Buying Guide
The Best GIGABYTE Gaming Monitors
Four monitors compared, from the G25F2A to the MO27U2, with the trade-offs of each named.
By The PC Journal editorial team
11 min read4 products evaluated
Within GIGABYTE's line-up, panel and refresh rate vary more than the badge suggests. Every monitor here is made by GIGABYTE and refreshes at 120Hz or more, ordered by refresh rate.
This is a research roundup, not a lab test: refresh rate, resolution and size come from each maker's published specs; a missing HDR is flagged, not filled in, and no figure here comes from our own testing.
Quick Picks
Our 4 recommendations at a glance. Tap a pick for the full verdict.
Lowest Price Here
GIGABYTE G25F2A
The lowest price among these monitors at the time of writing.
Best for: Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build.
Our take Check price for GIGABYTE G25F2A (opens in a new tab)
W-OLED Panel
GIGABYTE GO27Q24G
A W-OLED panel.
Best for: Buyers who want a W-OLED panel.
Our take Check price for GIGABYTE GO27Q24G (opens in a new tab)
Premium Pick
GIGABYTE MO27U2
The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K.
Best for: Buyers who want the most complete package.
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Also Consider
GIGABYTE M27UP
A dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz.
Best for: Buyers who want dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz.
Our take Check price for GIGABYTE M27UP (opens in a new tab)
| Pick | Why it’s here | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The lowest price among these monitors at the time of writing. | Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build. | Check price for GIGABYTE G25F2A (opens in a new tab) |
| A W-OLED panel. | Buyers who want a W-OLED panel. | Check price for GIGABYTE GO27Q24G (opens in a new tab) |
| The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K. | Buyers who want the most complete package. | Check price for GIGABYTE MO27U2 (opens in a new tab) |
| A dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz. | Buyers who want dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz. | Check price for GIGABYTE M27UP (opens in a new tab) |
Our Picks
Lowest Price Here1 of 4
GIGABYTE G25F2A on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The G25F2A runs a 24.5-inch IPS panel at 240Hz with FreeSync Premium at a price that used to buy 144Hz.
Best for
- Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build.
Skip if
- Skip it if this is a deal-breaker for you: hDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification.
Why we like it
It is the pick for fast games. It matches the GO27Q24G and the MO27U2 on refresh rate (240Hz). On screen size it trails the group at 24.5 inches, while the GO27Q24G comes in at 27 inches.
No other pick in this guide offers a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution; compare the GO27Q24G, which has a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. Like the M27UP, it has a SuperSpeed IPS panel, while the GO27Q24G uses a W-OLED panel. No other pick in this guide offers a 120% sRGB color gamut; compare the MO27U2, which has a 99% DCI-P3 color gamut.
You also get a 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing. At 1080p, 240Hz is within reach of mid-range graphics cards in esports titles; use DisplayPort if your card's HDMI port is older. It undercut the M27UP and every other pick on price at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 1920x1080 (1080p)
- Size: 24.5 inches
- Panel: SuperSpeed IPS
- Response: 1ms
- HDR: HDR10
- Color gamut: 120% sRGB
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync Premium
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- a SuperSpeed IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 120% sRGB colour coverage
- FreeSync Premium to reduce screen tearing
Cons
- HDR10 support without a DisplayHDR certification
- Screen size trails the GO27Q24G (27 inches)
W-OLED Panel2 of 4
GIGABYTE GO27Q24G on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The GO27Q24G is the cheapest way to a 240Hz OLED panel here.
Best for
- Buyers who want a W-OLED panel.
Skip if
- Pass on it if oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element rules it out for your setup.
Why we like it
The maker publishes few details on ports and stand. It has a zero-bezel design on all four edges for multi-monitor rows, and a glossy WOLED coating keeps blacks deep in bright rooms. On refresh rate it ties with the G25F2A and the MO27U2 at 240Hz.
It matches the MO27U2 and the M27UP on screen size (27 inches). A 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution is unique to it among these picks, while the MO27U2 uses a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution. You also get a 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing.
To see 240Hz at 1440p, connect over DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1; older HDMI 2.0 ports cap the refresh rate lower. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. When we checked, only the M27UP and cheaper picks cost less, and the MO27U2 cost more.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 2560x1440 (1440p)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: W-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 1440p resolution, sharper than 1080p at 27 inches
- a W-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the G25F2A at the time of writing
Premium Pick3 of 4
GIGABYTE MO27U2 on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The MO27U2 uses a QD-OLED panel at 4K and 240Hz, the fastest here, with 99% DCI-P3.
Best for
- Buyers who want the most complete package.
Skip if
- Worth skipping when oLED burn-in risk with static desktop element is a problem.
Why we like it
It needs a top-end card to use it fully. On refresh rate it ties with the G25F2A and the GO27Q24G at 240Hz. It matches the GO27Q24G and the M27UP on screen size (27 inches).
It shares a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution with the M27UP; the GO27Q24G goes with a 2560x1440 (1440p) resolution. A QD-OLED panel is unique to it among these picks, while the M27UP uses a SuperSpeed IPS panel. A 99% DCI-P3 color gamut is unique to it among these picks, while the M27UP uses a 125% sRGB color gamut.
Reaching 240Hz at 4K needs DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC or HDMI 2.1 on your graphics card, and a GPU able to render well above 100fps at 4K. Leave the maker's pixel-refresh routines enabled and hide static taskbars to limit burn-in risk. At our last price check it topped the group, with the GO27Q24G the nearest cheaper option.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 240Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: QD-OLED
- Response: 0.03ms
- Color gamut: 99% DCI-P3
- Adaptive sync: FreeSync Premium Pro
Pros
- a 240Hz refresh rate for fast motion
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a QD-OLED panel with per-pixel contrast
- 99% DCI-P3 colour coverage
Cons
- OLED burn-in risk with static desktop elements
- Costs more than the G25F2A at the time of writing
Also Consider4 of 4
GIGABYTE M27UP on Amazon (opens in a new tab)
The M27UP offers 4K at 160Hz with DisplayHDR 400 and a 1080p 320Hz mode at a lower price.
Best for
- Buyers who want dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz.
Skip if
- Skip it if refresh rate matters most to you; the G25F2A offers 240Hz.
Why we like it
Its 160Hz refresh rate is the lowest in this group; the G25F2A leads at 240Hz. On screen size it ties with the GO27Q24G and the MO27U2 at 27 inches. Like the MO27U2, it has a 3840x2160 (4K) resolution, while the G25F2A uses a 1920x1080 (1080p) resolution.
Like the G25F2A, it has a SuperSpeed IPS panel, while the GO27Q24G uses a W-OLED panel. No other pick in this guide offers a 125% sRGB color gamut; compare the G25F2A, which has a 120% sRGB color gamut. Reaching 160Hz at 4K needs DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC or HDMI 2.1 on your graphics card, and a GPU able to render well above 100fps at 4K. On price it sat second of 4, between the cheaper G25F2A and the pricier GO27Q24G, at the time of writing.
Key dimensions & specs
- Refresh rate: 160Hz
- Resolution: 3840x2160 (4K)
- Size: 27 inches
- Panel: SuperSpeed IPS
- Response: 1ms
- HDR: DisplayHDR 400
- Color gamut: 125% sRGB
Pros
- 160Hz for smoother motion than a 60Hz office screen
- 4K resolution for sharp text and detail
- a SuperSpeed IPS panel with wide viewing angles
- 125% sRGB colour coverage
Cons
- Refresh rate trails the G25F2A (240Hz)
- Costs more than the G25F2A at the time of writing
How We Chose These GIGABYTE Gaming Monitors
Each pick was assessed across 4 criteria weighted for real-world use.
- The figures behind the order
- We set side by side four monitors on refresh rate, resolution, screen size and panel as the makers state them. We did not test them in-house.
- The shared baseline
- All 4, from the G25F2A to the M27UP, state refresh rate, resolution and screen size.
- Where the specs have gaps
- The GO27Q24G and the MO27U2 give no HDR; the GO27Q24G gives no color gamut.
- Price range
- At our last check the picks ran from the G25F2A ($50 to $100) to the MO27U2 ($500 to $1000).
What to Look for in a GIGABYTE Gaming Monitor
Key buying criteria so you get the right fit the first time.
Refresh rate
Here refresh rate runs from 160Hz on the M27UP to 240Hz on the G25F2A. The G25F2A is the pick for refresh rate.
How much screen size you need
Here screen size runs from 24.5 inches on the G25F2A to 27 inches on the GO27Q24G. Start with the GO27Q24G if screen size decides it.
Panel
The G25F2A and the M27UP list SuperSpeed IPS; the GO27Q24G lists W-OLED; the MO27U2 lists QD-OLED.
Response
The G25F2A and the M27UP list 1ms; the GO27Q24G and the MO27U2 list 0.03ms. Settle this first, then compare prices.
Features beyond the spec table
The GO27Q24G: a 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing. The MO27U2: a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K. The M27UP: a dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz.
How to Choose a GIGABYTE Gaming Monitor
By priority
| Priority | Consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build | G25F2A | The lowest price among these monitors at the time of writing |
| Buyers who want a W-OLED panel | GO27Q24G | A W-OLED panel |
| Buyers who want the most complete package | MO27U2 | The highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K |
| Buyers who want dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz | M27UP | A dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz |
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Key specs side by side
The G25F2A leads on refresh rate at 240Hz, ahead of the GO27Q24G at 240Hz.
| Monitor | Refresh rate | Resolution | Size | Panel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G25F2A | 240Hz | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 24.5 inches | SuperSpeed IPS |
| GO27Q24G | 240Hz | 2560x1440 (1440p) | 27 inches | W-OLED |
| MO27U2 | 240Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 27 inches | QD-OLED |
| M27UP | 160Hz | 3840x2160 (4K) | 27 inches | SuperSpeed IPS |
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By price at the time of writing
The G25F2A was the lowest-priced pick and the MO27U2 the highest when we checked; tiers move with Amazon pricing.
| Price tier | Monitors |
|---|---|
| About $50 to $100 | G25F2A |
| About $250 to $500 | M27UP, GO27Q24G |
| About $500 to $1000 | MO27U2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the MO27U2 worth paying more than the G25F2A?
On paper it adds screen size (27 inches against 24.5 inches). The G25F2A was the lowest-priced pick when we checked, so pay the difference only if those gains matter to you.
What makes the GO27Q24G the W-OLED Panel?
It earns the label for a W-OLED panel. It suits anyone who wants a W-OLED panel.
Do the G25F2A and the GO27Q24G differ on resolution?
The G25F2A uses 1920x1080 (1080p); the GO27Q24G uses 2560x1440 (1440p); the MO27U2 and the M27UP use 3840x2160 (4K).
Beyond the specs, what sets the G25F2A and the GO27Q24G apart?
The G25F2A: a 240Hz refresh rate under $100 at the time of writing. The GO27Q24G: a 240Hz OLED panel at an entry-level OLED price at the time of writing. The MO27U2: a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K.
Should I pick the G25F2A or the M27UP?
The G25F2A suits buyers who would rather put the savings elsewhere in the build; the M27UP suits buyers who want dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz.
Bottom Line
Our first pick is the G25F2A, chosen for the lowest price among these monitors at the time of writing. Look at the GO27Q24G for a W-OLED panel, the MO27U2 for the highest-priced pick here at the time of writing, with a 240Hz QD-OLED panel at 4K and the M27UP for a dual mode that switches to 1080p at 320Hz if those matter more to you.
Check that your GPU has the port the monitor needs for its full refresh rate.