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Hello Redditors. I'm in search of a classy yet extremely durable pair of hiking boots to take backpacking around the world for 12+ months with.

Hiking boots recommendations

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My friend bought a house with this KichenAid dishwasher from 1974. He says it works better than any of the other ones he has owned. He just has to convince his wife not to replace it.

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After an initial round of research it seems like Honda Accord Hybrid is the right answer, but I want to pressure test that with you guys

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Designed for intense, fast-paced games, the ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A is a 27” gaming IPS display with 1ms (MPRT) response time and blazing 170Hz (overclocked) refresh rate to give you super-smooth gameplay. The VG27AQL1A features ELMB Sync™ technology to eliminate screen tearing and ghosting.

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 Viewing angles are bad compared to IPS, but if you are just gaming they with never effect you as you have to be quite a bit off angle to see them. My first monitor shipped to me had a single bad pixel on the VERY edge of the screen and it only showed when gaming with fast dark to light transitions. I returned it for a replacement that had zero bad pixels of any type. So keep that in mind and do a dead pixel check and use the screen during your return window

IF YOU ARE TIRED OF THE 1ms GTG LIE THAT IS IPS SCREENS GET THIS

 Well, I've been to Micro Center again See the sticker It turns out when you take your Leo Bodnar latency measuring device to Micro Center and start plugging it into things They sort of frown on that a bit. I wanted to pick this up. This is the Tough Gaming VG1A series It's not exactly a fun model number the VG27AQL1A This is the Tough, but there's also a Strix version and I was driving myself insane Trying to figure out what the difference was between this and the Strix version and I didn't want to buy them both So here we are All right, first up what you should know about this display is it's 27 inches 2560 by 1440 So, you know standard widescreen resolution it is up to 170 Hertz out of the box. It's 144 It'll overclock to 170

 This is the Tough Gaming VG1A series It's not exactly a fun model number the VG27AQL1A This is the Tough, but there's also a Strix version and I was driving myself insane Trying to figure out what the difference was between this and the Strix version and I didn't want to buy them both So here we are All right, first up what you should know about this display is it's 27 inches 2560 by 1440 So, you know standard widescreen resolution it is up to 170 Hertz out of the box. It's 144 It'll overclock to 170. It's IPS one millisecond response time 130 percent sRGB G-Sync compatible It's HDR 400 HDR 400 is sort of the lowest end of the HDR. I sort of mockingly call it HD

Checking Out The ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQL1A Monitor

\- Asus TUF Gaming vg27aql1a : also a good choice apparently, I'm just worried about bleeding and the size of the stand, as apparently it's 21.8cm, meaning it would protrude from 1.8cm, not necessarily a blocking point but could be annoying if monitor balance on the desk is lessened. Any additional info I should know which could nudge toward 1 screen in particular between these 3 ?

  There seems to be a MAJOR bug with display switching/refresh rates: I am using this for both my PC (DisplayPort cable) and the PS5 (the HDMI cable provided with it which should be a upscaled 1080p/60Hz output). For a couple of days, I had a feeling something was off with CSGO -- but was not sure exactly what. It turns out that the refresh rate for my PC's screen had been capped at 120 Hz probably due to the HDMI/PS5 plugged in. When I turned off the PS5, it resets back to 170Hz for the PC as advertised

  Original monitor review: Received the monitor the following day, no issues/dead pixels here (knock on wood). It's true, 170/144+Hz changes everything! I am upgrading from a 60 Hz TN panel, so this feels great to me and it was exactly what I was looking for in a new monitor. If the price gets discounted by $50-ish at any point, I think this would be an amazing deal.  If you're getting this for CSGO, this bad boy reduced my "reaction time" from 200-220ms on human benchmark site down to 180ms consistently

 It turns out that the refresh rate for my PC's screen had been capped at 120 Hz probably due to the HDMI/PS5 plugged in. When I turned off the PS5, it resets back to 170Hz for the PC as advertised. In game, this wasn't something I noticed immediately -- but I DID think something was "off" and I was slower in some clutch situations.

TL;DR: If you are using both DisplayPort + HDMI cables at the same time, please check if you are getting the highest 170Hz for the DisplayPort if you care about that -- you might not be, mine was capped at 120Hz instead. Turning off the HDMI source worked for me.  There seems to be a MAJOR bug with display switching/refresh rates: I am using this for both my PC (DisplayPort cable) and the PS5 (the HDMI cable provided with it which should be a upscaled 1080p/60Hz output). For a couple of days, I had a feeling something was off with CSGO -- but was not sure exactly what

BUG/Quirk with refresh rates!! Please check if this might bother you...

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27” 2560x1440 IPS Display with 170Hz Refresh Rate, 0.5ms (MPRT) Response Time Smooth Gameplay with AMD FreeSync Premium Studio Grade VESA Display HDR400 and 92% DCI-P3 (140% sRGB) Color Gamut GIGABYTE Classic Tactical Features with OSD Sidekick GIGABYTE Auto-Update.

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The best 1440p gaming monitor under $500 that we've tested is the Gigabyte M27Q. This versatile model sports a 27 inch screen that provides incredible immersion in games and has great features. It has an IPS panel with wide viewing angles so that images don't look washed out when viewed from the side. It gets very bright to combat glare, but it's not the most ideal for dark rooms as its low contrast ratio causes blacks to appear gray.

Gaming-wise, it delivers an impressively smooth and responsive experience thanks to its 170Hz refresh rate and excellent response time. Images look clear in fast-moving scenes, and it has both FreeSync support and G-SYNC compatibility to reduce screen tearing. The many extra features are helpful if you're a streamer or multi-tasker. It has Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes that let you display signals from two input sources simultaneously, and you can control both devices with one set of peripherals with its integrated KVM switch. It also has a USB-C port, but the power delivery is limited to 10 W.

If you plan on using the monitor for work, you should know that it uses a BGR sub-pixel structure. It doesn't affect picture quality, but it causes blurry text in some applications. It delivers a fairly decent HDR experience; however, the refresh rate is limited to 120Hz when gaming in 10-bit HDR. Nonetheless, it's the best gaming monitor under $500 with a 1440p resolution.

The best 27 inch budget monitor we've tested is the Gigabyte M27Q. It's a versatile 1440p monitor that's impressive for gaming and good for office use if you want something cheaper than the Dell S2722QC and don't mind compromising on the resolution. It has a native 170Hz refresh rate with native FreeSync support and G-SYNC compatibility.

Motion looks smooth thanks to its quick response time, and it also has a backlight strobing feature to reduce persistence blur, but it creates image duplication. Unfortunately, the main downside to this monitor is that it uses a BGR subpixel layout instead of the RGB that most monitors have. This affects text clarity in programs that don't support it, but it doesn't affect the picture quality in games.

The best office monitor for content creators is the Gigabyte M27Q. It's a versatile monitor with a 27 inch screen and 1440p resolution that uses an IPS panel with wide viewing angles, meaning that images remain accurate when viewed off-center, great for showing your work to coworkers and clients. Visibility isn't an issue even in the brightest environments, but like most IPS panels, it's not a good choice for dark rooms due to its mediocre contrast ratio.

It stands out for its superb SDR color gamut. It has near-full sRGB coverage and Adobe RGB coverage, the latter being one of the highest that we've tested. . It can display a wide color gamut, but its HDR peak brightness isn't high enough to produce bright highlights. It has exceptional gradient handling to minimize banding, outstanding color accuracy out of the box, and no signs of color bleed.

The one issue that might be a dealbreaker is that it uses a BGR subpixel layout. It doesn't affect image quality, but it can cause blurry text in some programs, like photo editing software. While some people are bothered by it, others don't see it. You can try flipping the screen upside down to get an RGB subpixel layout, but that increases the input lag. Unless its BGR subpixel layout is a dealbreaker, this is a feature-rich option worth checking out.

The best budget monitor for photo editing is the Gigabyte M27Q. It's a solid all-around option with great performance for content creators, and it has many of the same productivity features as the Gigabyte M34WQ. It's well-built with a sturdy plastic body, but its stand doesn't offer the best ergonomic adjustments.

It offers great value for its price, especially for photo and video editors. It has near-perfect coverage of the Adobe RGB color space and, combined with its excellent out-of-the-box accuracy, it displays colors as they should appear. It also has incredible gradient handling, meaning you won't see any banding while photo editing. If you want to use it in a well-lit room, visibility won't be an issue because it has high peak brightness and decent reflection handling.

Sadly, it uses a BGR subpixel layout instead of the typical RGB layout found on most monitors. Although this doesn't directly affect text clarity, not all programs support BGR subpixel layout, meaning some text and images won't look as sharp in certain programs. Also, because it has a lower 1440p resolution, the overall text clarity is only decent, so some text looks a bit blurry. Overall, if you're on the market for the best budget monitor for photo editing, you should enjoy this one.

The best 2k monitor in the budget category we've tested is the Gigabyte M27Q. It's an excellent gaming monitor with a 27 inch screen, resulting in decent text clarity and a more immersive gaming experience than 1080p models. It has a fast refresh rate and great gaming features, including FreeSync variable refresh rate support and low input lag, for a responsive gaming experience. Despite the low price, it has an exceptional response time, delivering clear text with no overshoot.

It's a versatile monitor with many additional features, including Picture-in-Picture/Picture-by-Picture support, meaning you can view two sources at once. It has a built-in USB hub with USB-C connectivity and a unique KVM feature that lets you control two sources with one set of keyboard and mouse. Its USB-C port even supports power delivery, but sadly, it's not enough power to charge your laptop or even significantly extend its battery life.

Unfortunately, it uses a BGR subpixel layout, which isn't ideal. Although this doesn't cause any issues with movies or games, it causes text issues in some Windows programs. The Windows ClearType Wizard corrects for this in most common desktop programs, including Microsoft Office, but some apps ignore Windows ClearType. Despite this limitation, it's a great monitor overall.

The Gigabyte M27Q is the best multimedia monitor in the budget category that we've tested. It's a 27 inch IPS model with a 1440p resolution and wide viewing angles, which is great for sharing content with others as images remain accurate when viewing off-center. It has decent reflection handling and great peak brightness, meaning visibility won't be an issue even in bright, sunny rooms. However, it isn't ideal for dark room viewing because it has a mediocre contrast ratio that makes blacks appear gray.

It has full sRGB coverage, the color space used in most web content, and the accuracy is outstanding out of the box, so you get accurate, life-like colors. It has an impressive HDR color gamut, but unfortunately, it doesn't get quite bright enough to deliver a true HDR experience. It has an exceptional response time that results in clear images in fast-moving scenes and a backlight-strobing feature to further improve motion clarity with fast-moving objects.

Sadly, the stand only allows for height and tilt adjustments; however, it can be VESA-mounted if you need swivel adjustment or pivot to portrait mode. It has Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes, a KVM feature that lets you control devices with one set of keyboard and mouse, and a USB-C port that supports Display Port Alt Mode. The backlight is flicker-free, and there's also a blue light filter to help reduce eye strain. Overall, it's a great and versatile monitor that should please most people.

The Gigabyte M27Q is the best budget FreeSync monitor if you want something with a larger 27 inch screen. It also has a higher 1440p resolution than the Acer Nitro XF243Y Pbmiiprx, so it delivers sharper images due to the increased pixel density. It has a slightly higher 170Hz refresh rate and it's excellent for gaming, and it's versatile if you want to use it for other uses.

The M27Q has great motion handling as the response time is quick at its max refresh and at lower refresh rates. It also has an optional backlight strobing that works at the same time as the VRR feature, but there are a few bugs and it's only suggested to use if the frame rate of your game is consistently high. Also, input lag isn't an issue as you won't notice any delay while gaming. The picture quality is great as it has excellent out-of-the-box accuracy and visibility isn't an issue in well-lit rooms because it gets bright enough to fight glare and has decent reflection handling.

Sadly, the main downside to this monitor is that its panel uses a BGR subpixel layout. This doesn't directly impact the overall picture quality, but it affects the text clarity in programs that don't support the BGR subpixel layout, so some text looks blurry. If this doesn't bother you, then it's the best FreeSync budget monitor we've tested in a 27 inch size.

The best 1440p gaming monitor under $300 that we've tested is the Gigabyte M27Q. It's a 27 inch monitor that delivers an amazingly smooth gaming experience. It has a 170Hz refresh rate and an exceptional response time, which results in a clear image with almost no blur trail behind fast-moving objects. Its response time at 60Hz is also outstanding, making it a good choice for 60 fps console gaming. It supports FreeSync natively and is compatible with G-SYNC to reduce screen tearing.

It has an IPS panel with wide viewing angles that make sharing content or playing co-op games easier, and it gets bright enough to fight glare. It has a very wide color gamut, with near-full Adobe RGB coverage, making it suitable for content creation. It supports HDR, but like most IPS monitors, its low contrast makes blacks appear gray in the dark, and its HDR brightness is only decent, not enough for a true HDR experience.

The main downside to this monitor is that it uses a BGR subpixel layout. Some programs don't like this format, meaning text will look a bit blurry in those programs. Luckily, there are two USB 3.0 ports and a USB-C that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode, which lets you display an image from a compatible device and charge it simultaneously. Overall, this is a great choice for anyone shopping on a tight budget.

If you often play co-op games or share content with someone else, you might want to look for something with better viewing angles, like the Gigabyte M27Q. Unlike the Samsung Odyssey G7 LC32G75T, it uses an IPS panel with much wider viewing angles, which means that the image remains accurate when viewed from the side. It has an exceptional response time at any refresh rate, and the 1440p native resolution allows you to game at a higher refresh rate with some games, resulting in smoother motion and less motion blur. It also has outstanding low input lag, ensuring your actions with the controller are in sync with the action on-screen. It supports FreeSync variable refresh rate technology, which reduces screen tearing in some games.

Overall, the Samsung and the Gigabyte are very similar in gaming performance; the differences are in the features. If you prefer a monitor that's better suited for dark rooms, go with the Samsung. If you want wider viewing angles, go with the Gigabyte.

The best budget 1440p gaming monitor we've tested is the Gigabyte M27Q. This 27 inch model delivers an excellent gaming experience as it has an exceptional response time, low input lag, and a high refresh rate. Fast-moving scenes look clear and smooth, and screen tearing is minimal, thanks to its VRR support. It's a native FreeSync monitor and is compatible with NVIDIA's G-SYNC.

The design is pretty simple and not overly gamer-oriented, meaning it won't stick out like a sore thumb in office setups. The stand is sturdy, but it only allows height and tilt adjustments, meaning it's a bit hard to place in an ideal position. It has a USB hub with two USB 3.0 inputs and a USB-C input that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode. You can display two input sources simultaneously with its Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes and control both source devices with one set of peripherals with its built-in KVM switch.

Unfortunately, it's not the best option for dark rooms because it has a low contrast ratio that makes blacks appear grayish. However, it has wide viewing angles, decent reflection handling, and gets bright enough to combat glare. It has a wide color gamut with near-full Adobe RGB coverage, making it a great choice for content creators. Lastly, it has a flicker-free backlight and a blue light filter to help reduce eye strain. Overall, this is the best budget gaming monitor with a 1440p resolution.

If you're on a budget, the best display for MacBook Pro is the Gigabyte M27Q. It's a versatile monitor with very similar features to the Gigabyte M32U but with a smaller, lower-resolution screen. It supports USB-C, so you don't need to worry about adapters, but its power delivery feature is very limited, so it can't charge your MacBook while you're working.

It has great peak brightness in SDR and decent reflection handling, so you don't have to worry about the glare in a bright room. It delivers surprisingly good picture quality, with excellent gray uniformity, fantastic accuracy out of the box, and a superb color gamut, almost as wide as the MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD.

Unfortunately, this monitor uses a less-optimal BGR sub-pixel layout. It's mainly an issue with Windows PCs, and as long as you're running a relatively recent version of macOS, you won't have any issues. Overall, it's a surprisingly good monitor for the price, and it's a great choice for MacBook Pro users on a limited budget.

The best budget 1440p monitor we've tested is the Gigabyte M27Q. The higher resolution helps result in sharper images compared to 1080p monitors, thanks to the higher pixel density. It's a well-built monitor with many office-oriented features, but its stand doesn't offer the most ergonomic adjustments.

It performs well in bright rooms because it has decent reflection handling, and it gets bright enough to fight glare, but we don't suggest placing it opposite a bright window with direct sunlight. It also has wide viewing angles if you need to share your screen with someone else. Content creators should love the near-perfect coverage of the Adobe RGB color space, mainly used in photo editing, and it has fantastic out-of-the-box accuracy. It also features a USB hub with two USB 3.0 inputs, and it has a KVM switch that allows you to control multiple devices with one set of a keyboard and mouse.

The main downside to this monitor is its BGR subpixel layout, as opposed to RGB on most other monitors. This doesn't affect picture quality, but not all programs support the format, so some text looks blurry with programs that don't support BGR. If this bothers you, you can also flip the screen around to achieve the RGB layout, but that increases the input lag. Regardless, it's still one of the best monitors we've tested.

The Gigabyte M27Q is the best monitor for Mac in the budget category that we've tested. It's a great monitor for most uses, with a 27 inch, 1440p screen, great viewing angles, and an exceptional SDR color gamut. It's very bright in SDR, and the matte anti-reflective coating delivers decent reflection handling, so viewability isn't an issue in most viewing environments.

It's even a great choice if your work or hobbies rely on accurate colors. It has excellent gray uniformity and exceptional gradient handling, so you don't have to worry about the dirty screen effect or banding in areas of similar color. As previously mentioned, it has an exceptional SDR color gamut with near-perfect coverage of both the common sRGB color space and the wider Adobe RGB color space. Finally, it has outstanding accuracy out of the box, and other than some slight issues in dark scenes, most people won't notice any issues.

Sadly, it uses a BGR subpixel layout, which is uncommon in monitors and results in sub-par text clarity. Thankfully, this isn't an issue on recent Macs; as long you're running macOS Big Sur or later, you won't notice any issues. It also has limited ergonomics, so you might have to consider a mounting arm if you're having a tough time placing it in an ideal viewing position. Despite these flaws, it's a great monitor overall, and it's the best budget Mac monitor we've tested.

The best 1440p budget gaming monitor that we've tested is the Gigabyte M27Q. It's a feature-rich and versatile 27 inch model that delivers an amazing gaming experience. Like most IPS monitors, it has wide viewing angles that make it great for sharing content or playing co-op games. Its reflection handling is only decent, but it gets more than bright enough to overcome intense glare, meaning visibility won't be an issue in well-lit rooms.

It has fantastic motion handling. It has a 170Hz refresh rate and an exceptional response time, making fast-moving scenes look clear and smooth. There are tons of extra features, like a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode, which lets you display an image from a compatible device and charge it simultaneously. The downside is that the power delivery is limited to 10W, only enough to charge small mobile devices like smartphones. It also has a Picture-in-Picture mode, a built-in KVM, and a blue light filter to help reduce eye strain.

It supports HDR with wide coverage of the DCI P3 color space used in most HDR content; however, it has a mediocre contrast ratio and no local dimming. Also, it only gets bright enough to bring out some highlights, not for a true cinematic HDR experience, so it's best to play games in SDR. Overall, it's an impressive monitor that most people should be happy with.

If you want a true gaming monitor with better motion handling and responsiveness, then check out the Gigabyte M27Q. It has worse ergonomics than the ASUS ProArt Display PA278QV, but it's also a 27 inch model with a 1440p resolution. It also has a 170Hz refresh rate and a quicker response time to make fast motion look smoother and deliver a more responsive gaming experience. It has full sRGB coverage, supports HDR, and includes more features, like USB-C input and a Picture-in-Picture mode. Unfortunately, it doesn't allow for swivel adjustment or rotation to portrait mode, but you can wall-mount if you want. Also, it has a BGR subpixel layout that causes blurry text in some applications.

If you only use the monitor for work, go with the ASUS because it has better ergonomics, and its standard RGB subpixel layout is less likely to cause blurry text than the BGR subpixel layout on the Gigabyte. If you're looking for a high-refresh gaming monitor, go with the Gigabyte.

The best budget 27 inch gaming monitor we've tested is the Gigabyte M27Q. It's an impressive gaming option that provides great value for its low cost, and it competes with more expensive options. It has a high 170Hz refresh rate with native FreeSync support, and G-SYNC works with NVIDIA graphics cards. However, you can only achieve its max refresh rate over a DisplayPort connection, as it's capped at 144Hz over HDMI.

It has a fast response time at any refresh rate, making motion look extremely smooth, and it has low input lag. Unfortunately, the panel has a BGR subpixel layout, which affects text clarity depending on the software or program you use, but this isn't a big issue in gaming menus, and it doesn't affect the overall picture quality.

The best budget monitor for HDR gaming that we've tested is the Gigabyte M27Q. If you're on a budget, you won't find something with good HDR picture quality like the other monitors in this recommendation, but you'll at least get excellent gaming performance. The M27Q is like that, as it has a ton of gaming features, and it's excellent for gaming, but its HDR performance is a bit limited. Still, it's decent overall for HDR gaming.

It comes with a 170Hz refresh rate, and it has a quick response time whether you're gaming at its max refresh rate or 60Hz. It has an optional backlight strobing feature to reduce motion blur, which you can use at the same time as the VRR, but there are a few bugs with it, as the feature stops working entirely if the refresh rate drops below 80Hz. Speaking of VRR, it's a native FreeSync monitor, and those with NVIDIA graphics cards can use the G-SYNC compatibility feature. You won't notice any delay while gaming either, as it has low input lag.

As mentioned, the HDR picture quality leaves a lot to be desired, but that's normal for a budget-friendly model. It has a low contrast ratio, and as it lacks a local dimming feature, blacks look gray in the dark. It doesn't get bright in HDR, but on the plus side, it displays a wide color gamut and has incredible gradient handling. If you're willing to compromise in picture quality for a cheaper monitor, it's a decent choice.

If you're on a budget, the best monitor for gaming on the Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S is the Gigabyte M27Q. It's a 27 inch monitor with a 1440p resolution, so it's big enough to deliver an immersive gaming experience. While it doesn't have a 4k resolution, it can downscale 4k @ 60Hz signals from the Xbox, which results in sharper images than 1440p games.

It's an excellent gaming monitor that's versatile for other uses because it has a bunch of extra features. You can charge your devices while gaming thanks to its two USB ports and one USB-C input, and it has a multi-input display feature so you can play games and respond to messages on your laptop each on the monitor. It has a max 170Hz refresh rate with VRR support, and it also has low input lag for a responsive feel.

The main downside to this monitor is that it uses a BGR subpixel layout. While this doesn't affect the overall picture quality on the Xbox, it has an impact on the text clarity whether you're reading text in game menus or browsing through the web because not all programs support the BGR subpixel layout. However, if that isn't an issue for you, it's a great choice, and it won't cost you much.

While the Gigabyte M32Q is a great monitor for gaming, if you're a competitive gamer and want the best gaming monitor for under $500, you'll want something with a higher refresh rate, like the Gigabyte M27Q X. It can be a bit hard to find depending on its availability, but if you find it, you can get it for under $500, and it's excellent for gaming. It's a 1440p display with a high 240Hz refresh rate, but besides the higher refresh rate, it's very similar to the M32Q, but you get less screen space to multitask. It delivers great motion handling as it has a quick response time across its entire refresh rate range, so you won't notice any motion blur, and its input lag is low for a responsive feel.

On top of its excellent gaming performance, it also delivers great picture quality. The color accuracy is remarkable, and you won't have to worry about getting it calibrated if you care about accurate colors, and it displays a wide range of colors in HDR and SDR. It also gets bright and has good reflection handling if you use it in a bright room, but it doesn't look as good in the dark because of its low contrast, but that's normal for many monitors.

If you prefer something cheaper, check out the Gigabyte M27Q, which is a good choice in the lower mid-range price category. It's different from the Dell S2722QC because it has a lower 1440p resolution, meaning the text clarity isn't as sharp. Because it uses a BGR subpixel layout instead of the standard RGB, there are some text clarity issues in certain programs that don't support that subpixel format, but this isn't an issue for everyday use. However, the main advantage the Gigabyte has over the Dell is that it has a higher refresh rate and better gaming performance, meaning it's a more versatile monitor if you need something for work and play.

Although it's designed as a gaming monitor, it has a few productivity features like its KVM switch and Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes. It also has great peak brightness and decent reflection handling if you want to use it in a well-lit room, and its wide viewing angles mean the image looks the same from the sides. It also has an sRGB mode with excellent color accuracy, which is important if your work requires accurate colors.

If you don't like an ultrawide format and prefer a 1440p monitor with a 16:9 aspect ratio, or if you just want something cheaper, check out the Gigabyte M27Q X. It's a very different monitor from the LG 34GP950G-B because of its smaller screen and higher 240Hz refresh rate. It means that it's an excellent choice for high-frame-rate and competitive gaming if your graphics card can handle a 1440p resolution. While both the LG and the Dell Alienware AW3423DW have native G-SYNC support, this monitor instead has FreeSync support with G-SYNC compatibility, which doesn't make much of a difference if you have an NVIDIA graphics card, except you lose out on a few features.

Even if you don't want it for gaming, it offers a ton of productivity features, like a USB hub that features a USB-C port that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode. It means you can easily connect a compatible laptop to display an image from it and charge it at the same time, but it only supports 18W of power delivery, which isn't enough to actively charge your laptop while you're using it, but it will at least keep your battery alive.

If you find the 24-inch screen too small on the ViewSonic XG2431, check out something bigger with the Gigabyte M27Q. Besides the larger screen, there are a few differences, as the Gigabyte has a higher 1440p resolution, but the trade-off is that it has a lower 170Hz refresh rate. It means it isn't ideal for high-frame-rate or competitive gaming, but if you want a higher resolution for a sharper image, you'll be happy with this one. Even though its motion handling isn't as good as the ViewSonic, it's still quick with minimal blur trail behind fast-moving objects, and there isn't any overshoot that results in inverse ghosting.

While it supports a high 170Hz refresh rate, this is only possible with a DisplayPort connection using an 8-bit signal and not 10-bit, meaning you'll see some banding in games, but this is only an issue if you want the best picture quality. It also has FreeSync VRR support with G-SYNC compatibility and low input lag, so you get a nearly tear-free and responsive gaming experience. It has a low contrast ratio, meaning blacks look gray in the dark, and if that's important to you, the Dell S2722DGM is a good alternative with higher contrast, but it has worse motion handling.

The Gigabyte M27Q X is the best monitor for Xbox One X. It's an excellent gaming monitor that's mainly designed for PC gaming because it has a fast 240Hz refresh rate, but it still offers excellent performance to use with the Xbox One X. With a 1440p resolution and fast refresh rate, you can use it to play 1440p games up 120 fps from the console, which is great if you like high-frame-rate gaming. If you prefer a sharper image for greater detail, it can also downscale a 4k image, which results in a sharper image than a native 1440p signal.

In terms of its gaming performance, it has a great response time both with 120Hz and 60Hz signals, meaning there isn't too much blur trail behind fast-moving objects. It has a backlight-strobing feature that reduces persistence blur, but it doesn't work below 80Hz, so it isn't helpful for 60 fps gaming. It also has low input lag for a responsive feel, and it remains low no matter the type of signal used.

If you want something bigger, consider the Gigabyte M27Q. There are trade-offs to getting this monitor over the ViewSonic XG2431 as it has a lower max refresh rate of 170Hz, and its backlight strobing feature isn't as versatile. However, it also has a larger screen with a 1440p resolution for sharper images and a more immersive gaming experience. Like the ViewSonic, it's an impressive gaming monitor as it has VRR support to reduce screen tearing, low input lag for a responsive feel, and a quick response time for smooth motion, but there's a bit more motion blur compared to the ViewSonic.

It's a great choice if you tend to game in a bright room because it gets bright enough to fight glare, and the reflection handling is decent. However, it doesn't look as good in dark rooms because blacks look gray on it. If you prefer something with better dark room gaming performance, consider the Dell S2722DGM, but it has worse motion handling, so the Gigabyte still offers the best gaming performance.

If you want something on a budget, there are a few options you can get that still have a USB-C input, like the Gigabyte M27Q. With a cheaper cost, there are a few sacrifices you need to make, as it has a lower 1440p resolution compared to the 4k screen of the Dell S2722QC. It means that text doesn't look as sharp, and because of the Gigabyte's BGR subpixel layout, there are some text clarity issues with programs that don't support it, but overall the text clarity is decent, and this won't be a big issue for most people. Besides that, it has a USB-C input that supports DisplayPort Alt Mode with only 10 W of power delivery, which isn't enough to charge your MacBook, but it at least keeps the battery going while working.

For the most part, there aren't any issues using this monitor with a MacBook, but in certain picture modes, there are flicker issues, so you have to ensure you don't use those modes. It has a few extra features usually found on higher-end models, like its KVM switch and Picture-by-Picture and Picture-in-Picture modes, making it a great choice for productivity and providing good value for a budget monitor.

If you want something cheaper, check out the Gigabyte M27Q X. It's a mid-range gaming monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate like the ASUS ROG Swift PG279QM, so you still get high-end gaming features for a lower cost. However, there are still a few trade-offs as it doesn't have native G-SYNC support like the ASUS, so you don't have access to NVIDIA's Reflex Latency Analyzer. However, it still has G-SYNC compatibility to reduce screen tearing with NVIDIA graphics cards over DisplayPort connections.

It also has slower response times than the ASUS, particularly with low-frame-rate signals, but if you play high-frame-rate games, you won't notice much blur trail behind fast-moving objects. It also has a backlight strobing feature to reduce persistence blur, and unlike many monitors, it works at the same time as the VRR support. The input lag is low, and the monitor has a few extra features, like a USB hub if you want to connect your keyboard and mouse directly to it or charge other devices.

If you're on a budget, there are still a few good 1440p gaming options you can get, like the Gigabyte M27Q. It's an older and lower-end version of the Gigabyte M27Q X that you can still get. Because it costs less, it has a lower 170Hz refresh rate, which is what you have to expect for a budget-friendly monitor, but because of this, it's also easier for your graphics card to reach the max refresh rate. Its overall gaming performance is similar to the M27Q X because it has excellent motion handling, VRR support, and low input lag for a smooth and responsive gaming experience.

One big difference is that this monitor has a different panel type with a BGR subpixel layout. It can negatively impact text clarity in some programs and games, but it doesn't affect the picture quality or gaming performance. While this monitor is a great choice for gaming in well-lit rooms as it gets bright, it has a low contrast that makes it less ideal for dark rooms. If you tend to game in the dark, the Dell S2722DGM has a higher contrast and is a good alternative, but it has worse motion handling.

While you'll need to pay a bit more for a USB-C monitor compared to ones without a USB-C port, there are a few budget-friendly USB-C monitors, like the Gigabyte M27Q. Unlike the Dell S2722QC, it has a lower 1440p resolution, so while the text clarity isn't as good, it's still decent, but this is a trade-off you need to make for a cheaper display. It has one USB-C port that supports only 10 W of power delivery, which is much lower than the S2722QC and isn't enough to charge your laptop, but you can display an image with this USB-C port, and you can still keep the laptop's battery going while working.

It has a few extra features, like a KVM switch that allows you to control multiple devices with the same keyboard and mouse connected to the display. It also has Picture-in-Picture and Picture-by-Picture modes that let you view images from those two sources simultaneously. While its ergonomics aren't as good as the more expensive monitors, it's still okay as you can adjust the height and tilt range, but you can't swivel it.

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 Hi, I'm Adam, a tester here at RTINGS.com where we help you find the best product for your needs. Make sure you subscribe to our channel for the latest videos or you can check out our website for the full review. The Gigabyte M27Q utilizes a 1440p, 170Hz, 27-inch IPS display

 If you have any insight on what's going on here, please reach out to us, we'd love to get a better understanding of this phenomenon. Overall, flipping the screen upside down can work in office setting, but can adversely affect a gaming experience. If you do have further concerns, you can check out our article about this on our website, link right here. Looking at the response time at the max 170 Hz refresh rate, we average a total response time of 8

 It's a great gaming monitor with its low input lag, outstanding response time, and high refresh rate. It can also be used as a home office monitor or for media creation thanks to a variety of additional features. These include a picture-in-picture, picture-by-picture mode, a USB-C port with DisplayPort Alt mode, and a KVM switch that lets you control two devices with your mouse and keyboard. What we will be looking at today is the design of the monitor and then move on to picture quality

 Monitors and TVs use BFI to reduce eye tracking blur in scenes. The M27Q does have the BFI feature, but take note that it cannot be enabled in VRR. For our gamers, let's go over what you'd expect for input lag on this monitor. You're looking at 3

The Gigabyte M27Q surprised us in terms of image quality and features! It boasts a 1440p 170Hz 27’’ IPS display at an impressive price. Its extra features, like the KVM switch, are nice additions as well. In this video, we’ll look at the design, picture quality, text clarity, and more to see if this really is the best all-around 1440p monitor.

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Model tested: Gigabyte M27Q 27" 170Hz 1440P KVM Gaming Monitor

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00:00 Intro
01:40 Design 
02:27 Inputs 
03:46 Picture Quality 
04:07 Contrast Ratio 
04:48 Local Dimming 
04:58 Viewing Angle 
05:17 Reflections 
05:44 Uniformity 
06:05 SDR Peak Brightness 
06:50 Calibration 
07:26 Color Volume & Gamut 
07:57 Gradient 
08:17 Text Clarity, and Pixels 
10:48 Motion 
10:54 Response Time 
11:20 Black Frame Insertion (BFI) 
11:34 Input Lag 
11:43 Overall 
13:26 Conclusion 
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