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Gigabyte M28U

Name: Gigabyte M28U
Brand: Gigabyte
SKU: M28U

8.5Score

$400–$500

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4K at 144Hz with HDMI 2.1, USB-C and KVM — a versatile value pick for play and work.

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GamingCreative WorkProductivity

Quick verdict

4K at 144Hz with HDMI 2.1, USB-C and KVM — a versatile value pick for play and work.

Best for

GamingCreative WorkProductivity

Why we like it

The Gigabyte M28U is a 28-inch 3840×2160 SuperSpeed IPS monitor at 144Hz with 1ms response, 94% DCI-P3, HDMI 2.1, a USB-C input and a Type-C KVM. Based on specifications and current third-party testing, it's one of the better-value 4K high-refresh IPS displays and pulls double duty for gaming and content work.

28" 4K SS-IPS, 144Hz
2 × HDMI 2.1
USB-C + Type-C KVM
94% DCI-P3

Pros & cons

What we like

4K 144Hz SS-IPS
HDMI 2.1 + USB-C + Type-C KVM
94% DCI-P3

Worth noting

DisplayHDR 400 (no strong local dimming)
USB-C power delivery limited
IPS contrast

Performance breakdown

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

Performance9.0

Design8.0

Features9.0

Compatibility8.0

Value9.0

Key specifications

Screen Size: 28"
Resolution: 3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)
Refresh Rate: 144 Hz
Panel Type: SS-IPS
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Response Time: 1 ms (GtG)
Brightness: 300 nits (400 peak)
HDR: VESA DisplayHDR 400
Color Coverage: 94% DCI-P3
USB-C: Yes (DP Alt)
Thunderbolt: No
HDMI: 2 × HDMI 2.1
DisplayPort: 1 × DP 1.4
Adaptive Sync: FreeSync Premium Pro / G-Sync Compatible
KVM Switch: Yes (Type-C)
VESA Mount: 100 × 100
Speakers: No
Height Adjustable: Yes

Who should buy it

Buyers who want affordable 4K/144Hz for gaming, consoles and creative work with USB-C convenience.

Who should skip it

Those wanting OLED contrast or a full Thunderbolt dock with high-wattage charging.

Why choose this over the alternatives?

On price: This sits mid-range among the 12 monitors we track on price.

Cheaper alternative

SetupArc8.6

$399–$470

ASUS ProArt Display PA279CRV

Also suits creative work, for less money.

You gain: Typically about $30 less by reference price.

You give up: You give up Adaptive Sync and KVM Switch by going this way.

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Worth stepping up to

SetupArc9.1

$500–$700

Alienware AW3423DWF

The stronger option for gaming if the budget stretches.

You gain: Adds a stronger Design score.

You give up: Typically about $200 more by reference price.

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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 M28UThis product	ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM	Dell UltraSharp U2725QE
SetupArc Score	8.5	9.3	9.2
Price	$400–$500	$950–$1,100	From $642
Screen Size	28"	32"	27"
Resolution	3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)	3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)	3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)
Refresh Rate	144 Hz	240 Hz	120 Hz
Panel Type	SS-IPS	QD-OLED	IPS Black
Aspect Ratio	16:9	16:9	16:9
Response Time	1 ms (GtG)	0.03 ms (GtG)	5 ms (GtG)
Brightness	300 nits (400 peak)	—	450 nits (DisplayHDR 600)

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Head-to-head comparisons

Gigabyte M28U vs Dell S2725QC

Where this ranks

Ranked best monitors →Best Monitors Under $750 →Best 4K Monitors →

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Final verdict

8.5Score

The M28U hits a sweet spot: 4K sharpness, 144Hz motion, HDMI 2.1 for consoles and USB-C plus KVM for a laptop. A capable all-rounder that doesn't cost flagship money.

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