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Gigabyte M27Q (Rev. 2.0)

Name: Gigabyte M27Q (Rev. 2.0)
Brand: Gigabyte
SKU: M27Q rev 2.0

8.3Score

$230–$280

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1440p, 170Hz, KVM and USB-C at a value price — a dependable do-a-bit-of-everything monitor.

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Quick verdict

1440p, 170Hz, KVM and USB-C at a value price — a dependable do-a-bit-of-everything monitor.

Best for

GamingProductivityGeneral Use

Why we like it

The Gigabyte M27Q (Rev. 2.0) is a 27-inch 2560×1440 SuperSpeed IPS monitor at 170Hz with 95% DCI-P3 color, a KVM switch and a USB-C port. Rev. 2.0 uses a standard RGB subpixel layout (improved over the original's BGR). Based on specifications and current third-party testing, it remains a strong value all-rounder for gaming and productivity. (Revision imported: Rev. 2.0.)

27" 1440p SS-IPS, 170Hz
Built-in KVM
USB-C + USB hub
95% DCI-P3

Pros & cons

What we like

1440p 170Hz with KVM
95% DCI-P3 SS-IPS
USB-C connectivity

Worth noting

Basic HDR (no real local dimming)
USB-C power delivery is limited
IPS contrast, not OLED

Performance breakdown

Every product is assessed against the same five criteria, from specifications and use-case fit. How we score

Performance8.0

Design7.0

Features9.0

Compatibility8.0

Value9.0

Key specifications

Screen Size: 27"
Resolution: 2560 × 1440 (QHD)
Refresh Rate: 170 Hz
Panel Type: SS-IPS
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Response Time: 0.5 ms (MPRT)
Brightness: 350 nits
HDR: HDR Ready (HDR10 input)
Color Coverage: 95% DCI-P3
USB-C: Yes (data)
Thunderbolt: No
HDMI: 2 × HDMI 2.0
DisplayPort: 1 × DP 1.2
Adaptive Sync: FreeSync Premium / G-Sync Compatible
KVM Switch: Yes
VESA Mount: 100 × 100
Speakers: No
Height Adjustable: Yes

Who should buy it

Value buyers who want a fast 1440p panel that doubles for gaming and multi-device productivity.

Who should skip it

Buyers who want OLED contrast, HDR impact, or full USB-C laptop charging.

Why choose this over the alternatives?

On price: This sits among the more affordable of the 12 monitors we track.

Cheaper alternative

SetupArc8.5

$200–$260

AOC Gaming Q27G3XMN

Also suits gaming, for less money.

You gain: Typically about $20 less by reference price.

You give up: You give up USB-C and KVM Switch by going this way.

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Worth stepping up to

SetupArc8.4

$280–$350

Dell S2725QC

A different balance for productivity if the budget stretches.

You gain: Adds Speakers.

You give up: Typically about $50 more by reference price.

Full review

Price positions use our editorial reference prices, not live retailer quotes. Scores within a few tenths rarely decide a purchase — how we score.

Compare with similar products

Specification	Gigabyte M27Q (Rev. 2.0)This product	ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM	Dell UltraSharp U2725QE
SetupArc Score	8.3	9.3	9.2
Price	$230–$280	$950–$1,100	From $642
Screen Size	27"	32"	27"
Resolution	2560 × 1440 (QHD)	3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)	3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)
Refresh Rate	170 Hz	240 Hz	120 Hz
Panel Type	SS-IPS	QD-OLED	IPS Black
Aspect Ratio	16:9	16:9	16:9
Response Time	0.5 ms (MPRT)	0.03 ms (GtG)	5 ms (GtG)
Brightness	350 nits	—	450 nits (DisplayHDR 600)

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Head-to-head comparisons

Gigabyte M27Q (Rev. 2.0) vs AOC Gaming Q27G3XMN

Where this ranks

Ranked best monitors →Best Monitors Under $750 →Best 27-Inch Monitors →

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Final verdict

8.3Score

The M27Q Rev. 2.0 keeps its reputation as a value staple: fast enough for most gaming, sharp for work, and unusually well-connected with KVM and USB-C for the money.

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