Posted 2 October 2023

Help picking a QHD (2560 x 1440) monitor

Trying to decide which monitor to buy. I just want 2k resolution, 27" 144/165hz.
Mostly used for gaming. KVM built in is a bonus but not needed.

Currently got my eye on these 2:


I am wondering, what makes the MSI one worth another £100. Would it really be much better or?

I have no issues with VA panels, not had much experience with IPS.
So I don't care if it's a VA or IPS.

Thanks for any help.
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  1. emodan's avatar
    I have 2 of the GIGABYTE M27Q which is 165hz and 1440p and I can recommend them. Got my first in 2021 and added a second earlier this year when my other monitor started to play up. The inbuilt KVM is super handy if you have a steam deck or use a work laptop with USB C and want to easily switch between the 2
    liltman's avatar
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    I really wanted that one but it always seems to have stock issues!
  2. Abdul_Tariq's avatar
    I would recommend the LG 32GN600-B if you are looking at a budget range and dont mind going up to a 32. If its purely for gaming 32 is fine at 1440p imho, but sorry if its not what you’re looking for at all, just thought I’d bring it up as ive been using it recently and its a nice price. I think i saw it at £229 recently and has been a solid monitor for me. A bit of black smearing but nothing too bad.
    liltman's avatar
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    Thanks, however 27" max unless ultrawide.
    I currently have a 32" 4k screen and while it is good I find it a bit too big!