If you're looking for an immersive media consumption experience and HDR gaming, the Gigabyte CO49DQ with its larger screen is an excellent choice, but it's more costly and not as well-suited for competitive gaming due to its size and response rate. The Gigabyte FO27Q3, on the other hand, offers a high refresh rate and quick response, making it a superior option for competitive gaming at a lower price. Despite its smaller size, it also provides good HDR performance and is suitable for productivity. If budget is a concern and you prioritize gaming and everyday tasks, the FO27Q3 might be the better value. However, if you prioritize a more expansive view for media and casual gaming, and are willing to invest more, the CO49DQ would serve you well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED)
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED).
Advantages of the Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED)
Best in class for competitive gaming
Best in class refresh rate
Good image clarity
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.5/10
10.0/10
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
0.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
0.0 ms
48 - 144 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 360 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
The Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED) is best in class for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is poor.
Cost
$1,100
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) has a price of $1,100 and the Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED) costs $800.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
9.9/10
10.0/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
99.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) are both best in class for casual gaming.
Productivity
5.8/10
6.0/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
108 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
110 PPI
No
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED) to be only fair for productivity, while the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) is poor.
Media Consumption
9.8/10
9.8/10
5120 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Inf:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
Inf:1
1000 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
1000 nits
Unknown
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
Unknown
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) are both best in class for media consumption.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED) are suitable for digital photo editing.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED) are suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
Yes
Both the Gigabyte CO49DQ (QD-OLED) and Gigabyte FO27Q3 (QD-OLED) are suitable for print photo editing.
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