If you prioritize competitive gaming and have a higher budget, the Gigabyte FI32Q-X with its larger screen may serve you well due to its better refresh rates and response time, offering smoother gameplay. However, for less intensive gaming and general media consumption, the Innocn 27G1S offers good performance at a lower cost. The Innocn's smaller screen might be more suitable for typical desk setups and its good contrast lends itself well to consuming media, though it's not ideal for HDR content. Neither is particularly suited for serious photo or video editing, but for everyday use or gaming, each has its merits depending on your budget and specific needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS)
Good brightness
Advantages of the Innocn 27G1S (VA)
Very good for competitive gaming
Very good response time
Key differences
Competitive Gaming
5.3/10
8.0/10
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
8.0 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
5.0 ms
48 - 270 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
48 - 240 Hz
No
STROBING / BFI
No
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
The Innocn 27G1S (VA) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Productivity
4.8/10
6.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
91 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
108 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27G1S (VA) is only fair for productivity, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Media Consumption
5.4/10
6.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Innocn 27G1S (VA) is only fair for media consumption, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
Cost
$500
$270
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) has a price of $500 and the Innocn 27G1S (VA) costs $270.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Innocn 27G1S (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Key similarities
Casual Gaming
5.9/10
6.3/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
270Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
1000:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
1000:1
400 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
600 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
300 nits
99.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
96.0 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Innocn 27G1S (VA) to be only fair for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) is poor.
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and Innocn 27G1S (VA) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and Innocn 27G1S (VA) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
Print Photo Editing
No
No
Both the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and Innocn 27G1S (VA) are not suitable for print photo editing.
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How the Gigabyte FI32Q-X (IPS) and the Innocn 27G1S (VA) compare to other monitors
"The monitor is a sweet spot for gamers who want something faster than 165 Hz while keeping the benefits of fast response times and relative affordability. The VA panel is now more competitive against many IPS options."
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