Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA 27" Black 2025
BenQ ZOWIE XL2586X+ 24.1" Black 2025
What Buyers Say
Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA 27" Black 2025
This QD-OLED monitor delivers outstanding picture quality and color accuracy at a very competitive price, especially when bought on sale. Users praise its 240Hz refresh rate, glossy screen for vibrant HDR gaming, and elegant stand. While the built-in speakers are weak and it lacks DP 2.1, the overall value and performance are highly rated, with AI features noted as helpful for burn-in prevention.
Pros
- outstanding picture quality
- great color accuracy
- 240Hz refresh rate
- glossy screen for HDR
- elegant stand
Cons
- weak built-in speakers
- no DP 2.1 support
- glossy screen reflections in bright rooms
BenQ ZOWIE XL2586X+ 24.1" Black 2025
The BenQ Zowie XL2586X+ monitor receives high praise for its exceptional quality, motion handling, and suitability for competitive gaming, with users calling it the best and praising the supplier's service. However, one reviewer notes that if you already own a 360Hz or 480Hz monitor, the upgrade to 600Hz may not feel significantly different, possibly due to age. Overall, sentiment is positive, with minor caveats about the perceived benefit of the high refresh rate.
Pros
- Exceptional quality
- Superb motion handling
- Great for competitive gaming
- Fast and reliable service
Cons
- Minimal difference from 360Hz/480Hz
- Perceived benefit may be age-dependent
Scores
Specifications
| Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA 27" | BenQ ZOWIE XL2586X+ 24.1" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 24.1" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | OLED★ | TN |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 600 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | Adaptive-Sync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 320 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | 16.7 Million Colors |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | 8-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 1★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓★ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 45W★ | 65W |
| Weight | 7.11 kg★ | 11.34 kg |
Pros & Cons
Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong ergonomic (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
BenQ ZOWIE XL2586X+ 24.1" Black 2025
- Strong connectivity (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (76th percentile)
- Strong performance (73rd percentile)
- Strong feature (73rd percentile)
- Below average display (8th percentile)8th %ile
Pricing
Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA 27" Black 2025 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 29 specs.
