Gigabyte M Series 27 inch 27" Review
Gigabyte's 27" OLED combines 4K resolution, a 240Hz refresh rate, and stunning picture quality for a price that feels wrong. This might be the best gaming monitor you can buy right now.
The 30-Second Version
This Gigabyte OLED is a 4K 240Hz masterpiece that doesn't cost a fortune. It's the monitor that makes us question why anyone would pay more.
Overview
This Gigabyte OLED is the monitor you buy when you've decided to stop messing around. It's a 27-inch 4K screen that runs at a blistering 240Hz, and the single most important thing to know is that it makes everything look incredible. The combination of OLED's perfect blacks and that ultra-high refresh rate creates a gaming experience that's genuinely hard to walk away from. It's not just for games, either. With 99% DCI-P3 color coverage and a full KVM switch built in, it's a shockingly good all-rounder for the price.
Performance
The numbers tell a clear story: this thing is a beast. Its display quality lands in the 98th percentile in our database, which is just silly for a monitor in this price range. The 0.03ms response time is basically instant, so you get zero ghosting or smearing in fast-paced games. What surprised us was the ergonomics scoring in the 93rd percentile. You get a full range of height, tilt, swivel, and pivot adjustments right out of the box, which is rare for a gaming-focused screen and makes it way more versatile for work.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong color (100th percentile) 100th
- Strong display (98th percentile) 98th
- Strong ergonomic (92th percentile) 92th
- Strong connectivity (89th percentile) 89th
Cons
- Below average compact (28th percentile) 28th
The Word on the Street
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 (4K UHD) |
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 1000 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 CIE1976 coverage |
| HDR | HDR400 |
| HDR Support | HDR400 |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| Speakers | No |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | Yes |
| Tilt | Yes |
| Swivel | Yes |
| Pivot | Yes |
Features
| Webcam | No |
| Weight | 10.0 kg / 22.0 lbs |
Value & Pricing
At around $700, this is an absolute steal. You're getting near-top-tier OLED performance and features that usually cost hundreds more. Forget upgrading your graphics card first—this monitor will make your entire setup feel next-gen.
Price History
vs Competition
The most direct competitor is the ASUS ROG Swift 32" 4K QD-OLED. It's bigger and often brighter, but it's also significantly more expensive. If you want a massive screen, the Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 is a different beast entirely with its super-ultrawide format. But for a sharp, fast, all-purpose 4K display, this Gigabyte gives you 95% of the experience for a lot less cash. The MSI MPG 32" model is similar, but its larger size can make the 4K pixel density less sharp.
| Spec | Gigabyte M Series 27 inch 27" | LG UltraGear LG - UltraGear 27" IPS Dual Mode (4K UHD 180Hz, | MSI MPG MSI 32" UHD 4K 240Hz G-Sync Compatible 0.03ms | Samsung Odyssey Neo Samsung - 57" Odyssey Neo G9 Dual 4K UHD Quantum | ASUS ROG Swift ASUS ROG Swift 32" 4K OLED Gaming Monitor PG32UCDP | Apple Studio Display Apple - Studio Display - Standard glass - |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 | 27 | 32 | 57 | 32 | 27 |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 7680 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 5120 x 2880 |
| Panel Type | OLED | IPS | OLED | VA | OLED | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 240 | 180 | 240 | 240 | 240 | 60 |
| Response Time Ms | - | 1 | 0 | 1 | - | - |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible | G-Sync Compatible | G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro | G-Sync Compatible | - |
| Hdr | HDR400 | HDR400 | HDR400 | HDR10+ | HDR10 | ✗ |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Color | Compact | Display | Feature | Ergonomic | Performance | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gigabyte M Series 27 inch 27" | 99.7 | 28.2 | 97.6 | 82.4 | 91.9 | 81.3 | 89.4 | 70.7 |
| LG UltraGear 27" Dual Mode Compare | 89.8 | 80.4 | 90.5 | 82.4 | 96.5 | 94.1 | 99.9 | 97.3 |
| MSI MPG 32" Compare | 99 | 72.4 | 98.7 | 82.4 | 96.5 | 99.9 | 96.7 | 73.7 |
| Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 57" Dual Compare | 99.4 | 50.4 | 99.6 | 82.4 | 87.8 | 96.3 | 99.4 | 99.3 |
| ASUS ROG Swift 32" Compare | 99.9 | 72.4 | 98.7 | 82.4 | 87.8 | 81.3 | 96.7 | 97.3 |
| Apple Studio Display Studio Display Standard glass Tilt-adjustable stand Compare | 96.7 | 80.4 | 99.4 | 99.6 | 72.3 | 22.5 | 96 | 98.1 |
Common Questions
Q: Is the color accuracy good enough for photo editing?
Yes, absolutely. With 99% DCI-P3 and a factory color report, it's highly accurate out of the box. Just remember, OLEDs aren't as bright as dedicated professional monitors, so it's best for dimmer environments.
Q: What's the deal with the KVM switch?
It's a killer feature. Plug your keyboard, mouse, and a video source (like a laptop) into the monitor's USB-C port, and you can control two computers with one set of peripherals. It's a huge time-saver if you switch between a gaming PC and a work machine.
Q: Do I need a special graphics card to use the 240Hz refresh rate?
You'll need a modern GPU with DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.1, like an RTX 3000/4000 series or RX 6000/7000 series card, to hit 4K 240Hz. Older cards might be limited to lower refresh rates at this resolution.
Who Should Skip This
If you game in a super bright room with lots of glare, skip this. OLEDs can struggle with reflections. Go get a bright IPS mini-LED monitor instead. Also, if you're on a tight budget and your PC can't handle 4K gaming, you're better off with a great 1440p high-refresh monitor.
Verdict
If you have a PC powerful enough to push high frame rates at 4K and you want one of the best gaming experiences money can buy, buy this monitor. It's that simple. The performance is elite, the picture quality is breathtaking, and the price is almost too good to be true. This is our new top pick for high-end 4K gaming.