Gigabyte M27Q X with 27″ IPS Panel, 1440p and 240Hz Refresh Rate

November 17, 2021November 17, 2021 Simon Baker

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Gigabyte have today released details their new 27″ gaming monitor, the M27Q X. This screen offers a 2560 x 1440 resolution (1440p) IPS panel combined with a high 240Hz refresh rate. It supports adaptive-sync for variable refresh rates (VRR) from both AMD and NVIDIA systems.

Gigabyte M27Q X Specs

Spec wise the screen is 27″ in size and based on a so-called “Super Speed IPS” panel. It has a 2560 x 1440 resolution, 1ms G2G quoted response time, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 350 cd/m2 brightness, 178/178 viewing angles, 10-bit colour depth (8-bit+FRC) and a wide colour gamut offering 92% DCI-P3 coverage and 140% relative sRGB coverage.

Gaming Capabilities

Of most interest to gamers is the 240Hz native panel refresh rate. The screen also supports adaptive-sync for variable refresh rates (VRR) from both AMD and NVIDIA systems as we mentioned earlier. There’s no specific mention at the moment about NVIDIA G-sync Compatible or AMD FreeSync certification levels.

There is also a familiar range of Gigabyte gaming extras including their Black Equalizer, OSD Sidekick, crosshairs, timers and FPS counters. The screen also supports their motion blur reduction backlight mode, via ‘Aim Stabilizer Sync’ which also can be used at the same time as VRR as with most of their new displays.

Connections and other features including USB C and a KVM switch

For connectivity the screen offers 1x DisplayPort 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.0 and 1x USB type-C (with DP Alt mode and 18W power delivery). The screen includes support for PiP and PbP modes, and includes a KVM switch as with a lot of Gigabyte’s new monitors. There are also 2x USB 3.0 ports and a headphone jack provided. The screen also includes integrated 2x 2W stereo speakers. The stand provides tilt and height adjustments only (no swivel or rotate).

Pricing and release date to be confirmed when we have the information

Source: Gigabyte

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