Gigabyte G27Q24T is a new addition to the gaming monitor lineup from the manufacturer, suitable for gamers looking for high refresh rate while not compromising image quality. The GIGABYTE G27Q24T sets itself apart by offering 240Hz refresh rate in a 27-inch package, a bigger form factor than most 24-inch gaming monitors today. The particular specifications are something gamers should definitely keep an eye out for if they seek high refresh rates coupled with accurate colors.
New 27-inch display features 240Hz refresh rate and Smart OD technology
The gaming monitor has a 27-inch SuperSpeed IPS panel for displaying images. The display resolution is QHD or 2560 x 1440 pixels offering crisp details for today's games. The monitor also has HDR10 for HDR content and supports up to 400 nits brightness for common content.
Specifications
- Panel Type: 27-inch SuperSpeed IPS
- Resolution: QHD (2560 x 1440)
- Refresh Rate: 240Hz
- Response Time: 1ms GtG
- Color Gamut: DCI-P3 90%
In terms of performance, the monitor can achieve a 1ms gray-to-gray response time for minimal motion blur. It has Smart OD that can dynamically adjust the overdrive to the refresh rate level for minimal ghosting. Moreover, it also has the Aim Stabilizer Sync for better clarity on fast-paced games.
The I/O is made up of two HDMI 2.1 ports and one DisplayPort 1.4 input. On the other hand, it only supports tilt adjustment on the stand, limiting the ergonomics for some people. It also comes with AMD FreeSync Premium and NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible for anti-screen tearing. We also had the GIGABYTE G27Q20 Gaming Monitor Launches Mid-June, a similar device but with a lower refresh rate at 200Hz.
The G27Q24T is a confirmed product launch from GIGABYTE with particular hardware specs. It's a great balance between refresh rate and color gamut for competitive gamers.
The article claims 1ms GtG response time but omits the test conditions. What is the actual frame time consistency at 240Hz? I need independent benchmark data before trusting the Smart OD claims.
Standard IPS panels at this resolution rarely sustain true 1ms without significant overshoot. You should check if the 1ms figure holds when Smart OD is disabled. The G27Q24T likely suffers from inverse ghosting at high overdrive settings. Look for a review that measures MPRT rather than just claiming the spec sheet number.
finally a 27 inch screen that isnt a potato 🤔
The tilt-only stand is a dealbreaker for me. I need height and swivel adjustments to avoid neck strain during long sessions. Gigabyte cut corners on ergonomics to hit the 240Hz price point.
NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible support does not guarantee flawless performance in all games. You must verify anti-cheat compatibility for competitive titles on Linux. Many shooters still block Proton, rendering the FreeSync Premium feature useless for crossplay.
I wonder if the firmware updates will bricked older BIOS versions. Gigabyte has a history of breaking EDID identification with aggressive driver updates.
Is this actually cheaper than the G27Q20? The 200Hz model seems like a better value if the difference is just 40Hz.
The 40Hz difference rarely justifies a significant price hike unless you are playing tactical shooters. Most games cap at 144 or 240 anyway. Wait for a sale if the price gap is small.
Two HDMI 2.1 ports is a nice touch for console gamers. It allows connecting both a PS5 and an Xbox Series X simultaneously.
I hope the Smart OD does not cause color banding in dark scenes. Overdrive artifacts ruin immersion in horror games. 🔥