Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" Black
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
What Buyers Say
Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" Black
The GIGABYTE G27Q20 monitor receives mostly positive feedback for its sharp 2K resolution, vibrant colors, and excellent value for money. Users praise the ergonomic stand and smooth 200Hz refresh rate, though one unit arrived dead on arrival and another had a minor screen scratch. Overall, it's seen as a great budget-friendly option for both work and gaming.
Pros
- Sharp 2K resolution
- Vibrant colors
- Excellent value for money
- Ergonomic stand
- Smooth 200Hz refresh rate
Cons
- Dead on arrival unit
- Minor screen scratch
- Off-brand quality concerns
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
The BenQ MA270U is overwhelmingly praised by Mac users for its exceptional color accuracy and sharpness, which closely matches Apple's Retina display. Reviewers highlight the easy USB-C connectivity, matte finish that reduces glare, and the value it offers at a fraction of the cost of Apple's own monitor. A few users note the premium price, but most agree it is worth the investment for a high-quality external display.
Pros
- Exceptional color accuracy and sharpness
- Easy USB-C connectivity
- Matte finish reduces glare
- Great value compared to Apple monitor
- Simple and quick setup
Cons
- Premium price point
- No built-in webcam
- Requires AC power, not USB-powered
- No built-in speakers mentioned by some
Scores
Specifications
| Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" | BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 210 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium★ | — |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 94% DCI-P3 / 123% sRGB | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | — | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | N/A |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | 21W★ | 40W |
| Weight | 5.66 kg★ | 8.20 kg |
Pros & Cons
Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" Black
- Strong performance (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong color (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong display (72nd percentile)
- Below average portability (28th percentile)
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
Pricing
Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" Black offers 2.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 30 specs.
