GIGABYTE AORUS Elite FO27Q28G vs GIGABYTE MO27Q28GR Comparison
The GIGABYTE MO27Q28GR is the better overall monitor, mainly because it matches the FO27Q28G on the key 26.5-inch QHD OLED gaming specifications while adding 4-stack Primary RGB Tandem technology, built-in speakers, KVM, two USB-A ports and 18W USB-C power delivery. The GIGABYTE AORUS Elite FO27Q28G still has important advantages, including DisplayPort 2.1, AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G-Sync support, plus 15W USB-C power delivery and a glossy Real Black Glossy finish. For a feature-rich gaming and productivity setup, choose the MO27Q28GR; for broader display compatibility and G-Sync support, the FO27Q28G remains a strong option.
Both monitors use a 26.5-inch QHD OLED display with 110 PPI, 10-bit color and LG Display panels, but their OLED structures differ. The FO27Q28G uses Tandem WOLED, while the MO27Q28GR uses a 4-stack Primary RGB Tandem structure with a glossy Real Black Glossy finish.
Gaming performance is closely matched, with both monitors offering 280Hz refresh, a 48–280Hz range, 0.03ms minimum response time, Crosshair, Picture-by-Picture and Picture-in-Picture. The FO27Q28G has both AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G-Sync, while the MO27Q28GR adds Black Equalizer for additional gaming control.
The MO27Q28GR has the more complete connectivity package, with USB-C video, DisplayPort Alt Mode, 5Gbps USB-C data, 18W power delivery, two USB-A ports, USB-B upstream and KVM. The FO27Q28G has a newer DisplayPort 2.1 input plus USB-C video, 5Gbps data and 15W power delivery, but lacks KVM and USB-A ports.
The MO27Q28GR adds 2 x 5W built-in speakers, a custom heatsink, Graphene Thermal Film and a broader set of gaming and productivity features. Both have 130mm height adjustment, tilt, swivel and portrait mode, while the FO27Q28G has the small advantage of a 9-degree left pivot compared with 0 degrees on the MO27Q28GR.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 7.8 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Brand | Gigabyte | Gigabyte |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | Gigabyte | Gigabyte |
| Model | AORUS Elite FO27Q28G | MO27Q28GR |
| Model Alias | AORUS FO27Q28G | -- |
| Full Product Name | Gigabyte AORUS Elite FO27Q28G | Gigabyte MO27Q28GR |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor | Gaming Monitor |
| Monitor Category | Premium Gaming Monitor | Multi-Functional Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Premium / Flagship Gaming | Multi-Functional Gaming |
| Primary Use | Competitive Esports & High-End Immersive Gaming | Gaming with Productivity/KVM Multi-Tasking |
| Region / Variant | Not specified | Not specified |
| Launch Status | Model year 2026 | Model year 2026 |
| Available Colors | Black | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Panel Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Burn-In Warranty | 3 years - Gigabyte's QD-OLED monitor warranty explicitly covers 'protection against potential panel image retention issues' per company statement; per Gigabyte press materials, Aug 2026 | 3 years - Gigabyte's QD-OLED monitor warranty explicitly covers 'protection against potential panel image retention issues' per company statement; per Gigabyte press materials, Aug 2026 |
| Display & Panel | ||
| Screen Size | 26.5 in (inches) | 26.5 in (inches) |
| Exact Diagonal | 673.1 mm (millimeters) / 67.31 cm (centimeters) / 26.5 in (inches) / 2.2083 ft (feet) | 673.2 mm (millimeters) / 67.32 cm (centimeters) / 26.5039 in (inches) / 2.2087 ft (feet) |
| Screen Format | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 / 16:9 | 1.778:1 / 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 586.75 mm (millimeters) / 58.675 cm (centimeters) / 23.1004 in (inches) / 1.925 ft (feet) | 586.75 mm (millimeters) / 58.675 cm (centimeters) / 23.1004 in (inches) / 1.925 ft (feet) |
| Active Display Height | 330.05 mm (millimeters) / 33.005 cm (centimeters) / 12.9941 in (inches) / 1.0828 ft (feet) | 330.05 mm (millimeters) / 33.005 cm (centimeters) / 12.9941 in (inches) / 1.0828 ft (feet) |
| Display Area | -- | 91.49 % (percent) |
| Panel Type? | OLED | OLED |
| Panel Technology | OLED | OLED |
| Panel Manufacturer | LG Display | LG Display |
| OLED Technology | Tandem WOLED | 4-stack Primary RGB Tandem structure |
| Self-Emissive Display | Yes | Yes |
| 3D Support | No | No |
| Screen Coating | Glossy / Anti-glare and anti-reflection coating / Real Black Glossy | Glossy / 4th Generation OLED / Real Black Glossy with anti-reflection |
| Resolution & Pixel Details | ||
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p |
| Pixel Density | 110 ppi (pixels per inch) / 43 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) | 110 ppi (pixels per inch) / 43 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.229 mm (millimeters) / 0.0229 cm (centimeters) / 0.009 in (inches) / 0.0008 ft (feet) | 0.229 mm (millimeters) / 0.0229 cm (centimeters) / 0.009 in (inches) / 0.0008 ft (feet) |
| Picture Quality & Color | ||
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits | 10 bits |
| FRC | No | No |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | -- | 335 cd/m² (candela per square meter) |
| Peak Brightness | 1500 cd/m² (candela per square meter) | 1500 cd/m² (candela per square meter) |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1500000 : 1 | 1500000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) | 178 ° (degrees) |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) | 178 ° (degrees) |
| HDR Support? | DisplayHDR 500 True Black /HDR10 |
DisplayHDR 500 True Black |
| HDR10? | Yes | -- |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 99.5 % (percent) | 99.5 % (percent) |
| Rec. 2020 Coverage | -- | 84 % (percent) |
| Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming | ||
| Native Refresh Rate | 280 Hz | 280 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 280 Hz (hertz) | 48 Hz - 280 Hz (hertz) |
| Minimum Response Time | 0.03 ms (milliseconds) / 0.0000 s (seconds) | 0.03 ms (milliseconds) / 0.0000 s (seconds) |
| AMD FreeSync? | Yes | -- |
| NVIDIA G-Sync? | Yes | Yes |
| Black Equalizer | -- | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes | Yes |
| Ports & Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| HDMI FRL | -- | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 2.1 | 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes | Yes |
| HDCP Support | -- | Yes |
| USB-C Data Speed | 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 15 W | 18 W |
| USB-A Ports | -- | 2 |
| USB-B Upstream | -- | Yes |
| KVM Switch | -- | 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 Speakers | -- | 2 x 5 W (watts) |
| 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) | 21 ° (degrees) |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 15 ° (degrees) | 15 ° (degrees) |
| Right Swivel | 15 ° (degrees) | 15 ° (degrees) |
| Left Pivot | 9 ° (degrees) | 0 ° (degrees) |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° (degrees) | 90 ° (degrees) |
| Portrait Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions, Weight & Design | ||
| Dimensions With Stand | 605.22 mm (millimeters) x 391.6 mm (millimeters) x 204.51 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) | 604.4 mm (millimeters) x 396.5 mm (millimeters) x 187.5 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | -- | 604.4 mm (millimeters) x 350.2 mm (millimeters) x 54.4 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | -- | 6 kg (kilograms) / 13.23 lbs (pounds) |
| Weight Without Stand | -- | 4.5 kg (kilograms) / 9.92 lbs (pounds) |
| Stand Depth | 204.51 mm (millimeters) / 20.451 cm (centimeters) / 8.0516 in (inches) / 0.671 ft (feet) | 187.5 mm (millimeters) / 18.75 cm (centimeters) / 7.3819 in (inches) / 0.6152 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 | 49 W (watts) / Power Board Built-in | 35 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) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C (degrees Celsius) / 32 °F - 104 °F (degrees Fahrenheit) | -- |
| Operating Humidity | 10 % - 85 % (percent) | -- |
| Operating Altitude | 3657.6 m (meters) / 12000 ft (feet) | -- |
| Storage Temperature | -25 °C - 55 °C (degrees Celsius) / -13 °F - 131 °F (degrees Fahrenheit) | -- |
| Storage Humidity | 5 % - 93 % (percent) | -- |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m (meters) / 40000 ft (feet) | -- |
| Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features | ||
| Flicker-Free | Yes | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes | -- |
| OLED Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Burn-In Protection | Panel image-retention protection referenced in Gigabyte QD-OLED warranty coverage (see Burn-In Warranty); specific on-screen protection feature name not separately confirmed | Panel image-retention protection referenced in Gigabyte QD-OLED warranty coverage (see Burn-In Warranty); specific on-screen protection feature name not separately confirmed |
| Custom Heatsink | -- | Yes |
| Screen Split | Yes | Yes |
| Additional Monitor Features | 4-sided borderless design, Advanced Cooling System, AIOLED Care Pro, AI Tactical Features (HUD and Crosshair)AMDFreeSync Premium ProFlicker-free technology, Game Assist (Timer / Crosshairs / Pi P / Pb P)Low Blue Light, Night Vision, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, OSD SidekickPicture-by-PicturePicture-in-Picture, Ultra Clear technology; Security lock slot; Other certifications: CCC, CEL |
6-axis color control, Advanced Cooling System, AIOLED Care, AI Tactical Features, Black Equalizer 2.0, Blue Light Reduction, Customized HeatsinkFlicker-free technology, Game Assist (Picture-by-Picture /Picture-in-Picture / Crosshairs / Timer), Graphene Thermal FilmKVM SwitchNight VisionNVIDIA G-Sync CompatibleOSD SidekickUltra Clear technologyTactical Switch 2.0; Security lock slot |
| Certifications, Standards & Licenses | ||
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes | -- |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes | -- |
| VESA DisplayHDR? | DisplayHDR 500 True Black | DisplayHDR 500 True Black |
| RoHS | Yes | -- |
| CE | Yes | -- |
| FCC | Yes | -- |
| UL | Yes | -- |
| Included Accessories | ||
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable | HDMI cable |
| DisplayPort Cable | -- | DisplayPort cable |
| USB Upstream Cable | -- | USB cable |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Package Dimensions | -- | 795 mm (millimeters) x 475 mm (millimeters) x 131 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | -- | 795 mm (millimeters) / 79.5 cm (centimeters) / 31.2992 in (inches) / 2.6083 ft (feet) |
| Package Height | -- | 475 mm (millimeters) / 47.5 cm (centimeters) / 18.7008 in (inches) / 1.5584 ft (feet) |
| Package Depth | -- | 131 mm (millimeters) / 13.1 cm (centimeters) / 5.1575 in (inches) / 0.4298 ft (feet) |
| Package Weight | -- | 8.75 kg (kilograms) / 19.29 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 GIGABYTE MO27Q28GR is the better overall choice because it offers more connectivity, KVM, built-in speakers and additional hardware and gaming features while retaining the same 280Hz QHD OLED foundation.
Yes. Both the FO27Q28G and MO27Q28GR support a native 280Hz refresh rate with a 48–280Hz range and a listed 0.03ms minimum response time.
The MO27Q28GR offers more overall connectivity with two USB-A ports, USB-B upstream, KVM and 18W USB-C power delivery, while the FO27Q28G has the advantage of DisplayPort 2.1.
Yes. The FO27Q28G lists both AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G-Sync support. The MO27Q28GR lists NVIDIA G-Sync but does not list AMD FreeSync in the supplied specifications.
The MO27Q28GR is the better fit because its KVM switch, USB-A ports, USB-B upstream and built-in speakers make it more convenient for a multi-device gaming and productivity setup.