If you're a competitive gamer valuing fast response times and exceptional contrast, the Cooler Master GZ2711 with its superior performance in ghosting and contrast might be worth the investment. However, if budget is a concern and you're focused on casual gaming, productivity, and general use, the KTC H27T22 will provide good performance at a more affordable price. Keep in mind that while the Cooler Master offers a slight edge for HDR gaming and media, its overall brightness is weaker, affecting its media consumption experience. The KTC H27T22, on the other hand, is not suitable for HDR content but offers a balance for everyday tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED)
Best in class for casual gaming
Best in class for competitive gaming
Good for media consumption
Very good refresh rate
Best in class contrast
Good brightness
Best in class response time
Advantages of the KTC H27T22 (IPS)
Good text clarity
Key differences
Casual Gaming
9.7/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
450 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
98.5 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
94.6 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED) is best in class for casual gaming, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is poor.
Competitive Gaming
9.6/10
5.8/10
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
0.3 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.0 ms
48 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 165 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
450 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
The Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
7.9/10
5.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
450 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
350 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED) is good for media consumption, while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$900
$210
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED) has a price of $900 and the KTC H27T22 (IPS) costs $210.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
No
The Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED) is suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED) is suitable for print photo editing while the KTC H27T22 (IPS) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
Productivity
5.8/10
6.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
109 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers KTC H27T22 (IPS) to be only fair for productivity, while the Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED) is poor.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED) and KTC H27T22 (IPS) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Cooler Master GZ2711 (W-OLED) and KTC H27T22 (IPS) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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"The KTC H27T22 is an excellent gaming monitor for the money thanks to its fully adjsutable stand, plethora of features and 1440p IPS panel with a wide color gamut, high peak brightness, quick response time and smooth VRR performance."
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