THE VERDICT
VX2428 is the stronger buy for most people because it combines the broader spec lead with a more defensible price. M27Q X 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
VX2428 is the easier buy if your goal is maximum value efficiency in this segment.
Overall Score
VX2428 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
- VX2428 wins the value argument while keeping the gap to M27Q X within the same budget segment.
- VX2428 leads on the more complete spec sheet.
- M27Q X still has a case if you care more about resolution than balanced value.
| SPEC | ViewSonic VX2428 | Gigabyte M27Q X | READOUT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1920x1080 FHD | 2560x1440 QHD | M27Q X leads on resolution based on the harder spec line. |
| Refresh Rate | 180Hz | 240Hz | M27Q X leads on refresh rate based on the harder spec line. |
| Panel | IPS | IPS | Both products are close enough on panel that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Ports | HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4 | HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4, USB-C | Both products are close enough on ports that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| Size | 24" | 27" | M27Q X leads on size based on the harder spec line. |
| Response Time | 0.5ms | 0.5ms | Both products are close enough on response time that this row is not a deciding factor alone. |
| HDR | HDR10 | DisplayHDR 400 | M27Q X leads on hdr based on the harder spec line. |
SPECIFICATIONS
| SPECIFICATIONS | BEST OVERALL ViewSonic VX2428 | EXCELLENT ALTERNATIVE Gigabyte M27Q X |
|---|---|---|
| ACTION | View on Amazon ↗ | View on Amazon ↗ |
| OVERLKD SCORE | 44/100 | 47/100 |
| SIZE | 24" | 27" |
| PANEL | IPS | IPS |
| RESOLUTION | 1920x1080 FHD | 2560x1440 QHD |
| REFRESH RATE | 180Hz | 240Hz |
| RESPONSE TIME | 0.5ms | 0.5ms |
| HDR | HDR10 | DisplayHDR 400 |
| PORTS | HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4 | HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4, USB-C |
BUYING TAKEAWAY
If you want the shortest answer: buy VX2428 unless M27Q X's specific advantage is exactly what you need.
Winner: ViewSonic VX2428