Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" Black
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
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
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
The LG UltraGear 27-inch OLED gaming monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning OLED picture quality, incredibly high 480Hz refresh rate, and ultra-fast 0.03ms response time. Users describe it as a game-changer for competitive gaming, offering fluid motion and deep blacks. Common drawbacks include the high price, the need for a powerful GPU to reach 480Hz, and the lack of built-in speakers. Overall, it is highly recommended for serious gamers who can afford the premium.
Pros
- Stunning OLED picture quality
- Incredibly smooth 480Hz refresh rate
- Ultra-fast 0.03ms response time
- Deep blacks and vibrant colors
- Solid build and ergonomic stand
Cons
- High price point
- Requires powerful GPU for 480Hz
- No built-in speakers
- SDR brightness lower than LCD rivals
- Potential burn-in risk with OLED
Scores
Specifications
| Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" | LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 210 Hz | 480 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 350 nits★ | 275 nits |
| Color Gamut | 94% DCI-P3 / 123% sRGB | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | HDR10 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR10 | HDR10 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | — | 3★ |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | 21W★ | — |
| Weight | 5.66 kg★ | 9.30 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)
LG UltraGear 27GX790A-B 27" Black 2025
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Gigabyte G-Series G27Q20 27" Black offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 95 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 29 specs.
