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26.5″ Gigabyte MO27Q3 – Full Specifications
The Gigabyte MO27Q3 is a 26.5-inch QD-OLED monitor built around a QHD (2560 x 1440) panel, with a refresh rate of up to 360 Hz and 0.03 ms / 0.0000 s response time for smooth on...
Gigabyte●Monitor
Display
26.5 in (inches), QD-OLED, 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
26.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 360 Hz (hertz)
48 Hz
Brightness
250 cd/m² (candela per square meter)
250 cd
Contrast Ratio
1500000 : 1
1500000
Overview
The Gigabyte MO27Q3 is a 26.5-inch QD-OLED monitor built around a QHD (2560 x 1440) panel, with a refresh rate of up to 360 Hz and 0.03 ms / 0.0000 s response time for smooth on-screen motion. Picture quality is backed by brightness reaching 250 cd/m², a 1500000 : 1 contrast ratio and DisplayHDR 400 True Black / HDR10 HDR. Colour accuracy is covered by 99 % DCI-P3, giving it room for both everyday use and colour-sensitive work.
BrandGigabytePanel TypeQD-OLEDResolution2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440pRefresh Rate48 Hz - 360 Hz (hertz)
Key Highlights
- Speed | 48 Hz - 360 Hz (hertz) refresh with 0.03 ms (milliseconds) / 0.0000 s (seconds) response
- Image | 250 cd/m² (candela per square meter) and 1500000 : 1 contrast
- Colour | 99 % (percent) DCI-P3
- Hub | USB-C video input and KVM switch
- HDR | DisplayHDR 400 True Black / HDR10
Who Should Buy the Gigabyte MO27Q3
+ Best For
Fast-paced use | 48 Hz
360 Hz (hertz) gives smooth motion headroom
Single-cable laptop setups
USB-C video input is listed
Multi-PC desks
the built-in KVM switch simplifies switching
Shared or multi-user desks
130 mm (millimeters) / 13 cm (centimeters) / 5.1181 in (inches) / 0.4265 ft (feet) suits different sitting positions
HDR content viewers
DisplayHDR 400 True Black / HDR10 support is listed
× Not Ideal For
Colour-critical professionals
wide-gamut coverage isn't confirmed in the published specification
Desks wanting built-in audio
there are no built-in speakers
Detail-focused work
pixel density is not confirmed as high-DPI
Casual buyers on a budget
hardware calibration support isn't listed (and usually isn't needed)
Buyers prioritizing eye-comfort certs
no TÜV eye-comfort certification is listed
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 360 Hz (hertz)
Refresh range as specified
Brightness
250 cd/m² (candela per square meter)
Typical brightness as specified
Contrast
1500000 : 1
Static contrast as specified
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate48 Hz - 360 Hz (hertz)Refresh ceiling for competitive or smooth motion
GPU Requirement2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p up to 360 Hz (hertz)Match GPU output to the refresh ceiling
HDR & Brightness Reality
HDR support is listed as DisplayHDR 400 True Black / HDR10. Typical brightness is 250 cd/m² (candela per square meter) and peak brightness is listed at 1000 cd/m² (candela per square meter). Buyers should confirm real-scene HDR performance against manufacturer documentation before treating the published figures as a guarantee of HDR-grade contrast.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI2x HDMI 2.1Published port count and version
USB-CVideo input, 18 W power deliveryOne-cable laptop connection where supported
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint610.3 mm (millimeters) x 369 mm (millimeters) x 190 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D)Check desk width and depth before purchase
VESA Mount100 x 100 mmUse a matching arm or wall mount
Height AdjustYes (130 mm (millimeters) / 13 cm (centimeters) / 5.1181 in (inches) / 0.4265 ft (feet))Screen height is adjustable
Real-World Use Cases
48 Hz - 360 Hz (hertz) covers standard desktop and gaming needs
Pros & Cons
Pros
- DisplayHDR 400 True Black / HDR10 HDR support is listed
- Built-in KVM switch simplifies multi-PC setups
- USB-C video input is supported with 18 W power delivery
- 0.03 ms (milliseconds) / 0.0000 s (seconds) response time supports fast motion
- Stand offers height adjustment (130 mm (millimeters) / 13 cm (centimeters) / 5.1181 in (inches) / 0.4265 ft (feet))
Cons
- No wide-gamut colour coverage confirmed in the published specification
- No listed built-in speakers
- No listed low blue light mode
- No TÜV eye-comfort certification listed
- No hardware calibration support listed
Score & Ratings
8.4/10
Great
Model Information
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gigabyte |
| Model | MO27Q3 |
| Full Product Name | Gigabyte MO27Q3 |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Monitor Category | Multi-Functional Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | Multi-Functional Gaming |
| Primary Use | Gaming with Productivity/KVM Multi-Tasking |
| Region / Variant | Not specified |
| Launch Status | Model year 2025 |
| Available Colors | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Panel Warranty | 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 |
Display & Panel
16
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 26.5 in (inches) |
| Exact Diagonal | 673.1 mm (millimeters) / 67.31 cm (centimeters) / 26.5 in (inches) / 2.2083 ft (feet) |
| Screen Format | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 / 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 590.42 mm (millimeters) / 59.042 cm (centimeters) / 23.2449 in (inches) / 1.9371 ft (feet) |
| Active Display Height | 333.72 mm (millimeters) / 33.372 cm (centimeters) / 13.1386 in (inches) / 1.0949 ft (feet) |
| Display Area | 90.18 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED |
| Panel Technology | OLED |
| Panel Manufacturer | Samsung |
| OLED Technology | QD-OLED |
| OLED Generation | 3rd Gen QD-OLED display |
| Self-Emissive Display | Yes |
| Quantum Dot | Yes |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare/Matte / EL Gen 2 (EL 2.0) emissive material |
Resolution & Pixel Details
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p |
| Pixel Density | 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) |
| Subpixel Layout | Triangular RGB sub-pixel layout with quadrilateral-shaped sub-pixels |
Picture Quality & Color
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1500000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) |
| HDR Support | DisplayHDR 400 True BlackHDR10 |
| HDR10 | Yes |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 99 % (percent) |
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 360 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 360 Hz (hertz) |
| Minimum Response Time | 0.03 ms (milliseconds) / 0.0000 s (seconds) |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Yes |
| Black Equalizer | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 18 W |
| USB-A Ports | 2 |
| USB-B Upstream | Yes |
| KVM Switch | Yes |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 5 W (watts) |
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | Yes |
| Height Adjustment Range | 130 mm (millimeters) / 13 cm (centimeters) / 5.1181 in (inches) / 0.4265 ft (feet) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° (degrees) |
| Backward Tilt | 21 ° (degrees) |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 15 ° (degrees) |
| Right Swivel | 15 ° (degrees) |
| Left Pivot | 0 ° (degrees) |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° (degrees) |
| Portrait Mode | Yes |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 610.3 mm (millimeters) x 369 mm (millimeters) x 190 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 610.3 mm (millimeters) x 358 mm (millimeters) x 65 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.55 kg (kilograms) / 14.44 lbs (pounds) |
| Weight Without Stand | 5.05 kg (kilograms) / 11.13 lbs (pounds) |
| Stand Depth | 190 mm (millimeters) / 19 cm (centimeters) / 7.4803 in (inches) / 0.6234 ft (feet) |
Power & Operating Conditions
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V (volts) |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V (volts) |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz (hertz) |
| Average Power Consumption | 40 W (watts) / Power board built-in |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W (watts) |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W (watts) |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| OLED Protection | 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 |
| Custom Heatsink | Yes |
| Screen Split | Yes |
| Additional Monitor Features | 6-axis color control, Advanced Cooling System, AI OLED Care, AI Tactical Features, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, Apply Picture Mode, Auto-Updated, Black Equalizer 2.0, Blue Light Reduction, Customized Heatsink, Flicker-free technology, GameAssist (Picture-by-Picture / Picture-in-Picture / Crosshairs / Timer), Graphene Thermal Film, KVM Switch, Night Vision, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, OSD Sidekick, Tactical Switch 2.0, Ultra Clear Motion Clarity, VESA ClearMR 18000; Security lock slot |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA DisplayHDR | DisplayHDR 400 True Black |
| ClearMR | 18000 |
Included Accessories
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
| USB Upstream Cable | USB cable |
Packaging Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 860 mm (millimeters) x 470 mm (millimeters) x 160 mm (millimeters) (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 860 mm (millimeters) / 86 cm (centimeters) / 33.8583 in (inches) / 2.8215 ft (feet) |
| Package Height | 470 mm (millimeters) / 47 cm (centimeters) / 18.5039 in (inches) / 1.542 ft (feet) |
| Package Depth | 160 mm (millimeters) / 16 cm (centimeters) / 6.2992 in (inches) / 0.5249 ft (feet) |
| Package Weight | 9.55 kg (kilograms) / 21.05 lbs (pounds) |
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