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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you're looking for a monitor mainly for competitive gaming, the Gigabyte M27Q-X is a strong choice because of its very good refresh rate and response time, which will provide smoother visuals and could give you an edge in fast-paced games. However, if you prefer a larger screen for an immersive experience in productivity or casual gaming, the Gigabyte M32Q's 32-inch display might be more appealing despite its slightly lower refresh rate. Neither monitor is ideal for professional photo editing or HDR content, but for digital photo editing tasks, both should suffice. Remember, the larger M32Q may require more desk space and could appear less sharp due to its lower pixels per inch. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS)
- Very good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Good text clarity
- Good image clarity
- Good brightness
Advantages of the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
- The Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS).
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.5
5.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
1088:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
459 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
508 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
73.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
87.5 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
8.0
4.7
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
170Hz
6.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
6.1 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 170 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
459 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
6.5
5.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
93 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is only fair for productivity, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
6.1
5.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1088:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1195:1
459 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
333 nits
508 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
460 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is only fair for media consumption, while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$365
$455
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) has a price of $365 and the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) costs $455.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and the Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
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| Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) | Gigabyte M32Q (IPS) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$365 | $455 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | IPS | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 170Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1088:1 | 1195:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 459 nits | 333 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 508 nits | 460 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100.1 % | 100.6 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6.8 ms | 6.1 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 240 Hz | 20 - 170 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 109 PPI | 93 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 2 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 1 | |
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Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS)
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PC Mag
Zachery Cuevas | August 2022
"The company delivers again with the Gigabyte M27Q X, a 1440p monitor that 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."
Gigabyte M32Q (IPS)
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Display Ninja
Rob Shafer | July 2023
"Thanks to its IPS panel with a wide color gamut and fast pixel response time speed, the Gigabyte M32Q offers both an immersive and responsive gaming experience. Additionally, it has an ergonomic stand, plenty of connectivity options, and a lot of useful features – all at a reasonable price."
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