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Updated April 11, 2024·
If you prioritize a higher resolution for detailed images and media consumption, the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) with its larger screen and higher resolution would be beneficial. However, if cost is a concern and you're focused on competitive gaming, the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) offers a very good refresh rate at a lower price point, though at a lower resolution. The M32UC shines for productivity with its larger size and higher resolution, but for those who want good color accuracy for photo editing, the M27Q-X (IPS) stands out. Be aware that the M27Q-X might not be as suitable for HDR gaming and media as the M32UC. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS)
- Very good for competitive gaming
- Very good refresh rate
- Very good response time
Advantages of the Gigabyte M32UC (VA)
- Good for casual gaming
- Best in class for productivity
- Good for media consumption
Key differences
Casual Gaming
6.5
7.3
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
1088:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2776:1
459 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
508 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
506 nits
73.0 %
DCI-P3 COLOR GAMUT
85.4 %
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good for casual gaming, while the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is only fair.
Competitive Gaming
8.0
4.7
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
160Hz
6.8 ms
TOTAL RESPONSE TIME
8.7 ms
20 - 240 Hz
VARIABLE REFRESH RATE
20 - 144 Hz
Yes
STROBING / BFI
Yes
459 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is very good for competitive gaming, while the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is poor.
Productivity
6.5
9.6
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
109 PPI
PIXELS PER INCH
139 PPI
Yes
ADJUSTABLE STAND
Yes
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is best in class for productivity, while the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is only fair.
Media Consumption
6.1
7.3
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
1088:1
NATIVE CONTRAST
2776:1
459 nits
SDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
500 nits
508 nits
HDR PEAK BRIGHTNESS
506 nits
Matte
COATING
Matte
The Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is good for media consumption, while the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is only fair.
Cost
$365
$550
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) has a price of $365 and the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) costs $550.
Digital Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is suitable for digital photo editing while the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is not suitable for digital photo editing.
Print Photo Editing
Yes
No
The Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) is suitable for print photo editing while the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) is not suitable for print photo editing.
Key similarities
HDR Gaming and Media Consumption
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are not suitable for HDR gaming and media consumption.
HDR Video Editing and Color Grading
No
No
Both the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and Gigabyte M32UC (VA) are not suitable for HDR video editing and color grading.
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How the Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) and the Gigabyte M32UC (VA) compare to other monitors
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS) | Gigabyte M32UC (VA) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$365 | $550 | ||
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 27" | 32" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Screen Type | |||
Screen Type | LED | LED | |
Screen Sub-type | |||
Screen Sub-type | IPS | VA | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 160Hz | |
COLOR, CONTRAST & BRIGHTNESS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Native Contrast | |||
Native Contrast | 1088:1 | 2776:1 | |
SDR Peak Brightness | |||
SDR Peak Brightness | 459 nits | 500 nits | |
HDR Peak Brightness | |||
HDR Peak Brightness | 508 nits | 506 nits | |
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | |||
Suitable for HDR Gaming and Media Consumption | No | No | |
sRGB Color Gamut | |||
sRGB Color Gamut | 100.1 % | 95.8 % | |
MOTION CHARACTERISTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total Response Time | |||
Total Response Time | 6.8 ms | 8.7 ms | |
Variable Refresh Rate | |||
Variable Refresh Rate | 20 - 240 Hz | 20 - 144 Hz | |
Strobing / BFI | |||
Strobing / BFI | Yes | Yes | |
Persistence Blur Score | |||
Persistence Blur Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Ghosting Score | |||
Ghosting Score | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
TEXT & IMAGE CLARITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 109 PPI | 139 PPI | |
Coating | |||
Coating | Matte | Matte | |
Text Clarity Score | |||
Text Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Image Clarity Score | |||
Image Clarity Score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
PORTS & CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
HDMI 1.4 Ports | |||
HDMI 1.4 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.0 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.0 Ports | 2 | 0 | |
HDMI 2.1 Ports | |||
HDMI 2.1 Ports | 0 | 1 | |
Micro HDMI Ports | |||
Micro HDMI Ports | 0 | 0 | |
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | |||
DisplayPort 1.2 Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Gigabyte M27Q-X (IPS)
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PC Mag
Zachery Cuevas | August 2022
"The company delivers again with the Gigabyte M27Q X, a 1440p monitor that comes equipped with just about everything you want and need from a gaming monitor. It may not be a 4K panel, but it more than makes up for its lower resolution in performance, bringing a whopping 240Hz refresh rate and a host of unusual features, including an onboard KVM and plenty of ports. It's a great performer, though low brightness levels and a so-so contrast ratio keep it short of top marks."
Gigabyte M32UC (VA)
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Tom's Hardware
Christian Eberle | December 2022
"The Gigabyte M32UC is a terrific value. For around $600, you get a full-featured 4K gaming monitor with top-shelf video processing, a colorful bright image and a form factor suited for both work and play."
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