Pixio PX278 Wave Blue PX278WAVEB 27" 2024
The combination of a 180Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and 2560x1440 IPS panel minimizes motion blur for fast-paced gameplay. Its 96.5% DCI-P3 color coverage and distinctive blue chassis provide both vibrant visuals and a unique aesthetic not common in budget monitors. This monitor suits competitive gamers who need fluid 1440p performance without spending on premium-tier displays.
Screen 27"
Resolution 2560 x 1440
Panel IPS
Refresh 180 Hz
response time ms 1
adaptive sync FreeSync
66 Overall Score
Price £200
Snapshot
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 (QHD) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 180 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 350 nits |
| Color Gamut | 135.76% sRGB | 96.50% DCI-P3 | 92.95% NTSC |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| Speakers | Yes |
Ergonomics
| VESA Mount | 75x75 |
Features
| Weight | 6.4 kg / 14.2 lbs |
vs Competition
| Spec | Pixio PX278 Wave Blue PX278WAVEB 27" | ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG | MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B | Samsung Odyssey G7 G75F | Alienware AW-Series AW2725D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 | 26.5 | 27 | 27 | 37 | 27 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED | QD-OLED | OLED | VA | QD-OLED |
| Refresh Rate | 180 | 240 | 240 | 480 | 165 | 280 |
| Response Time Ms | 1 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 0.029999999329447746 | 1 | 0.029999999329447746 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Hdr | - | HDR10 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 | HDR10+ | DisplayHDR 400 True Black |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Portability | Display | Feature | User Sentiment | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pixio PX278 Wave Blue PX278WAVEB 27" | 77.6 | 42.7 | 72.8 | 24.5 | 88.6 | 42.7 | 84.5 | 71.4 | 90.6 |
| ASUS ROG Strix XG27AQDMG Compare | 97.2 | 72.1 | 78.7 | 73.8 | 95.5 | 91.9 | 98.4 | 94.6 | 90.6 |
| MSI MAG 271QPX QD-OLED E2 Compare | 99.2 | 63.5 | 79.4 | 87.2 | 95.5 | 91.9 | 98.4 | 84.9 | 99.4 |
| LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B Compare | 83.1 | 63.5 | 79.4 | 73.8 | 95.5 | 91.9 | 99.8 | 98.5 | 99.4 |
| Samsung Odyssey G7 G75F Compare | 90.8 | 56 | 93.5 | 92.3 | 57.7 | 76.5 | 80.6 | 98.5 | 98.2 |
| Alienware AW-Series AW2725D Compare | 98.7 | 81.7 | 79.4 | 73.8 | 95.5 | 91.9 | 99.4 | 96.2 | 99.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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