Z-Edge UG27 27" Black 2020

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1,737)

The 200Hz refresh rate, 1ms MPRT response, and FreeSync on its 27-inch 1500R VA panel deliver tear-free motion ideal for competitive play. An ultra-slim bezel, 350-nit brightness, and 178° viewing angles provide an immersive, modern look at a value price point. This monitor is best for budget-minded esports gamers who need smooth 1080p performance without the cost of higher-resolution displays.

Screen 27
Resolution 1920 x 1080
Panel VA
Refresh 200 Hz
response time ms 1
adaptive sync FreeSync
Z-Edge UG27 27" Black 2020 monitor
59 Overall Score
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Snapshot

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong performance (85th percentile) 85th
  • Strong social proof (83th percentile) 83th

Cons

  • Below average compact (32th percentile)

What owners think

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
1★2★3★4★5★Q3 '22: 4.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '23: 1.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '24: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '25: 1.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '25: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ1 '26: 5.0★ · 4 reviewsQ2 '26: 5.0★ · 2 reviews1111142Q3 '22Q3 '23Q4 '24Q3 '25Q4 '25Q1 '26Q2 '26
Avg ratingHappy (4-5★)Unhappy (1-2★)Bar height = number of reviews

Based on 11 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

Performance Percentiles

Color 60.1
Portability 32.3
Display 43.1
Feature 51.7
Ergonomic 49.3
Performance 85.4
Connectivity 43.2
Social Proof 82.6

Specifications

Full Specifications

Display

Size 27"
Resolution 1920 (Full HD)
Panel Type VA
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Curved Yes
Curvature 1500

Performance

Refresh Rate 200 Hz
Response Time 1
Adaptive Sync FreeSync

Color & HDR

Brightness 350 nits
Color Gamut 16.7M Colors

Connectivity

HDMI Ports 1
DisplayPort 1
USB-C 0
Speakers No
Headphone Jack Yes

Ergonomics

Height Adjustable No
Tilt Yes
Swivel No
Pivot No
VESA Mount 100x100

Features

Webcam No
Power 32
Weight 3.5 kg / 7.7 lbs

vs Competition

Spec Z-Edge UG27 27" ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 G60SF Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW
Screen Size 27 26.5 27 27 27 34
Resolution 1920 x 1080 2560 x 1440 2560 x 1440 3840 x 2160 2560 x 1440 3440x1440
Panel Type VA OLED OLED OLED QD-OLED QD-OLED
Refresh Rate 200 240 480 240 500 240
Response Time Ms 1 0.029999999329447746 0.029999999329447746 0.029999999329447746 0.029999999329447746 0.029999999329447746
Adaptive Sync FreeSync FreeSync Premium Pro FreeSync Premium Pro G-Sync Compatible FreeSync Premium Pro FreeSync Premium Pro
Hdr - HDR10 HDR10 DisplayHDR True Black 400 HDR10+ DisplayHDR 400 True Black
Compare Compare Compare Compare Compare
Product ColorCompactDisplayFeatureErgonomicPerformanceConnectivitySocial Proof
Z-Edge UG27 27" 60.132.343.151.749.385.443.282.6
ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Compare 96.57475.772.690.697.993.286.4
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B Compare 84.964.176.672.690.699.79898.4
MSI MPG 272URX QD-OLED Compare 95.964.197.386.590.697.982.475
Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 G60SF Compare 9464.176.672.690.699.99871.5
Alienware AW-Series AW3425DW Compare 98.38085.69290.697.995.495.7

Price

Value & Pricing

From CA$275 1 offers across 1 retailers
Amazon.ca 1 offers From CA$275
CA$275

Usage Scores

Overall (59)Gaming (58.7)Office (51.9)Creative (38.4)Portable (11.4)Professional (39)Entertainment (48.1)

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