Gigabyte M27Q X
- + Perfect infinite contrast (OLED)
- + Excellent ergonomics (height/tilt/pivot)
THE VERDICT
M27Q X is the stronger buy for most people because it combines the broader spec lead with a more defensible price. 24G4X is not a bad pick, but it only makes more sense if its narrower strengths line up exactly with your workload.
CRITERIA BREAKDOWN
Price Positioning
24G4X is the easier buy if your goal is maximum value efficiency in this segment.
Overall Score
M27Q X carries the stronger OverLKD score and therefore the broader all-round recommendation.
Resolution
M27Q X leads on resolution based on the harder spec line.
Refresh Rate
M27Q X leads on refresh rate based on the harder spec line.
Panel
Both products are close enough on panel that this row is not a deciding factor alone.
Ports
Both products are close enough on ports that this row is not a deciding factor alone.
THE BIG DIFFERENCES
- M27Q X wins the value argument while keeping the gap to 24G4X within the same budget segment.
- M27Q X leads on Resolution: 2560x1440 QHD, Refresh Rate: 240Hz, Size: 27".
- 24G4X still has a case if you care more about response time than balanced value.
| SPEC | Gigabyte M27Q X | AOC 24G4X | READOUT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 2560x1440 QHD | 1920x1080 FHD | M27Q X leads on resolution based on the harder spec line. |
| Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 180Hz | M27Q X leads on refresh rate based on the harder spec line. |
| Panel | IPS | Fast IPS | Both products are close enough on panel that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Ports | HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4, USB-C | 2x HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4 | Both products are close enough on ports that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Size | 27" | 24" | M27Q X leads on size based on the harder spec line. |
| Response Time | 0.5ms | 1ms | 24G4X leads on response time based on the harder spec line. |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10 | M27Q X leads on hdr based on the harder spec line. |
SPECIFICATIONS
| SPECIFICATIONS | BEST OVERALL Gigabyte M27Q X | EXCELLENT ALTERNATIVE AOC 24G4X |
|---|---|---|
| ACTION | View on Amazon ↗ | View on Amazon ↗ |
| OVERLKD SCORE | 47/100 | 44/100 |
| SIZE | 27" | 24" |
| PANEL | IPS | Fast IPS |
| RESOLUTION | 2560x1440 QHD | 1920x1080 FHD |
| REFRESH RATE | 240Hz | 180Hz |
| RESPONSE TIME | 0.5ms | 1ms |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10 |
| PORTS | HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4, USB-C | 2x HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4 |
BUYING TAKEAWAY
If you want the shortest answer: buy M27Q X unless 24G4X's specific advantage is exactly what you need.
Winner: Gigabyte M27Q X