Instead of testing for response time, we test for input lag using the HDFury Diva Matrix. In this case, the Gigabyte M27Q X measured a very good input lag of 1.6 milliseconds. You might've already guessed, but when it comes to input lag, the smaller that number, the better. While other monitors like the Corsair Xeneon 32QHD165 do measure under 1 millisecond, the difference here will be unnoticeable except, perhaps, in edge cases at the far extremes of competitive esports. Taking a look at the display itself, the 27-inch “Super Speed” IPS panel technology promises a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, in addition to a VESA DisplayHDR 400 rating—both claims we’ll run tests against later. Fast IPS displays, known under various marketing names, claim to deliver response times four times faster than normal IPS displays, thanks to a thinner liquid-crystal layer and higher driving voltage. The screen supports AMD FreeSync Premium, and is rated for a 1ms gray-to-gray (GTG) response time. Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction. The combination of 1440p resolution and 240Hz refresh rate is certainly appealing to gamers who enjoy both crisp details and responsiveness – and have the proper hardware for it. The Gigabyte M27Q-X is one of the cheapest models available with these specs, so let’s see how it compares to pricier alternatives. Image Quality The Alienware AW3423DW is clearly the best ultrawide you can get right now, it's priced well for the features it offers, and it is overall one of the best monitors you can get on the market right now.

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Depending on your refresh rate, you’ll have to change the overdrive mode for optimal performance. You can ignore the Speed and Smart OD modes as they’re not properly optimized. Gaming at 4K remains a high-end category that requires a decently powerful gaming PC or a current-gen console to take advantage of what it offers, and there are many more options available than previous years and lots of good stuff to consider. Gigabyte has proven a reliable gaming monitor manufacturer, delivering high-refresh-rate QHD monitors at accessible prices. The company delivers again with the Gigabyte M27Q X, a 1440p monitor that, like the Gigabyte Aorus FI32Q before it, comes equipped with just about everything you want and need from a gaming monitor. It may not be a 4K panel, but it more than makes up for its lower resolution in performance, bringing a whopping 240Hz refresh rate and a host of unusual features, including an onboard KVM and plenty of ports. It's a great performer, though low brightness levels and a so-so contrast ratio keep it short of top marks.If your frame rate is over 200FPS, you can use the Balance mode. At around 60FPS, the best mode is ‘Off.’ And if it’s between 60FPS and 200FPS, the Picture Quality provides the best overall performance. We are expecting the release of several other HDR gaming monitors throughout the second half of 2022, so if you're on the fence about going ultrawide or don't want the Alienware monitor, waiting may be your next best choice. It supports 10-bit color depth via dithering (8-bit + FRC) for 1.07 billion colors and smooth gradients. The entire materials provided herein are for reference only. GIGABYTE reserves the right to modify or revise the content at anytime without prior notice. The first choice to make in the 4K market is sizes: 27-inch monitors tend to be more affordable and offer better performance. However, 32-inch monitors are arguably even better suited for this resolution.

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To start with, the Gigabyte M27Q-X is based on an IPS monitor by Sharp (LQ270T1JG29) with a wide 97% Adobe RGB and 92% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage; that’s equivalent to around 140% sRGB gamut size. As a result, you get more saturated and vibrant colors, especially when it comes to greens and blues. The 2560×1440 resolution perfectly suits 27″ sized screens as you get a high pixel density of 108 PPI (pixels per inch), resulting in crisp details and text, plenty of screen real estate, no scaling necessary and it’s not nearly as demanding on the CPU and GPU as 4K UHD. The usual caveats to buying an OLED TV for use as a gaming monitor apply. The LG C1 is strong in terms of gaming features, with low input lag for a TV, a 120Hz refresh rate, plenty of HDMI 2.1 ports and all sorts of other potentially useful processing and TV-related features.

You also get various picture presets (Standard, FPS, RTS/RPG, Movie, Reader, sRGB and three customizable profiles) and advanced image adjustment tools, such as 6-axis hue/saturation, Color Vibrance, sharpness and gamma. Thanks to its wide Adobe RGB color gamut coverage, decent factory calibration and wide viewing angles, the Gigabyte M27Q-X is suitable for professional color-critical work! Size-wise, the monitor measures in at 21 by 24.2 by 7.6 inches (HWD), about the same size as most other 27-inch monitors we’ve reviewed, like the MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD. It’s also only 11.6 pounds, much lighter than the ViewSonic Elite XG270QG or Sony Inzone M9. That’s with the stand, of course. If you choose to ditch the base and fasten your monitor to a VESA mount or arm, the panel alone is a mere 7.7 pounds. As it’s the case with all IPS monitors, some IPS glow is present. It varies from unit to unit, but it’s manageable in all but the most extreme cases. This will lead to over-saturation of content made with sRGB color space in mind, but most users will prefer the extra vibrancy even if it wasn’t the creator’s intent.