GIGABYTE G27Q3 vs GIGABYTE G27Q26 Comparison
The GIGABYTE G27Q26 is the better gaming monitor, mainly because its 275Hz refresh rate is far higher than the 144Hz of the G27Q3, while both retain 1ms response time, FreeSync and core gaming features. The G27Q26 also has the advantage of 500 cd/m² peak brightness and NVIDIA G-Sync support, whereas the G27Q3 offers broader listed color coverage at 140% sRGB and 98% DCI-P3. Both are 27-inch QHD IPS monitors with 109 PPI and matte anti-glare screens. For competitive gaming, choose the G27Q26; for more color-focused everyday use, the G27Q3 remains a capable alternative.
The G27Q26 has a major advantage in refresh rate, reaching 275Hz compared with 144Hz on the G27Q3. Both list a 1ms response time and AMD FreeSync, while the G27Q26 also supports NVIDIA G-Sync. Both include Black Equalizer, Crosshair, Picture-by-Picture and Picture-in-Picture, making the newer model better suited to fast competitive games.
Both monitors use 27-inch QHD IPS panels with 109 PPI and matte coatings. The G27Q3 has wider listed color coverage at 140% sRGB and 98% DCI-P3, compared with 125% sRGB and 95% DCI-P3 on the G27Q26. Both have a 1300:1 static contrast ratio, while the G27Q26 has higher listed typical brightness and a 500 cd/m² peak brightness figure.
The G27Q26 supports HDR10 and lists a 500 cd/m² peak brightness, giving it the stronger brightness specification. It also uses two HDMI 2.1 ports, while the G27Q3 uses HDMI 2.0. Both have one DisplayPort 1.4 input and Display Stream Compression, but the G27Q26 is the better choice for a more modern gaming connection setup.
Both monitors support 130mm height adjustment, tilt, swivel, 90-degree pivot and portrait mode, so their basic ergonomics are similar. The G27Q26 is also lighter with its stand at 5.8kg, while the G27Q3 is listed at 6.88kg. Both include VESA 100 × 100mm mounting and Kensington security locks.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 7.8 / 10 | 7.8 / 10 |
| Brand | Gigabyte | Gigabyte |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | Gigabyte | Gigabyte |
| Model | G27Q3 | G27Q26 |
| Full Product Name | Gigabyte G27Q3 | Gigabyte G27Q26 |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor | Gaming Monitor |
| Monitor Category | Gaming Monitor | Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Mainstream Gaming | Mainstream Gaming |
| Primary Use | Everyday & Competitive Gaming | Everyday & Competitive Gaming |
| Region / Variant | Not specified | Not specified |
| Launch Status | Model year 2026 | Model year 2026 |
| Available Colors | Black | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
| Display & Panel | ||
| Screen Size | 27 in (inches) | 27 in (inches) |
| Exact Diagonal | 684.667 mm (millimeters) / 68.4667 cm (centimeters) / 26.9554 in (inches) / 2.2463 ft (feet) | 684.667 mm (millimeters) / 68.4667 cm (centimeters) / 26.9554 in (inches) / 2.2463 ft (feet) |
| Screen Format | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 / 16:9 | 1.778:1 / 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 595.968 mm (millimeters) / 59.5968 cm (centimeters) / 23.4633 in (inches) / 1.9553 ft (feet) | 596.736 mm (millimeters) / 59.6736 cm (centimeters) / 23.4935 in (inches) / 1.9578 ft (feet) |
| Active Display Height | 335.232 mm (millimeters) / 33.5232 cm (centimeters) / 13.1981 in (inches) / 1.0998 ft (feet) | 335.664 mm (millimeters) / 33.5664 cm (centimeters) / 13.2151 in (inches) / 1.1013 ft (feet) |
| Display Area | 88.96 % (percent) | 89.19 % (percent) |
| Panel Type? | IPS | IPS |
| Panel Technology | IPS | IPS |
| Backlight Type? | Edge LED | Edge LED |
| 3D Support | No | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare/Matte | Anti-glare/Matte |
| Resolution & Pixel Details | ||
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p |
| Pixel Density | 109 ppi (pixels per inch) / 42 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) | 109 ppi (pixels per inch) / 42 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.233 mm (millimeters) / 0.0233 cm (centimeters) / 0.0092 in (inches) / 0.0008 ft (feet) | 0.233 mm (millimeters) / 0.0233 cm (centimeters) / 0.0092 in (inches) / 0.0008 ft (feet) |
| Picture Quality & Color | ||
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | -- | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 300 cd/m² (candela per square meter) | 400 cd/m² (candela per square meter) |
| Peak Brightness | -- | 500 cd/m² (candela per square meter) |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1300 : 1 | 1300 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) | 178 ° (degrees) |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) | 178 ° (degrees) |
| HDR Support? | HDR10 /DisplayHDR 400 |
HDR10 |
| HDR10? | Yes | Yes |
| sRGB Coverage | 140 % (percent) | 125 % (percent) |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 98 % (percent) | 95 % (percent) |
| Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming | ||
| Native Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 275 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 320 Hz (hertz) / DisplayPort - 470 k Hz - 470 k Hz; 48 Hz - 320 Hz / HDMI - 30 k Hz - 215 k Hz; 60 Hz - 144 Hz | 48 Hz - 275 Hz (hertz) / Native - 260 Hz / Overclock - 275 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms (milliseconds) / 0.0010 s (seconds) | 1 ms (milliseconds) / 0.0010 s (seconds) |
| MPRT Response Time | 1 ms (MPRT) | -- |
| AMD FreeSync? | Yes | Yes |
| NVIDIA G-Sync? | -- | Yes |
| Black Equalizer | Yes | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes | Yes |
| Ports & Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.0 | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 30 k Hz - 470 k Hz (kilohertz) | 30 k Hz - 470 k Hz (kilohertz) |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| Display Stream Compression | Yes | Yes |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
| Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features | ||
| Built-In Camera | No | No |
| Ergonomics & Stand | ||
| VESA Mount | Yes | Yes |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Height Adjustment Range | 130 mm (millimeters) / 13 cm (centimeters) / 5.1181 in (inches) / 0.4265 ft (feet) | 130 mm (millimeters) / 13 cm (centimeters) / 5.1181 in (inches) / 0.4265 ft (feet) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° (degrees) | 5 ° (degrees) |
| Backward Tilt | 21 ° (degrees) | 20 ° (degrees) |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 160 ° (degrees) | 160 ° (degrees) |
| Right Swivel | 160 ° (degrees) | 160 ° (degrees) |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° (degrees) | 90 ° (degrees) |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° (degrees) | 90 ° (degrees) |
| Portrait Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Security Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock | Kensington Lock |
| Dimensions, Weight & Design | ||
| Dimensions With Stand | 614.1 mm (millimeters) x 400.5 mm (millimeters) x 225.1 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) | 614.1 mm (millimeters) x 367.1 mm (millimeters) x 196 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 614.1 mm (millimeters) x 365.7 mm (millimeters) x 60 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) | 614.1 mm (millimeters) x 365.7 mm (millimeters) x 60 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.88 kg (kilograms) / 15.17 lbs (pounds) | 5.8 kg (kilograms) / 12.79 lbs (pounds) |
| Weight Without Stand | 5.02 kg (kilograms) / 11.07 lbs (pounds) | 4.3 kg (kilograms) / 9.48 lbs (pounds) |
| Stand Depth | 225.1 mm (millimeters) / 22.51 cm (centimeters) / 8.8622 in (inches) / 0.7385 ft (feet) | 196 mm (millimeters) / 19.6 cm (centimeters) / 7.7165 in (inches) / 0.643 ft (feet) |
| Power & Operating Conditions | ||
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V (volts) | 100 V - 120 V (volts) |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V (volts) | 220 V - 240 V (volts) |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz (hertz) | 50 Hz - 60 Hz (hertz) |
| Average Power Consumption | 28 W (watts) | 27 W (watts) / Power board built-in |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 43 W (watts) / Power board built-in | -- |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W (watts) | 0.5 W (watts) |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W (watts) | 0.3 W (watts) |
| Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features | ||
| Flicker-Free | Yes | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Split | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | AMDFreeSync Premium, Black EqualizerFlicker-free technologyFour-sided heat dissipationGame Assist (Crosshair / Timer)HDR ReadyLow Blue LightPicture-by-PicturePicture-in-Picture, Smart OD, Super Speed IPS; Anti-theft stand lock slot - Kensington |
AMDFreeSync Premium, Black Equalizer, Customized ODFlicker-free technologyFour-sided heat dissipationGame Assist (Crosshair / Timer)HDR ReadyLow Blue Light, NVIDIA G-Sync CompatiblePicture-by-PicturePicture-in-PictureSmart ODSuper Speed IPSTactical Switch 2.0; Anti-theft stand lock slot - Kensington |
| Certifications, Standards & Licenses | ||
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes | Yes |
| VESA DisplayHDR? | DisplayHDR 400 | -- |
| Included Accessories | ||
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable | DisplayPort cable |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Package Dimensions | 893 mm (millimeters) x 498 mm (millimeters) x 128 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) | 888 mm (millimeters) x 493 mm (millimeters) x 123 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 893 mm (millimeters) / 89.3 cm (centimeters) / 35.1575 in (inches) / 2.9298 ft (feet) | 888 mm (millimeters) / 88.8 cm (centimeters) / 34.9606 in (inches) / 2.9134 ft (feet) |
| Package Height | 498 mm (millimeters) / 49.8 cm (centimeters) / 19.6063 in (inches) / 1.6339 ft (feet) | 493 mm (millimeters) / 49.3 cm (centimeters) / 19.4094 in (inches) / 1.6175 ft (feet) |
| Package Depth | 128 mm (millimeters) / 12.8 cm (centimeters) / 5.0394 in (inches) / 0.4199 ft (feet) | 123 mm (millimeters) / 12.3 cm (centimeters) / 4.8425 in (inches) / 0.4035 ft (feet) |
| Package Weight | 8.6 kg (kilograms) / 18.96 lbs (pounds) | 7.7 kg (kilograms) / 16.98 lbs (pounds) |
Methodology: The verdict and comparison notes on this page are written by an editor after reviewing the full specification table below; they are not generated by an automated scoring formula. Conclusions are based on manufacturer-listed specifications only - no benchmark testing, measured brightness or hands-on use is claimed unless stated. Missing values are left blank rather than estimated. Report an error.
Updated: September 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
The G27Q26 is the better overall gaming monitor because its 275Hz refresh rate, 500 cd/m² peak brightness, HDMI 2.1 and G-Sync support give it a stronger gaming-oriented specification.
The G27Q26 supports up to 275Hz, while the G27Q3 is limited to 144Hz. Both list a 1ms response time.
The G27Q3 has the wider listed color gamut, with 140% sRGB and 98% DCI-P3 compared with 125% sRGB and 95% DCI-P3 on the G27Q26.
Yes. The G27Q26 has two HDMI 2.1 ports and NVIDIA G-Sync support, while the G27Q3 uses HDMI 2.0 and does not list G-Sync.
The G27Q26 is the clear choice because its 275Hz refresh rate is dramatically higher than the G27Q3's 144Hz, while it also adds G-Sync support and retains Black Equalizer and Crosshair features.