Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
LG UltraGear 27GS75Q-B 27" Black
What Buyers Say
Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
This Sceptre 27" 1080p 165Hz gaming monitor is widely praised as a great budget option for both work and play. Users highlight the sharp 1080p resolution at 27", smooth 165Hz refresh rate (via DisplayPort), and solid build quality for the price. Common complaints include a flimsy stand, poor built-in speakers, and occasional dead-on-arrival DisplayPort cables, but most agree these are minor issues given the value.
Pros
- Sharp 1080p picture at 27"
- Smooth 165Hz refresh rate
- Great value for the price
- Slim bezel design
- Includes DisplayPort cable
Cons
- Flimsy plastic stand
- Poor built-in speakers
- Occasional dead DisplayPort cable
- 144Hz max via HDMI
- Non-adjustable height
LG UltraGear 27GS75Q-B 27" Black
The LG UltraGear monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from users, who praise its stunning QHD resolution, smooth 180Hz refresh rate, and vibrant colors. It is considered a significant upgrade from 1080p, especially for gaming and video editing, with support for both G-SYNC and FreeSync. The only minor complaint is the difficulty in adjusting brightness, but overall it is highly recommended for its performance and value.
Pros
- Stunning QHD resolution upgrade from 1080p
- Smooth 180Hz refresh rate
- Vibrant and accurate colors
- Supports G-SYNC and FreeSync
- Fast 1ms response time
Cons
- Difficulty adjusting brightness
- No height adjustment mentioned
- Limited information on color gamut
Scores
Specifications
| Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" | LG UltraGear 27GS75Q-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | — | glossy |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz | 180 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 1 ms | 1 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | G-Sync Compatible★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 300 nits | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB | 99% sRGB |
| HDR | — | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| Power | — | 29W★ |
| Weight | 3.29 kg★ | 5.99 kg |
Pros & Cons
Sceptre IPS 27 inch Gaming LED Monitor E275B-FPT165 27" Machine Black 2022
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong performance (77th percentile)
- Strong user sentiment (75th percentile)
- Below average ergonomic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
LG UltraGear 27GS75Q-B 27" Black
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile
Verdict
Scores 83 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 27 specs.