best i've seen on youtube
Amongst others, the thread covers the LG 27GL850 and M27Q. See this post, specifically - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/#post-63190. A bit surprising the EX2780Q is beyond your budget, but local pricing can be weird.
@@PCMonitors Oh, sorry, guess I didnt read corrently. Thanks a lot!
@@PCMonitors Sorry to bother you again. Just found the EX2780Q for a price almost the same as the M27Q. Would you recommend the EX2780Q more for color accurate work? I have read the thread, but I'm not that familiar with all the technical terms
While using this monitor with my Series X I noticed each time I open a new game or application the brightness resets back to 100. Do you happen to know the cause of this? Also great video btw, you covered so much!
That might be because the console is switching between SDR and HDR which have separate associated settings. If you change brightness under HDR it should still be remembered for next time it's running HDR, if I recall correctly. Certainly for SDR. If that's not the case, make sure you're using one of the fully customisable presets such as the 'Custom' ones.
@@PCMonitors Thank you very much for taking the time to reply! I'll make some changes today and see if that helps 🤞🏻
Would you happen to know if the monitor can do adaptive sync via the USB C port? (I have the monitor, but sadly atm not a card that can use FreeSync).
In theory it should work as it supports DP Alt Mode. Unfortunately my system doesn't have USB-C so I can't test. Maybe somebody else can confirm.
@@PCMonitors Thanks a bunch for responding.
I just want to add a notice, M27Q works perfectly fine with Xbox one X/ Series S/ X 1440p 120Hz. New update (f02) from Gigabyte fixed that problem. < 3
Thanks for confirming! Odd that they don't mention that as something the F02 version fixes and only state:
"Update include:
1. Add notice message for new EU energy policy. "
But wonderful news that they added this much more important 'stealth fix' as well.
And does FreeSync work at the same time?
@@PCMonitors
In the menu, Variable Refresh Rate is also checked, so it must work.
Big thanks to you my friend, with choosing a right panel
@@CarkooNtheGoD did you have to hard reset the Xbox after updating the monitor? Some people stated that on some forums. And did you use the hdmi from the xbox or the one from the monitor itself? Im going to buy this monitor for the Series X so it would be nice to know
I have 3 monitors in mind which is this one the lg 27gn850b and the samsung g7. For ps5 and pc which one would you recommend?
I only recommend one of those - this Gigabyte. The 27GN850 has significantly weaker contrast with only a slender pixel response advantage. The Odyssey G7 model is comparing apples to oranges and depends how much you prefer contrast and a strong curve over a flat screen with more vibrant and consistent colour output. The Samsung also has some weaknesses in pixel responsiveness for dark shades that are more significant than on this Gigabyte, but it is still fast overall. And there's the 240Hz capability which could be useful if you play competitively at high frame rates on the PC.
Yeah then i should get this one the g7 is £180 more than this gigabyte one, just another thing does it work on ps5 1080p 120hz and 4k 60hz? I also saw the review on text im concerned as im typing all the time. Great review btw. Keep up the good work.
Don't see why not. It lists '1080p' @120Hz in the 'TV' resolution section of the monitor's EDID - which is required for the PS5 to 'see' it. And 3840 x 2160 @60Hz is also listed there (downsampling mode). You can see this in the written review at the end of the 'Features & aesthetics' section - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Features_and_aesthetics.
Regarding the 'fringing' issues, it's again not something most users will notice. It doesn't matter if you type a lot, I've already received plenty of positive feedback from programmers who don't find it bothersome. And I'd include myself there as I spend a lot of time looking at text. Even though I clearly notice the issue and wanted to highlight it in the review, it doesn't bother me. The Samsung has its own issues if you're on the desktop, such as the strong curve being potentially annoying, a somewhat grainy screen surface and 'static interlace artifacts' at 240Hz. All of which I find more bothersome, personally. We cover these in our review of the AOC PD27, which uses a similar panel (pcmonitors.info/reviews/aoc-pd27/ ).
What about playing movies and graphics design on this monitor? Also doing some blogs related to photos and sceneries with this monitor and some casual gaming with my xbox series s console. Would you recommend this?
General desktop usage, movies and games are covered in the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/. I think it's a good overall choice for such uses, unless you wish to put it beside a different monitor as the BGR subpixel layout can be a particular pain in that case. It's generally not something I'd worry about if this is your only monitor or if you're using a multi-display setup with only M27Qs.
@@PCMonitors I am primary going to use for casual gaming and watching movies. And sometimes I will work and edit photos and images and publish it on Blogs and Facebook because I do lots of photography. Other than that I have no other use. My main goal is to have a decent 27inch budget 2k Monitor other than any TV or other costly 2k gaming monitors in the market. But I am worried about its durability and negative reviews on Reddit. So far your in-depth review was pretty good which I watched yesterday on my old Asus Full HD IPS Monitor which I was using it for 5 years. But I am worried about Gigabyte's QC as well. Some reported vertical bars and black light bleeding after using 1 week or 2. So do you still recommend it? I have gone through your long article by the way
Quite frankly the QC of most modern monitors is questionable. You are never guaranteed perfection. I would say this one is perhaps a bit below average, but that's why you should purchase it from somewhere with a good returns policy (or depending where you live, be aware of your consumer rights of rejection). Depending on budget you should consider the MSI MAG274QRF-QD we recommend as an alternative - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/gaming-monitors/. Plenty of reading on these two and related models on our forum - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/making-sense-of-the-current-27-1440p-144hz-ips-segment/page/4/#post-69231.
@@PCMonitors thanks a million for showing me the right path. I will go through your articles tonight. It's true after 2019, these branded electronics started to lose their build quality and durability sadly probably due to COVID-19 and war crisis in Ukraine.
Hi!
I am between this monitor and the BenQ EX2780Q.
Which do you think is the best option? The price is almost the same right now.
Thank you
They're both good, with slightly different strengths and shall we say 'flexibilities'. Plenty of enjoyment to be had from either option - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/#post-63190.
i prefer this one
Good afternoon, thanks for the review, I would like to ask you, in this monitor the matte coating does not create a grainy effect, compared to the anti-glare coating? And in general, is it possible to take a monitor, and what are the alternatives, thanks, I’m waiting for an answer!
I specifically cover this in the review. In the features and aesthetics + contrast sections. And in the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration. There's a large thread on our forums covering this model and various alternatives - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/making-sense-of-the-current-27-1440p-144hz-ips-segment/.
thanks, read all now:)@@PCMonitors
What monitor would you recommend as an alternative or better than this one at $300-$350? I rely on your experience..@@PCMonitors
The ViewSonic model listed here is a very good option, if available for you - pcmonitors.info/articles/best-gaming-monitors/.
@@PCMonitors i find in my country Viewsonic VX2780J-2K its same or i think next better model, with 1mc. Good too?
Hello, does it have worst blb/ips glow than the benq ex2780q ?
Because I bought the benq and the ips glow on the bottom left was so bright I had to return it
It varies between units. It had better backlight uniformity than the EX2780Q we reviewed, but that's just comparing two samples. Some EX2780Qs are just fine for dark uniformity, some are poor. Same applies to this Gigabyte.
@@PCMonitors Okay ! Thanks
Do you recommend to get this Monitor or spend a little extra and get and get the Msi mag274qrf-qd
I only recommend one of those products and that's the Gigabyte. Refer to this post - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/#post-63190
@@PCMonitors Alright thanks
Are the black borders like that out of the box? The bezels look much thinner, but the display size seems to not fully reach the edges of the screen.
Yes, they're dual-stage bezels as shown and described in the video and written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Features_and_aesthetics. So what you're seeing there is the panel border, an integrated part of the bezel flush with the rest of the screen.
Hi what would be best overdrive setting and does it help with motion blur , as feeling sick when using this any suggestions please ?
This is explored in detail in the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Responsiveness. 'Picture Quality' is generally preferred, feel free to use 'Balance' and see how you find it as well. Motion sickness can be caused by many things, using the optimal overdrive is not necessarily going to help. Ensuring your frame rate is as high as possible and perhaps sitting a bit further from the screen might, though.
@@PCMonitors thank you , and is gamma 2.2 or 2.4 for darker room ?
Either can be used really, depends on preferences.
What 1440p 144hz would you recommend for gaming? Lowest input lag /response time.
This one, with potential alternatives discussed here - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/. If you absolutely value responsiveness above all else, consider the Dell S2719DGF or if you want to stick with IPS still consider the MSI MAG274QRF-QD (covered in that thread).
@@PCMonitors msi MAG274QRF-QD is 120eur more expensive do u think is worth spending more Im correctly on xg240r and I like fast responses time with nice pixels responses what do you recommend
My own recommendation is clear - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/gigabyte-m27q-or-msi-mag274qrf-qd-or-va-option/. The XG240R you're coming from is a very strong performer, though whether you'd actually notice the drop in pixel responsiveness going to the Gigabyte is tough to say. You'd have to see for yourself, but you might be able to save €120 in the process.
Thank you allot. Especially respect for hard work
What are the best m27q calibration settings for FPS games?
Appropriate settings for our unit, with the monitor hitting our preferred targets (which are industry standards) are covered in the written review, under 'Test Settings' - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration. As noted there, though, you need to adjust according to your own unit and preferences.
Hi, is this monitor really good enough for photo n video editing?
It certainly is in my view as it offers very good Adobe RGB coverage and offers excellent colour consistency. Plus a nice screen surface. I'd recommend calibration with a colorimeter or other calibrator for the highest level of accuracy. Particularly under sRGB, because as covered in the review (mainly written review) the sRGB emulation setting isn't perfect. But it's decent and could still be used if you need to. It doesn't lock of brightness like some settings of that sort. We're actually just updating our recommendations section with a photo and video editing section and the M27Q will feature there -
pcmonitors.info/recommendations/. 🙂
This monitor is $260USD right now. Would you suggest getting this monitor or the LG UltraGear 27GP850-B for $410USD?
My recommendation is clear - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/gaming-monitors/. See also forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/wide-gamut-144hz-1440p-models/#post-63190.
Gigabyte M27Q vs Benq EX2780Q ? Which monitor would you prefer in terms of HDR Gaming performance and then SDR Gaming Performance?
Neither is 'better' than the other, really. For HDR I'd give the Gigabyte a slight edge due to the colour gamut being a bit more generous in the green region. But neither is impressive for HDR on the contrast side so that's not a good thing to separate them based on. For SDR it depends on your preferences. The Gigabyte is more responsive (applies under SDR and HDR) and is more appropriate for work within the Adobe RGB colour space. It offers better stand ergonomics and has a slightly lighter and less grainy screen surface - although the BenQ is decent in that respect too.The BenQ has slightly stronger contrast, has a shifted blue peak to its backlight some would find more comfortable and a normal RGB subpixel layout.Take your pick, I recommend both.
@@PCMonitors thank you Sir for that fast Response
I forgot to ask about Backlightbleeding or ips glow. I know that it can vary between Units but which one was "better" or worse?
'IPS glow' in isolation is largely comparable on the two. Backlight bleed can indeed vary between units, so much so that it's impossible to separate them based on that. There are good and bad units of each.
Just bought one can't wait. How was the monitor out of the box? Did it need any color calibration?
I'm sure you'll enjoy it! Refer to the calibration section of the written review. But remember that individual units differ - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration.
How do i get this monitor to support 1080p 120hz for my ps5?
Make sure you've updated the firmware as support for this was added to later firmware than some units will have. You need to use OSD Sideckick and a Windows PC to do this. The PS5 might need to be set to 'Performance' mode as well, as covered here - pcmonitors.info/articles/monitors-for-console-gaming/#Shouldnt_I_get_a_120Hz_monitor.
Good monitor, unfortunately I have IPS glow on the left and right bottom corners. But I got it really cheap...so I can't really be too fussy
Yeah, you'll always have 'IPS glow' - even on much more expensive IPS models than this. Hope you enjoy the overall experience, it's an excellent value proposition.
Is there really that big of a panel border? I could've sworn when I first used it there was no significant border, but I guess since I noticed it, it looks huge (like a 1/4 of an inch or so).
The total bezel width (including panel border) is ~7.5mm (0.30") at the top and 8.0mm (0.31") at the sides, per the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Features_and_aesthetics. So it's just that you weren't really noticing it initially, it was always there.
@@PCMonitors oh well, still a great monitor. Thanks for the info.
Hello. I want to buy this monitor. My GPU will be insufficient for 1440p in some games and I have to use 1080p. There are those who say that if we use a 1440p monitor as 1080p, you will see bad images. Do you think this is right? Can I use this monitor 1080p for PC? Will I see blurry and bad images? Or will everything be fine?
This is covered in the relevant section of the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Interpolation_and_upscaling. As noted there, if you need to use 1080p this monitor handles that better than most 1440p models.
@@PCMonitors Oh tnx. Sorry my english lanlague so bad. I looked at the link you sent, but I didn't understand much. :( i will buy this monitor. Thank you so much.
Is there sound from the screen or should I buy external speakers?
There are no speakers included (we always mention these in the 'Features and aesthetics' section if they're included).
IYO, would this monitor be a good fit for the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 2GB video card?
That becomes more of a GPU question than a monitor one. Plenty of reviews cover performance of that one for WQHD. Depends on the games you play and your expectations for frame rate. The monitor itself is good in many respects as covered in the review.
@@PCMonitors Well, I'm much more interested in the image fidelity, than high refresh rates, and the like. So, would this monitor perform just as well, being driven at a 60 Hz. refresh rate, as it would, with its native settings?
Aside from responsiveness and fluidity, yes. And actually that's something I mentioned in the video as a point of praise - it works nicely across the entire VRR range (including at 60Hz). And you don't need to change the overdrive setting or how it's set up, either.
Hi can you help me. I can't decide between dell s2721dgf it has displayport1.4 and gsync compatible or this Gigabyte M27Q displayport1.2 and not gsync compatible
I saw a lot of reviewer say Gigabyte is better than dell. what's different between these two monitor?
My recommendation is clear - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/gaming-monitors/. The thread linked to there offers comparisons with other models, by the way (forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/wide-gamut-144hz-1440p-models/#post-63190 ). It's tough to recommend the Dell S2721DGF over the Gigabyte given its relative weakness in contrast experience which is more readily apparent than its pixel response time advantages. Screen surface is a bit nicer on the Gigabyte, too. The Gigabyte has DP 1.2a+ (HDR feature set), by the way. Some manufacturers would simply call that 'DP 1.4'. The actual bandwidth of DP 1.4 is not needed on a monitor with this resolution and refresh rate.
@@PCMonitors thank you for the answer 🙏🏻❤️
Can you plz confirm it has any back light bleed?
This is covered in the written review and varies between units as noted there - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Contrast_and_brightness .
Can someone confirm it works with ps5 at 1080p 120hz? Cant find much about it with ps5. Read something on reddit about vesa 1080p 120hz and dont know what is, could not find anything on google about it, so i would be very happy if someone could clear it for me.
See the end of the 'features and aesthetics' section of the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Features_and_aesthetics. Would like to see a PS5 user confirm this for sure (I'm not one), but everything I've read suggests monitors with Full HD 120Hz listed in the EDID of the monitor in the 'TV' section should be good to go with the PS5. So I'm very confident it would work.
@@PCMonitors thank you 😁
How does it compare to Benq EX2780Q? For console gaming
Depends which console you're refrerring to. I talk a bit about this in the conclusion of the video. But generally my recommendation would be the EX2780Q for console gaming due to it supporting 2560 x 1440 on the Xbox Series X (the Gigabyte may in the near future - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/monitors-for-ps5-and-xbox-series-x/page/6/#post-63343 ) and not having 'interlace pattern artifacts' at lower refresh rates. Most users don't actually notice those artifacts, especially if sitting a reasonable distance from the monitor. But some sensitive users would.
@@PCMonitors I am looking for a monitor for PS5. Priority is picture quality(especially in HDR) over bleeding edge response times. Both cost the same in my country.
Right, well you should set realistic expectations because none of the monitors in this price range offer a convincing HDR experience. That's covered in the reviews, in detail. You can't use the native resolution, either, but both models have a '4K' downsampling mode you can use and they also work at 1920 x 1080 @120Hz on the PS5. This is pointed out in the reviews (see end of 'Features and aesthetics' section) and discussed in the thread I linked to.
But no point in overcomplicating things, our recommendations for the PS5 are clear - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/.
I can get this monitor for literally half the price of others monitors like the 27gp850 / 1440p 165hz+ ips/va monitors, you think is worth ?
My recommendation is clear - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/gaming-monitors/.
@@PCMonitors yeah i saw it latter, its really tentative but idk, there is a couple of things like it performs half the others 8 vs 4ms lets say, the bgr layout of course, the 10bit color only on 120hz, and thats it i think xD the rest its pretty good, maybe wait for a new version? I mean is more than 1 year old hehe
pcmonitors.info/gigabyte/gigabyte-m27q-p-170hz-wqhd-ips-model/. Might be of interest.
How do you think this monitor compares to something like the Dell s2721dgf? Overall better or worse for mixed use and gaming?
The Dell has relatively weak contrast, lacks an sRGB emulation mode (may not be an issue) and is only marginally faster. The Gigabyte has less overshoot as well, the Dell has some issues there where darker shades are involved. Nothing major, but still a plus for the Gigabyte. The Dell isn't a model I'd specifically recommend, whereas I do recommend this Gigabyte.
@@PCMonitors Thank you for the detailed comparison and thanks a million for all the work you put in to these reviews. If I had a suggestion for the reviews though, it would be to make comparisons to other popular competing monitors in the category such as the S2721DGF, MSI MAG274QRF, or the LG 27GL850, and to wrap those comparisons up in the conclusion. As a relatively uninformed consumer looking for a new monitor, I found it quite hard to know whether the monitor was better or worse than its competitors when reading the review. Regardless, thanks so much once again!
I appreciate the feedback. Where I think it's particularly relevant and practical I do draw specific comparisons. In the video review conclusion I drew a few comparisons to the EX2780Q which is another key model I recommend. And I specifically draw comparisons to models using both Nano IPS and Innolux models more broadly.
More specific comparisons in the conclusion in a niche as crowded as 27" WQHD IPS would be very difficult to slot in. They'd also need to be constantly updated as new models are released to remain as relevant. Drawing such things together is really what detailed threads on our forum and the recommendations section is for (example forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/#post-63190 ). The intention was to point this thread out for further reading, so I'll add that into the written review conclusion. It's good that you prompted me to do that! 🙂.
120Hz performance is specifically covered in the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Responsiveness. Using the optimal 'Picture Quality' setting performance is good at 120Hz, but not perfect. Inverse ghosting certainly isn't an issue, most people (even those pretty sensitive to pixel response time weaknesses) will find it just fine at 120Hz.
Maybe someone can help me to get 170hz working on that monitor? I'm using a gtx 1080 ti, tried every input on the GPU, different DP cables, but i can only choose 120 hz with DP and 144hz with HDMI... Don't know what to do and the support isn't very helpful...
Try a refresh install of the graphics driver if you haven't already. It should list 144Hz, 165Hz and 170Hz for 2560 x 1440 even with the GTX 1080 Ti, really not sure why it isn't. Also try power cycling the monitor. Leave it connected to the system, unplug the monitor from the power and wait 30 seconds, then plug the power back in.
@@PCMonitors Thank you so much for your fast reply... Unfotunately it won't help me. I really don't know what's the reason and i am getting frustrated.
Although this monitor is only DP 1.2a+, I wonder if your GPU has an old DP port controller that's causing this issue. Might be worth upgrading the firmware of that if you haven't already - www.nvidia.com/en-us/drivers/nv-uefi-update-x64/.
@@PCMonitors Specification of my GPU says 3 times DP 1.4 :/
I tried to Upgrade, but it fails everytime i try to upgrade the PD port controller... Can i find out, which software is installed at the moment?
It may be failing because it's already 'upgraded'. I know this doesn't help you, but I used to own a GTX 1080 Ti and it was nothing but a pain when it came to compatibility with Adaptive-Sync monitors. The only other thing would be to make sure HDR is disabled, just in case - as that could be overloading the old DP hardware and locking off some refresh rates.
My current monitor is a 1680x1050, TN 60Hz, yeah, it’s pretty old. But it’s lasted me about 5 years. Sheesh.
Now I’m looking for a much better monitor to make use of the new 3080, and this is the one I’ve been looking at. It’s features dwarf my previous monitor, and the visual quality will be astoundingly different.
I don’t care much for the design, it’s simple but I don’t care, but every other aspect looks good aside from the BGR, but I don’t know whether the difference will be noticeable.
Coming from my previous monitor, would you say this one is a great choice? Looks good to me but I don’t have much experience with monitors.
I make it clear in the review I see the subpixel layout and 'fringing' issues as minor and something only a minority would notice. Don't let it put you off an otherwise strong performer, give it a try.
@@PCMonitors will do, thanks for the review though very helpful and perfectly timed!
What is dual stage panel border?
It's the design shown and explained in the video. 3:45. It has 2 components - a panel border, flush with the rest of the screen. And a slender hard plastic outer part. It's an extremely common design seen on most modern LCDs. The alternative (single-stage) is simply a single thicker bezel which also conceals the panel border. Like with the bottom bezel of this monitor.
Does this have blurry text when reading and working on it?
No, although it has some subpixel related issues which a minority would take issue with. This is explored in detail in the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration.
@@PCMonitors I've got this monitor arriving tomorrow. I hope that it isn't a problem for me!
@@jamescosgrove9898how is it?
Sharp LQ270T1JG06 igzo : pretty good panel for this price ! amazing review here ! ty
Which pc were using?
The calibration section of the written review provides the relevant details (for a monitor review) such as the GPUs used - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration. Tested using an Nvidia RTX 3090 and AMD RX 580.
I'm thinking about getting this monitor for my Xbox series x. Can you make a video with that?
No as I don't use that system. The Xbox Series X is just a mid-range PC with just a few limitations such as 120Hz maximum refresh rate. So the experience shown and described in this video very much applies.
Any comments on the m27q v2?
Yeah - it's good they changed the subpixel layout. But user feedback I've received has been inconsistent and pixel responsiveness isn't in the leagues of some competitors. It also lost something that makes the V1 quite special and that was impressive Adobe RGB coverage. I prefer the ViewSonic VX2728J-2K amongst others to the V2 Gigabyte - pcmonitors.info/articles/best-gaming-monitors/.
@@PCMonitors hi thanks for your reply, right now I can get the m27q v2 for £259 or the MAG274QRF for £299 on sale. Which one do you think is a better buy for gaming and watching movies?
I'd recommend looking at the recommendations in the link I gave you - it should make the choice easier🙂
@@PCMonitors hi I did that's how I came across the MAG27QRF, but I want to know if it is better in terms of watching movies. E.g. IPS glow and the blacks being grey etc..
Yes, the contrast is stronger and colours much more vibrant (if you like that kind of thing). It tends to have better QC than the M27Q V2 as well, so you're less likely to have poor backlight uniformity (there are never guarantees for that).
Hey, I am about getting a new monitor for my rtx 3070. I need some advice of an expert.
I have 3(4) models I have an look an:
1. BenQ Ex2780q
2. Gigabyte Aorus Fi27q
3. Gigabyte M27q
(4. Acer Nitro XV272up)
I know that they are from a wider price range but which one would you recommend for Gaming. I am playing high Fps games such as cs:go and single player games such as ac origins.
Thanks for your help!
I'd recommend taking a look at this thread - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/.
@@PCMonitors Hey, thanks for your reply. I read trough the thread. So if I remember correctly you or other users wouldn't recommend buying the Fi27q. In the thread the LG 27GL850-B is mentioned as a good monitor. The only thing I am curious about is the low contrast ratio on it because I use to game in a dark environment.
Out of the Ex2780q, the M27q and the LG,... Which one would you prefer for my profile? (dark environment while playing, high Fps shooter, single player games where I want to achieve great colors)
The LG is around 430€ in my country. The M27q 380€ and the BenQ 370€.
@@PCMonitors I think the benq isn't an option any longer because it lacks adjustability. Now it is between the M27q and LG 850Gl
I recommend the M27Q, I don't recommend the LG. Simple. And this is justified in the thread if you read it carefully (the Gigabyte offers superior contrast without really compromising when it comes to responsiveness or colour reproduction). forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/recommended-1440p-144hz-ips-with-wide-color-gamut/#post-63190
@@PCMonitors Already ordered the M27q. Thanks!
Should i get the benq ex2710q or this one
Hard to recommend the EX2710Q, they interchangably use 2 panels so it's hard to know what you'll get and calibration is quite wonky. The Gigabyte is a solid performer.
@@PCMonitors OK thanks for the info with the two Panels then i'll Go with Gigabyte or do you have better recommondations
With this budget in mind I'd recommend the Gigabyte currently.
@@PCMonitors my Budget is 400€
We'll shortly be reviewing the ViewSonic Omni VX2728J-2K which is another one to look out for, but it isn't available everywhere.
Is good for animation 3D?
It has good colour accuracy potential within the sRGB and Adobe RGB colour spaces and a decent pixel density. The included sRGB emulation setting is reasonable but not perfect, as covered in the review. Native gamut covers a decent chunk of Adobe RGB as covered. So it's one I recommend for such purposes - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/photo-and-video-editing-monitors/. But as with any monitor, best results would come from calibration and profiling with your own colorimeter or similar device.
jack of all trades, master of non - the dell s2721dgf is only £320 now which is cheaper than the m27q, far superior
Different product and not necessarily superior depending on your requirements, preferences and local pricing. The M27Q offers superior contrast, a smoother screen surface, superior Adobe RGB coverage, KVM functionality with USB-C and an sRGB emulation mode. The S2721DGF offers better build quality, superior DCI-P3 coverage, regular RGB subpixels and superior pixel responsiveness (though the M27Q is responsive enough for most users anyway). In the large US market the M27Q remains the cheaper option, too. ~$330 vs. ~$440. 27" Nano IPS panels are really let down by their contrast, not an issue for everyone but panels from competing manufacturers such as AUO, Innolux and Sharp offer improved contrast with comparable 'real-world' performance in other key areas - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/making-sense-of-the-current-27-1440p-144hz-ips-segment/.
@@PCMonitors thanks! i am totally split between which one to get, but as you say in the US the dell is significantly more pricey. So i think i'll go for the dell as in the UK its cheaper rn than the m27q
Honestly think you'd really enjoy either model. I agree the pricing in the UK makes the Dell temping and I'm sure you'll like the experience!
i want to see this vs 27gn850 xd
I make my recommendation for the Gigabyte over LG alternatives clear in various threads of the forum and on the dedicated recommendations page - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/gaming-monitors/. Most users will not readily notice the edge in pixel responsiveness that the LG Nano IPS panels provide compared to the Gigabyte. The difference in contrast is easier to notice. The Gigabyte has single overdrive setting that works nicely across the entire VRR range, too. The optimal setting on the LG varies depending on refresh rate band. Monitors are ultimately very subjective, so you need to weigh things up for yourself.
Can you just rotate monitor 180 degrees to fix BGR problem? and of course later in software amd or nvidia rotate display to not be upside down 🤣 edit: i just google it and found out people do this, but they then have problem with gsync not working in fullscreen, only works in windowed mode... edit 2: this is not solution because input lag jumps from 4 ms to 13ms (probably Windows takes this time to flip the image).
Yeah, there are various issues with doing that as covered in the written review (see italic text ~half way through this section - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Calibration ). As also noted there, the BGR issue is really more of a non-issue for most people. It's greatly blown out of proportion by a vocal minority.
Im so angry at this monitor... here in canada its 500$ and there is no speakers in the monitor . i can only hear sound if i use my gaming headset..
It's always worth checking product pages or news pieces and reviews on websites like ours as speakers are mentioned if they're included. And they aren't mentioned for this model. Don't assume they're included as on many monitors they aren't. And when they are, they're often poor quality.
@@PCMonitors true it’s my fault but I ordered speakers :) it’s all good
Also thanks for the review, I'm disappointed that the sub pixels are bgr, is it still worth buying?
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I also have a question, is this monitor 10 bit (8 bit+frc) or 8 bit? Rtings.com says 8 bit + frc but no one else says it. Even Gigabyte's own site says 8 bit, I'm confused. What do you say, what is shown in the control panel. (probably because of the dp version it's 8 bits at 170hz but 10 bits at 120hz?)
My recommendation for this monitor is clear - pcmonitors.info/recommendations/. The BGR subpixel "issue" is covered in detail in the written review and also on our forum - forum.pcmonitors.info/topic/making-sense-of-the-current-27-1440p-144hz-ips-segment/#post-65206. It's a non-issue for most users, quite simply.
The monitor is true 8-bit as specified by Gigabyte. You can select 10-bit (or even 12-bit) depending on refresh rate and input used, but that simply adds a dithering stage from the GPU. This is covered in the written review - pcmonitors.info/reviews/gigabyte-m27q/#Specifications.