GIGABYTE - M27Q 27" LED QHD FreeSync Premium IPS Gaming Monitor with HDR (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB) - Black

Name: GIGABYTE - M27Q 27" LED QHD FreeSync Premium IPS Gaming Monitor with HDR (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB) - Black
Brand: GIGABYTE
SKU: 6438287
Rating: 4.3 (328 reviews)

Model: M27Q-SA

SKU: 6438287

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Key Specs
- Refresh Rate: 170Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (Maximum resolution refers to the highest number of pixels that a screen can process and display. Higher resolution signals produce more detailed images.)
- Response Time: 0.5 milliseconds (The speed at which pixels can change colors is called response time. It is measured in milliseconds (ms).)
- Panel Type: IPS (Technology that affects response time and image quality.)
- Synchronization Technology: FreeSync Premium (AMD Adaptive Sync) (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
- Screen Size: 27 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Display Connector(s): 1 x DisplayPort 1.2, 2 x HDMI (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
General
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- Model Number: M27Q-SA
- Product Name: M27Q 27" LED QHD FreeSync Premium IPS Gaming Monitor with HDR (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB)
- Color: Black
- Operating System Compatibility: Apple iOS, Windows, Not Applicable, Mac
Display
- Refresh Rate: 170Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Maximum Resolution: 2560 x 1440 (Maximum resolution refers to the highest number of pixels that a screen can process and display. Higher resolution signals produce more detailed images.)
- Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 (Measured difference between a displayed image's brightest whites and darkest blacks. The larger the first number, the more detail and color that can be displayed.)
- Response Time: 0.5 milliseconds (The speed at which pixels can change colors is called response time. It is measured in milliseconds (ms).)
- Display Type: LED
- Panel Type: IPS (Technology that affects response time and image quality.)
- Synchronization Technology: FreeSync Premium (AMD Adaptive Sync) (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 (The measurement of the width of a screen compared to the height of a screen, expressed as a ratio.)
- Curved Screen: false
- Brightness: 350 candela per square meter (A measure of the total light output.)
- Screen Size: 27 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- High Dynamic Range (HDR): true (An HDR-compatible 4K TV or other HDR-compatible product displays HDR video content when it's available from sources like 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs and 4K streaming services.)
- High Dynamic Range Format: VESA Certified DisplayHDR 400 (There are a few HDR formats that tell the TV or other HDR-compatible product how to best utilize its capabilities to display HDR content. HDR technology can support one or multiple formats, each with various benefits to picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
Connectivity
- Number of DisplayPort Inputs (Total): 2
- Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 2
- Display Connector(s): 1 x DisplayPort 1.2, 2 x HDMI (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 4
- USB Ports: 2 x USB-A 3.0, 1 x USB-C 3.0 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
Compatibility
- Wall Mountable: true (The product is able to be secured to a wall. Some products are designed ready to mount, while others may require additional hardware/accessories for installation.)
- VESA Wall Mount Standard: 100mm x 100mm (VESA wall mount standards refer to the spacing of screw holes built into a TV in order to fit with standard TV wall mounts. These standards are implemented into most TVs and monitors.)
Features
- Tiltable: true
- Adjustable Stand Height: true
- Anti-Glare: true (Product has features, such as a matte finish, that reduce the likelihood for screen glare.)
- Eye Relief Features: Low blue light, Flicker free
- Built-In Webcam: false
- Integrated Speaker(s): false
Dimensions
- Product Height With Stand: 20.35 inches
- Product Height Without Stand: 14.60 inches
- Product Width: 24.2 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 13.0 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Stand Included: true
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 years
- Warranty - Labor: 3 Year
Other
- UPC: 889523023129

GIGABYTE gaming monitors pack upscale performance into a streamlined package. The M27Q provides an immersive experience through fluid gameplay and great color accuracy with 0.5ms response time, 170Hz refresh rate, and compatibility with graphic card software.

Display Size: 27 Inch SS IPS Panel
Display Resolution: 2K 2560x1440 SS IPS Display
Refresh Rate: 170Hz Refresh Rate
Response Time: 0.5ms (MPRT) Response Time
HDR Ready: Studio Grade VESA Display HDR400 and 92% DCI-P3 (140% sRGB) Color Gamut
AMD FreeSync Premium: Smooth Gameplay with AMD FreeSync Premium
KVM Feature: Control multiple devices with KVM
Gaming Feature: GIGABYTE Classic Tactical Features with OSD Sidekick
Stand Adjustments: Head & Tilt adjustable stand
Display Input: 1x Display Port 1.2, 2x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB Type-C
VESA Mountable: VESA Wall Mount Compatible 100x100mm
Blue Light Filter: Low Blue Light & Flicker-Free
Warranty: 3 Years Warranty, Parts and Labor
Display Size: 27 Inch SS IPS Panel
Display Resolution: 2K 2560x1440 SS IPS Display
Refresh Rate: 170Hz Refresh Rate
Response Time: 0.5ms (MPRT) Response Time
HDR Ready: Studio Grade VESA Display HDR400 and 92% DCI-P3 (140% sRGB) Color Gamut
AMD FreeSync Premium: Smooth Gameplay with AMD FreeSync Premium
KVM Feature: Control multiple devices with KVM
Gaming Feature: GIGABYTE Classic Tactical Features with OSD Sidekick
Stand Adjustments: Head & Tilt adjustable stand
Display Input: 1x Display Port 1.2, 2x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB 3.0, 1x USB Type-C
VESA Mountable: VESA Wall Mount Compatible 100x100mm
Blue Light Filter: Low Blue Light & Flicker-Free
Warranty: 3 Years Warranty, Parts and Labor

Whats Included

M27Q 27-inch LED QHD FreeSync Premium IPS Gaming Monitor with HDR (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB)
M27Q 27-inch LED QHD FreeSync Premium IPS Gaming Monitor with HDR (HDMI, DisplayPort, USB)

Q: If displayport 1.2 can only support 1440p @ 165hz and hdmi 2.0 can only support 1440p @144hz, how can this monitor run at 170hz given those are the only port options avaliable?

A: I'm not 100% sure, but it may be using "display stream compression" or it might doing YUV 4:2:0.

Q: Is this monitor G-Sync Compatiable?

A: G-sync works great for me

Q: Is this version 1 or 2 of the monitor? V1 has a bgr pixel layout

A: I bought this on Jan31st 2023, they shipped a rev.2 with rgb subpixel layout

Q: I am looking to buy this for my new ps5. Does this monitor support the 1440p mode at 120 fps on ps5? I know some monitors can only achieve 1080p or 4k on ps5.

A: Hi Mike, Yes this monitor is currently compatible with 1440p at 120hz. Hope this helps! - John

Q: I thought a monitor is impossible to have both ips and led

A: LED is just the type of backlighting it uses. It is an LCD monitor, and they can be IPS, TN, or VA. IPS normally has the best colors and is most expensive.

Q: Can i connect to it using usb -C?

A: Yes, the USB-C port is a display input and powers the integrated USB hub.

Q: Does it include an HDMI or Display port?

A: Hi aj, The M27Q has 2 HDMI ports & 1 Display port. We do include an HDMI & Display port cable inside the box. Hope this helps! - John

Q: does this have built in Speakers?

A: No it doesn’t

Customers are saying

Customers love the M27Q monitor's picture quality and refresh rate, frequently praising its performance and value for the price. Many appreciate the convenient KVM functionality and sturdy stand. While some users reported backlight bleed or dead pixels, others found these issues to be insignificant or nonexistent.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great monitor
the Gigabyte M27Q is a very good option for gaming. It has a good refresh rate, good color image quality. Free sync works perfect. the price is excellent for everything the monitor offers, it competes monitors like Dell s2721dhf or LG gn850-B, I can say that the M27Q can be a little better in terms of performance, For gaming I disabled HDR . the configuration I use for the best image quality is in standard: -brightness 50 nits. -Contrast 80. -Gamma 3. -Color Tem User Red 95-Green 98-Blue 100. All other configurations must be in default. I got this information on the web. the ods is ok the materials are plastic the base is metal. What I did not like is that in some areas the text has blur but it can be fixed using the windows option "Clear Type Text Tuner". I recommend this monitor, it is one of the best options that best buy has and in its category it is one of the best.
Posted 4 years ago by frejavier
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A great budget gaming monitor nice colors!
So far so good, no dead pixel or any visible panel damage so far, I would say the grey/black uniformity isn’t the greatest there is definitely a bright grey towards the edges but it will vary monitor to monitor. The colors are fantastic and the high refresh rate is a nice change from 60hz. I have attached a photo in regards to the black uniformity sadly it’s just a downside of the monitor tech being IPS but better quality control can help out a lot but at this price point what do you expect. Anyways I’d recommend the monitor and its appears best buy has the RGB subpixel arrangement instead of BGR which is great for text clarity.
Posted 2 years ago by PartyTime
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Backlight Bleed - Poor QA?
Bought it on sale for $269 after watching the review on Hardware Unboxed. Was initially impressed with the contrast, colors, and functionality available with the KVM switch. Unfortunately, I soon noticed discoloration in the bottom left from the yellow backlight bleed. It's one thing if it's standard IPS glow, but this was BAD. More than just blacks were getting washed out, it was noticeable during gameplay in Halo and Forza. I even got my wife's opinion on it, and she's not a super picky person when it comes to displays. It was too much for her as well. We made the decision to return the same day and Customer Service at best buy gave me 0 trouble swapping to the more expensive Dell in the same class - thanks to Don in Kennesaw! The Dell has 0 issues and even looks a little better aesthetically (personal opinion). If you get lucky and buy one that doesnt have backlight bleed, its likely a better deal than anything else in its price class - but its taking a gamble with Gigabyte's QA process.
Posted 3 years ago by eightbitspartan