
27″ Gigabyte M27UP – Full Specifications
The Gigabyte M27UP is a 27-inch 4K IPS gaming monitor for players who want sharp visuals and the option to trade resolution for speed.
Overview
The Gigabyte M27UP is a 27-inch 4K IPS gaming monitor for players who want sharp visuals and the option to trade resolution for speed. In its dual mode it runs 4K at 160 Hz or Full HD at 320 Hz, with a 1 ms response, 350 nits and DisplayHDR 400 on a 163 ppi panel that covers 95% DCI-P3. An 18W USB-C port, three USB-A ports, a KVM switch, two HDMI 2.1 inputs and a DisplayPort 1.4 are included, along with 2 × 5 W ClearSound speakers. It weighs 6.48 kg.
- 27-inch IPS 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) at 163 ppi
- 48–160 Hz, dual mode for Full HD at 320 Hz, 1 ms
- 350 nits, 95% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 400, 10-bit
- 2× HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C 18W, KVM, 3× USB-A
- 2 × 5 W ClearSound speakers, height and swivel stand, 6.48 kg
Pros & Cons
- Dual mode switches between 4K detail and 320 Hz speed
- Black finish with a full KVM and USB hub
- Stand and speakers both add convenience
- Two HDMI 2.1 ports suit current consoles
- All three variable refresh standards work
- Power over USB-C stops at 18W
- 4K at 160 Hz needs a strong graphics card
- Shadow detail is limited by IPS contrast
- HDR impact is limited at DisplayHDR 400
Score & Ratings
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Gigabyte |
| Model | M27UP |
| Full Product Name | Gigabyte M27UP |
| 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 |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 in (inches) |
| Exact Diagonal | 684.66 mm (millimeters) / 68.466 cm (centimeters) / 26.9551 in (inches) / 2.2463 ft (feet) |
| Screen Format | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 1.778:1 / 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 596.16 mm (millimeters) / 59.616 cm (centimeters) / 23.4709 in (inches) / 1.9559 ft (feet) |
| Active Display Height | 335.34 mm (millimeters) / 33.534 cm (centimeters) / 13.2024 in (inches) / 1.1002 ft (feet) |
| Display Area | 87.37 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Panel Technology | IPS |
| Backlight Type | Edge LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
27" Display Size (68.6 cm) 16:9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p |
| Pixel Density | 163 ppi (pixels per inch) / 64 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.155 mm (millimeters) / 0.0155 cm (centimeters) / 0.0061 in (inches) / 0.0005 ft (feet) |
Resolution at a Glance
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 350 cd / m² (candela per square meter) |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° (degrees) |
| HDR Support | Display / HDR 400 |
| sRGB Coverage | 125 % (percent) |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95 % (percent) |
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 160 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 160 Hz (hertz) / Dual mode / 4K @ 160 Hz / FHD @ 320 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms (milliseconds) / 0.0010 s (seconds) |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Yes |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Yes |
| Black Equalizer | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Bandwidth | HBR3 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| Display Stream Compression | Yes |
| USB-C Data Speed | 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 18 W |
| USB-A Ports |
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| USB-B Upstream | Yes |
| KVM Switch | Yes |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 5 W (watts) / ClearSound |
| Built-In Camera | No |
| 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 | 20 ° (degrees) |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 15 ° (degrees) |
| Right Swivel | 15 ° (degrees) |
| Left Pivot | 0 ° (degrees) |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° (degrees) |
| Portrait Mode | Yes |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand |
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| Dimensions Without Stand |
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| Weight With Stand | 6.48 kg (kilograms) / 14.29 lbs (pounds) |
| Weight Without Stand | 4.56 kg (kilograms) / 10.05 lbs (pounds) |
| Stand Depth | 193.63 mm (millimeters) / 19.363 cm (centimeters) / 7.6232 in (inches) / 0.6353 ft (feet) |
Power & Operating Conditions 7
| 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 | 27.6 W (watts) / Power Board Build-in |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W (watts) |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W (watts) |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C (degrees Celsius) / 32 °F - 104 °F (degrees Fahrenheit) |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Screen Split | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 400 |
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
| USB Upstream Cable | USB cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions |
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| Package Weight | 9.9 kg (kilograms) / 21.83 lbs (pounds) |
Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Draws less power than 77% of the 701 comparable displays we track.
